# Unplug Alarm Client vs PlugGuard

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PlugGuard at 100% against Unplug Alarm Client's 57%. PlugGuard also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.0) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 months). Unplug Alarm Client's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PlugGuard sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. Unplug Alarm Client asks for nothing beyond the download.

PlugGuard holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PlugGuard has 68 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Unplug Alarm Client's written reviews are positive against 100% of PlugGuard's.

Unplug Alarm Client ships an update every 2 months, PlugGuard every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and August 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Unplug Alarm Client | PlugGuard |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unplug-alarm-client/id1489026641/reviews) | **[4.7 (68 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plugguard-dont-touch-iphone/id6448886447/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **68** |
| Positive reviews | 57.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 18 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 14.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Apprime Studio sarl](https://appshunter.io/developer/1138816626) | [Sergei Tovmasian](https://appshunter.io/developer/1641137698) |

## What reviewers say

### Unplug Alarm Client

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unplug-alarm-client/id1489026641)

Monitor your MacBook remotely from your iPhone. Receive instant notifications if your Mac is unplugged or its screen is closed, providing an extra layer of security for your device in public spaces.

**Highlights:** Receive unplug alerts, Screen close notifications, QR code Mac pairing, Monitor multiple MacBooks, Critical Alerts support

**In-app purchases:** none


### PlugGuard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plugguard-dont-touch-iphone/id6448886447)

This app provides enhanced security for your iPhone, iPad, or MacBook while charging. It features motion detection and a PIN-protected alarm that sounds if the charger is unplugged or the device is moved. Customizable sounds and a volume boost ensure you're alerted to any unauthorized access.

**Highlights:** Motion detection safety alarm, Individual PIN lock function, Volume boost for loud alerts, Customizable charging alarm sounds, Safe plug mechanism, Anti-theft alarm

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PlugGuard - Premium Access | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Unplug Alarm Client free?

Unplug Alarm Client is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is PlugGuard free?

PlugGuard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Unplug Alarm Client or PlugGuard?

PlugGuard is rated higher. Unplug Alarm Client averages 3.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while PlugGuard averages 4.7 from 68 ratings.

### Do Unplug Alarm Client or PlugGuard have ads?

Neither Unplug Alarm Client nor PlugGuard shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Unplug Alarm Client or PlugGuard?

Unplug Alarm Client ships an update every 2 months, and PlugGuard every 2 days. Most recently, Unplug Alarm Client was updated on September 8, 2026 and PlugGuard on August 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*