# Dial vs 911 Operator

The clearest difference is price: Dial at Free against 911 Operator's $4.99. 911 Operator's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 3.3) and update cadence (every 11 days vs every 4 months). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Dial is free to download; 911 Operator costs $4.99 up front. Dial sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and 911 Operator sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

911 Operator holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 911 Operator has 1.6K ratings behind it against 23, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of Dial's written reviews are positive against 55% of 911 Operator's.

Dial ships an update every 4 months, 911 Operator every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dial | 911 Operator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $4.99 |
| Rating | [3.3 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dial-911-simulator/id1125820665/reviews) | **[4.5 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/911-operator/id1199822686/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 23 | **1.6K** |
| Positive reviews | 42.5% of reviews | **55.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#162** |
| Size | 125 MB | 269 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Andrew Shelton](https://appshunter.io/developer/1776007412) | [Games Operators S.A.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1404382903) |

## What reviewers say

### Dial

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dial-911-simulator/id1125820665)

Experience the role of a 911 dispatcher, responding to emergencies by dispatching the correct emergency vehicles. Upgrade your station, recruit more staff, and acquire new vehicles to tackle increasingly challenging missions and grow your player level.

**Highlights:** Simulate 911 dispatcher role, Dispatch emergency vehicles, Upgrade station and buildings, Recruit more staff, Acquire new vehicles, Earn money and experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| double missions for 1h | $0.99 | one-time |
| double mission, experience and coin for 1h | $1.99 | one-time |
| 100 notes | $1.99 | one-time |
| double mission, experience and coin for 3h | $4.99 | one-time |
| 500 notes | $7.99 | one-time |
| double mission, experience and coin for 24h | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1000 notes | $14.99 | one-time |
| 2500 notes | $34.99 | one-time |
| 5000 notes | $59.99 | one-time |
| 10000 notes | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive and fun
- 🚒 Realistic emergency response simulation
- 👍 Great for first responder enthusiasts
- 🌐 Ability to choose any location

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- ⏱️ Slow progression and long wait times
- 🤖 Lack of clear instructions and tutorials
- 🗺️ Unrealistic map and vehicle speeds

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to start missions or receive calls
- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Map not loading properly or zooming incorrectly
- In-app purchases not working as intended

**Requested features**

- Customizable response radius and station locations
- Ability to assign personnel to specific vehicles
- More varied call types and emergency scenarios
- Faster vehicle speeds and response times
- Improved alliance and multiplayer functionality


### 911 Operator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/911-operator/id1199822686)

**Currently charting:** #162 Top Paid · Strategy, #183 Top Paid · Simulation (US App Store)

Respond to emergency calls as a dispatcher, providing aid and coordinating police, fire, and medical units. Navigate diverse scenarios and manage resources to save lives in cities worldwide.

**Highlights:** Respond to emergency calls, Dispatch police, fire, and paramedics, Provide first aid instructions, Play on real-world city maps, Manage emergency units and vehicles, Experience over 50 recorded dialogues

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| First Response | $0.99 | one-time |
| Special Resources | $2.99 | one-time |
| Every Life Matters | $3.99 | one-time |
| Search And Rescue DLC | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Realistic and engaging gameplay
- 👍 Ability to play in own city
- 👍 Detailed 911 calls
- 👍 Challenging and addictive

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🔧 Difficult to control units
- 🔧 Repetitive call scenarios
- 🔧 Unoptimized for newer iPhone screens

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to delete teams
- Stuck on earthquake level after completion
- DLC purchases not working properly
- Frequent crashes and freezes

**Requested features**

- Sandbox mode with unlimited money
- More unique emergency scenarios
- Ability to customize dispatcher voice
- Support for additional emergency services (SWAT, military, etc.)
- Improved map navigation and unit management


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dial free?

Dial is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is 911 Operator free?

911 Operator costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Dial or 911 Operator?

911 Operator is rated higher. Dial averages 3.3 out of 5 from 23 ratings, while 911 Operator averages 4.5 from 1.6K ratings.

### Do Dial or 911 Operator have ads?

Neither Dial nor 911 Operator shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Dial or 911 Operator?

Dial ships an update every 4 months, and 911 Operator every 11 days. Most recently, Dial was updated on September 14, 2026 and 911 Operator on September 26, 2026.

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