Google Admin vs Swann Security
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Google Admin
Manage your Google Workspace and other Google services from your mobile device. Add and manage users and groups, access support, and review audit logs for your organization. Ideal for super admins on the go.
- User management
- Group management
- Password reset
- Audit log review
- Contact support
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Manage your organization’s Google Workspace account from anywhere. With the Google Admin app, you can add and manage users, reset passwords in seconds, organize group memberships, secure company devices, and review admin activity on the go. Who can use this app This app is available to administrators of Google Workspace (Business, Enterprise, Essentials, Education, Nonprofits, and Public Sector) and Cloud Identity. Key features • Quick actions and search: Start everyday tasks right from the Home screen and search across users, groups, and devices in one place. • User management: Add or edit users, reset and share temporary passwords, manage email aliases, and suspend, restore, or delete accounts. • Group management: View and edit groups, add or remove members, update member roles, and delete groups. • Device management: Review Android and iOS devices in your domain, approve or block access, and remotely wipe account data or devices. • Audit logs: Track recent admin actions and changes across your organization.
Swann Security
Manage your wired and wireless security systems from a single application. View live feeds from compatible Wi-Fi cameras and DVR/NVR series. Stay connected to your home or business security from anywhere.
- Unified control of security systems
- Seamless integration of wired and wireless solutions
- Live viewing of Wi-Fi cameras
- Compatibility with DVR and NVR series
- Remote access to security feeds
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With Swann Security, everything is controllable via this single app. Swann’s wired security systems, including all of our latest DVR and NVR series, now work seamlessly with wireless solutions such as Swann's new range of Indoor and Outdoor Wi-Fi security cameras. A list of products that work with this app can be found here: https://www.swann.com/us/apps Please note that other Swann CCTV and IP camera models will not work with this app. This page will be updated as new compatible products are released. Note: This app uses a data stream that will connect to your Swann system via 4G/5G or Wi-Fi. When using 4G/5G, the video from your Swann device may be considered "downloads" by your phone service provider and could contribute to any download limit your phone data plan may have. If you exceed any plan limits you may incur additional usage charges. Consult with your mobile service provider regarding the use of a video streaming app and how it may affect your plan. For assistance with this app, contact Swann Tech Support – tech@swann.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Swann Security at 4.7 against Google Admin's 1.7. Swann Security also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 8 months) and ratings volume (81K vs 524). Google Admin's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11). On price, ads 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. Swann Security sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Google Admin asks for nothing beyond the download.
Swann Security holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Swann Security has 81K ratings behind it against 524, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 11% of Google Admin's written reviews are positive against 26% of Swann Security's.
Google Admin ships an update every 8 months, Swann Security every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.
| Parameter | Google Admin | Swann Security |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.7 (524 ratings) | 4.7 (81K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 10.5% of reviews | 26.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 524 | 81K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | #128 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 50 MB | 143 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Google LLC | Swann Communications Pty Ltd |
Customer experience
Google Admin
Swann Security
User reviews
Google Admin
From 524 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- ⭐ Great tool for everyday use
- 👍 Working well on iOS 18.3.2
- 🙌 Nice app, handy for quick user changes
Room to improve
- 🤯 Crashes on iOS 18 launch
- 🤔 Very limited functionality
- 😞 Useless, does almost nothing
- 🙄 Glorified directory, no real admin features
Swann Security
From 81K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Easy installation
- 🔒 Good camera quality
- 👍 Reliable system when working
- 👍 Useful app features
Room to improve
- 🐛 Buggy and unstable app
- 🔍 Slow live view and playback
- 🔍 Frequent disconnections and offline issues
- 🔍 Poor motion detection and false alerts
- 🔋 Poor battery life on wireless cameras
Bugs and requests
Google Admin
Reported bugs
3 issues- Crashes on launch, even after reinstalls
- User status not showing correctly
- Sign-in loop, unable to log in
Requested features
3 requests- Add more admin features like the web version
- Allow managing devices, groups, and policies
- Improve UI and add more functionality
Swann Security
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes frequently
- Notifications not working as expected
- Inability to download/save recorded videos
- Inconsistent time/date stamps on recordings
Requested features
4 requests- Allow more camera and settings control from app
- Improve playback functionality and organization
- Add option to continuously record instead of motion-based
- Integrate with smart home platforms like Google/Alexa
In-app purchases
Google Admin
No in-app purchases
Swann Security
- Essential$1.991 Month
- Extra3 Months trial$4.991 Month
- ActiveResponse7 Days trial$4.991 Month
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- Unlimited3 Months trial$12.991 Month
- Pro7 Days trial$14.991 Month
- Pro Video7 Days trial$19.991 Month
- Extra3 Months trial$49.991 Year
- ActiveResponse$49.991 Year
- Unlimited3 Months trial$129.991 Year
- Pro7 Days trial$149.991 Year
- Pro Video7 Days trial$199.991 Year
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