# myGov vs The Switch

The clearest difference is rating: The Switch at 5.0 against myGov's 2.5. The Switch also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 16.6). myGov's advantage is monetization model (free vs ad-supported) and ratings volume (19 vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

The Switch holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: myGov has 19 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and July 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | myGov | The Switch |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.5 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mygov/id938033081/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-switch/id6447742526/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **19** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 6.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 17 MB | 93 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **13.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Services Australia](https://appshunter.io/developer/499478465) | [COR Partners Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1590364465) |

## What reviewers say

### myGov

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mygov/id938033081)

Access Australian government services securely on your mobile device. Manage your inbox messages, access services quickly, and store digital cards and certificates in a digital wallet. Simplifies interactions with government agencies.

**Highlights:** Secure mobile sign-in, Manage inbox messages, Quick service access, Digital wallet for cards and certificates, Easy government interaction

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🔒 Secure login options
- 👍 Convenient access to government services
- 👍 Wallet integration for cards

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and access information
- ⏱️ Slow performance and loading times
- 🔒 Overly complex authentication process
- 🤔 Confusing user interface

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to log in or access services
- Inbox messages not loading or disappearing
- Compatibility issues with newer devices
- Inability to submit job applications or evidence
- Incorrect information displayed in app

**Requested features**

- Improve app stability and reliability
- Simplify login and authentication process
- Enhance user interface and navigation
- Add ability to print or download documents
- Improve integration with other government apps


### The Switch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-switch/id6447742526)

This app connects young renters with affordable, flexible, and private living spaces. It allows users to manage rent payments, access important documents, submit maintenance requests, and book common spaces for various activities.

**Highlights:** Rent payment access, Document management, Maintenance requests, Common space booking, Community features

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is myGov free?

myGov is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is The Switch free?

The Switch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, myGov or The Switch?

The Switch is rated higher. myGov averages 2.5 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while The Switch averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do myGov or The Switch have ads?

Neither myGov nor The Switch shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, myGov or The Switch?

myGov ships an update monthly, and The Switch monthly. Most recently, myGov was updated on September 24, 2026 and The Switch on July 22, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*