OnGuard vs SafetyLine: lone worker app comparison
SafetyLine is a long-established Canadian lone worker provider. OnGuard Lone Worker is the newer Canadian option, built for teams that want to pilot it on real shifts and have monitoring run itself through geofences and automatic detection.
Side by side
| OnGuard Lone Worker | SafetyLine | |
|---|---|---|
| Based in | Calgary, Canada | Canada |
| Check-ins, panic alerts, escalation | Yes | Yes |
| How to try it | Free 30-day team pilot, 15 or more workers | Free trial |
| Pricing | Published in CAD | Listed per user |
What OnGuard includes
- Automatic fall and crash detection
- Idle (no motion) detection
- Geofences that start and stop monitoring at the work site
- Indoor location with Bluetooth beacons
- MDM mass deployment and single sign-on
- Optional 24/7 call centre monitoring
- Published pricing in CAD and a free 30-day team pilot
The core difference
OnGuard is built for fast setup. Push the app through MDM, let geofences start and stop monitoring, and run a free 30-day pilot with your own team.
Choose SafetyLine if
You want a long-established Canadian provider and your team already knows its workflow.
Choose OnGuard if
You want automation that removes manual starts and stops, and a free team pilot on your real shifts before you commit.
Simple to set up, easy to use
Push the app to company phones through your MDM, set your geofences and escalation contacts, and your team is protected the same day. Workers carry the phone they already have. No hardware to buy. Start with a free 30-day team pilot.
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Frequently asked questions
Is OnGuard a SafetyLine alternative?
Yes. Both are Canadian and phone-based.
Can we try OnGuard before we commit?
Yes. Apply for a free 30-day team pilot with 15 or more of your workers, including our Call Centre where available.
Pilot OnGuard with your team
Run OnGuard free for 30 days with 15 or more of your workers on real shifts, including our Call Centre where available.
Fewer than 15 lone workers? Talk to our team. Questions? Call 1-855-289-5892.