Comparison

Manager Genie vs SpareBox RaFA

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

Head to head
About

Manager Genie

This app provides managers with a single login to control multiple self-storage facilities. It allows for remote gate and door access, real-time monitoring of access events, and viewing tenant and unit information. Streamline facility operations and manage access control from anywhere.

Highlights
  • Single login for multiple facilities
  • Remote gate and door access
  • Real-time access event monitoring
  • Tenant and unit information viewing
  • Onsite visitor tracking
  • Seamless integration with INSOMNIAC CIA
Features
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With a single login, the app grants users quick access to every self storage facility they manage. From the user-friendly facility screen, your manager can open gates and doors, view access events, see tenant and unit info, and view visitors onsite. Efficient facility management at the tap of a button — it will feel like magic. Single Login, Limitless Control: Experience ultimate convenience from Manager Genie’s single-login screen. Granting users swift access to all managed self storage facilities, the app simplifies single and multi-property management. Efficient Facility Management: Manage your facilities effortlessly from the user-friendly facility screen. Open gates and doors, monitor access events in real-time, see tenants, unit and account status, and view visitors onsite with just a few taps. Manager Genie transforms time-consuming access control tasks into a simple step you can complete in seconds. Mobile Control: Get the power of efficient facility management at your fingertips. With Manager Genie, you're not tied to a desk – handle operations from anywhere with ease. The app's intuitive design ensures that your most essential functions are just a tap away, putting the magic of effortless management in your hands. Built for INSOMNIAC® CIA: Built to complement INSOMNIAC CIA, Manager Genie seamlessly integrates with your existing IoE Control Center account to offer a streamlined, mobile management experience for your access control system. Download now and get the magic of effortless access control management at your fingertips.

About

SpareBox RaFA

Features
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SpareBox RaFA is the modern remote field app for self-storage operations. Designed for facility managers and operators, RaFA simplifies day-to-day tasks and ensures teams can manage properties efficiently. Key Features: • Task Automation – Streamline routine workflows and eliminate manual follow-ups. • Operational Tracking – Capture and review data in real time to keep facilities running smoothly. • Mobile Friendly – Access everything you need from your iPhone or iPad, whether in the office or on-site. • Seamless Integration – Works hand-in-hand with your facility management software (FMS) for unified property management. Whether you’re overseeing one facility or a growing portfolio, RaFA helps your team stay organized, efficient, and connected.

Screenshots

Manager Genie4 screens
SpareBox RaFA4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: SpareBox RaFA at none against Manager Genie's shown. SpareBox RaFA also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 4 months). Manager Genie's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Manager Genie ships an update every 4 months, SpareBox RaFA every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Manager Genie versus SpareBox RaFA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterManager GenieSpareBox RaFA
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (58 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings58 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOpenTechSparebox Technologies LLC

In-app purchases

None

Manager Genie

No in-app purchases

None

SpareBox RaFA

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Manager Genie free?
Manager Genie is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SpareBox RaFA free?
SpareBox RaFA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Manager Genie or SpareBox RaFA have ads?
Manager Genie shows ads; SpareBox RaFA does not.
Which is updated more often, Manager Genie or SpareBox RaFA?
Manager Genie ships an update every 4 months, and SpareBox RaFA every 6 weeks. Most recently, Manager Genie was updated on November 3, 2026 and SpareBox RaFA on November 5, 2026.

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