--- title: "iOS14 Software Pricing, Alternatives & More 2026 | Capterra" description: "With the help of Capterra, learn about iOS14 Software - reviews, pricing plans, popular comparisons to other Operating Systems products and more." source_url: "https://www.capterra.com/p/228981/iOS14/" page_type: "product" language: "en" --- # iOS14 Software Review 2026: Features, Integrations, Pros & Cons Last updated on August 20, 2026 Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Description](#description)[Use cases](#use-cases)[Alternatives](#alternatives)[FAQs](#faqs)[Features](#features)[Pricing](#pricing)[Integrations](#integrations)[Support](#support)[Reviews](#reviews) iOS14 ## What is iOS14? iOS 14 is the updated operating system for iPhones with features such as home screen widgets,application libraries,and compact calling. ## What is iOS14 used for? [Operating Systems](https://www.capterra.com/operating-systems-software/) Overall rating Based on 53 user reviews Reviews sentiment Positive 94% Neutral 6% Negative 0% Contact vendor for pricing Free trial not available Includes Free Version Capterra Shortlist charts the highest-rated and most popular products... Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... Do you work for iOS14?[Manage this product listing](https://digitalmarkets.gartner.com/get-listed/claim-bx?url=https://www.apple.com&name=iOS14) ## Compare with a popular alternative Capterra selects software alternatives based on relevant features, verified user reviews and user interactions. Placement may be influenced by client status. ### iOS14 4.6 (53) VS. [### Windows 11](https://www.capterra.com/p/251507/Windows-11/) [4.4 (104)](https://www.capterra.com/p/251507/Windows-11/reviews/) Starting Price Contact vendor Starting Price Contact vendor Free Trial Free Version Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version Ease Of Use 4.8 (53) Ease Of Use 4.5 (104) Value For Money 4.8 (36) Value For Money 4.2 (84) Customer Service 4.7 (35) Customer Service 4.0 (75) ## iOS14 alternatives [Android 11](https://www.capterra.com/p/228982/Android-11/) [4.6 (123)](https://www.capterra.com/p/228982/Android-11/reviews/) Starting price Contact vendor for pricing Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 94% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/228982/Android-11/) [Ubuntu](https://www.capterra.com/p/229058/Ubuntu/) [4.7 (123)](https://www.capterra.com/p/229058/Ubuntu/reviews/) Starting price $225.00 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 99% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/229058/Ubuntu/) Highest Rated [MacOS Big Sur](https://www.capterra.com/p/228984/MacOS-Big-Sur/) [4.8 (59)](https://www.capterra.com/p/228984/MacOS-Big-Sur/reviews/) Starting price Contact vendor for pricing Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 97% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/228984/MacOS-Big-Sur/) [Red Hat Enterprise Linux](https://www.capterra.com/p/229025/Red-Hat-Enterprise-Linux/) [4.6 (27)](https://www.capterra.com/p/229025/Red-Hat-Enterprise-Linux/reviews/) Starting price $99.00 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 89% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/229025/Red-Hat-Enterprise-Linux/) [View all alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/228981/iOS14/alternatives/) ## FAQs about iOS14 Overview ### Which roles and teams benefit most from iOS14? iOS14 benefits business owners, executives, and administrators who need dependable mobile access for communication, scheduling, and everyday oversight. Professionals such as doctors, accountants, engineers, and consultants use it to manage client work, review information on the go, and stay productive, while creatives and marketers rely on it for content, messaging, and coordination. Answer based on 53 reviews Overview ### What company size and industries is iOS14 built for? iOS14 is built mainly for small businesses, which make up 64% of reviewers, with higher education leading industries at 8%. It also serves midsize businesses at 19% and enterprises at 17%, with construction and financial services each at 6%, primarily for operating system use. Answer based on 53 reviews Features and Usability ### What are the key features of iOS14? iOS14 includes core features like app management, system updates, and a redesigned user interface. Reviewers most often mention Home Screen customization with widgets and App Library, plus privacy controls such as microphone and camera access alerts. Other commonly cited additions include compact calls, improved Siri, and smoother FaceTime multitasking. Answer based on 19 reviews Integrations ### Which third-party tools and platforms does iOS14 integrate with? iOS14 integrates with iCloud, MacOS Big Sur, and Oracle Analytics Cloud. These connections cover Apple cloud storage and desktop continuity, plus analytics integration through Oracle Analytics Cloud, giving iOS14 compatibility with a small set of external platforms. Answer based on 9 reviews Security ### How does iOS14 handle data security and access control? iOS14 uses privacy alerts for microphone and camera access, privacy trackers, and app permission controls that let users see which apps track them and manage access more