EPIC iO SmartLock vs Virtual Property Manager
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
EPIC iO SmartLock
Manage Bluetooth-enabled smart locks without needing an internet connection. This app works with a web-based platform for advanced features like GPS tracking and activity monitoring.
- Bluetooth smart lock operation
- No internet required for basic function
- Web-based application integration
- GPS tracking
- Lock activity monitoring
- Single-use unlock permissions
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Operate and manage your Bluetooth-enabled EPIC iO SmartLocks with no internet or cell phone network connection required. This app requires a web-based EPIC iO application for a complete access solution which includes GPS tracking, lock activity monitoring and single-use unlock permissions. For additional information visit epicio.com or call 866-219-3742.
Virtual Property Manager
This platform streamlines property management by connecting managers, tenants, and vendors. It offers features like real-time financial tracking, rent collection, maintenance request management, and vendor dispatch. Tenants can pay rent, submit requests, and communicate with managers.
- Real-time financial dashboard
- Rent collection and tracking
- Maintenance request management
- Vendor dispatch and discovery
- AI statement scanning for bookkeeping
- Direct tenant-manager messaging
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VPM connects property managers, tenants, and vendors in one simple platform. MANAGERS & OWNERS • Dashboard with real-time financials and occupancy • Track buildings, tenants, leases, and rent collection • One-tap rent confirmation on Rent Roll • Find and dispatch local vendors instantly • Manage maintenance requests, expenses, and documents • AI Statement Scanner for automatic bookkeeping and task management. • Invite tenants via email, text, or QR code TENANTS • Pay rent via Zelle, Venmo, check, cash, or card • Submit maintenance requests with photos • Message your property manager directly • View lease details and important documents • Get your invite code from your manager to get started VENDORS • Receive job details via text — no app download needed • Update job status and submit invoices from your phone • Get discovered by property managers in your area Free to use. No hidden fees.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Virtual Property Manager at every 4 days against EPIC iO SmartLock's every 5 weeks. EPIC iO SmartLock's advantage is iOS requirement (13.4 vs 26.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for EPIC iO SmartLock against 5.0 for Virtual Property Manager. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively.
EPIC iO SmartLock ships an update every 5 weeks, Virtual Property Manager every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | EPIC iO SmartLock | Virtual Property Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.4 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | PetroCloud LLC | Cary Sonnenblick |
Customer experience
EPIC iO SmartLock
Virtual Property Manager
In-app purchases
EPIC iO SmartLock
No in-app purchases
Virtual Property Manager
No in-app purchases
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