Comparison

RelaySMS vs Scanner by JoinPass

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

Head to head
About

RelaySMS

Features
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RelaySMS is a powerful tool that lets you send secure online messages via SMS without needing an internet connection. By securely storing OAuth2 tokens for services like Gmail, Twitter, and Telegram in encrypted online Vaults, RelaySMS allows you to stay connected even when offline. Key Features: - Store OAuth2 tokens for Gmail, Twitter, and Telegram. - Manage multiple accounts seamlessly. - Send messages with or without an authentication phone number. - Open source and freely available on GitHub at https://github.com/smswithoutborders. RelaySMS is built for those who need reliable, secure communication without the limitations of internet connectivity.

About

Scanner by JoinPass

Features
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Scanner app makes it easy for your team to recognise, reward, and track loyal customers in real time. This will connect to our loyalty system and instantly turn Apple Wallet and Google Wallet passes into check‑ins, points, and visit history, without clunky spreadsheets or manual tracking. Use the app at reception, checkout, or your front desk to scan a customer’s pass, see their details at a glance, and perform key actions in one tap. Whether you run a salon, gym, café, or multi‑location brand, it gives your staff the tools they need to deliver a smoother loyalty experience. Key features: Instant scanning of Apple Wallet and Google Wallet loyalty passes Quick actions after each scan: add points, redeem rewards, mark visits, and more Live member view with status, visit history, and important notes Scan history to keep a clear record across staff and locations Hardware‑ready settings for tablets, kiosks, and compatible barcode scanners Note: This app requires an active account with a compatible loyalty platform and does not provide loyalty features on its own.

Screenshots

RelaySMS4 screens
Scanner by JoinPass3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: RelaySMS at weekly against Scanner by JoinPass's every 6 weeks. Scanner by JoinPass's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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

RelaySMS ships an update weekly, Scanner by JoinPass every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 4, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
RelaySMS versus Scanner by JoinPass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRelaySMSScanner by JoinPass
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAfkanerd Information Technologies LtdJoinPass

In-app purchases

None

RelaySMS

No in-app purchases

None

Scanner by JoinPass

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RelaySMS free?
RelaySMS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Scanner by JoinPass free?
Scanner by JoinPass is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do RelaySMS or Scanner by JoinPass have ads?
Neither RelaySMS nor Scanner by JoinPass shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RelaySMS or Scanner by JoinPass?
RelaySMS ships an update weekly, and Scanner by JoinPass every 6 weeks. Most recently, RelaySMS was updated on October 4, 2026 and Scanner by JoinPass on October 4, 2026.

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