Comparison

Brandeis Safe vs Nan

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

Head to head
About

Brandeis Safe

This app provides a suite of safety tools for users within the Brandeis University area. It offers emergency contact access, a panic button, location sharing, tip reporting, and virtual walk home assistance. Users can also access campus maps and emergency plans.

Highlights
  • Emergency Contacts
  • Panic Button / Mobile Bluelight
  • Friend Walk Location Sharing
  • Tip Reporting
  • Virtual WalkHome
  • Safety Toolbox
  • Campus Maps
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Brandeis Safe features include Emergency Contacts: Quickly access the right services for both emergency and non-emergency concerns within the Brandeis University area. Panic Button / Mobile Bluelight: Instantly send your real-time location to Brandeis Public Safety in case of a crisis. Friend Walk: Share your live location with a trusted friend via email or SMS. Once they accept your request, they can track your journey to ensure you reach your destination safely. Tip Reporting: Easily report safety and security concerns directly to Brandeis Public Safety through multiple convenient methods. Virtual WalkHome: Request campus security to monitor your walk across campus. If you feel unsafe, a dispatcher will track your journey until you safely arrive at your destination. Safety Toolbox: Access a collection of helpful safety tools within the app: Chat with Public Safety: Communicate directly and live with Brandeis Public Safety Dispatch. Notification History: Review past push notifications from the app, including dates and times. I'm OK!: Send your location and a pre-set "You're OK" message to a contact of your choice. Campus Maps: Navigate the campus with integrated maps. Emergency Plans: Access essential campus emergency documentation to prepare for various disasters or emergencies, even without Wi-Fi or cellular data. Support Resources: Find a centralized hub of support resources to help ensure a successful experience at Brandeis University. Safety Notifications: Receive immediate alerts and instructions from Brandeis Public Safety during on-campus emergencies. Download the Brandeis University safety app today to ensure you're prepared in the event of an emergency and to access these valuable safety resources.

About

Nan

Features
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Nan-e Care is the ultimate app for childcare providers who want to streamline communication with families. Easily send AI-generated daily reports, share updates on children’s activities, and keep parents in the loop with just a few taps. Whether you're managing a daycare or running a preschool, Nan-e Care helps you deliver peace of mind to parents and enhance the quality of your service. Start building stronger parent-provider connections today!

Screenshots

Brandeis Safe4 screens
Nan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Brandeis Safe at none against Nan's 3. Brandeis Safe also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support 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. Nan sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $75.00 per month. Brandeis Safe asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Brandeis Safe ships an update every 2 weeks, Nan every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Brandeis Safe versus Nan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBrandeis SafeNan
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB61 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperBrandeis UniversityOscar Mendez

In-app purchases

None

Brandeis Safe

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Nan

Subscriptions3
  • Nan-e Care Provider Plan (Monthly)1 Month trial$75.001 Month
  • Nan-e Care Provider Plan (6 Months)$419.996 Months
  • Nan-e Care Provider Plan (Yearly)$779.991 Year

Questions

Is Brandeis Safe free?
Brandeis Safe is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Nan free?
Nan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Brandeis Safe or Nan have ads?
Neither Brandeis Safe nor Nan shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Brandeis Safe or Nan?
Brandeis Safe ships an update every 2 weeks, and Nan every 2 months. Most recently, Brandeis Safe was updated on October 30, 2026 and Nan on October 28, 2026.

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