Comparison

AXIS Installer vs Advanced US Safety

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

Head to head
About

AXIS Installer

Simplify device installation by finding and configuring network-connected devices. Access user manuals and installation guides directly from your device. Scan product QR codes for quick access to documentation and view live video during setup.

Highlights
  • Find and configure network devices
  • Access product documentation
  • View live video during installation
  • QR code scanning for quick access
  • Replaces AXIS T8415 Wireless Installation Tool
Features
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Device installation made easy. Find and configure Axis and third-party devices on your network and get access to all user manuals and installation guides conveniently from your pocket when installing Axis devices. Use AXIS Installer to scan the QR-code provided with the product in the box to quickly access the right product documentation. Key features: • Find and configure devices on your network • Quick access to product documentation • View live video on your mobile device or smartwatch while installing We update the app regularly. Install the latest version to get the newest features and improvements. Thank you for using AXIS Installer.

About

Advanced US Safety

Features
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With our network, you'll always have access to your home's fire and safety devices. Remotely monitor the status of your smoke, CO and other useful sensors throughout the home. Know the condition of all unit's sensor performance and battery levels. Monitor the room temperature of any installed location. Be alerted by text message or email to any ALARM/WARNING situations. Receive maintenance messages to prevent annoying middle of the night alerts. Please note: Only available for use with OmniShield compatible alarms, sensors and devices.

Screenshots

AXIS Installer4 screens
Advanced US Safety4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: AXIS Installer at monthly against Advanced US Safety's every 4 months. Advanced US Safety's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AXIS Installer ships an update monthly, Advanced US Safety every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
AXIS Installer versus Advanced US Safety: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAXIS InstallerAdvanced US Safety
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.7 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB107 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAXIS Communications ABGHS Companies

In-app purchases

None

AXIS Installer

No in-app purchases

None

Advanced US Safety

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AXIS Installer free?
AXIS Installer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Advanced US Safety free?
Advanced US Safety is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do AXIS Installer or Advanced US Safety have ads?
Neither AXIS Installer nor Advanced US Safety shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AXIS Installer or Advanced US Safety?
AXIS Installer ships an update monthly, and Advanced US Safety every 4 months. Most recently, AXIS Installer was updated on October 20, 2026 and Advanced US Safety on October 19, 2026.

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