FMS Calculator vs Valor Sorter

An official U.S. Navy mobile application produced by the PMW 240 Program This mobile app calculates “what if” Final Multiple Scores (FMS) for E4 to E6 enlisted Sailors eligible for advancement to pay grades E5 to E7. This calculator gives Sailors a total score based on the input of individual FMS elements and provides helpful information for navigating the FMS parameters and elements. The FMS Calculator app also provides an FMS pie chart breakdown and a historical view by branch class, exam rate, and group, if applicable. In this release, E4 has been removed from the mobile app, as E4 advancement is no longer determined by FMS. This release includes the latest E5/6/7 FMS minimum cut scores. KEY FEATURES -- FMS Calculator: A simple single-screen display enables users to populate FMS elements with data representing individual accomplishments and other required data. The calculator features drop-down menus and value inputs that allow users to explore “what if” scenarios. -- FMS History: The FMS Calculator app features numerical and graphical views of “what if” FMS scenarios compared to historical FMS minimum cut scores. -- Personalization: The FMS Calculator mobile app is programmed to account for the different formulas used at each pay grade and gives users the ability to display maximum points that can be accumulated for each element. -- Policy/Guidance: The app includes links to specific policy in the Navy Advancement Manual, NEAS NAVADMINS, and helpful Navy-sponsored websites with FAQs and NEAS information. FMS Content Notice: Some information contained in the application may be out of date or no longer valid. This information is checked periodically for accuracy and updated as needed via the release of periodic FMS software updates.

Build, scan, organize, and preserve military ribbon racks with Valor Sorter—the military awards reference and rack-building companion for veterans, active-duty service members, reservists, military families, historians, and collectors. Whether you’re documenting a career of service, preparing a rack for review, preserving a loved one’s military history, or learning about awards and decorations, Valor Sorter brings the entire process together in one place. CAPTURE VALOR Turn a ribbon rack photo into a rack you can review, correct, and build. • Take a photo or choose an existing image from your library. • Select the service to focus recognition and apply the appropriate order of precedence. • Find individual ribbons within single- or multi-row rack assemblies. • Review suggested matches and correct anything uncertain. • Detect, confirm, and edit supported ribbon devices. • Check the rack’s order, then build and save the finished configuration. BUILD AND ARRANGE • Browse a curated database of ribbons and medals. • Search by award name, keyword, acronym, or precedence. • Add stars, numerals, oak leaf clusters, valor devices, and other supported attachments. • Sort ribbons using service-specific precedence. • Customize rack layout, spacing, alignment, and presentation. • Create polished rack previews with crisp ribbon and device artwork. VALOR VAULT • Save multiple ribbon racks and service histories. • Preserve personal, family, historical, and honorary racks. • Reopen saved racks for future review and updates. • Share complete Valor profiles for easy importing and preservation. BUILT FOR EVERY SERVICE Build racks for the U.S. Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard, and Space Force. Multi-Service support helps members and veterans represent awards earned across more than one branch in a single service history. LEARN AND STAY CONNECTED • Explore award details, history, and available reference links. • Receive optional reminders for service birthdays, Veterans Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Flag Day, and other military observances. • Use widgets to keep Valor close at hand. • Share ribbon artwork through the included iMessage sticker experience. PERFECT FOR • Veterans preserving their military legacy • Active-duty members preparing for inspections, ceremonies, and official events • Reservists and National Guard members maintaining award records • Military families creating meaningful keepsakes • Historians, collectors, and enthusiasts researching military decorations Recognition results are suggestions and should be reviewed against current service regulations. Valor Sorter is an independent application and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of Defense or any branch of the U.S. military. Capture Valor includes complimentary scans. Unlimited Capture Valor access and other premium features are available through the Full Feature Unlock. Honor the service. Preserve the history. Build with Valor Sorter.