Comparison

Base LOCA vs UPPAbaby Connect

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

Head to head
About

Base LOCA

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The application offers many features to facilitate users' security and communication. User Tracking and Location Alerts: The app allows users to add specific locations, such as "Home" or "Gym" etc. You can receive instant notifications when someone approaches or moves away from a specified location. For example, when someone approaches or leaves the "Home" location, the app sends you a location alert notification, enabling you to track interactions at specified places easily. Speed Limit Alerts: You can set speed limit alerts for specific users. For instance, while tracking family members' vehicles, you can receive instant notifications when they exceed a specified speed limit. Low Battery Alerts: You can set low battery alerts for specific users. For example, you can receive instant notifications when the battery level of the users you are tracking drops to a critical level. Emergency Notifications: The app swiftly sends notifications to designated individuals after pressing the emergency button. This feature facilitates quick responses and assistance during emergencies or hazardous situations. Fall Alerts: The app notifies you when it detects that a specific user has fallen. Particularly beneficial for elderly or solitary individuals, this feature helps swiftly detect emergencies. 10-Day Location Reporting: You can access the 10-day location report of a specific user. These reports allow you to review a user's past locations and movements. Friend Adding and Following: The app enables users to add and follow each other. With this feature, you can track and stay in touch with friends and family members within the app. Location-Based Notifications: The app sends notifications for users approaching or moving away from specified locations. This feature allows you to monitor activities at designated locations and take swift action when necessary. These features are designed to enhance user safety and facilitate coping with emergencies. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

UPPAbaby Connect

Control and personalize your supported smart baby products with this intuitive app. Create custom soothing experiences, access support resources, and manage your connected gear all from your phone.

Highlights
  • MotionSync™ Technology
  • 400+ Soothing Combinations
  • Bluetooth® Control
  • Save Favorite Settings
  • Personalized Product List
  • Support Resources
  • Light & Dark Mode
Features
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UPPAbaby Connect Parenthood, understood. If you’ve been asked to update or replace the 4moms App, you’re in the right place! UPPAbaby Connect is the new app for your supported 4moms and UPPAbaby smart baby products. UPPAbaby Connect puts smart, intuitive control of your baby gear right at your fingertips. With a fresh, modern experience and expanded features, you can personalize your baby’s comfort, access helpful support tools, and stay connected to your products—all from your phone. Designed specifically for supported models, UPPAbaby Connect delivers the best experience and full functionality with the products listed below. Some older models may continue to work with limited functionality but are not officially supported. Supported Models Legacy 4moms Models • mamaRoo® baby swing™ model 1037 • mamaRoo® baby swing™ model 1046 • mamaRoo sleep® bassinet UPPAbaby Smart Products • Mamaroo® Smart Swing • Soma™ Smart Bassinet Key Features NEW! MotionSync™ Technology
Discover motion and speed combinations that closely match your natural soothing style. MotionSync™ helps you recreate the unique bounce and sway you naturally use to comfort your baby. 400+ Soothing Combinations
Create personalized soothing experiences by combining 5 parent-inspired motions, 5 adjustable speeds, 4 soothing sounds, and 4 volume levels. Bluetooth® Control
Connect to your supported product via Bluetooth® and conveniently adjust settings from the UPPAbaby Connect app. Save Favorites
Save your baby’s favorite motion and speed combinations for quick and easy access whenever you need them. Personalized Product List
Add, organize, and manage your connected baby gear in one convenient place. Support at Your Fingertips
Quickly access product guides, FAQs, and customer support resources to help with setup, troubleshooting, and everyday use. Light & Dark Mode
Choose Light Mode or Dark Mode during initial setup, or change your preference anytime in Settings. Whether you’re continuing to use a legacy mamaRoo® or getting started with your newest UPPAbaby smart gear, UPPAbaby Connect brings personalized comfort, convenient control, and helpful tools together in one simple experience.

Screenshots

Base LOCA4 screens
UPPAbaby Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: UPPAbaby Connect at none against Base LOCA's 2. UPPAbaby Connect also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 8 months). On price and iOS requirement 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. Base LOCA sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.00 per month. UPPAbaby Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Base LOCA ships an update every 8 months, UPPAbaby Connect weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Base LOCA versus UPPAbaby Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBase LOCAUPPAbaby Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.2 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—6 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsWeekly — better
Ads—No
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
Devices—iPhone — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB110 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGIDYSOFT YAZILIM VE BILGI TEKNOLOJILERI SANAYI VE TICARET LIMITED SIRKETIHubble Baby Care

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Base LOCA

Subscriptions2
  • Base Loca Silver7 Days trial$1.001 Month
  • Base Loca Gold$9.901 Year
None

UPPAbaby Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Base LOCA free?
Base LOCA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is UPPAbaby Connect free?
UPPAbaby Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which is updated more often, Base LOCA or UPPAbaby Connect?
Base LOCA ships an update every 8 months, and UPPAbaby Connect weekly. Most recently, Base LOCA was updated on October 27, 2026 and UPPAbaby Connect on October 31, 2026.

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