EFA vs DashCare
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
EFA
Read full descriptionHide full description
With the EFA-SmartConnect® app you can manage your networked EFAFLEX doors at a glance. In the central overview you can see the status of each individual door in real time. The app simplifies the planning of maintenance and preventive maintenance. In addition, it is easy to contact the EFAFLEX service and directly send maintenance plans. « Requirements » For the use of EFA-SmartConnect® the control platform EFA-TRONIC® with activated EFA SmartConnect® expansion board is required. This can be retrofitted. « Networking » • Doors can be connected to a common network • Doors can be integrated into existing networks « Door overview » • Overview page of all doors in the network with status and current cyclecounter • Display of the remaining number of operations or time until the next maintenance « Maintenance » • Display of the service life of individual wear parts as date or number of remaining operations based on usage analysis « Parameterization » • Access to settings « Event Log » • Display of events and description « Support request » • Trigger a service request to EFAFLEX with transmission of relevant data « What are the app permissions required for? » • Camera and microphone: Capturing QR codes and taking photos for support requests • Location: Manage and automatically change WiFi networks • Storage: Creation of support requests
DashCare
Read full descriptionHide full description
DashCare helps you take control of your Type 1 Diabetes supply inventory. Track your insulin, pods, and sensors in one place. Get personalised alerts before you run low, and sync your data securely with iCloud across all your devices. DashCare makes it easy to manage your Type 1 Diabetes supplies, so you can focus on what matters most. Features: - Simple onboarding to set up your inventory - Track insulin vials, pods, and sensors (including start dates) - Personalized low-supply alerts and reminders - iCloud sync for seamless data backup and device switching - Supplier management and contract renewal tracking - Modern, easy-to-use interface Your data stays private and secure. DashCare does not collect or share your personal information. Start using DashCare today and never run out of supplies again!
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: EFA at 12.0 against DashCare's 18.2. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.
EFA ships an update every 2 months, DashCare monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | EFA | DashCare |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 18.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | EFAFLEX Tor- und Sicherheitssysteme GmbH & Co. KG | SEBASTIEN FRANCOIS MARECHAL |
In-app purchases
EFA
No in-app purchases
DashCare
No in-app purchases









