JSU SAFE vs MyHolmes
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
JSU SAFE
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JSU SAFE is the official safety app of Jackson State University. It is the only app that integrates with JSU's safety and security systems. Campus Police has worked to develop a unique app that provides students, faculty and staff with added safety on the JSU campus. The app will send you important safety alerts and provide instant access to campus safety resources. JSU SAFE features include: - Emergency Contacts: Contact the correct services for the JSU area in case of an emergency or a non-emergency concern - Panic Button / Mobile Bluelight: Send your location to JSU 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. - Tip Reporting: Multiple ways to report a safety/security concern directly to JSU security. - Virtual WalkHome: Allow Campus Police to monitor a user’s walk. If a user feels unsafe when walking on campus, they can request a Virtual WalkHome and a dispatcher on the other end will monitor their journey until they reach their destination. - Safety Toolbox: Enhance your safety with the set of tools provided in one convenient app. - Chat with Campus Police: Communicate live with safety staff at JSU via chat. - Notification History: Find previous Push Notifications for this app with the date and time. - Share Map with your Location: Send your location to a friend by sending them a map of your position. - I’m OK!: Send your location and a message indicating that “You’re OK” to a recipient of your choosing. - Campus Map: Navigate around the JSU area. - Emergency Plans: Campus emergency documentation that can prepare you for disasters or emergencies. This can be accessed even when users aren’t connected to Wi-Fi or cellular data. - Support Resources: Access support resources in one convenient app to enjoy a successful experience at JSU. - Safety Notifications: Receive instant notifications and instructions from JSU safety when on-campus emergencies occur. Download today to ensure you’re prepared in the event of an emergency.
MyHolmes
This mobile application provides students and faculty with convenient access to campus resources and information. Stay updated on news, events, and important announcements from the college.
- Campus news and announcements
- Event information
- Access to college resources
- Student and faculty portal
- Important updates
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Holmes Community College mobile application
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: MyHolmes at every 7 months against JSU SAFE's every 67 months. JSU SAFE's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.0). 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.
JSU SAFE ships an update every 67 months, MyHolmes every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | JSU SAFE | MyHolmes |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.8 (9 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 9 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 67 months | Every 7 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 29 MB | 22 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jackson State University | Holmes Community College |
In-app purchases
JSU SAFE
No in-app purchases
MyHolmes
No in-app purchases








