Comparison

Axon Device Manager vs IACP

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

IACP

This app connects police leaders with event information, resources, and an online community. Stay informed on the go with news, podcasts, and social media engagement.

Highlights
  • Event access and scheduling
  • Real-time event updates
  • Access to IACP website and resources
  • Latest news and podcasts
  • Online community networking
  • Social media integration
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Stay connected, informed, and engaged with the official mobile app from the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) - the world’s largest and most influential professional association for police leaders. Whether you're attending an IACP event or staying informed on the go, this app is your all-in-one hub for leadership, learning, and innovation. Key Features: Event Access - View upcoming IACP events, build your schedule, and receive real-time updates. Website & Resources - Instantly access the IACP website, resources, latest news, and podcasts. Networking - Connect with peers in our online community and engage with IACP across social media platforms.

Screenshots

Axon Device Manager4 screens
IACP3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: IACP at 5.0 against Axon Device Manager's 3.1. Axon Device Manager's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (19 vs 1). On price, update cadence, 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

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

IACP holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Axon Device Manager has 19 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Axon Device Manager ships an update every 3 months, IACP every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Axon Device Manager versus IACP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAxon Device ManagerIACP
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (19 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews14.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings19 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAxon Enterprise, Inc.The IACP

Customer experience

Axon Device Manager

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

IACP

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

In-app purchases

None

Axon Device Manager

No in-app purchases

None

IACP

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Axon Device Manager free?
Axon Device Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is IACP free?
IACP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Axon Device Manager or IACP?
IACP is rated higher. Axon Device Manager averages 3.1 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while IACP averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Axon Device Manager or IACP have ads?
IACP shows ads; Axon Device Manager does not.
Which is updated more often, Axon Device Manager or IACP?
Axon Device Manager ships an update every 3 months, and IACP every 2 months. Most recently, Axon Device Manager was updated on October 20, 2026 and IACP on October 9, 2026.

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