UM Safe vs RETSD
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
UM Safe
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UM Safe is the official safety app of University of Manitoba. It is the only app that integrates with University of Manitoba's safety and security systems. Security Services has worked to develop a unique app that provides students, faculty and staff with added safety on the University of Manitoba campus. The app will send you important safety alerts and provide instant access to campus safety resources. UM Safe features include: - Emergency Contacts: Contact the correct services for the University of Manitoba area in case of an emergency or a non-emergency concern - Panic Button / Mobile Bluelight: Send your location to University of Manitoba security in real-time in case of a crisis - Friend Walk: Send your location to a friend through email or SMS on your device. Once the friend accepts the Friend Walk request, the user picks their destination and their friend tracks their location in real time; they can keep an eye on them to make sure they make it safely to their destination. - Tip Reporting: Multiple ways to report a safety/security concern directly to University of Manitoba security. - Safety Toolbox: Enhance your safety with the set of tools provided in one convenient app. - Notification History: Find previous Push Notifications for this app with the date and time. - Share Map with your Location: Send your location to a friend by sending them a map of your position. - Iβm OK!: Send your location and a message indicating that βYouβre OKβ to a recipient of your choosing. - Emergency Plans: Campus emergency documentation that can prepare you for disasters or emergencies. This can be accessed even when users arenβt connected to Wi-Fi or cellular data. - Support Resources: Access support resources in one convenient app to enjoy a successful experience at University of Manitoba. - Safety Notifications: Receive instant notifications and instructions from University of Manitoba safety when on-campus emergencies occur. - WorkAlone: Use the app to "check in" with you periodically while working alone or during late hours. If you don't respond, the app will alert Campus Security. Download today to ensure youβre prepared in the event of an emergency.
RETSD
Receive instant updates and push notifications from your school division or any of its 42 schools. Customize the content you see, including news, events, and urgent alerts, delivered directly to your phone, tablet, or smartwatch.
- Real-time updates
- Push notifications
- School-specific content
- Customizable alerts
- Calendar events
- Urgent alerts
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Stay connected with the RETSD Mobile App! Get real-time updates and push notifications from the division or any of our 42 schools, delivered straight to your phone, tablet, or smartwatch. Whether it's the latest news, calendar events, or urgent alerts, you can customize the content you receive - right to your device. Download it now!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: UM Safe at 9.0 against RETSD's 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.
| Parameter | UM Safe | RETSD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | β | 100.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | β | Every 7 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | β | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 β better | 13.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 101 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | University of Manitoba | Concept Interactive Inc. |
In-app purchases
UM Safe
No in-app purchases
RETSD
No in-app purchases







