BCMB DepotLink vs Public Mobile
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BCMB DepotLink
This app allows Albertans to scan beverage containers to determine refund eligibility at local depots. It also provides resources for communication with the BCMB and offers depots tools for managing QMS tickets and accessing support.
- Scan containers for refund eligibility
- Communicate with BCMB
- Check QMS tickets
- Create QMS tickets
- Access QMS Help Center
- Receive QMS ticket notifications
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Alberta's Beverage Container Management Board (BCMB) is a not-for-profit organization formed by representatives of Alberta beverage manufacturers, depots and the public (environmental organizations, municipalities and interested citizens). The BCMB is charged with the responsibility of regulation and delivering Alberta's beverage container system. This app can help Albertans by: - Scanning containers to see if they are eligible for refund at an Alberta Depot. - Resources to communicate with the BCMB. This app can help Alberta Depots by: - Scanning containers to see if they are eligible for refund at an Alberta Depot. - Checking QMS tickets. - Creating QMS tickets. - Accessing the QMS Help Center. - Signing into multiple QMS accounts. - Receiving push notifications about QMS tickets. This app requires the following three permissions: - Camera: to scan containers. - Phone: to send push notifications. - Storage: to upload files.
Public Mobile
This app offers a 5G wireless subscription service with self-service account management. Activate your service, manage plans, track usage, and earn rewards. Get 24/7 online support for all your mobile needs.
- 5G subscription phone service
- eSIM activation
- Self-service account management
- Plan usage tracking
- Rewards program
- Refer-a-friend savings
- 24/7 online support
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Welcome to different. Public Mobile is a wireless subscription service that does mobility differently. Sign up for Canada's first 5G subscription phone service in a few simple steps. With the Public Mobile app, you're in control. Activate in minutes with eSIM along with an eSIM compatible device and choose from 5G speed plans and unlimited data on Canada's largest network. Manage your own account with easy, self-service features in the app. Just like your other subscription services set it and forget it. Download the Public Mobile app for free to get started. Subscribe with a few quick clicks in the app: • Select and activate your subscription • Save with a 90 day subscription • Purchase and activate your eSIM or SIM card • You can keep your phone number when you subscribe to Public Mobile. Manage your plan anywhere, anytime with My Account: • Manage your subscription • Track your plan usage • Purchase add-ons Earn points that save you money with our Rewards program: • Check rewards balance • Redeem your points • Refer-a-friend to share savings Skip the wait time with 24/7 online solutions: • Access virtual support at your fingertips • Find answers and ask questions Download the Public Mobile App now. Learn more at publicmobile.ca
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Public Mobile at 45% against BCMB DepotLink's 0%. Public Mobile also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). BCMB DepotLink's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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.
BCMB DepotLink ships an update every 3 months, Public Mobile every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BCMB DepotLink | Public Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.5 (216 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 44.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 216 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 16.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 23 MB | 74 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | BCMB | TELUS Communications Inc. |
Customer experience
BCMB DepotLink
Public Mobile
Bugs and requests
BCMB DepotLink
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Public Mobile
Reported bugs
5 issues- Activation issues
- Logging in problems
- App crashes and freezes
- Unreliable service
- Billing and payment issues
Requested features
3 requests- Wifi calling
- Support for iPad/tablets
- Improve customer service access
In-app purchases
BCMB DepotLink
No in-app purchases
Public Mobile
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is BCMB DepotLink free?
Is Public Mobile free?
Do BCMB DepotLink or Public Mobile have ads?
Which is updated more often, BCMB DepotLink or Public Mobile?
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