SkillGuard 5 vs Crewva
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
SkillGuard 5
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The app can be used by approved access controllers, spot checkers and lone workers. Navigation controls and features are shown depending on the role. Location Search β’ Search for nearby sites (if geo services are enabled on the mobile device), search for a site using a site name or code or select from recent sites. β’ Get directions to the selected site. β’ For sites containing zones, the site or zone can be selected as the location. Team features β’ Start a team to optionally swipe in the access controller, then check and confirm/deny access to workers and visitors. β’ System rules determine a workerβs eligibility to work on a site β the app checks these in real time when a card is swiped and highlights if any are not met. Relevant worker record can then be reviewed along with upcoming competency and other expiries. β’ Access controllers can then confirm (if system rules are met) or deny access. Card Reading β’ The app supports reading of supported cards via both NFC (where supported by the device) and QR code. β’ Virtual cards stored in Vircarda are also supported. If located on the same mobile device as the SkillGuard app, the virtual card can be used to identify the user (e.g. an access controller). Please refer to the app store listing for Vircarda for more information. β’ Use βforgotten cardβ functionality to swipe in workers who have forgotten their card by entering details provided by the worker. To read physical smartcards via NFC, for example when swiping in a worker: β’ When prompted, hold the card in contact with the NFC area on the rear of your device until the card has been read successfully and any required card updates have completed. β’ NFC functionality must be enabled on the device. Swipe Out Swipe out workers from site when their card is presented, even if they are not part of your team. Competency and Briefing Award β’ Search for and award competencies and briefings to workers. β’ Review and award competencies and briefings that have been scheduled for award. β’ Attach files stored on the device or use photos as evidence. β’ Use the same group evidence for awarding the same competency to multiple workers. Muster List Review workers currently on site, even if they have been swiped in by other access controllers. Other Features β’ View requirements to swipe into the current location. β’ Change location when moving to a new site. β’ Travel information captured in the app is recorded centrally in SkillGuard, providing a basis for environmental and carbon emission reporting. β’ Swipe history shows a history of recent swipes performed on the device. These can be cleared locally from the device if desired (swipes will always be retained centrally in SkillGuard). β’ Navigation controls are readily available within the app to allow fast switching between features. β’ Application security via two-factor authentication during login (email or SMS). β’ Online help can be viewed to learn more about using the app. β’ Internet access is not required to read smartcards using NFC β the last details stored in the smartcardβs microchip will be read if the app is offline. If internet access is available when an NFC card is read, any offline updates for that smartcard from the SkillGuard database are transferred automatically to it. β’ Offline smartcard checks recorded in the app are uploaded automatically to SkillGuard when an internet connection is available. Access controllers can access all of these features. Spot checkers can spot check cards, view the muster list and change location. Lone workers can swipe themselves in and out of a site, change location and check their card details.
Crewva
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Crewva is an AI-powered construction management platform that keeps your sites safe, compliant, and running smoothly. From worker check-in to compliance oversight, Crewva gives site managers real-time visibility and gives workers a fast, simple way to sign in and stay safe on site. AI SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE OVERSIGHT Crewva's built-in AI works around the clock to keep you ahead of risk. It reviews your sites, workers, and compliance in real time, surfaces what needs your attention, and delivers clear daily briefings so nothing slips through the cracks. Ask Crewva AI a question about your workforce, your compliance status, or your sites, and get an accurate, instant answer drawn from your own data. It flags unsigned documents, expiring certifications, and outstanding actions before they become problems. GEOFENCE SITE CHECK-IN AND AUTOMATIC SIGN-OUT Workers check in to a site in seconds by scanning the site QR code. Crewva uses a geofence around each site so that if a worker leaves without signing out, the app automatically signs them out. This keeps your on-site register accurate for fire roll call and emergency evacuation, so in an emergency you know exactly who is on site. It is a safety feature, active only while a worker is checked in. DIGITAL RAMS AND DOCUMENT SIGNING No more paper sign-in sheets or chasing signatures. Workers read and sign risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), and health and safety documents directly in the app. Crewva keeps a clear, timestamped record of who has signed what, giving you a reliable audit trail for inspections and compliance. RISK MITIGATION BUILT IN Crewva blocks check-in when required documents are unsigned or certifications have expired, so workers cannot start on site without meeting your safety requirements. Compliance is enforced automatically, reducing risk and protecting your business and your people. HEALTH AND SAFETY COMPLIANCE Built around UK Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015), Crewva helps you meet your statutory duties, keep accurate records, and demonstrate compliance with confidence. MANAGE YOUR WORKFORCE Track attendance, manage crew across multiple sites, assign documents and certifications, and handle site requests, all in one place. Crewva scales from a single site to an entire operation. BUILT FOR CONSTRUCTION Fast, clear, and made for the realities of a working site. Crewva helps you keep your workforce accountable, your sites safe, and your compliance airtight. Crewva. AI-powered site management, compliance, and safety for construction teams. Note: Crewva is a tool to help manage construction compliance and does not provide legal or professional advice. Always consult qualified professionals for your compliance and legal obligations.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Crewva at every 2 weeks against SkillGuard 5's every 7 months. SkillGuard 5's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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.
SkillGuard 5 ships an update every 7 months, Crewva every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SkillGuard 5 | Crewva |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 2 weeks β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 β better | 16.4 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 49 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Reference Point Limited | Harry Field |
In-app purchases
SkillGuard 5
No in-app purchases
Crewva
No in-app purchases
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