Comparison

Yale Access vs EVX 2025

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

Head to head
About

Yale Access

Control and monitor smart locks and safes remotely for enhanced home security. Enjoy keyless entry and peace of mind with convenient access management. Compatible with specific Yale and August smart home products in the US and Canada.

Highlights
  • Remote lock and safe control
  • Keyless entry management
  • Guest access control
  • Activity logs
  • Integration with compatible smart locks
Features
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Yale locks using the Yale Access app are supported exclusively in the United States and Canada. Yale Access offers you everyday convenience and trusted security for your entire home through smart security solutions and the Yale Access app. We’re here to help you protect the things that matter the most. Peace of mind is only a tap away. This app is for products available in the U.S. and Canada only. Compatible products include: Yale Assure Locks - Yale Assure Lock with Wi-Fi (YRD2x6-WF1 , YRD2x6-CBA , YRD6x6-WF1 and YRD6x6-CBA) - Yale Assure Lever with Wi-Fi (YRL2x6-WF1 and YRL2x6-CBA) - Yale Assure Lock 2 - All Models (YRD4x0) - Yale Assure Lock for Andersen Doors with Wi-Fi Yale Smart Cabinet Lock Yale Smart Safe Yale Smart Delivery Box August Smart Locks August Smart Keypads Emtek EMPowered Smart Lock

About

EVX 2025

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The official event app portal for EVX 2025. Features include: - Access the full event schedule, bookmark breakout sessions and take notes - Message other attendees - View event map - Get to know our Speakers and Sponsors

Screenshots

Yale Access4 screens
EVX 20253 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: EVX 2025 at none against Yale Access's shown. EVX 2025 also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 17.6.1). On price, 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.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Yale Access versus EVX 2025: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterYale AccessEVX 2025
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (78K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews40.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings78K — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.6.110.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size308 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAugust Home, Inc.Engel & Volkers Americas, Inc.

Bugs and requests

Yale Access

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App shows incorrect lock status
  • Issues with adding/deleting users
  • Connectivity problems between lock and app
  • Firmware updates causing functionality issues
  • Incompatibility with certain devices/networks

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add battery level indicator
  • Allow users to remove themselves as guests
  • Improve auto-lock/unlock functionality
  • Provide better integration with smart home platforms
  • Enhance app UI and UX

EVX 2025

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Yale Access

No in-app purchases

None

EVX 2025

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Yale Access free?
Yale Access is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is EVX 2025 free?
EVX 2025 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Yale Access or EVX 2025 have ads?
Yale Access shows ads; EVX 2025 does not.

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