UPN SmartHUB vs DRS Candidate
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
UPN SmartHUB
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The powerful UPN SmartHUB system is focussed on driving optimum performance across all aspects of UPN’s operation. The SmartHUB app monitors and manages all trunks with GPS Tracking of inbound and outbound journeys, In-App Digital manifests, and In-App “On site Guidelines”. The app also receives “call in” notification to indicate when on site trunks are ready to be loaded. Integrated with the SmartHUB app are a range of “SmartHUB” Central Sortation “Tools”. An “Arrivals Board” will display real time expected arrivals with indications of late / early arrivals. ETAs are calculated based on real time GPS locations and will account for traffic conditions.
DRS Candidate
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DRS has been developed as an all-in-one solution that manages the fast pace of temporary recruitment, with key features for recruitment. Compliance is key within DRS, which is why it fully manages Working Time Directive and EU Drivers' Hours. All legislation is built in, meaning you never have to rely on manual checks for driver compliance.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: DRS Candidate at monthly against UPN SmartHUB's every 40 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
UPN SmartHUB ships an update every 40 months, DRS Candidate monthly. The most recent releases landed on July 4, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | UPN SmartHUB | DRS Candidate |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 40 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 35 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | United Pallet Network UK Ltd | Driver Recruitment Software Ltd |
In-app purchases
UPN SmartHUB
No in-app purchases
DRS Candidate
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is UPN SmartHUB free?
Is DRS Candidate free?
Do UPN SmartHUB or DRS Candidate have ads?
Which is updated more often, UPN SmartHUB or DRS Candidate?
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