Comparison

SafeU vs WSU Code Purple

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

Head to head
About

SafeU

This official university safety app provides emergency alerts, campus safety resources, and tools like location sharing with friends and anonymous tip reporting. It helps users stay prepared for emergencies and access support services.

Highlights
  • Emergency alerts
  • Instant access to campus safety resources
  • Location sharing with friends
  • Anonymous tip reporting
  • Emergency preparedness plans
  • WorkAlone check-ins
Features
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SafeU is the official safety app of The University of Utah. It is the only app that integrates with The University of Utah's safety and security systems. The app will send you important safety alerts and provide instant access to campus safety resources. SafeU features include: - Emergency Contacts: Contact the correct services for the The University of Utah area in case of an emergency or a non-emergency concern - 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 concern directly to The University of Utah police. - Emergency Plans: Campus emergency documentation that can prepare you for disasters or emergencies. - Campus Resources: Access support resources in one convenient app to enjoy a successful experience at The University of Utah. - Safety Notifications: Receive instant notifications and instructions from The University of Utah safety when on-campus emergencies occur. - WorkAlone: Use the app to "check in" with you periodically while working alone or during late hours. If you don't respond, the app will alert Campus Police. Download today to ensure you’re prepared in the event of an emergency.

About

WSU Code Purple

Features
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Code Purple is the official safety app of Weber State University. It is the only app that integrates with Weber State University's safety and security systems. The app will send you important safety alerts and provide instant access to campus safety resources. Code Purple features include: - Emergency Contacts: Contact the correct services for the Weber State University area in case of an emergency or a non-emergency concern - Mobile Bluelight: Send your location to Weber State University 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 Weber State University security. - Virtual Safe Walk: 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. - Campus Map: Navigate around the Weber State University 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 Weber State University. - Safety Notifications: Receive instant notifications and instructions from Weber State University safety when on-campus emergencies occur. Download today to ensure you’re prepared in the event of an emergency.

Screenshots

SafeU4 screens
WSU Code Purple4 screens

Verdict

The call

SafeU and WSU Code Purple are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
SafeU versus WSU Code Purple: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSafeUWSU Code Purple
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Every 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThe University of UtahWeber State University

In-app purchases

None

SafeU

No in-app purchases

None

WSU Code Purple

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SafeU free?
SafeU is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is WSU Code Purple free?
WSU Code Purple is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SafeU or WSU Code Purple have ads?
Neither SafeU nor WSU Code Purple shows ads.

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