Aussie Mate vs UniCal
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Aussie Mate
Read full descriptionHide full description
Hello! I’m Sarah, living in Australia :) This app allows you to share tips and experiences through the community, and quickly check whether your current or future work location meets the following Australian government visa requirements using postal code search: • 491 Skilled Work Regional Visa • 417 Working Holiday Regional Areas • 417 Working Holiday Remote Areas Key Features • Community Participation: Ask questions, share experiences, and exchange tips about life in Australia • Postal Code Search: Check whether a specific area meets visa requirements • Location-Based Check: See if your current location qualifies for the visa • Simple Interface I created this app because I wanted to provide a space for people to share information and experiences about life in Australia and to help those who are concerned about visa matters. Feedback is always welcome! I will continue to improve the app and look forward to your valuable suggestions. Contact & Suggestions: love7620640@naver.com References The app information is based on data from the Australian Department of Home Affairs: • 491 Skilled Regional Visa postcodes: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/working-in-australia/skill-occupation-list/regional-postcodes • 417 Working Holiday (2nd/3rd visa) specified work requirements: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/work-holiday-417/specified-work Disclaimer This app is not officially affiliated with or endorsed by the Australian Government and is for reference and informational purposes only. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always check the official Australian government website. . . . Thank you for reading! I sincerely hope this app will be useful for your life in Australia :)
UniCal
Read full descriptionHide full description
Never miss what’s happening at uni. UniCal brings events from 100+ UQ and QUT clubs and societies into one clean calendar, making it easier to find what’s on, save the events you care about, and plan your uni life in one place. Browse upcoming parties, bar crawls, networking nights, workshops, sports events, cultural events, film screenings, competitions and more — all from your favourite university clubs. Whether you’re looking for something social, professional, creative, active or just fun, UniCal helps you discover events before they happen. Every event. One calendar. Zero hassle.
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: Aussie Mate at 3 against UniCal's 1. Aussie Mate also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Aussie Mate ships an update every 6 weeks, UniCal monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Aussie Mate | UniCal |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sehwa Kim | Zac Allen |
In-app purchases
Aussie Mate
No in-app purchases
UniCal
No in-app purchases









