SimpleMDM vs Hover Buzz
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SimpleMDM
This app provides location tracking and administrator messaging for devices managed by its web-based counterpart. It configures automatically upon installation from the web interface. Be aware that continuous GPS usage can significantly impact battery life.
- Location tracking for managed devices
- Administrator messaging capabilities
- Automatic configuration via web interface
- iOS device support
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The SimpleMDM iOS app adds location tracking, administrator messaging, and optional device compliance registration to devices managed by SimpleMDM. The SimpleMDM app is configured automatically when installed from the SimpleMDM web interface. Note: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.
Hover Buzz
This app provides a seamless communication experience, allowing you to make and receive calls from your mobile device or computer. It offers features like call parking, transfers, and conference calls, along with contact management and text messaging capabilities for subscribed users.
- Make and receive calls
- Call parking and transfers
- Conference calls
- Contact list management
- Send and receive text messages
- Desktop access via web
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Buzz offers you the power to make and receive calls effortlessly, providing a seamless communication experience no matter where you are! Buzz is a remarkable addition to your toolkit, and what's even better? It comes bundled with an extension at no extra cost! With Buzz, you'll enjoy all the functionality of your desk phone on your device. Buzz empowers you to make and receive calls seamlessly from both your cell phone and computer, mirroring the experience of being at your desk phone. Enjoy the convenience of call parking, call transfers, conference calls, and much more. Plus, you have the ability to manage a comprehensive contacts list tailored to your user profile, as well as system-wide contacts. For those who have subscribed to the Hover Networks Text messaging service, there's an added bonus in store! With Buzz, you can enjoy the convenience of sending and receiving text messages directly, streamlining communication and enhancing efficiency. You can also use Buzz on your computer simply by visiting https://pbx.hovernetworks.net/buzz/!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: Hover Buzz at 4 against SimpleMDM's 2. Hover Buzz also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.
SimpleMDM ships an update every 2 months, Hover Buzz every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SimpleMDM | Hover Buzz |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.0 (4 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | — | 4 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 13.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 51 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | White Room Projects | HOVER NETWORKS, INC. |
Customer experience
SimpleMDM
Hover Buzz
In-app purchases
SimpleMDM
No in-app purchases
Hover Buzz
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is SimpleMDM free?
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Do SimpleMDM or Hover Buzz have ads?
Which is updated more often, SimpleMDM or Hover Buzz?
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