SafeNet MobilePASS vs EquateAccess
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SafeNet MobilePASS
Transform your iPhone into a secure authentication device. Generate one-time passcodes instantly for convenient and simple access to corporate networks, web applications, and online services. Offers strong two-factor authentication for enhanced identity protection.
- Instant one-time passcode generation
- Secure remote access
- Two-factor authentication
- Identity protection
- Convenient access control
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Turn your iPhone into an instant authentication device with MobilePASS from SafeNet, an innovation in software authentication that allows you to generate one-time passcodes instantly on your iPhone, enabling secure remote access to corporate and web-based applications. MobilePASS combines the security of strong two-factor authentication with the convenience, simplicity, and ease of use of One-Time Passcodes. MobilePASS provides powerful identity protection and convenient access control for: - VPNs - SaaS applications - Terminal Server - Citrix applications - Outlook Web Access - Customer-facing online services such as e-banking sites, eLearning education portals and healthcare record sites Note: To use this application, you first need to enroll it with the appropriate enrollment credentials. These credentials should be provided to you by your administrator.
EquateAccess
This app provides an extra layer of security for your equity compensation account. It uses multi-factor authentication, requiring you to scan a QR code and authorize logins via your mobile device's biometrics or PIN.
- Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
- QR code scanning for login
- Biometric authorization (Face ID, Touch ID)
- PIN authorization
- Account security enhancement
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EquateAccess is the secure authentication app for EquatePlus and EquateMobile. It does not provide access to your account, holdings or transactions. To view or manage your account, use EquateMobile or the EquatePlus website. Designed to help protect your account, EquateAccess provides a fast and secure way to verify your identity using multi-factor authentication (MFA). Whether you're signing in, recovering access to your account or approving sensitive actions, EquateAccess adds an extra layer of protection while keeping the experience simple and convenient. EquateAccess is the preferred authentication method across the Equate platform and works seamlessly with both the EquatePlus website and the EquateMobile app. Key features • Secure authentication using Face ID, Touch ID, biometrics or a PIN • Fast approval of verification requests • Works with both the EquatePlus website and EquateMobile • Supports multiple participant accounts • Built on modern authentication standards for enhanced security • Designed to help protect against unauthorised account access How it works After registering EquateAccess to your EquatePlus account, you'll use the app to verify your identity when authentication is required. EquatePlus website When accessing the EquatePlus website, simply scan the QR code displayed on screen and approve the request using the device you have registered EquateAccess to. EquateMobile When using EquateMobile on the same device, the authentication process is even more seamless, allowing EquateMobile and EquateAccess to work together for a smooth verification experience.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: SafeNet MobilePASS at 2.3 against EquateAccess's 1.3. SafeNet MobilePASS also leads on review sentiment (26% vs 1%). EquateAccess's advantage is chart position (#125 vs unranked). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
SafeNet MobilePASS holds the better App Store score, 2.3 against 1.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 114 and 227 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of SafeNet MobilePASS's written reviews are positive against 1% of EquateAccess's.
SafeNet MobilePASS ships an update every 6 months, EquateAccess every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SafeNet MobilePASS | EquateAccess |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.3 (114 ratings) — better | 1.3 (227 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 26.4% of reviews — better | 1.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 114 | 227 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 4 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | — | #125 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 14 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 138 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SafeNet, Inc. | Equatex AG |
Customer experience
SafeNet MobilePASS
EquateAccess
User reviews
SafeNet MobilePASS
From 114 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- ✅ Core functionality works reliably for authentication
- 🔒 Provides secure token-based access
- 📱 Eliminates need for physical hardware tokens
- ⚡ Quick access to passcodes when working
- 🎯 Simple and straightforward purpose
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing issues
- ❌ No biometric authentication (Touch ID/Face ID)
- ❌ No Apple Watch support
- 🖥️ Poor UI/UX design and dated appearance
- 📱 Not optimized for iPhone X and newer screen sizes
EquateAccess
From 227 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔒 Secure authentication
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🔒 Overly complex authentication process
- 👎 Unreliable QR code scanning
- 🤔 Unnecessary separate app
- 🤯 Lack of customer support
Bugs and requests
SafeNet MobilePASS
Reported bugs
14 issues- App crashes on startup or during use
- Freezes when entering PIN code
- Keypad positioned too low, interferes with app closing
- VoiceOver accessibility broken after updates
- Font and UI elements too small
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- App stuck in 'Waiting' state
- Enrollment link broken on most phones
- Token setup fails on corporate sites
- App repeatedly reinstalls itself
- Haptic feedback removed in recent updates
- Incompatible with iOS updates
- Token transfer fails during app updates
- Invalid activation code errors
- PIN entry field not recognized by accessibility features
Requested features
17 requests- Apple Watch integration for convenient access
- Touch ID and Face ID biometric authentication
- Default to single token without selection screen
- Siri Shortcuts integration
- QR code auto-setup like modern authenticator apps
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- Tap to copy passcode functionality
- Support for iPhone X and newer screen sizes
- iPad split-view support
- Widget support for quick access
- Remember last used token
- Favorite or default token selection
- Progress bar for token expiration countdown
- Modern UI redesign
- Support for third-party 2FA apps integration
- Alphanumeric PIN options
- Token transfer between devices
- Haptic feedback restoration
EquateAccess
Reported bugs
3 issues- QR code scanning not working
- Login process repeatedly fails
- App resets after initial setup
Requested features
3 requests- Allow manual entry of authentication codes
- Integrate with existing authenticator apps
- Provide alternative login options
In-app purchases
SafeNet MobilePASS
No in-app purchases
EquateAccess
No in-app purchases
Questions
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