WS4 Access vs StudentFM
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
WS4 Access
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To use this app the administrator of the WS4 access control system must first create an account for you. You will then receive an email with a temporary password. Use your email address and this password to log in to the app. From there you will be able to open any entrances the administrator has granted you access to. If you are a temporary user then the administrator may of entered a validity period for when you are allowed to use the app to gain entry.
StudentFM
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Elevate your student living experience with the StudentFM App. A hassle-free solution for residents, it offers seamless maintenance booking and comprehensive building information at your fingertips. It's your key to stress-free student living, designed to enhance wellbeing and transform your student life.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: StudentFM at every 5 months against WS4 Access's every 12 months. WS4 Access's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.
WS4 Access ships an update every 12 months, StudentFM every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | WS4 Access | StudentFM |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | Every 5 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Videx Security Limited | Student Facility Management Limited |
In-app purchases
WS4 Access
No in-app purchases
StudentFM
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is WS4 Access free?
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Do WS4 Access or StudentFM have ads?
Which is updated more often, WS4 Access or StudentFM?
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