Comparison

iLOQ vs SAM Systems

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

Head to head
About

iLOQ

This app transforms your NFC-enabled smartphone into a battery-free, keyless smart lock. Manage access rights, share entry with others, and even open doors remotely. It's a secure and convenient alternative to traditional keys.

Highlights
  • Battery-free smart locking
  • Keyless smartphone access
  • Remote door opening
  • Share access with others
  • Update access rights remotely
  • NFC enabled
Features
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iLOQ is the world’s first battery-free and keyless smart-locking solution. You no longer have to carry around several keys or worry what happens if one is lost or stolen. Your NFC-enabled smartphone is the only key and power source you need. The access rights for all the places you need to access are sent to the iLOQ app. They can be quickly and easily updated as your needs change. The app is not only a key; it also offers powerful additional functionality to optimize access and maximize your user experience. You can, for example open the main door remotely and share access with friends and family. There’s no need to wait for action, for instance, from property managers. You can download the iLOQ app immediately. To start using it, you will need iLOQ hardware and an invitation from a locking system administrator. The iLOQ app is an integral part of iLOQ’s new smart-locking platform. To learn more about iLOQ, please visit www.iloq.com.

About

SAM Systems

Features
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SAM – Smart Access Management: The App for Digital Self‑Storage Access SAM is an app designed for all users, modernizing the way you access and manage self‑storage units. Created for anyone who uses storage spaces, SAM offers a simple, secure, and flexible way to control your rented units digitally. Key Features: Instant Access: Open your booked self‑storage units directly from your smartphone. Real‑Time Status: Keep track of your unit’s door status and other important information at any time. Share Access: Invite other people and grant them secure digital access – perfect for family and friends. How It Works: After booking a unit with one of our partners, simply log in to the SAM app using your booking email. Your rented unit will automatically appear in the app. Want to share access? Add trusted users and set the time period during which they can enter.

Screenshots

iLOQ3 screens
SAM Systems4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: iLOQ at 16.0 against SAM Systems's 18.6. On price, update cadence, ads 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

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

iLOQ ships an update every 6 weeks, SAM Systems every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
iLOQ versus SAM Systems: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriLOQSAM Systems
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (128 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings128 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size125 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperiLOQ Ltd.JustTec GmbH

In-app purchases

None

iLOQ

No in-app purchases

None

SAM Systems

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iLOQ free?
iLOQ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SAM Systems free?
SAM Systems is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do iLOQ or SAM Systems have ads?
Neither iLOQ nor SAM Systems shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iLOQ or SAM Systems?
iLOQ ships an update every 6 weeks, and SAM Systems every 3 months. Most recently, iLOQ was updated on October 12, 2026 and SAM Systems on October 8, 2026.

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