# 911 Dispatch — Live Police, Fire and EMS

> Live emergency service radio scanner with integrated maps and police codes. (iPhone/iPad app by Christopher Coudriet.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/911-dispatch/id597131756 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Christopher Coudriet](https://appshunter.io/developer/316500319)
- Category: News, Utilities
- Price: $4.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 710 App Store ratings · 38 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 18 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-02-08
- Data updated: 2026-09-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/911-dispatch/id597131756/reviews.md

## What is 911 Dispatch?

911 Dispatch puts live emergency radio in your pocket — police, fire, and EMS feeds from across the country, streamed directly to your device.
Tune into iconic feeds like NYPD, LAPD, Chicago Fire, and thousands more, all at a fraction of the cost of a traditional scanner. Whether you're a first responder, a curious listener, or just want to stay informed, 911 Dispatch makes it effortless.
FEATURES

Browse thousands of live emergency feeds from across the US
Save your favorite stations for instant one-tap access
Top 100 most-listened feeds, updated in real time
Near Me discovery — find feeds closest to your location
Integrated maps with pinch-to-zoom for location-aware browsing
Built-in police code reference so you always know what's happening
Full Bluetooth & AirPlay support — listen in your car or on the go
Background audio — keep scanning while using other apps
Auto-updating database, always stocked with the latest feeds
Fast, responsive customer support

Questions or issues? Email us and we'll have you sorted quickly.
911 Dispatch connects you to real, live emergency radio feeds. This app is not to be used to interfere with or impede law enforcement or emergency services personnel in the performance of their duties. Not all locations are available. Available feeds are subject to change. Crushed Box Software does not own or operate any of the available feeds.

## Key features

- Live emergency radio feeds
- Integrated location-aware maps
- Police code list
- Background audio support
- Save favorite stations
- Auto-updating database

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $4.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Near Me Scanner Feeds | $0.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #15 in Top Paid · News (US App Store)

## What do users think of 911 Dispatch?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 🌍 Access to multiple jurisdictions and locations
- 📱 Portable scanner functionality
- ✅ Accurate app description
- 🎧 Good for first responders and enthusiasts

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent freezing and lag issues
- ❌ Location support doesn't match advertised capabilities
- 💰 Paid app with limited features compared to free alternatives
- 📡 Unreliable feed connectivity and offline channels
- 🔍 Poor local station coverage
- 🎙️ Audio feed overlap and interference from other counties
- ⚠️ No refund policy despite non-functional product
- ⏱️ Outdated app requiring updates for compatibility
- 🚫 Misleading radioreference.com support claims

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App freezes when switching between stations
- Channels show as offline when they're actually online
- Locations not loading or appearing in search
- Connection failures and inability to connect to feeds
- App crashes and performance degradation
- Apple compatibility warning about app slowing down device
- Audio from unselected counties bleeding through

**Most requested features**

- Download scanner functionality for offline use
- MERCI stations for ambulance to hospital traffic
- Better filtering to prevent feed overlap
- Improved local station availability
- Regular app updates and maintenance

## Recent user reviews (10 of 38)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/911-dispatch/id597131756/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Fraud

*2026-07-22, version 3.6*

It doesn’t work at all

### 1/5 — Bad app

*2026-06-01, version 3.5*

Bought as part of bundle. Does not open.

### 1/5 — Not working

*2026-05-12, version 3.4*

Currently not working

### 1/5 — GARBAGE

*2025-03-23, version 3.4*

Your lucky I can’t give you a zero star rating this app is a joke I listen to my county fire end and police dispatch and I have to listen to another state and another county more than mine fix your app or get rid of it

### 1/5 — Locations listed in radioreference.com are NOT supported.

*2024-08-06, version 3.4*

App advertising promises support for a list of locations that it DOES NOT actually have access to.  Refund?

### 4/5 — Fun

*2024-02-18, version 3.0*

It’s fun to listen to the, but every time I pick a station to listen to then another it freezes

### 1/5 — WARNING: DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY!!!

*2024-02-09, version 3.0*

I couldn't even look at anything without purchasing it first. Way to go dude that created this. Great way to make money and screw people over. This app is uninformative of its channels, knows my location now and who knows what else trying to find my city in it was impossible. You pretty much just get the County and that's it. I'm going to try to get a refund. Oh wait, it says I can't get a refund. What a surprise! I hope I remember your name because I will never even look at any apps that you make. This app is terrible folks.

### 1/5 — Super laggy

*2023-12-19, version 3.0*

Old and super laggy app. I prefer the 5-0 Police Scanner that is regularly updated and simply works. Wish I’d saved my money and skipped this app.

### 5/5 — Enjoy it

*2022-06-02, version 3.0*

As a former LEO and 1st Responder and on disability it’s great to listen too as well as take it wherever I go and or travel! I was they get an app that actually lets you down load a scanner that helps you listen to all channels but for now this is great

### 1/5 — Stop my subscription

*2021-11-18, version 3.0*

Stop myPrescription to you 911 scanner

## Frequently asked questions about 911 Dispatch

### What does the 911 Dispatch app do?

This app allows you to listen to live radio frequencies from police, fire, and EMS services in various locations. It also features integrated maps to follow along with calls and a police code list to understand communications.

### What are the key features of 911 Dispatch?

Key features include listening to live emergency feeds, an integrated high-resolution map, a police code list, background audio support, the ability to save favorite stations, and an auto-updating database of feeds.

### Is 911 Dispatch free to use?

Yes, the application is available for free. There are no advertisements or in-app purchases mentioned in the provided description.

### What devices is 911 Dispatch compatible with?

The app supports stereo Bluetooth A2DP audio output, suggesting compatibility with devices that have Bluetooth connectivity. It also requires network connectivity to access the live feeds.

### How can I find supported locations for 911 Dispatch?

You can visit http://radioreference.com for a full list of supported locations. Please note that not all locations may be available, and availability is subject to change.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.0 — 2026-08-11

This update is all about feel. We've added haptic feedback throughout the app — every tap, swipe, and button press now responds with the right amount of physical feedback, making 911 Dispatch feel more responsive and native than ever.
We've also cleaned up the Favorites experience — stations now play instantly with no extra steps in the way.
Plus the usual under-the-hood fixes to keep things running smoothly.

### 3.6 — 2026-06-12

This update is all about feel. We've added haptic feedback throughout the app — every tap, swipe, and button press now responds with the right amount of physical feedback, making 911 Dispatch feel more responsive and native than ever.
We've also cleaned up the Favorites experience — stations now play instantly with no extra steps in the way.
Plus the usual under-the-hood fixes to keep things running smoothly.

### 3.5 — 2026-05-18

This update is all about feel. We've added haptic feedback throughout the app — every tap, swipe, and button press now responds with the right amount of physical feedback, making 911 Dispatch feel more responsive and native than ever.
We've also cleaned up the Favorites experience — stations now play instantly with no extra steps in the way.
Plus the usual under-the-hood fixes to keep things running smoothly.

### 3.4 — 2024-03-30

- Bug Fixes and Improvements

### 3.3 — 2024-03-28

- Bug Fixes and Improvements

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All apps by Christopher Coudriet: https://appshunter.io/developer/316500319

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-05.*