HRTeamware ID Reader vs CrisisGo Watch
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
HRTeamware ID Reader
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The HRTeamware ID Reader app captures QR codes generated by the HRTeamware ID app and used as a free alternative to expensive attendance (ie Time-IN and Time-OUT) hardware. Features include: 1) GPS location data inclusion (requires GPS capable device) 2) Secure QR code capture. 3) Real-time HRTeamware logs updates (requires internet connectivity). 4) Configuration screen to set-up update frequency and connectivity options (e.g. only send captured attendance with a Wi-Fi connection) . Use of this app requires an HRTeamware account.
CrisisGo Watch
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CrisisGo helps prepare those individuals who are responsible for others during a crisis. By taking Emergency Response Plans out of an organizationβs three-ring binder and putting them onto smartphones, iPads, and desktops, CrisisGo is putting emergency response plans into the palm of the hands of those who need it most. Use CrisisGo for: β’ Sending alert notifications to responders β’ Providing crisis checklists, communication messaging, and ongoing crisis text messaging β’ Presenting building maps for evacuations and rosters β’ Allowing for individual and broadcast video communications that are then recorded to the server Key Features: β’ A login and password from your organization is required β’ A web portal is used to update emergency plans to publish content to your iPhones and iPads β’ Continuous improvement is achieved by validating an emergency plan using the crisis checklist during drills β’ Make your organization's emergency plan actionable CrisisGo is the most complete mobile crisis response software available. CrisisGo is now working with school districts across the nation and in Canada to transform their existing emergency response plans into actionable checklists for their staff. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life Questions? Contact our support team anytime at support@crisisgo.com.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: HRTeamware ID Reader at every 3 weeks against CrisisGo Watch's every 2 months. HRTeamware ID Reader also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
HRTeamware ID Reader ships an update every 3 weeks, CrisisGo Watch every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 3, 2026.
| Parameter | HRTeamware ID Reader | CrisisGo Watch |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks β better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 β better | 13.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | INFODYNE, INC. | The Tech Road, Inc. |
In-app purchases
HRTeamware ID Reader
No in-app purchases
CrisisGo Watch
No in-app purchases







