Jamf Self Service+ vs pcBells
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Jamf Self Service+
Easily access and install organization-approved apps, books, and updates for your iOS or iPadOS device. This app streamlines device management, allowing you to stay productive and self-sufficient without contacting IT.
- Install apps
- Install books
- Update device configurations
- Receive notifications
- Browse trusted organizational resources
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Jamf Self Service+ empowers you to be more productive, self-sufficient, and secure on your iOS and iPadOS devices. Get the apps and resources you need, when you need them. Browse a catalog of apps approved by your organization, install what you need to stay productive, and keep everything up to date—all without waiting for IT. Self Service+ also helps you stay secure by giving you visibility and notifying you about your network security status, risky apps, and required updates in real-time. Key capabilities: * Network security monitoring and threat alerts * Risky app detection and device security visibility * App catalog with organization-approved apps and books * One-tap installation and real-time updates * Important notifications in one central location Requirements: * iOS 17 or later, iPadOS 17 or later * Your device must be set up by your organization using Jamf Pro
pcBells
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This app communicates with our pcBells Master Clock Controllers via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) to allow setting the time, hands position, Westminster and Chimes periods, and clock type (Synchronous or A/B pulsed). Also, our revolutionary AccuSet one click technology sets the time on the post or tower clock in one click from your mobile phone.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Jamf Self Service+ at every 2 months against pcBells's every 8 months. pcBells's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). 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.
Jamf Self Service+ ships an update every 2 months, pcBells every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Jamf Self Service+ | pcBells |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (276 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 75.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 276 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 8 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 40 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | JAMF Software | Jeffrey Berezin |
Bugs and requests
Jamf Self Service+
Reported bugs
3 issues- Login/sign-in problems
- App getting stuck on certain screens
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
Requested features
3 requests- Improved user interface and organization
- Ability to brand the app icon
- Better integration with web links and resources
pcBells
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Jamf Self Service+
No in-app purchases
pcBells
No in-app purchases









