# MyTSA vs Global Entry Mobile

The clearest difference is update cadence: Global Entry Mobile at every 3 weeks against MyTSA's every 3 months. Global Entry Mobile also leads on review sentiment (46% vs 29%) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). MyTSA's advantage is ratings volume (32K vs 6.8K) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Global Entry Mobile holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 32K and 6.8K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of MyTSA's written reviews are positive against 46% of Global Entry Mobile's.

MyTSA ships an update every 3 months, Global Entry Mobile every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | MyTSA | Global Entry Mobile |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mytsa/id380200364/reviews) | **[4.8 (6.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-entry-mobile/id6446152466/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **32K** | 6.8K |
| Positive reviews | 29.5% of reviews | **45.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | #151 | **#103** |
| Size | 34 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Transportation Security Administration](https://appshunter.io/developer/380200367) | [US Customs and Border Protection](https://appshunter.io/developer/948812863) |

## What reviewers say

### MyTSA

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mytsa/id380200364)

**Currently charting:** #151 Top Free · Travel (US App Store)

Access essential travel information 24/7, including what items are permitted on flights, real-time airport wait times, and weather delays. Get assistance through social media integration and learn how to navigate security checkpoints efficiently.

**Highlights:** Item search for flights, Live TSA assistance, Airport historical busyness, Crowd-sourced wait times, Report wait times, Airport delay and weather info, Security checkpoint guide

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful for getting to the airport on time
- 👍 Attractive design
- 🔒 Useful security information
- 💡 Provides airport maps

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate wait time information
- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🐛 Unable to select airports
- 🐛 Relies on user-submitted data

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Unable to access certain features
- Location services issues
- Compatibility problems on tablets

**Requested features**

- Live, accurate wait time data
- Ability to report wait times
- Terminal-specific wait times
- More real-time airport status updates


### Global Entry Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/global-entry-mobile/id6446152466)

**Currently charting:** #103 Top Free · Travel (US App Store)

This app allows active Global Entry members to report their arrival at supported airports using their mobile device instead of a stationary portal. Members can submit a photo for verification and receive a receipt to present to an officer. It also stores CBP Pass ID and preferred Class of Admission.

**Highlights:** Report arrival at supported airports, Submit photo for CBP verification, Receive submission receipt, Store CBP Pass ID, Select preferred Class of Admission

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Expedited entry
- ⚡️ Streamlined process
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💨 Faster than kiosks
- 🤩 Impressive app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Location detection issues
- ⚠️ Inconsistent agent awareness
- 🤔 Unclear app functionality
- 🕰️ Submission expiration issues
- 🤯 Unreliable at some airports

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on update
- Location not recognized at airport
- Submission not appearing on agent's screen
- Inability to retake/resubmit photos

**Requested features**

- Add family/group support
- Integrate with airline apps
- Improve signage/instructions
- Extend submission validity time
- Expand airport coverage


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MyTSA free?

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

### Is Global Entry Mobile free?

Global Entry Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, MyTSA or Global Entry Mobile?

Global Entry Mobile is rated higher. MyTSA averages 4.6 out of 5 from 32K ratings, while Global Entry Mobile averages 4.8 from 6.8K ratings.

### Do MyTSA or Global Entry Mobile have ads?

Neither MyTSA nor Global Entry Mobile shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MyTSA or Global Entry Mobile?

MyTSA ships an update every 3 months, and Global Entry Mobile every 3 weeks. Most recently, MyTSA was updated on September 25, 2026 and Global Entry Mobile on September 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, MyTSA or Global Entry Mobile?

MyTSA currently peaks at #151 in the App Store charts, and Global Entry Mobile at #103. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*