Safe2HelpIL vs PurplePing
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Safe2HelpIL
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In the absence of a trusted adult, Safe2Help Illinois offers students a safe, confidential way to share information that might help prevent suicides, bullying, school violence or other threats to school safety. This program is not intended to suspend, expel or punish students. Rather, the goal is to get students to βSeek Help Before Harm.β The Safe2Help Illinois app Safe2Help Illinois provides self-help resources for students and a way to share information with our 24-hour a day 7-day a week call center.
PurplePing
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PurplePing is the official safety app of Niagara University. It is the only app that integrates with Niagara University's safety and security systems. Niagara University has worked to develop a unique app that provides students, faculty and staff with added safety on the Niagara University campus. The app will send you important safety alerts and provide instant access to campus safety resources. PurplePing features include: - Emergency Contacts: Contact the correct services for the Niagara University area in case of an emergency or a non-emergency concern - Mobile Bluelight: Send your location to Niagara University security in real-time in case of a crisis - Friend Walk: Send your location to a friend through email or SMS on your device. Once the friend accepts the Friend Walk request, the user picks their destination and their friend tracks their location in real time; they can keep an eye on them to make sure they make it safely to their destination. - Report A Tip: Multiple ways to report a safety/security concern directly to Niagara University security. - Campus Maps: Navigate around the Niagara University area. - Link to the Facility Services Homepage - Link to the IT Services Homepage - Emergency Procedures: Campus emergency documentation that can prepare you for disasters or emergencies. This can be accessed even when users arenβt connected to Wi-Fi or cellular data. - Student Life: Access support resources in one convenient app to enjoy a successful experience at Niagara University. - Student Wellness links to various student wellness resources. - Counseling Services - Health Services - Title IX and Civil Services - Read and Relax - Links to various Niagara Website resources Download today to ensure youβre prepared in the event of an emergency.
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Verdict
Safe2HelpIL and PurplePing are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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.
| Parameter | Safe2HelpIL | PurplePing |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | β |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 β better | 15.6 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Illinois Emergency Management Agency | Niagara University |
In-app purchases
Safe2HelpIL
No in-app purchases
PurplePing
No in-app purchases
Questions
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Is PurplePing free?
Do Safe2HelpIL or PurplePing have ads?
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