STRATIS 2.0 vs Updater
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
STRATIS 2.0
Control smart home devices, manage access, and submit service requests within your apartment building. This app provides mobile passes for elevators, parking, common areas, and units, along with remote control of thermostats, lighting, and more. It focuses on security, energy management, and building efficiencies.
- Mobile passes for electronic access points
- Remote control of smart home devices
- Submit service requests
- Visitor access requests
- Customizable home dashboard
- Energy and water consumption tracking
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Welcome Home. With the new STRATIS Mobile App, Residents, Staff, Visitors, and Vendors can seamlessly use mobile passes for all electronic access points including elevators, parking garages, common areas, amenity areas, and of course, apartment units. Users have the ability to remotely control their smart devices in the unit (including thermostats, lighting, and more!), submit service requests, request access for visitors, and much more! CHECK OUT OUR LIST OF COMPATIBLE DEVICES: https://stratisiot.com/connected-solutions/. Your property must have these types of devices installed and connected to STRATIS in order to work with the mobile app. Check with your property manager if you have any questions! We make smart apartment living easier. Residents with accounts immediately gain access to any and all devices and access points they have permissions for. When a Resident moves off the property, they immediately lose access to that unit, and the devices revert back to property management control. Backed by our property-wide networks for device connectivity and our SOC 2 Type 2 audited security focus, Residents and Staff users can rest at ease that their devices, data, and units are safe and secure. STRATIS is Intelligent Buildings, not just shiny bells and whistles that typically come with the term “IoT.” We focus on security, energy management, asset protection, and efficiencies. We are installed in over 350,000 apartments in the U.S., and more than 30,000 apartments internationally. This new STRATIS Mobile App is a scalable and flexible foundation that we continue to grow on, so don’t be surprised when you see cool new features every couple of months! With STRATIS, you can: * Customize your home dashboard with devices and scenes that you use the most * Unlock your unit lock and other access points from your mobile device * Control all devices in your apartment from anywhere in the world * Create schedules and scenes for intelligent device control and management * Enable location-based triggers through geofencing * Receive alerts for leaks, door & window openings, motion, etc. * See and save energy and water consumption over time!* * Control your devices through our Alexa and Google voice integrations * Seamlessly interact with even the largest of devices, like window shades! * Control and manage your water heater from the STRATIS Mobile App!** * and so much more! **If on a compatible energy metered, water metered, or water heater property. STRATIS integrates with the following devices: https://stratisiot.com/connected-solutions/ STRATIS – Smart Apartments. Intelligent Buildings.
Updater
This app streamlines the moving process by offering a centralized platform for essential tasks. It helps users forward mail, set up utilities, compare internet plans, secure insurance, find movers, and purchase packing supplies. Moving checklists and tips are also provided to reduce stress and save time.
- Forward mail and update addresses
- Compare and set up TV/internet
- Connect utility services
- Secure insurance
- Find and book movers
- Purchase moving supplies
- Moving checklists and tips
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Thousands of real estate companies — like your new apartment community, real estate agent, or moving company — partner with Updater to help you organize and complete your move. We know how stressful moving can be, so we provide end-to-end moving support to help you save time, money, and get settled into your new home. With Updater, you can quickly and easily: Forward your mail One central place to update your address, voter registration, and all other important household accounts. Significantly faster than the traditional USPS process. Discover, compare, and purchase TV and internet Compare internet plans, speeds, and prices from the top providers at your new home. Learn what’s popular and purchase TV and internet services from the nation’s most trusted providers. Set up utilities Quickly connect or transfer utility services (water, gas, and electric) in your new home to avoid delays or outages. Secure renters/homeowners insurance Transfer an existing policy or set up a new policy that meets your coverage requirements. Find and book movers Whether you need help moving just a few items or your entire home, we've got you covered. Book same-day moving help, a full-service moving company, or anything in between. Purchase boxes and packaging supplies Get affordable, high quality boxes and packing supplies delivered right to your door. Bonus: moving checklists & tips We’ve seen it all, so we have lots of helpful advice to share. Keep your move organized and stress-free with our handy checklists and guides. About Updater Updater is an app to help you conquer your move. We take care of the heavy lifting so you can focus on all the things you’ve been daydreaming about — like finding your new local spots and making memories in your new home. Let’s be real — moving may never be perfect, but it’s way easier with Updater.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Updater at 4.9 against STRATIS 2.0's 4.0. Updater also leads on review sentiment (47% vs 14%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). On price, ratings volume, 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.
Updater holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8.7K and 5.2K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of STRATIS 2.0's written reviews are positive against 47% of Updater's.
STRATIS 2.0 ships an update monthly, Updater every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | STRATIS 2.0 | Updater |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (8.7K ratings) | 4.9 (5.2K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 14.5% of reviews | 47.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 8.7K — better | 5.2K |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 84 MB | 43 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | StratIS EMS, LLC | Updater Incorporated |
Customer experience
STRATIS 2.0
Updater
User reviews
STRATIS 2.0
From 8.7K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🔒 Convenient access
- 👍 Guest access
- 👍 Thermostat control
Room to improve
- 🐛 Slow connection to locks
- 🐛 Unreliable performance
- 🐛 Frequent login issues
- 🐛 Inconsistent user experience
- 🐛 Thermostat control issues
Updater
From 5.2K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Convenient and easy to use
- 🚀 Streamlines the moving process
- 💡 Helpful checklist and reminders
Room to improve
- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable app
- 🤖 Pushy and aggressive sales tactics
- 🤔 Inaccurate information and service availability
- 🔒 Privacy and security concerns
- 💰 Overpriced services compared to direct providers
Bugs and requests
STRATIS 2.0
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes and freezes
- Inability to connect to locks
- Thermostat controls not working
- Frequent sign-outs
Requested features
5 requests- Faster lock connection
- More reliable performance
- Improved user interface
- Integration with smart home platforms
- Ability to share access with guests
Updater
Reported bugs
3 issues- Frequent login issues and app crashes
- Incorrect address and service information
- Inability to complete tasks and set up services
Requested features
3 requests- Ability to cancel or modify services easily
- Better integration with existing utility providers
- More transparent and flexible pricing options
In-app purchases
STRATIS 2.0
No in-app purchases
Updater
No in-app purchases







