Comparison

JSU SAFE vs MyHolmes

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

About

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.

Highlights
  • Campus news and announcements
  • Event information
  • Access to college resources
  • Student and faculty portal
  • Important updates
Features
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Holmes Community College mobile application

Screenshots

JSU SAFE4 screens
MyHolmes4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
JSU SAFE versus MyHolmes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJSU SAFEMyHolmes
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (9 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—9 — better
Update frequencyEvery 67 monthsEvery 7 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJackson State UniversityHolmes Community College

In-app purchases

None

JSU SAFE

No in-app purchases

None

MyHolmes

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is JSU SAFE free?
JSU SAFE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MyHolmes free?
MyHolmes is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do JSU SAFE or MyHolmes have ads?
Neither JSU SAFE nor MyHolmes shows ads.
Which is updated more often, JSU SAFE or MyHolmes?
JSU SAFE ships an update every 67 months, and MyHolmes every 7 months. Most recently, JSU SAFE was updated on September 8, 2026 and MyHolmes on September 9, 2026.

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