Comparison

ProofPing vs A Dead Mens Switch

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

Head to head
About

ProofPing

Features
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Someone's always got your back. Living alone is wonderful—until that quiet thought creeps in: "What if something happened and no one knew?" ProofPing is a simple daily check-in that gives you and your loved ones peace of mind. Each day, you'll get a friendly reminder. Tap once to let everyone know you're okay. If you don't respond, the people who care about you are automatically notified with your location and emergency information. No more daily "are you alive?" texts from Mom. No more worrying about Dad living alone at 75. Just a quick tap, and everyone breathes easier. HOW IT WORKS 1. Set your daily check-in time 2. Get a gentle reminder notification 3. Tap once to confirm you're okay 4. If you miss it, your circle is alerted It's that simple. We'll send escalating reminders before alerting anyone—because we know life gets busy. But if you truly don't respond, your emergency contacts receive an SMS and email with your last known location and any emergency info you've chosen to share. FEATURES • Daily Check-In — A single tap confirms you're safe. Build a streak and make safety a habit. • Circle of Trust — Add up to 5 emergency contacts who'll be notified if you don't check in. They don't need the app to receive alerts. • Emergency Vault — Store medical conditions, medications, allergies, doctor info, and home entry instructions. Only revealed when an alert is triggered. • Travel Mode — Exploring somewhere new? Increase your check-in frequency to every 6, 8, or 12 hours while you're away. • Circle Dashboard — Let loved ones see your check-in status anytime, so they can check on you without calling. • Smart Grace Periods — We detect if you're using your phone and send a gentle nudge before alerting anyone. Fewer false alarms, more peace of mind. • SMS & Email Alerts — Your contacts are reached instantly through multiple channels when it matters most. PERFECT FOR • People who live alone • Solo travelers and backpackers • Remote workers with no office check-in • Adult children of aging parents • Anyone who wants a simple safety net WHY PROOFPING? Unlike other "dead man's switch" apps with morbid branding and confusing interfaces, ProofPing is designed to feel warm and encouraging. Safety shouldn't feel scary. It should feel like someone's got your back. We built ProofPing because 37 million Americans live alone—the highest number in history. That's not a problem to solve. It's a lifestyle to support. Independence is beautiful. Having a safety net makes it even better. SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS Free — 1 contact, daily check-in, email alerts Plus — 3 contacts, SMS alerts, travel mode, custom windows Premium — 5 contacts, emergency vault, circle dashboard, smart grace Family — Cover up to 6 family members with all premium features Start with a 7-day free trial on any paid plan. YOUR PRIVACY MATTERS • Location is only shared when an alert is triggered • Vault information is encrypted and only revealed in emergencies • We never sell your data • Delete your account anytime and everything goes with it GET STARTED TODAY Download ProofPing and set up your first check-in in under 2 minutes. Add a contact, enable notifications, and sleep better knowing someone's always got your back. Questions? Reach us at support@proofping.app Terms of Use (EULA): https://proofping.app/terms

About

A Dead Mens Switch

This personal safety application automatically notifies your designated emergency contacts if you do not check in within a predetermined time frame. It offers customizable check-in intervals and secure login options for peace of mind.

Highlights
  • One-tap check-in
  • Customizable check-in intervals
  • Multiple emergency contacts
  • Customizable notification messages
  • Face ID / Touch ID login
  • Two-factor authentication
  • Reminder notifications
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Dead Men's Switch is a personal safety app that automatically alerts your emergency contacts if you fail to check in within your set time interval. HOW IT WORKS- • Set your check-in interval (1 hour to 7 days) • Add trusted emergency contacts • Check in regularly with one tap • If you miss a check-in, your contacts are automatically notified PERFECT FOR • People who live alone • Solo travelers and hikers • Remote workers • Anyone who wants peace of mind • International KEY FEATURES • Simple one-tap check-in • Customizable check-in intervals • Multiple emergency contacts • Custom notification messages • Face ID / Touch ID login • Two-factor authentication • Reminder notifications before deadline • Check-in streak tracking PRIVACY FIRST Your data is secure. We only collect what's necessary to keep you safe. Read our privacy policy for details. Stay safe. Stay connected. Check in.

Screenshots

ProofPing4 screens
A Dead Mens Switch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: A Dead Mens Switch at none against ProofPing's 6. ProofPing's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads 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. ProofPing sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. A Dead Mens Switch asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ProofPing ships an update every 4 days, A Dead Mens Switch every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ProofPing versus A Dead Mens Switch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProofPingA Dead Mens Switch
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—5 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBRETT SHERWYN WATERSONWellington Mukahiwa

In-app purchases

6 purchases

ProofPing

Subscriptions6
  • ProofPing Plus (Monthly)7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • ProofPing Premium (Monthly)7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • ProofPing Family (Monthly)7 Days trial$7.991 Month
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  • ProofPing Plus (Annual)7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • ProofPing Premium (Annual)7 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • ProofPing Family (Annual)7 Days trial$79.991 Year
None

A Dead Mens Switch

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ProofPing free?
ProofPing is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is A Dead Mens Switch free?
A Dead Mens Switch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ProofPing or A Dead Mens Switch have ads?
Neither ProofPing nor A Dead Mens Switch shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ProofPing or A Dead Mens Switch?
ProofPing ships an update every 4 days, and A Dead Mens Switch every 3 weeks. Most recently, ProofPing was updated on November 5, 2026 and A Dead Mens Switch on November 5, 2026.

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