TrustMark vs First Base
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
TrustMark
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The TrustMark Home Improvements app has been created for homeowners who want to repair, maintain, or have renovations made to their property. The app will help to: β’ Guide you through the steps and things to think about when making home improvements β’ Help you to ask tradespeople the right questions β’ Provide you with access to information, sources, and guidance β’ Give you more confidence in managing your home improvements β’ Maintain safety for everyone Working in collaboration with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), the App provides practical guidance on the common risks to consider when undertaking home improvement projects. The App concentrates on the most popular home design and improvement elements that homeowners look to carry out, along with guidance on repairing and maintaining your home. Key home improvement topics include: β’ Basements β’ Energy Efficiency β’ Extensions β’ Garden buildings β’ Kitchens and bathrooms β’ Landscaping and driveways β’ Loft conversions β’ Living spaces including decorating and home offices Thereβs General Consumer Information and tips and guidance on managing your project from start to finish. Thereβs also information on what to do if things go wrong and help with finding a tradesperson to do the work. Key features include: β’ Find a trader β find a trusted local tradesperson in your area β’ A jargon buster β helping you understand key industry terms β’ Easy to search terms and guidance
First Base
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The First Base app works with the First Base Digital Pull Tester for performing a tensile test on ground screws. It allows users to login, perform a pull test, record data in real-time and generate reports with detailed information to be shared with the team members and customers.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: First Base at every 9 days against TrustMark's every 2 months. First Base also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
TrustMark ships an update every 2 months, First Base every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TrustMark | First Base |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 9 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 156 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TSO (The Stationery Office) | Staht Limited |
In-app purchases
TrustMark
No in-app purchases
First Base
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is TrustMark free?
Is First Base free?
Do TrustMark or First Base have ads?
Which is updated more often, TrustMark or First Base?
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