# Rescu – Saves Lives — The fastest way to get help. > Fastest emergency dispatch for police, fire, and medical services. (iPhone/iPad app by Alarm Relay.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rescu-saves-lives/id1168123174 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Alarm Relay](https://appshunter.io/developer/1137021226) - Category: Lifestyle, Utilities - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.40/5 from 65 App Store ratings · 41 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 14.0 · 157 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2017-11-08 - Data updated: 2026-07-19 - Monetization: subscription - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rescu-saves-lives/id1168123174/reviews.md ## What is Rescu? Rescu is the fastest, most reliable way to dispatch emergency services. Get help from fire, police, or EMTs in ONLY two taps–-no talking required. Rescu Prime's alert system is powered with GPS for quick medical help or safety assistance anywhere. 9-1-1 isn’t always as fast as you’d expect. And based on your needs or location, you might be rerouted or placed in a waiting queue. Rescu connects you directly to police, medical, or fire dispatch, so you can get the help you or family needs as fast as possible. Rescu also automatically messages your emergency contacts, keeping everyone aware and able to respond appropriately. Rescu Rescu is the easiest way to save a life: Set up your account • You can store up to four addresses for faster responses, especially if you have multiple properties. • Add an unlimited number of personal contacts to be notified in case of emergency. • Explain any pre-existing conditions or medical needs Get help in two taps • Select the service you need and destination address • Connect directly with Rescu’s 24/7 UL-Certified Monitoring Center • Speak with dispatch or respond via in-app messaging, if needed • Alert your emergency contacts automatically Take control of you and your family’s safety • Send emergency responders to your home or business to check on an alarm, from anywhere in the world. • Silently send for police when your camera detects an intruder. Be prepared for a family member’s health emergency • Request medical services for a loved one at the first sign of a health emergency—from anywhere in the world to anywhere in the U.S. • Quickly send for help when suffering from a stroke or other vocal impairment—without saying a word. • Send an ambulance, police, or fire to any of four pre-saved addresses. More security. More savings • Get the security and peace of mind of a fully monitored security system, at a fraction of the cost. • Connects you to a UL-Certified Dispatch Center, giving you potential savings on your home insurance. • Avoid bills for costly false alarms from police when your alarm is activated. • Rescu Prime offers a GPS feature for dispatch to locate your exact location at the most critical time so you can get a quick response anywhere you encounter an emergency. Rescu offers two subscription options to ensure you’re always prepared and have peace of mind. Rescu is available on a standard plan for $7 per month or get annual savings with an annual subscription for just $59 per year. Rescu Prime, which includes GPS-based dispatch for the fastest emergency response wherever you are, is only $10 per month. Save when you pay ahead on an annual subscription to Rescu Prime for just $99 per year. Rescu subscriptions auto renew either yearly or monthly, depending upon the subscription option selected. https://www.rescusaveslives.com/terms-and-conditions/ ## Key features - Two-tap emergency dispatch - No talking required - GPS-enabled location services - Automatic emergency contact alerts - Pre-saved addresses - Medical condition notes - UL-Certified monitoring center ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Rescu Prime | $59.99 | per year | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 41) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rescu-saves-lives/id1168123174/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Garbage *2025-12-19, version 3.6.1* It keeps logging me out, during my emergency it made me login to my account that I lost my password to and wanted me to reset. What is this mess??? I just called 911, ambulance showed up within minutes. This app is pointless, why pay money for something you get for free.. “Fastest way to dispatch” that’s funny. This actually adds an extra step to 911 and delays your signal. IF thy get your signal, they actually call the closest emergency dispatch. If you are to call 911, they send you the help directly. 911 didn’t have to call somewhere else to dispatch your alarm. ### 1/5 — Delays Response *2025-10-12, version 3.5.7* Although they’re telling you this is the “fastest” way to get help, that’s not correct. This process literally DELAYS the response, and it could cause you to receive the wrong help or help too late. I’ve been a 911 dispatcher for 15 years, and if you can use your phone, you need to contact 911, tell them your exact location and what’s going on; you can call or text in most areas now. The “unnecessary questions” are actually vital to YOUR well being because they determine the response plan (who comes), i.e., 3 police cars, 2 fire engines, 1 tanker, 3 ambulances, and a district chief vs 1 ambulance. Every year, medical directors, police, fire, and EMS personnel as well as private citizens in some areas review, revise, and perfect the standards and requirements for 911 procedures and questions to get the BEST and MOST APPROPRIATE help possible for callers (YOU). I’ve never worked for ANY public safety dispatch that doesn’t call the alarm customer directly after getting the alarm from the company, and a lot of alarm companies even wait to contact 911 until they have called or attempted contact with the customer. This company is NOT directly linked to public safety, so you push the buttons, a person or automated system reads and responds, and THEN still has to either call or send a message to 911 for help. If you’ve given no information, you may not get the correct response (too little or not enough); you could be taking resources from someone else who needed them while you only needed a single ambulance or a lift assist, or you could be trapped and hurt but only getting an ambulance and then still have to wait for fire to respond once EMS is with you. The lack of information also causes safety concerns for first responders, so you never just send the ambulance because it’s a blind situation; you can’t help anyone if you’re also in danger. I understand the desire for an app that does this, as I’ve been yelled at countless times to “just send them” and “stop asking stupid questions.” However, this app isn’t solving anything, just causing delays and possibly costing someone else their life due to resources being tied up for unknown situations. Just call or text 911 and answer the 3-8 questions to get you the best help because your 911 dispatcher also is trained to help you before EMS arrives, not