Comparison

Network APIs vs SmartThings Pro Mobile

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

Head to head
About

Network APIs

This app provides a silent, background security layer for device sign-ins. It uses SIM-based network authentication to confirm your device automatically, eliminating the need for passwords or prompts for fast and secure access.

Highlights
  • Silent background security
  • Operator protected authentication
  • SIM-based network authentication
  • Automatic device detection
  • Fast and secure access
  • No passwords or prompts required
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This app adds a seamless extra layer of security by quietly confirming your device during sign‑in. It works in the background—no passwords, codes, or prompts—helping keep your access fast and secure. The mechanism uses operator protected, SIM based network authentication to automatically detect the customer device and ensure secure access.

About

SmartThings Pro Mobile

Features
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SmartThings Pro Mobile is an enterprise solution for B2B, and can only be used by users who have been granted access permissions by an administrator of a customer company. Experience a smarter workplace with SmartThings Pro Mobile. ■ Easy and Secure Access Enter your workplace quickly and securely using a QR code or facial recognition. ■ Room Reservations and Calendar Integration Reserve meeting rooms or seats and automatically sync bookings with your connected calendar. ■ Convenient Visitor Invitations Invite visitors with ease. Access QR codes are issued automatically, and parking registration can be completed in advance. ■ Instant Assistance Need help with your workspace? Submit requests and get assistance whenever you need it. ■ Smart Space Control Control lighting and temperature in your workspace, and check real-time restroom occupancy information. SmartThings Pro Mobile is available only to users who have been granted access by an administrator. Features are available only for invited spaces and authorized services. Some features may vary depending on the building, workspace, or operational policies.

Screenshots

Network APIs2 screens
SmartThings Pro Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: SmartThings Pro Mobile at every 5 weeks against Network APIs's every 3 months. SmartThings Pro Mobile also leads on iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.5). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Network APIs ships an update every 3 months, SmartThings Pro Mobile every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Network APIs versus SmartThings Pro Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNetwork APIsSmartThings Pro Mobile
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.516.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB74 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperAT&T Services, Inc.Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

Network APIs

No in-app purchases

None

SmartThings Pro Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Network APIs free?
Network APIs is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SmartThings Pro Mobile free?
SmartThings Pro Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Network APIs or SmartThings Pro Mobile have ads?
Neither Network APIs nor SmartThings Pro Mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Network APIs or SmartThings Pro Mobile?
Network APIs ships an update every 3 months, and SmartThings Pro Mobile every 5 weeks. Most recently, Network APIs was updated on November 3, 2026 and SmartThings Pro Mobile on November 11, 2026.

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