Comparison

SafeGryphon vs DalSAFE

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

Head to head
About

SafeGryphon

This official university safety application provides students, faculty, and staff with enhanced campus security. It delivers critical safety alerts, offers direct access to emergency resources, and includes features like crime mapping and tip reporting.

Highlights
  • Emergency contact integration
  • Direct tip reporting to security
  • Safewalk escort service
  • Instant safety notifications
  • Campus crime mapping
  • Access to campus safety resources
Features
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SafeGryphon is the official safety app of University of Guelph. It is the only app that integrates with U of Guelph's safety and security systems. University of Guelph Police Department has worked to develop a unique app that provides students, faculty and staff with added safety on the university campus.  The app will send you important safety alerts and provide instant access to campus safety resources. SafeGryphon features include: - Emergency Contacts: Contact the correct services for the U of Guelph area in case of an emergency or a non-emergency concern - Tip Reporting: Multiple ways to report a safety/security concern directly to U of Guelph security. -Safewalk at Guelph: Get a safe and reliable escort after dark. - Safety notifications: Receive instant notifications and instructions from campus safety when on-campus emergencies occur. - Crime Mapping: View recent crimes that have occured on and near campus.   - And many more!    Download today and ensure that you’re prepared in the event of an emergency.

About

DalSAFE

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DalSAFE is the official safety app of Dalhousie University. It is the only app that integrates with Dalhousie University's safety and security systems. Security Services has worked to develop a unique app that provides students, faculty and staff with added safety on the Dalhousie University campus. The app will send you important safety alerts and provide instant access to campus safety resources. DalSAFE features include: - Emergency Contacts: Contact the correct services for the Dalhousie University area in case of an emergency or a non-emergency concern - Mobile Bluelight: Send your location to Security Services in real-time in case of a crisis. - Safety Toolbox: Enhance your safety with the set of tools provided in one convenient app. - In-App Tip Reporting: Report suspicious activity directly to Security Services. - Mental Health Toolkit: Mental Health resources available to students, faculty and staff. - DalSAFE SMS: Subscribe to DalSAFE’s integrated messaging service to receive SMS alerts. - Safety Tips: Safety tips offer practical advice and tools so that you’re prepared for unforeseen emergencies. - Lost and Found Report: Missing something? File a Lost and Found Report! - Tiger Patrol: Tiger Patrol is a free shuttle service available to all students, faculty and staff of Dalhousie University. Find more information within the app. - Campus Maps - Campus Map: Navigate around the Dalhousie University area. - Parking at Dal: Parking information for parking legally on University property. - Human Rights and Equity: Find Human Rights and Equity resources within the app, as well as an Respectful Workplace Toolkit, and how to respond to Sexualized Violence. - Health & Wellness: The Student Health & Wellness Centre is committed to providing certified quality primary and mental health care services to promote and enhance students’ health. You can find more information on the Student Health & Wellness Centre, and the Mental Health Mobile Crisis Team (MHMCT) within the app. - Critical Incident Response: It’s important to understand how to respond to a crisis incident on the Dalhousie Campuses. Find more information within the app. - Safety Notifications: Receive instant notifications and instructions from Dalhousie University safety when on-campus emergencies occur. - WorkAlone: Use the app to "check in" with you periodically while working alone or during late hours. If you don't respond, the app will alert Security Services. Download today to ensure you’re prepared in the event of an emergency.

Screenshots

SafeGryphon4 screens
DalSAFE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: DalSAFE at 13.0 against SafeGryphon's 15.6. 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

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

SafeGryphon ships an update every 9 months, DalSAFE every 15 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
SafeGryphon versus DalSAFE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSafeGryphonDalSAFE
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 months — betterEvery 15 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUniversity of GuelphDalhousie University

In-app purchases

None

SafeGryphon

No in-app purchases

None

DalSAFE

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SafeGryphon free?
SafeGryphon is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DalSAFE free?
DalSAFE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SafeGryphon or DalSAFE have ads?
Neither SafeGryphon nor DalSAFE shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SafeGryphon or DalSAFE?
SafeGryphon ships an update every 9 months, and DalSAFE every 15 months. Most recently, SafeGryphon was updated on September 22, 2026 and DalSAFE on September 17, 2026.

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