Comparison

CSUN SAFE vs Corsair Alert

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

Head to head
About

CSUN SAFE

This official campus safety application provides students, faculty, and staff with critical safety alerts and direct access to campus security resources. Features include real-time location sharing with friends or campus security, anonymous tip reporting, and offline access to emergency procedures.

Highlights
  • Real-time location sharing with friends
  • Direct emergency contact with campus security
  • Anonymous safety concern reporting
  • Offline access to emergency procedures
  • Campus navigation maps
  • Safety notifications and instructions
Features
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CSUN SAFE is the official safety app of California State University, Northridge. It is the only app that integrates with CSUN's safety and security systems. CSUN Department of Police Services has worked to develop a unique app that provides students, faculty and staff with added safety on the CSUN campus. The app will send you important safety alerts and provide instant access to campus safety resources. CSUN SAFE features include: - Friend Walk: Send your location to a friend through email or SMS on your device. Once the friend accepts the Friend Walk request, the user picks their destination and their friend tracks their location in real time; they can keep an eye on them to make sure they make it safely to their destination. - Mobile BlueLight: Send your location to CSUN security in real-time in case of a crisis - Tip Reporting: Multiple ways to report a safety/security concern directly to CSUN security. - Campus Maps: Navigate around the CSUN area. - Emergency Procedures: Campus emergency documentation that can prepare you for disasters or emergencies. This can be accessed even when users aren’t connected to Wi-Fi or cellular data. - Support Resources: Access support resources in one convenient app to enjoy a successful experience at CSUN. - Safety Notifications: Receive instant notifications and instructions from CSUN safety when on-campus emergencies occur. Download today to ensure you’re prepared in the event of an emergency.

About

Corsair Alert

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Corsair Alert is the official campus safety app for Santa Monica College. Developed in partnership with the SMC Police Department, Corsair Alert connects you directly to campus safety services, keeps you informed with real-time emergency alerts, and provides powerful tools to help you stay safe and connected on and around campus. Key Features: · Emergency Contacts - Quickly access emergency and non-emergency contacts for SMC and the surrounding area. · Police Call Box - Send your real-time location directly to SMC Police in case of a crisis. · Friend Walk - Share your location with a trusted friend and let them monitor your journey in real time to ensure you arrive safely. · Tip Reporting - Report suspicious behavior or safety concerns to SMC Police. · Walk with SMCPD - Let SMC Police monitor your route if you're walking alone and feel unsafe. · Safety Toolbox - Includes: • Live chat with campus police • “I’m OK!” check-in notifications • Campus maps • Notification history · Emergency Plans - Access campus emergency procedures even without Wi-Fi or cellular data. · Support Resources - One-tap access to campus and wellness support services. · Safety Notifications - Get instant alerts and real-time safety instructions during emergencies. Why Corsair Alert? Corsair Alert is your direct connection to SMC safety. Whether you're walking to class, studying late, or just want peace of mind, this app is designed to keep you safe, informed, and prepared. Download Corsair Alert today—stay safe, stay informed, stay connected.

Screenshots

CSUN SAFE4 screens
Corsair Alert4 screens

Verdict

The call

CSUN SAFE and Corsair Alert are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
CSUN SAFE versus Corsair Alert: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCSUN SAFECorsair Alert
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Every 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.6
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCalifornia State University, NorthridgeSanta Monica Community College District

In-app purchases

None

CSUN SAFE

No in-app purchases

None

Corsair Alert

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CSUN SAFE free?
CSUN SAFE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Corsair Alert free?
Corsair Alert is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CSUN SAFE or Corsair Alert have ads?
Neither CSUN SAFE nor Corsair Alert shows ads.

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