Comparison

Decibell Access vs Cashless

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

Head to head
About

Decibell Access

Transform your smartphone or tablet into a professional ticket scanner for events. This free app offers ultra-fast validation, anti-fraud measures, and offline capabilities. Monitor attendance in real-time with detailed statistics and manage multiple devices seamlessly.

Highlights
  • Instant QR code scanning
  • Manual attendee search
  • Offline mode for scanning
  • Real-time attendance statistics
  • Multi-device management
  • Anti-fraud detection
  • Fast setup
Features
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PROFESSIONAL ACCESS CONTROL FOR YOUR EVENTS Decibell Access is the free access control and ticket scanning app for all your events: concerts, festivals, conferences, shows, sporting events, and parties. Turn your smartphone or tablet into a professional ticket scanner without investing in expensive hardware. WHY CHOOSE DECIBELL ACCESS? 100% FREE No equipment rental fees (save €200–€500 per event) No subscription required Connect as many devices as you need ULTRA-FAST VALIDATION Scan QR codes in 0.3 seconds Instant visual and audio feedback 98% success rate on the first scan Manual name search if a ticket is lost 100% EFFECTIVE ANTI-FRAUD Unique encrypted QR code that cannot be duplicated Automatic detection of fraud attempts Instant alert if a ticket has already been scanned See the time and location of the first scan OFFLINE MODE Download the attendee list before the event Scan without an internet connection Automatic sync when the connection returns Ideal for outdoor events or venues with unstable Wi-Fi REAL-TIME STATISTICS Live count of attendees admitted Attendance timeline with chart Breakdown by entrance and ticket type Instant attendance rate Arrival peak forecast Performance by scanner operator MULTI-DEVICE MANAGEMENT Connect unlimited devices Name devices by area (Main Entrance, VIP Access, Backstage) Assign by ticket type Remotely disconnect selected devices Manage team shifts Instant revocation for maximum security KEY FEATURES Instant QR Code Scanning Validate Decibell tickets in under a second with clear visual feedback (green = valid, red = invalid) Manual Search Find attendees by name if their ticket is lost or forgotten Scanner Dashboard Track activity: scan count, latest scan, active time Attendee Information Display name, ticket type, and organizer notes with every scan Security Alerts Instantly detect anomalies and fraudulent use attempts Detailed Analytics Access complete statistics from your Decibell organizer dashboard PERFECT FOR Concerts and festivals (50 to 50,000+ attendees) Shows and theater Professional conferences and seminars Student and campus events Sporting events and competitions Local fairs and community events Exhibitions and openings Private parties and galas HOW DOES IT WORK? 1. Create your event on Decibell (app.decibell.org) 2. Download Decibell Access on your devices 3. Sign in with the code provided by Decibell 4. Scan QR code tickets at the entrance 5. Monitor attendance in real time from your dashboard SET UP IN 2 MINUTES Fast installation with no complex training required. An intuitive interface designed for your entire access control team to use immediately. GUARANTEED SAVINGS Professional scanning equipment rental: €200–€500 per event Decibell Access: €0 forever Save thousands of euros every year on your events. RESPONSIVE SUPPORT French-speaking team based in Rennes, available by chat, email, and phone. Average response time under 2 hours. Full documentation available in the app. FREE AND AD-FREE Decibell Access is 100% free, with no ads, no in-app purchases, and no usage limits. Get every professional feature at no cost. JOIN 500+ ORGANIZERS Hundreds of concert venues, festivals, associations, and businesses trust Decibell Access to manage event entry with confidence. Download Decibell Access now and turn your smartphone into a professional ticket scanner!

About

Cashless

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Application permettant de gérer les caisses durant les évènements utilisant la solution Cashless de Captusite.

Screenshots

Decibell Access4 screens
Cashless3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Decibell Access at 2 against Cashless's β€”. Cashless's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

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

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 6 level
Decibell Access versus Cashless: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDecibell AccessCashless
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviewsβ€”
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksβ€”
AdsNoβ€”
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeβ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPad β€” betterβ€”
Requires iOS16.013.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size38 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThibault BoulayCaptusite

In-app purchases

None

Decibell Access

No in-app purchases

None

Cashless

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Decibell Access free?
Decibell Access is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cashless free?
Cashless is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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