Document Expiry Reminder vs SmartShift
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Document Expiry Reminder
Never miss an important expiry date again. This app helps you track and manage expiration dates for essential documents like passports, visas, and licenses. It works entirely offline, keeping your information private and accessible with smart reminders and encrypted storage.
- Document expiry tracking
- Smart local notifications
- Encrypted storage (AES-256-GCM)
- Scan documents and attach PDFs/images
- On-device OCR for date extraction
- Encrypted backups
- Biometric app lock (Face ID/Touch ID)
- Export to CSV or PDF
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Never miss an important expiry date again. Document Expiry Reminder helps you track and manage expiration dates for essential documents such as passports, visas, residence permits, IDs, licenses, insurance papers, and certificates. The app is designed to work entirely offline, keeping your information private and always accessible. Key Features - Document expiry tracking Add documents and set expiry dates for passports, visas, IDs, driving licenses, insurance, contracts, and more. - Smart reminders Receive local notifications before documents expire, so you have time to renew without stress. All reminders are generated on your device. - Encrypted storage Documents and attachments are encrypted using AES-256-GCM. All encryption happens on your device. - Scan documents Use your iPhone camera to scan documents and attach images or PDFs for quick reference. - On-device text recognition Extract expiry dates using on-device OCR powered by Apple Vision. No cloud processing, no external servers. - Encrypted backups Create encrypted backup files that can be stored or shared securely without exposing your data. - Biometric app lock Protect your documents with Face ID or Touch ID authentication. - Export options Export document lists to CSV or generate PDF reports for record-keeping. - Fully offline The app works without an internet connection. No accounts, no sync, no servers. - Privacy-first design All data is stored locally on your device. Nothing is collected, tracked, or shared. - Clean Apple-native interface Designed using SwiftUI and Apple Human Interface Guidelines for a familiar, fast, and reliable experience. - Simple and focused No unnecessary features, no distractions, just a clear view of your documents and their expiry status. Why This App Is Different Many apps require accounts, cloud sync, or external servers. Document Expiry Reminder does not. Your documents stay on your device. The developer cannot access them. There is no analytics, no tracking, and no ads. This makes the app ideal for sensitive documents and users who value privacy and simplicity. Designed for iOS - Optimized for iPhone and iPad - Supports iOS 17 and later - Uses modern Apple frameworks for performance and reliability - Local notifications and on-device processing only Use Cases - Track passport and visa expiry - Manage residency permits and IDs - Monitor insurance and license renewals - Keep important certificates organized - Avoid last-minute renewals and penalties Privacy Commitment Document Expiry Reminder does not collect personal data. There are no accounts, no cloud sync, and no third-party services. All document attachments are encrypted using AES-256-GCM and stored locally. Learn more about Apple privacy standards: https://developer.apple.com/app-store/user-privacy-and-data-use Apple on-device processing and Vision framework: https://developer.apple.com/documentation/vision Apple local notifications framework: https://developer.apple.com/documentation/usernotifications Important Notes - Deleting the app removes all stored data - Notifications can be disabled at any time in iOS settings - Future features will respect the same privacy-first principles Support Contact: documentsexpiryreminder@gmail.com Privacy Policy & Terms: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585304445570
SmartShift
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If you work shifts, you know the hassle. What am I on next week, how many hours have I done this month, who can cover me on Saturday. SmartShift keeps it all in one place and does the maths for you. YOUR SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE Build your shifts with their own name, color, hours and breaks. Split shifts, overnight shifts that run past midnight, two shifts in one day: they all fit. See the full month, the week in detail, or the whole year when you plan your time off. STOP FILLING IN DAY BY DAY Set up your pattern once — four earlies, two lates, two off, whatever yours is — and apply it to any date range. The schedule fills itself in. Swapped at the last minute? One tap on the day and it is done. HOURS THAT COUNT THEMSELVES Monthly and yearly hours, always up to date. Breaks come off, split shifts add up, and shifts that end at 3am are counted properly. Flag which shift types are overtime and know exactly how much extra you have done before payday. YOUR TEAM, INSIDE THE APP Start a group with your coworkers or join one with a code. See who is working each day without asking. And when you need a swap, you request it in the app: they accept, and both schedules update. No endless group chats, no screenshots. HOLIDAYS AND TIME OFF Pick your country and region and public holidays show up in your calendar, local ones included. Keep track of your annual leave and see how many days you have left. WHEREVER YOU NEED IT Widgets to check your week or your month straight from the home screen. An alert before each shift, as far ahead as you want it. Export to your iPhone calendar or save the month as a PDF. Works with no signal: note anything down and it syncs once you are back online. START WITHOUT GIVING YOUR EMAIL You can use SmartShift without creating an account at all. Your shifts stay on your iPhone and nobody else sees them. If you later want to sync across devices or join a group, create the account then and everything comes with you. Available in English, Spanish, German, French, Turkish and Chinese.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SmartShift at none against Document Expiry Reminder's 2. Document Expiry Reminder's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Document Expiry Reminder sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. SmartShift asks for nothing beyond the download.
Document Expiry Reminder ships an update fortnightly, SmartShift every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Document Expiry Reminder | SmartShift |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 34 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MO NOUR | Lapisoft Projects SL |
In-app purchases
Document Expiry Reminder
- Premium Lifetime$39.99
- Document Expiry Reminder Family$69.99
SmartShift
No in-app purchases
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