View Remote Access vs ARE Connect
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
View Remote Access
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View Remote Access agent, powered by CloudBrink, is designed to provide mobile-friendly access to any device from anywhere. The View Remote Access agent works in conjunction with View's Remote Access cloud infrastructure to create zero-trust architecture and ensure secure remote access to building systems and devices. While View Remote Access is renowned for its agentless portal, we've taken it a step further with this downloadable version. This app is specifically designed to simplify connections to legacy systems and provide effortless access from your mobile device, all while maintaining the highest level of security. Key Features: • Easy Access to Legacy Systems: This downloadable version is designed to provide seamless access to legacy systems, eliminating the need for complex configurations. • Mobile Device Compatibility: Access your systems on-the-go with our mobile-friendly interface. No need for a computer; your smartphone or tablet is all you need. • Secure Connection: Benefit from AES-256 encrypted secure tunnels, ensuring your remote access is safe and secure. • Supports Multiple Protocols: HTTP, HTTPS, SSH, RDP - we've got you covered. • Centralized Management & Observability: Users accessing systems from our mobile app are still centrally managed using View's Remote Access portal, where you can also get real-time reporting on user authorization and activities. This version of the View Remote Access agent is powered by our partner, CloudBrink. A pioneer in Hybrid Access as a Service (HAaaS), CloudBrink brings its expertise in high-performance connectivity and security service to this app. The app contains some CloudBrink branding as part of our partnership to provide you with the best remote access experience. Download View Remote Access today and experience the seamless integration of View's smart building technology.
ARE Connect
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Discover the amenities, experiences, and people that make up your building. Attend, save, exercise, eat, learn, connect - all on the go. Love where you work!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: View Remote Access at 3 against ARE Connect's —. View Remote Access also leads on iOS requirement (14.5 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence and in-app purchases 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.
View Remote Access ships an update every 21 months, ARE Connect every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | View Remote Access | ARE Connect |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 21 months | Every 12 months — better |
| Ads | No | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | — |
| Requires iOS | 14.5 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 38 MB | 107 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Cloudbrink Inc | Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. |
In-app purchases
View Remote Access
No in-app purchases
ARE Connect
No in-app purchases
Questions
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Which is updated more often, View Remote Access or ARE Connect?
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