# My SafeLink vs EBT Map

The clearest difference is rating: EBT Map at 4.5 against My SafeLink's 3.1. EBT Map also leads on review sentiment (23% vs 13%). My SafeLink's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. EBT Map sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. My SafeLink asks for nothing beyond the download.

EBT Map holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 283 and 218 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of My SafeLink's written reviews are positive against 23% of EBT Map's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | My SafeLink | EBT Map |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (283 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-safelink/id1499696416/reviews) | **[4.5 (218 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ebt-map/id6444738656/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **283** | 218 |
| Positive reviews | 12.7% of reviews | **23.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 77 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MGames LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1758766509) | [Christian Navarrete](https://appshunter.io/developer/896496752) |

## What reviewers say

### My SafeLink

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-safelink/id1499696416)

Manage your wireless service, upgrade devices, and access customer support. Earn points through surveys, shopping, games, and receipt redemption to get real gift cards from popular retailers.

**Highlights:** Manage wireless account, Upgrade and activate devices, Purchase paid plans, Recertify service, Check balance, Earn gift card points, Redeem points for gift cards

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good customer service (when reachable)
- 💰 Affordable service option
- 📊 Can view data balances (when working)
- 🎯 Helpful for tracking usage

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Login functionality broken - 'keyword not supported' error
- 🐛 App shows blank/white screens
- 🐛 Data balance not displaying or updating
- 🐛 Constant logout issues requiring re-authentication
- ❌ Misleading data plan advertising (25GB vs 10GB hotspot confusion)

**Reported bugs**

- Login PIN not sending via SMS
- 'Keyword not supported' error on verification texts
- Blank/white screen on app launch
- Data balance fails to load or display
- App requires login every time it's opened

**Requested features**

- Real-time data balance refresh capability
- Account PIN security settings in app
- Biometric authentication (Face ID/Touch ID)
- Stay signed in option
- Ability to purchase data directly in app


### EBT Map

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ebt-map/id6444738656)

Discover restaurants, grocery stores, and museums that accept EBT benefits. This app provides information and money-saving tips to help users maximize their food stamps and government assistance.

**Highlights:** Locate restaurants accepting EBT, Find grocery stores accepting EBT, Discover museums accepting EBT, Access EBT money-saving hacks, Reduce EBT stigma and shame

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Access Weekly | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Access \| Yearly | $4.99 | per year |
| Pro Access \| Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is My SafeLink free?

My SafeLink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is EBT Map free?

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

### Which has better reviews, My SafeLink or EBT Map?

EBT Map is rated higher. My SafeLink averages 3.1 out of 5 from 283 ratings, while EBT Map averages 4.5 from 218 ratings.

### Do My SafeLink or EBT Map have ads?

Both My SafeLink and EBT Map show ads.

### Which is updated more often, My SafeLink or EBT Map?

My SafeLink ships an update every 2 months, and EBT Map every 2 months. Most recently, My SafeLink was updated on November 3, 2026 and EBT Map on November 3, 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.*