# AlexConnects vs LA Wallet

The clearest difference is rating: AlexConnects at 5.0 against LA Wallet's 3.4. AlexConnects also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). LA Wallet's advantage is ratings volume (1.2K vs 2) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

AlexConnects holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LA Wallet has 1.2K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

AlexConnects ships an update every 4 months, LA Wallet every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AlexConnects | LA Wallet |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alexconnects/id543583715/reviews)** | [3.4 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/la-wallet/id1386930269/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 30.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 8 MB | 251 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [City of Alexandria](https://appshunter.io/developer/1462057052) | [Louisiana Division of Administration](https://appshunter.io/developer/1381518888) |

## What reviewers say

### AlexConnects

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alexconnects/id543583715)

Report community issues, such as barking dogs or utility problems, to the City of Alexandria. Track the resolution status of your reports and receive updates. Pinpoint issue locations with GPS and attach photos for faster service.

**Highlights:** Report community issues, Pinpoint issue location with GPS, Attach photos to reports, Receive status updates, Free to use

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### LA Wallet

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/la-wallet/id1386930269)

Store a digital version of your Louisiana driver's license or state ID. This app is legally recognized for driving and age verification for purchases. It offers a paid service for businesses to verify age for deliveries.

**Highlights:** Digital driver's license storage, Digital state ID storage, Legally valid for driving, Approved for age-restricted purchases, Age verification for businesses

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Convenient digital ID
- 🚀 Easy to set up
- 💡 Potential for future features (e.g., Apple Wallet integration)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Security concerns with handing over unlocked phone
- 💰 Paid service for a digital ID

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Unable to add renewed license
- Inconsistent scanning functionality

**Requested features**

- Add option to integrate with Apple Wallet
- Improve security by allowing access without unlocking phone
- Add support for other ID types (e.g., military, concealed carry)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AlexConnects free?

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

### Is LA Wallet free?

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

### Which has better reviews, AlexConnects or LA Wallet?

AlexConnects is rated higher. AlexConnects averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while LA Wallet averages 3.4 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do AlexConnects or LA Wallet have ads?

Neither AlexConnects nor LA Wallet shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, AlexConnects or LA Wallet?

AlexConnects ships an update every 4 months, and LA Wallet every 6 weeks. Most recently, AlexConnects was updated on November 1, 2026 and LA Wallet on November 2, 2026.

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