an alarm company agent. JUST CONTACT 911 YOURSELF. ### 5/5 — Rescu is real *2023-10-13, version 3.5.1* I had to use Rescu for real today after my mom had difficulty breathing. The paramedics arrived quickly. Mom was treated at the hospital and released. Thank goodness it was nothing to serious. This app is amazing and I will use it as long as I am alive. ### 5/5 — Awesome *2022-05-17, version 3.3.8* Great app, definitely worth having just in case ### 5/5 — Best dispatch ever *2022-01-03, version 3.3.7* Never thought I would have to use this app but I’m so glad I had it this past weekend. On New Years Eve my husband and I were at a drive thru parking lot when an unknown man approached our vehicle and tried to access our car. He continued to aggressively screaming and throwing items around and trying to get is the car. I was so shaken up but I’m glad I remembered that I had Rescu. I opened the app and dispatched immediately to my current location and within seconds I had confirmation that help was on the way. I also received a chat message from the operator that help was on the way to my location and a couple of minutes later the operator called me to check on how I was doing. Jordan was very calming, caring and helpful. I’m extremely grateful of the entire Rescu team and for this app. ### 5/5 — It’s only California or all us please I’m want to know *2021-02-21, version 3.3.4* Please I’m want to know ### 5/5 — Rescu *2020-12-13, version 3.3.1* Very useful and easy to use I don’t need to call 911 and answer ridiculous questions for minutes long. It’s only two taps away. ### 5/5 — Best experience *2020-12-12* I had the greatest chance of meeting with director of Rescu IT, Dogukan. All of their planned features and updates have been released and it showed me how focused they are also serious about this app. They are legit and I love the app. I’m a disabled person and was being charged 60 dollars a month for a similar system. I’m paying the same amount annual. I really do appreciate this app. ### 5/5 — Can't go wrong with this app!! *2020-10-16, version 3.3.0* Not only useful for people with health problems but for anyone. Have a couple relatives using this app. This is awesome! ### 5/5 — Really impressed *2020-08-28, version 2.2.2* Downloaded this app two weeks ago as it was recommended by my friend and I’m honestly so happy that I did. This app is so simple to use and I now feel so safe in my home or when I’m away. Feels great to have security for my home without spending so much money ## Frequently asked questions about Rescu ### What does Rescu do? Rescu is an emergency dispatch application designed to connect users with police, fire, or medical services quickly and efficiently. It allows users to request help in just two taps, bypassing traditional call queues and directly connecting them to a UL-Certified Monitoring Center. ### How does Rescu ensure fast emergency response? Rescu offers a direct line to emergency dispatchers, eliminating wait times often associated with calling 9-1-1. The Rescu Prime subscription includes GPS-based dispatch, allowing responders to pinpoint your exact location for the fastest possible assistance. ### What are the subscription options and costs for Rescu? Rescu offers two subscription tiers: a standard plan at $7 per month or $59 annually, and Rescu Prime with GPS features at $10 per month or $99 annually. Subscriptions auto-renew monthly or yearly based on the selected plan. ### Can I set up multiple addresses and emergency contacts? Yes, you can store up to four addresses for faster response, which is useful if you have multiple properties. Additionally, you can add an unlimited number of personal contacts to be automatically notified in case of an emergency. ### What kind of emergencies can Rescu help with? Rescu can be used for a wide range of emergencies, including requesting police assistance, fire services, or medical help. It is particularly beneficial for situations where speaking is difficult, such as during a stroke, or for silently alerting authorities to an intruder. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.6.9 — 2026-04-29 New Features & Improvements: • Enhanced management capabilities • Improved user interface and navigation Technical Updates: • Performance optimizations • Bug fixes and stability improvements Security: • Enhanced data protection • Improved authentication flow ### 3.6.8 — 2026-04-09 New Features & Improvements: • Enhanced management capabilities • Improved user interface and navigation Technical Updates: • Performance optimizations • Bug fixes and stability improvements Security: • Enhanced data protection • Improved authentication flow ### 3.6.7 — 2026-03-05 New Features & Improvements: • Enhanced management capabilities • Improved user interface and navigation Technical Updates: • Performance optimizations • Bug fixes and stability improvements Security: • Enhanced data protection • Improved authentication flow ### 3.6.6 — 2026-02-01 New Features & Improvements: • Enhanced management capabilities • Improved user interface and navigation Technical Updates: • Performance optimizations • Bug fixes and stability improvements Security: • Enhanced data protection • Improved authentication flow ### 3.6.4 — 2026-01-15 New Features & Improvements: • Enhanced management capabilities • Improved user interface and navigation Technical Updates: • Performance optimizations • Bug fixes and stability improvements Security: • Enhanced data protection • Improved authentication flow ## Apps similar to Rescu | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Safety App for Silent Beacon](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/safety-app-for-silent-beacon/id933730960) | 3.7 (68) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Noonlight: Feel Protected 24/7](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/noonlight-feel-protected-247/id716262008) | 4.7 (16,580) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Bond - Personal Security](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bond-personal-security/id1439903736) | 4.8 (1,055) | Free | Lifestyle | | [SABRE Personal Safety](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sabre-personal-safety/id1492726591) | 4.7 (30) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Covert Alert](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/covert-alert/id980534294) | 4.8 (240) | Free | Lifestyle | | [bSafe - Never Walk Alone](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bsafe-never-walk-alone/id459709106) | 3.4 (206) | Free | Lifestyle | ## More apps by Alarm Relay - [Alarm Relay](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alarm-relay/id1137021227) - [Rescu Ops](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rescu-ops/id6463732296) All apps by Alarm Relay: https://appshunter.io/developer/1137021226 ## Related topics [senior safety](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/senior-safety) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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