Brightlink AV vs Grata
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Brightlink AV
This application allows users to remotely control Brightlink AV video switchers. It supports a wide range of specific hardware models for seamless integration into AV setups.
- Control Brightlink AV video switchers
- Supports multiple hardware models
- Remote operation
- AV setup integration
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Control Brightlink AV video switchers with this app. Following models are supported: - BL-8x8-HDBT - BL-4x4-HD20 - BL-8x8-HD20 - BL-PRO-MIX-18x18 - BL-PRO-MIX-32x32 - BL-PRO-MIX-40x40-V2 - BL-8x8-HDBT-HD20 - BL-EXT-IP-4KVW - BL-4x4-VW224K30-CAT - BL-9x9-VW334K-CAT
Grata
This app centralizes all your home and building needs, connecting you to your living space, amenities, and community. It offers seamless access, effortless amenity booking, and easy work request submissions, all from your smartphone.
- Phone as key for access
- Book shared amenities
- Submit and track work requests
- Building news and alerts
- Exclusive resident offers
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With the Grata Resident App, everything you need for your home and building is in one place. Designed to simplify everyday living, Grata connects residents to their building, amenities, and community - all from their phone. Seamless Access Use your phone as your key. Unlock your home, building entrances, and shared spaces with a single tap. No keys, no fobs, and no waiting. Effortless Amenity Booking Reserve shared spaces like lounges, fitness centers, meeting rooms, and rooftops directly in the app. Check availability, confirm your booking, and manage your reservations with ease. Easy Work Requests Submit work requests in seconds. Add a description, upload photos, and track progress as your building team resolves the issue. Stay informed with real-time updates every step of the way. Community News and Real-Time Alerts Stay connected with building updates, announcements, and upcoming events. Receive important notifications and discover ways to get more out of your building and neighborhood. Resident Perks and Offers Access curated perks and partnerships designed for residents. Enjoy exclusive offers and services that enhance your lifestyle and bring more value to where you live. Why Choose Grata • Designed for modern residential living • Simplifies everyday building interactions • Helps residents stay connected to their home and community Grata brings together access, communication, and convenience in one simple experience. Download the Grata Resident App and enjoy a smarter way to live in your building.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Grata at 43% against Brightlink AV's 0%. Grata also leads on rating (4.3 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (424 vs 2). Brightlink AV's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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.
Grata holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Grata has 424 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Brightlink AV's written reviews are positive against 43% of Grata's.
Brightlink AV ships an update monthly, Grata every 6 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Brightlink AV | Grata |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (2 ratings) | 4.3 (424 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 43.4% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 424 — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 101 MB | 175 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Brightlink AV LTD | Grata Technologies Inc. |
Customer experience
Brightlink AV
Grata
Bugs and requests
Brightlink AV
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Grata
Reported bugs
13 issues- Biometrics login does not work
- Screen went black, caused crash
- App crashes on startup
- App refuses to open
- App doesn't work properly
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- Digital key activates Apple Pay
- Bluetooth does not work consistently
- Tries to lock the door when it's already locked
- Provides pop-ups/error messages
- BLE update not resolving connection speed
- Intercom units not working for some
- App doesn't recognize login
- No reset emails generated
Requested features
14 requests- Add digital key to Apple Wallet
- Utilize iPhone shortcuts
- Utilize iPhone widgets
- Implement dark mode
- Use NFC technology for digital key
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- Improve app compatibility with Apple Wallet
- Make app compatible with Apple Watch
- Add functional website for end-users
- Fix backend for reliability
- Improve intercom functionality
- Provide more information and tutorials
- Make hardware specs public
- Make app compatible with HomeKit
- Make app compatible with Matter
In-app purchases
Brightlink AV
No in-app purchases
Grata
No in-app purchases
