Thirdfort vs RICS Member App
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Thirdfort
Securely verify your identity and share necessary documents without printing or visiting an office. Trusted by legal and property professionals, this app uses bank-grade encryption and is GDPR compliant for safe and quick document handling.
- Identity verification
- Document sharing
- Bank-grade encryption
- GDPR compliant
- Live chat support
- No printing required
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More than 1.5 million people have used Thirdfort to verify their identity and share required documentation. No more printing, posting or time consuming office visits, you can do it all quickly and safely with Thirdfort. Our technology is trusted by hundreds of law firms, estate agencies and other regulated businesses across the United Kingdom. Encryption like the big banks Thirdfort uses the same high-grade security measures as all the big banks to encrypt your data. GDPR compliant We ensure that all data is collected, processed, stored and deleted in a manner that is compliant with GDPR regulations. Registered with the Information Commissioner’s Officer (ICO) We are registered with the ICO in relation to the protection of personal data. Our registration number is ZA292762. Need help? The quickest and easiest way to get help is to chat with our UK-based support team via our in app Live Chat. You can also find resources, how to guides and helpful videos online at http://help.thirdfort.com/
RICS Member App
Manage your RICS membership on the go. Log CPD, access professional articles, update your profile, and view your digital membership ID. Designed for qualified RICS professionals to stay connected and informed.
- CPD logging
- Access professional articles
- Profile management
- Digital membership ID
- Update contact details
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The RICS Member App for qualified RICS professionals (AssocRICS, MRICS and FRICS) provides a simple and reliable way to manage key aspects of your membership from your mobile device. Features: • CPD logging: Record and review your continuing professional development activity. • Read article: Access and read the latest Modus and RICS Journal articles in one place, with options to save and log CPD. • Profile management: View and update your personal, professional and contact details. • Digital membership ID: Access your RICS membership ID quickly and easily. The app offers a convenient way to keep your membership information up-to-date wherever you are. Please note: this app is not suitable for Candidates looking to log CPD. About RICS: We are the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), a leading professional body working in the public interest to advance knowledge, uphold standards, and inspire current and future professionals. Our members help to create and protect built and natural environments that are sustainable, resilient and inclusive for all. At RICS our staff work inclusively with our members, collaborating to support them in their practice and build connections. We set qualifications and independently regulate chartered professionals and firms, building trust and confidence with clients and consumers. With a heritage of over 150 years, RICS sets the standard for over 130,000 members and candidates operating in the development and management of land, real estate, construction and infrastructure across more than 140 countries globally. Our trusted data and insight guides decision makers and governments helping to shape public policy, deliver positive societal change and provide a foundation for confident markets. Our members influence the quality of lives, underpin societies and drive economies. Everything we do supports our current and future membership to uphold, advance and inspire professionalism for the benefit of society.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: RICS Member App at 57% against Thirdfort's 16%. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.
Thirdfort ships an update every 3 weeks, RICS Member App fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Thirdfort | RICS Member App |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (707 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 16.3% of reviews | 57.1% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 707 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 125 MB | 69 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Thirdfort | Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors |
Customer experience
Thirdfort
RICS Member App
Bugs and requests
Thirdfort
Reported bugs
4 issues- Inability to scan passport chip
- Inconsistent photo capture requirements
- App crashes and freezes
- Connectivity issues
Requested features
4 requests- Clearer instructions and guidance
- More user-friendly interface
- Ability to save progress and return later
- Support for more document types and formats
RICS Member App
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Thirdfort
No in-app purchases
RICS Member App
No in-app purchases







