911sms vs Private911.App
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
911sms
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911-sms is the fastest and easiest way to call 911. 911-sms will revolutionize the way people call or text their 911 call centers. No more dialing numbers, just a click of a button and our program will auto-dial 911 for you, saving time and possibly your life. In addition, we have included a new button called 911sms™ When a medical emergency occurs, it is essential to reach a 911 operator as quickly as possible. During an emergency every minute can be the difference in life or death, especially for an elderly person living alone, or a child with special needs. 911sms™ allows you the option of clicking the Yes button to be immediately connected to the 911 call center, or you can click the 911sms™ button. This will allow you the ability to send your name, age, mobile number, medical history and [GPS location] –as a sms text message. 911sms™ — World's Fastest 911 Dialing Mobile App. Designed Specifically for Elderly People and children with special needs — (Optional) Send your medical history and information as a SMS text message to the 911 operator * if supported Including: * SMS notification to your emergency contacts with —Date-time-stamp and GPS location * Easy input of Medical History information Add, Edit, View * List serious medical condition —like being Diabetic * Emergency medical history can be forwarded from the 911 operators, to first responders, a paramedic, ambulance or hospital prior to arrival * when supported Why is this important to you and your family? All doctors agree that everyone should carry your emergency medical history with you at all times. This is especially true for the elderly and people with serious medical conditions. For this reason, we have created a simple and secure way for you to carry and make available, to a medical professional: your medical history, emergency contacts that are saved in your mobile phone. When the E911 service is fully implemented you will have two options, 1) To click the 'Yes' emergency button which will auto-dial to the 911 operator (voice). Or 2) Click the 911sms™ button, that will allow you the ability to send your name, age, mobile number, emergency contacts, medical history and [GPS location] –as a SMS text message. Important !! All medical history data is at your discretion… this is a totally opt in solution. You can enter as much information, or as little as you wish. None of your medical history is saved in a database or the cloud….only in your mobile phone. Only you, with a password, can add, edit or view any of the information saved in your 911sms™ mobile app. We do not store or have access to any of the information that you save, including your password. · LifeGuard Global Inc. does not claim, warrant or guarantee that all features contained in our mobile app will work, in your mobile phone or is supported by your service provider. We claim no responsibility, liability, injury or death in this matter.
Private911.App
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What is Private911.app? Is US and Mexican based company to help Americans, Canadians and all people traveling outside their home country in Mexico during an emergency situation. How does it work? Is an emergency application for your smart phone which will allow tourists, ex-pats or anyone traveling in the popular vacation areas of México an App for emergency ambulance services to the nearest participating certified hospital with GPS locator of where the accident is located with the push of a button. Who delivers the service? The App will notify the nearest Hospital with immediate GPS location of where the accident or medical emergency for the ambulance service and we will follow up your situation until the medical services arrive there and your emergency contact is notified of the incident We have a 24/7 customer service support team through our website support, WhatsApp, email or telephone support team. The App will also have a map location of all participating hospitals in the area of their travels forself assurance. By letting Private911.app be your guide while traveling , you can relax and enjoy your stay, knowing that you are covered for any eventuality.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Private911.App at every 3 weeks against 911sms's every 11 months. Private911.App also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
911sms ships an update every 11 months, Private911.App every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | 911sms | Private911.App |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | LifeGuard Global Inc. | PRIVATE911APP LLC |
In-app purchases
911sms
No in-app purchases
Private911.App
No in-app purchases








