Comparison

CloudGate vs LINE WORKS

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

Head to head
About

CloudGate

This app allows users to register their device ID to securely access Google Workspace services like Gmail only from authorized devices. It offers business-grade security features to protect company data on personal devices, ideal for BYOD environments.

Highlights
  • Device ID registration for secure access
  • Browser-based access to Google Workspace services
  • Disable attachment downloads
  • Copy restriction
  • Screen lock functionality
  • Admin control over registered devices
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CloudGateスマートフォン端末ID制限アプリは、Google WorkspaceとCloudGateスマートフォン端末ID制限機能をご利用のお客様向け専用アプリです。 このアプリから端末IDを登録すると、登録された端末からのみGoogle Workspace (Gmail)へログインすることが可能となります。 アプリのご利用には、CloudGate スマートフォン端末ID制限機能のご契約が必要です。 ------------------------------------------------------ 【アプリの特徴】 ●ブラウザーベースのアプリとなります。 Google Workspaceの各サービス画面(Gmail)は、標準ブラウザと同様、モバイル向けに最適化されたインターフェースから操作が可能です。 ●ビジネスユースに合うセキュリティー機能や便利機能を各種実装しています。 ・添付ファイルのダウンロード禁止 ・コピー制限機能 ・スクリーンロック機能 ・アドレスバー非表示 ・お気に入りの登録/管理 ●管理者による利用制御も可能です。 登録された端末ID情報をクリアすることで、端末紛失時には登録済み端末からのログインを管理者機能で不許可にすることが可能です。 ●BYODを許可する場合に最適です。 企業にてBYODを許可している場合、会社のメールを個人保有の端末で閲覧するにあたり、セキュリティー対策を行う必要があります。 CloudGateアプリなら、添付ファイルや認証情報が本体に残らないため、 万が一端末が紛失した場合でも、会社の情報が外部に流出することを防ぎます。 ------------------------------------------------------ 【CloudGateについて】 CloudGateは、強固な認証と柔軟なアクセスコントロールでクラウドサービスのセキュリティーを強化するアイデンティティ管理プラットフォームです。 2020年3月末時点で、1,600社80万ユーザーにご利用いただいております。

About

LINE WORKS

This business communication platform offers familiar chat usability with robust security and management features for professional environments. It facilitates real-time information sharing, task management, and integration with external services and AI products to automate processes.

Highlights
  • Intuitive business chat with LINE interface
  • Bulletin boards for announcements
  • Team calendar and task management
  • External service integration
  • AI-powered automation and meeting minutes
  • Secure file storage
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LINE WORKS is the only business chat platform that maintains the familiar usability of LINE while providing the high-level security and management features required in a professional environment. It enables real-time information sharing not only for desk workers but also for frontline staff. In addition to core functions like chat, bulletin boards, calendars, and task management, it offers flexible integration with external services such as attendance management and payment systems. Furthermore, by connecting with advanced AI products from the LINE WORKS family, users can automate business processes and generate meeting minutes effortlessly. ■ Key Features [Talk] Retains the same intuitive interface as LINE. Share stickers, photos, and videos. Connect securely with individual LINE users. [Board] Post announcements to specific departments or the entire organization. Track "read" status to prevent communication gaps. [Calendar] Check participants' availability and easily manage team schedules. [Tasks] Assign tasks with specific owners and deadlines directly from chat conversations. [Survey] Create and distribute polls or RSVP requests easily from mobile devices. [Contacts] Always synced with the organizational structure, allowing you to view members instantly during reassignments or team changes. [Email] Includes business-essential features like read receipts and reminders (Advanced Plan Only). [Drive] Manage files safely and efficiently with secure online storage (Available as an optional add-on or with the Advanced Plan). ■ Main Characteristics The Only Business Chat that Connects with LINE: Communicate securely with individual customers and partners on LINE within a protected environment. Familiar Usability: No training required; anyone can start using it immediately. External Service Integration: Enhance convenience by linking with attendance, payroll, and payment systems. Product Ecosystem: Improve efficiency by integrating with AI meeting minutes and AI assistants. International Security Standards: Comprehensive management features including log management and remote data deletion. ■ Recommended for Companies That Want To: Communicate with customers/partners on LINE under a robust security framework. Accelerate information sharing with frontline employees and store staff. Streamline operations by linking chat with existing systems (attendance, expenses, etc.). Promote digitalization and DX through AI-driven automated minutes and responses. Consolidate multiple tools into one to reduce costs and improve convenience. Official Website: https://line-works.com/en/

Screenshots

CloudGate4 screens
LINE WORKS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: LINE WORKS at 4.6 against CloudGate's 3.0. LINE WORKS also leads on review sentiment (28% vs 0%) and ratings volume (182 vs 2). CloudGate's advantage is monetization model (free vs freemium) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

LINE WORKS holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LINE WORKS has 182 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of CloudGate's written reviews are positive against 28% of LINE WORKS's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CloudGate ships an update every 3 months, LINE WORKS monthly. The most recent releases landed on June 5, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
CloudGate versus LINE WORKS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCloudGateLINE WORKS
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)4.6 (182 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews28.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2182 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB342 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperInternational Systems Research Co.LINE WORKS Corp.

Customer experience

CloudGate

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

LINE WORKS

All ratings181 ratings
Positive91.2%
Neutral2.8%
Negative6.1%
Written reviews143 reviews
Positive28.0%
Neutral24.5%
Negative47.6%

In-app purchases

None

CloudGate

No in-app purchases

None

LINE WORKS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CloudGate free?
CloudGate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LINE WORKS free?
LINE WORKS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, CloudGate or LINE WORKS?
LINE WORKS is rated higher. CloudGate averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while LINE WORKS averages 4.6 from 182 ratings.
Do CloudGate or LINE WORKS have ads?
Neither CloudGate nor LINE WORKS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CloudGate or LINE WORKS?
CloudGate ships an update every 3 months, and LINE WORKS monthly. Most recently, CloudGate was updated on June 5, 2026 and LINE WORKS on September 24, 2026.

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