easily. Reviewers also highlight safe App Store apps and frequent security updates, though some warn that skipping iOS updates can put privacy at risk. Answer based on 10 reviews Features and Usability ### Is iOS14 easy to use and reliable? iOS14 offers a familiar, smooth mobile operating system that many Apple users find reliable and easy to learn. Everyday users, students, and people already in the Apple ecosystem often like the interface, security, and new features, while some mention app compatibility limits, closed system restrictions, battery drain, and slower performance. Answer based on 17 reviews Features and Usability ### What is the user experience like with iOS14? iOS14 feels fast, intuitive, and comfortable for daily phone use, with many users describing it as easy to navigate. General consumers and longtime iPhone owners often like the smooth interface, widgets, FaceTime quality, and cleaner call handling, though some mention reduced battery life or small adjustment periods after upgrading. Answer based on 14 reviews Features and Usability ### How customizable is the home screen in iOS14? iOS14 adds meaningful home screen customization through widgets, App Library, and cleaner app organization that many users welcome. Casual users and Apple fans often like faster access to apps, content previews, and less intrusive calls, though some want deeper personalization options and find the interface or settings harder to adjust at first. Answer based on 13 reviews Updates ### How good are the updates in iOS14? iOS14 delivers frequent updates that many users find useful, easy to install, and worth adopting. Longtime iPhone users, schools, and general consumers often like the steady improvements, new features, and security focus, though some mention slower performance after updating, persistent update prompts, and occasional connection issues. Answer based on 19 reviews ## Features AI summary Based on 940 Operating Systems reviews Capterra reviewers highlight these as the features buyers care about most when choosing operating systems: - **File Management** (**46%** of reviewers rated this feature as critical) - **Data Security** (**50%**) - **System Updates** (**48%**) iOS14 includes **File Management** and **System Updates**, giving users direct control over stored content and regular platform improvements over time. However, it does not offer **Data Security**. Instead, it provides other features that reviewers also consider important, including **User Interface** (**43%**), **Memory Management** (**42%**), and **App Management** (**36%**). These features help businesses maintain usability, manage device performance, and control application access, allowing teams to work more efficiently across mobile devices. File Management 4.6 (28) 67.86% of 28 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Create, save, and store files System Updates 4.7 (33) 63.64% of 33 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Automatically update to the latest version User Interface 4.6 (34) 64.71% of 34 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important A visual way of interacting with a computer using items such as windows, icons, and menus, used by most modern operating systems Memory Management 4.4 (29) 65.52% of 29 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Store and save retrievable data App Management 4.7 (29) 58.62% of 29 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Download applications that can be internally saved Resource Allocation 4.7 (23) 47.83% of 23 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Assign available resources to various projects and tasks iOS14 6 features ### All Features - App Management: Download applications that can be internally saved - File Management: Create, save, and store files - Memory Management: Store and save retrievable data - Resource Allocation: Assign available resources to various projects and tasks - System Updates: Automatically update to the latest version - User Interface: A visual way of interacting with a computer using items such as windows, icons, and menus, used by most modern operating systems --- Features 4.6 (53) 4.6 Based on 53 reviews ## Pricing Value for money 4.8 (36) Value for money 4.8 (36) 4.8 Based on 36 reviews ## Integrations [ Oracle Analytics Cloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/170920/Oracle-Analytics-Cloud/) ## Support, customer service and training options Customer Service 4.7 (35) Support - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat Training - In Person - Live Online - Webinars - Documentation - Videos Deployment - Web - Android - iPhone/iPad Typical users - Freelancers - Small businesses - Mid size businesses - Enterprises Customer Service 4.7 (35) 4.7 Based on 35 reviews ## User reviews Overall rating 4.6 Based on 53 reviews Filter by rating 5(37) 4(13) 3(3) 2(0) 1(0) Mentioned topic Sorted by most recent DB Dori B. Behavior Consultant Education Management ### "Speedy ios14" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 4.0 4.0 Likelihood to Recommend 7/10 February 4, 2025 It was recently installed as an upgrade to run my iPhone 11. Pros My computer processes information quickly and efficiently. Cons There isn’t anything I can think of that I don’t like. Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. MD Mike D. Owner Food & Beverages ### "Old IOS - UPGRADE NOW" 3.0 Overall Rating 3.0 3.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 3.0 3.0 Customer Service 0.0 0.0 Likelihood to Recommend 3/10 December 30, 2024 Pros The updated features to iOS in 2020 were awesome Cons The features aforementioned in the pros section are now outdated Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. RG Roberta G. Director Architecture & Planning ### "Ios 14 rewiev" 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 4.0 4.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 8/10 November 6, 2024 I like Ios 14, it was new thing at that time Pros New icons I think, more emojis and new ideas Cons There's not that much, maybe just some camera settings Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. ML Madison L. Business Development Manager Construction ### "Good update overall, some bugs" 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 4.0 4.0 Likelihood to Recommend 7/10 September 23, 2024 Overall, my experience has been good but I wish my iPhone was as fast as it used to be before updating Pros iOS 14 had some cool new features that I am glad they added to make using the phone easier Cons I feel like iOS 14 made my iPhone slower and run out of battery quicker Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. KA Karina A. Author Writing and Editing ### "The best operating system" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 3/10 June 15, 2024 Pros This is the most convenient system I've used. Everything is intuitive. High performance — nothing slows down while working on the phone and everything loads quickly Cons Perhaps I have nothing to say about the disadvantages of this system, for me there are none. Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. TA Tayeb A. Entrepreneur Fine Art ### "iOS reste le meilleur système d'exploitation" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 April 19, 2024 J'utilise iOS depuis la sortie du premier iPhone, la sécurité est un point sur lequel Apple ne fait pas beaucoup de compromis ce qui fait que le système est stable, les applications sur l'AppStore sont sûres. Je ne pense pas changer de système d'exploitation de sitôt. Pros Mise à jour fréquentes de sécurité mais aussi ajout de fonctionnalités Intégration avec l'écosystème Apple permet facilement la transition d'un appareil Apple à un autre. Cons J'aurai aimé que le doc sur iPhone permette d'ajouter plus de 4 applications et de faire coulisser les applications sur le dock. Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. MM Monica M. Owner Arts and Crafts ### "I stand behind Apple products 💜" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 April 19, 2024 I believe that Apple’s iOS keeps on getting BETTER AND BETTER! I’m in love with my Apple products and services! Pros HANDS DOWN APPLE HAVE THE BEST PRODUCTS EVER! I absolutely love my iPhone and iPad and have used Apple for years now! Previously being an Android user, in comparison Apple has five star products that offer the best security and privacy features! Cons The only problem would be with the music capabilities being limited to paying for what you want, verses other products that offer free downloadable music and apps. Switched from [Android Studio](https://www.capterra.com/p/246781/Android-Studio/) [Android 11](https://www.capterra.com/p/228982/Android-11/) Apple offers the best security and privacy security and services! I’ll never use anything other than Apple! Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. AN Anonymous User Sales Advisor Telecommunications ### "Semplicità e fluidità nel tuo iPhone " 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 0.0 0.0 Likelihood to Recommend 8/10 March 4, 2024 Ottimo sistema operativo, leggero, fluido, semplice ed è gran parte del motivo per cui una persona sceglie iPhone! Pros Grande fluidità di sistema, aggiornamenti costanti nel tempo Cons Scambio dati con bluetooth e USB con altri dispositivi macchinosa e poco pratica Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. LA Luis A. Lawyer Accounting ### "IOS 14 mas rapido que otros procesadores" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 9/10 January 3, 2024 increible y mas facil de usar que otros sofwares Pros Que actualizo la experiencia base del iphone a los widgets rediseñados para la pantalla de inicio. Cons que si no actualizas tu iOS puedes tener porblemas con tu seguridad que pone en peligro tu privacidad. Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. AC Andra C. Doctor Medical Practice ### "Simply great" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 0.0 0.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 December 8, 2023 Pros Very easy to use if you are familiar with apple products Cons The pricing is pretty high, but if you are an apple user you already know this Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. [View all Reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/228981/iOS14/reviews/) ## Top-rated software of 2026 ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox. Popular comparisons [Windows 11 vs iOS14](https://www.capterra.com/compare/228981-251507/iOS14-vs-Windows-11)