Network APIs vs SmartThings Pro Mobile
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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.
SmartThings Pro Mobile
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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.
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
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.
| Parameter | Network APIs | SmartThings Pro Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | 16.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 74 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | AT&T Services, Inc. | Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. |
In-app purchases
Network APIs
No in-app purchases
SmartThings Pro Mobile
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Network APIs free?
Is SmartThings Pro Mobile free?
Do Network APIs or SmartThings Pro Mobile have ads?
Which is updated more often, Network APIs or SmartThings Pro Mobile?
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