# UniFi Access vs AlgaPSA Mobile

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: UniFi Access at none against AlgaPSA Mobile's 1. UniFi Access also leads on ratings volume (4.6K vs 1). AlgaPSA Mobile's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AlgaPSA Mobile sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per month. UniFi Access asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for UniFi Access against 5.0 for AlgaPSA Mobile. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: UniFi Access has 4.6K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UniFi Access ships an update every 2 weeks, AlgaPSA Mobile every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | UniFi Access | AlgaPSA Mobile |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (4.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unifi-access/id1578429007/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/algapsa-mobile/id6760326836/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4.6K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 59.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 280 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ubiquiti Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/683620863) | [Nine Minds LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1883902379) |

## What reviewers say

### UniFi Access

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unifi-access/id1578429007)

Manage your entire access control system remotely. Oversee doors, users, readers, and security policies. View real-time activity logs and receive doorbell notifications.

**Highlights:** Manage connected doors and security policies, Oversee user rosters and access methods, Configure reader devices and greeting messages, View real-time access event logs, Receive doorbell notifications, Grant remote access to visitors

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Works great
- 🔒 Secure access control
- 💡 Useful features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Missing key features
- 💻 Lack of iPad/desktop support
- 🔔 Notification issues

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Notifications not working
- Remote login issues
- Outdated information in app

**Requested features**

- Integrate with Unifi Protect
- Add schedule management in app
- Allow door hold open/timer controls
- Improve camera/intercom integration


### AlgaPSA Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/algapsa-mobile/id6760326836)

Manage client tickets, track billable time, and view assigned tasks from anywhere. This app is designed for IT service professionals to streamline their workflow on the go. Respond to client requests and stay updated with key business metrics.

**Highlights:** Manage client tickets, Track time entries, View assigned dashboards and tickets, Respond to client requests, Mobile access for MSPs

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AlgaPSA Monthly | $14.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is UniFi Access free?

UniFi Access is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is AlgaPSA Mobile free?

AlgaPSA Mobile is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, UniFi Access or AlgaPSA Mobile?

AlgaPSA Mobile is rated higher. UniFi Access averages 4.9 out of 5 from 4.6K ratings, while AlgaPSA Mobile averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do UniFi Access or AlgaPSA Mobile have ads?

Neither UniFi Access nor AlgaPSA Mobile shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, UniFi Access or AlgaPSA Mobile?

UniFi Access ships an update every 2 weeks, and AlgaPSA Mobile every 3 weeks. Most recently, UniFi Access was updated on October 14, 2026 and AlgaPSA Mobile on October 2, 2026.

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