Comparison

BAS vs Protege Access+

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

Head to head
About

BAS

Manage your building access remotely. Receive video calls from intercom panels, unlock doors via Bluetooth, call elevators, and issue guest passes with QR codes or access links. Supports multiple properties and family member invitations.

Highlights
  • Receive video calls from outdoor panels
  • Unlock doors via Bluetooth
  • Call elevators
  • Issue guest passes (QR codes, access codes, links)
  • Add multiple properties
  • Invite family members
  • Access call archive
Features
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BAS-IP Link is an application allows you to receive video calls from BAS-IP outdoor panels and monitors to your mobile device, open a lock via Bluetooth, call an elevator, and create guest passes. The application requires the use of the Link server. Functions: - Support for VoIP/push notifications for incoming calls - Video support before answer (assuming push notifications are used) - Possibility of registration/authorization on different Link servers - Ability to add multiple properties - Ability to issue guest passes - QR codes, access codes and links - Ability to call the elevator (assuming EVRC-IP module is used) - Opening the lock using UKEY technology (UKEY identifier required) - Access to call archive - Invite family members

About

Protege Access+

This app provides seamless access control for buildings and areas using mobile credentials. It allows users to grant entry, receive intercom calls, and manage multiple sites remotely. The application offers customizable credentials and advanced security features for enhanced peace of mind.

Highlights
  • Mobile credential access
  • Intercom call reception
  • Visitor access granting
  • Customizable credentials
  • Multi-site management
  • Remote monitoring and control
Features
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Designed with a user-friendly and modern interface, Protege Access+ allows you to use ICT Mobile Credentials to gain access to buildings and areas with ICT access readers and Protege Wireless Locks, receive calls from intercoms, and grant access to visitors. Available with Protege WX, Protege X, and Protege GX systems. • Intuitive Design. With a refreshed design and increased functionality, Protege Access+ gives you the peace of mind you need and the convenience you want. • Customizable Credentials. Utilize credential branding and the ability to add custom artwork via the credential portal, tailoring the app to reflect your business and location. • Plastic-Free, Sustainable Credentials. Say goodbye to plastic card credentials with secure, eco-friendly mobile alternatives, reducing your environmental footprint without compromising functionality. • Effortless Multi-Site Management. Store and switch between multiple credentials on a single device, simplifying operations for security professionals, building managers, and business owners managing multiple locations. • Advanced Security for Peace of Mind. Enjoy layers of authentication and built-in protection against attacks to safeguard your site, even if a phone is lost or stolen. • Your Digital Doorman. When paired with a Protege Entry Station and Tenancy Portal, users can receive video calls from guests, delivery people, clients, etc. and allow access with the press of a button. Stay in control with Protege GX and Protege WX. Protege Access+ makes it easy to stay in control of your business and security systems—anytime, anywhere. If you have a Protege GX or Protege WX system, you can use Protege Access+ to monitor and control your business while on the go, all from your smartphone. With the swipe of a finger, you can connect to any of your sites, check the status, arm or disarm, and control lights, locks, signage, and heating from anywhere, at any time. • Comprehensive Control at Your Fingertips. Monitor and manage Protege GX and Protege WX sites with just a swipe. Check status, arm/disarm areas, and take full control of lights, locks, sensors, and HVAC systems, all from your mobile device. • Stay informed at all times. Enable push notifications to receive instant system alerts and updates, ensuring you're promptly notified of any incidents and events. Note for users and integrators upgrading from Protege Mobile: • Only Protege GX and Protege WX systems can be controlled by Protege Access+. • There are changes to how Access+ connects to Protege GX that may require changes to port forwarding rules in your network. Please consult https://my.ict.co for more information.

Screenshots

BAS4 screens
Protege Access+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: BAS at 5.0 against Protege Access+'s 2.0. BAS also leads on review sentiment (42% vs 0%) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). Protege Access+'s advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BAS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of BAS's written reviews are positive against 0% of Protege Access+'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BAS ships an update every 6 weeks, Protege Access+ every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
BAS versus Protege Access+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBASProtege Access+
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better2.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews41.7% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBAS-IP LPIntegrated Control Technology Limited

Customer experience

BAS

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive41.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative50.0%

Protege Access+

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

BAS

No in-app purchases

None

Protege Access+

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BAS free?
BAS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Protege Access+ free?
Protege Access+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, BAS or Protege Access+?
BAS is rated higher. BAS averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Protege Access+ averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.
Do BAS or Protege Access+ have ads?
Neither BAS nor Protege Access+ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BAS or Protege Access+?
BAS ships an update every 6 weeks, and Protege Access+ every 2 weeks. Most recently, BAS was updated on October 3, 2026 and Protege Access+ on September 30, 2026.

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