ANCAR vs Shalom Melbourne
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ANCAR
This app enhances vehicle security without invasive installation or extra fobs. It connects to your car's system via Bluetooth, allowing for automatic deactivation and a service mode using a simple 4-digit code.
- Automatic Deactivation
- Service Mode
- Bluetooth Connectivity
- 4-Digit Code Unlock
- Minimal Intrusion Installation
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ANCAR Anti-Theft System ANCAR is a unique, cutting-edge solution that compliments and fortifies your vehicle’s security without the need for invasive wire cutting or the addition of aftermarket key fobs. This innovative approach ensures your vehicle remains safeguarded against theft with minimal intrusion and maximum efficiency. Key Features: • Automatic Deactivation • Service Mode How It Works: 1. Connect your smartphone to the ANCAR Anti-Theft System. 2. Enter your provided 4-digit code to unlock ANCAR. Compatibility: • Suitable for modern vehicles from 2005 onwards. • Available only for ANCAR Systems with Bluetooth functionality. • Compatibility may vary by smartphone. Keep your vehicle secure with ANCAR, the state-of-the-art anti-theft solution.
Shalom Melbourne
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Your one-stop app for community events across Melbourne. We bring together all the events happening in your community so you never miss out.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Shalom Melbourne at every 3 weeks against ANCAR's every 6 weeks. Shalom Melbourne also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
ANCAR ships an update every 6 weeks, Shalom Melbourne every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ANCAR | Shalom Melbourne |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 54 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Emanuel Lago | SOFTWAREBUILDERS PTY LTD |
In-app purchases
ANCAR
No in-app purchases
Shalom Melbourne
No in-app purchases
