Comparison

Axon Device Manager vs VB SmartControl

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Axon Device Manager

This application helps law enforcement manage Axon devices by registering and assigning them to users. It utilizes NFC or 2D code scanning for quick device management within Evidence.com. The tool streamlines the deployment and assignment of devices for agencies.

Highlights
  • Register Axon devices
  • Assign devices to users
  • NFC scanning
  • 2D code scanning
  • Evidence.com integration
  • Streamlined device deployment
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Axon Device Manager is an application designed for law enforcement professionals to quickly and accurately manage Axon devices. The application lets users register and assign Axon devices in Evidence.com using Near Field Communication (NFC) or 2D code scanning. With the app running, the device manager taps the device or scans the 2D code printed on the device to register the device to their agency and assign or reassign it to a specific user. The supported devices are outlined in the help section in the application. Axon Device Manager (ADM) allows users to scale Axon device deployment and management in a simple and efficient way. This application requires an Evidence.com account for access. You must have an iPhone 7 or later equipped with Near Field Communication (NFC) and iOS13 or later.

About

VB SmartControl

This app connects to Motorola body-worn cameras, allowing users to view live feeds, tag footage, and manage recordings directly from their smartphone. It includes a viewfinder to help with camera placement and requires specific firmware versions for optimal performance.

Highlights
  • Connects to VB400 and V500 body cameras
  • View live camera feed (ViewFinder)
  • Tag video footage
  • Manage recordings on mobile device
  • WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity
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VB SmartControl is the companion smartphone app for the Motorola Solutions VB400 and V500 body-worn cameras. The app connects to the camera using WiFi and Bluetooth, enabling operators to view and tag video directly on their mobile devices. The ViewFinder feature allows you to see what your camera sees, to assist when mounting your camera. Note: VideoManager (VideoManager EX in North America) and device firmware must be: 16.1.0 or later for VB400 devices (VB400V3 hardware revision or later); 24.4.1 or later for V500 devices.

Screenshots

Axon Device Manager4 screens
VB SmartControl3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: VB SmartControl at 5.0 against Axon Device Manager's 2.9. VB SmartControl also leads on iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.0). Axon Device Manager's advantage is ratings volume (18 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

VB SmartControl holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Axon Device Manager has 18 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Axon Device Manager versus VB SmartControl: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAxon Device ManagerVB SmartControl
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (18 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews14.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings18 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB75 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAxon Enterprise, Inc.Motorola Solutions, Inc

Customer experience

Axon Device Manager

All ratings18 ratings
Positive44.4%
Neutral5.6%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive14.3%
Neutral14.3%
Negative71.4%

VB SmartControl

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Axon Device Manager

No in-app purchases

None

VB SmartControl

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Axon Device Manager free?
Axon Device Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VB SmartControl free?
VB SmartControl is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Axon Device Manager or VB SmartControl?
VB SmartControl is rated higher. Axon Device Manager averages 2.9 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while VB SmartControl averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Axon Device Manager or VB SmartControl have ads?
Neither Axon Device Manager nor VB SmartControl shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Axon Device Manager or VB SmartControl?
Axon Device Manager ships an update every 3 months, and VB SmartControl every 3 months. Most recently, Axon Device Manager was updated on September 12, 2026 and VB SmartControl on September 17, 2026.

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