Comparison

Smoke Reading vs IFSTA Instructor 9

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Smoke Reading

This VR simulation guides firefighters through interior attack tactics. It's designed to be followed by a discussion with command staff about specific departmental procedures and terminology.

Highlights
  • VR interior attack simulation
  • Step-by-step guidance
  • Tactical decision-making
  • Post-simulation discussion prompts
  • Safety protocol reminders
Features
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This VR experience is intended to guide you through a sequence of steps for initiating (or not initiating) an interior attack. Immediately following this interactive experience, consult with your chain of command to discuss those tactics, specific terminology, processes, and/or other nuisances specific to your department and your Standard Operating Procedures and Guidelines. NOTE: All firefighters should wear their full protective ensemble whenever they are in or near an IDLH atmosphere.

About

IFSTA Instructor 9

This app provides instructor training for fire and emergency services professionals, aligning with NFPA 1041 standards. It includes free flashcards and access to the first chapter of the audiobook and exam prep, with full access available via in-app purchases.

Highlights
  • NFPA 1041 compliant instructor training
  • Flashcards for key terms and definitions
  • Exam preparation with 565 validated questions
  • Progress tracking for study sessions
  • Full audiobook narration with offline access
  • Chapter 1 free access for all features
Features
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The Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, 9th Edition, Companion App is THE IFSTAⓇ source for instructor training. A safe and effective fire service must have capable instructors delivering effective training, and this App is that training at your fingertips. The text includes all NFPA 1041, Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications, (2019) Levels I, II, and III JPRs. Included FREE in this App is Flashcards and Chapter 1 of the Audiobook and Exam Prep. Flashcards: Review all 134 key terms and definitions found in all 18 chapters of the Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, 9th Edition, Manual with Flashcards. This feature is FREE for all users. Exam Prep: Use the 565 IFSTAⓇ-validated Exam Prep questions to confirm your understanding of the content in the Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, 9th Edition, Manual. The Exam Prep covers all 18 chapters of the Manual. Exam Prep tracks and records your progress, allowing you to review your exams and study your weaknesses. In addition, your missed questions are automatically added to your study deck. This feature requires an in-app purchase. All users have free access to Chapter 1. Audiobook: Purchase the Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, 9th Edition, Audiobook through the app. All 18 chapters are narrated in their entirety for 11 hours of content. Features include offline access, bookmarks, and the ability to listen at your own speed. All users have free access to Chapter 1. This App covers the following topics: 1. The Instructor as a Professional 2. Principles of Learning 3. Instructional Planning 4. Instructional Materials and Equipment 5. Learning Environment 6. Classroom Instruction 7. Student Interaction 8. Skills-Based Training Beyond the Classroom 9. Testing and Evaluation 10. Records, Reports, and Scheduling 11. Lesson Plan Development 12. Training Evolution Supervision 13. Test Item Construction 14. Supervisory and Administrative Duties 15. Instructor and Class Evaluations 16. Course and Curriculum Development 17. Training Program Evaluation 18. Training Program Administration

Screenshots

Smoke Reading3 screens
IFSTA Instructor 94 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Smoke Reading at none against IFSTA Instructor 9's 2. Smoke Reading also leads on iOS requirement (8.1 vs 13.0). IFSTA Instructor 9's advantage is rating (3.2 vs 2.8) and ratings volume (17 vs 5). On price, review sentiment, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. IFSTA Instructor 9 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Smoke Reading asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

IFSTA Instructor 9 holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 2.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 17 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Smoke Reading versus IFSTA Instructor 9: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmoke ReadingIFSTA Instructor 9
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (5 ratings)3.2 (17 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings517 — better
Update frequency—Every 10 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.1 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size390 MB124 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRedVector.com LLCIFSTA

Customer experience

Smoke Reading

All ratings5 ratings
Positive40.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative60.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

IFSTA Instructor 9

All ratings17 ratings
Positive58.8%
Neutral5.9%
Negative35.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Smoke Reading

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

IFSTA Instructor 9

One-time2
  • Exam Prep$14.99
  • Audiobook$30.99

Questions

Is Smoke Reading free?
Smoke Reading is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is IFSTA Instructor 9 free?
IFSTA Instructor 9 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Smoke Reading or IFSTA Instructor 9?
IFSTA Instructor 9 is rated higher. Smoke Reading averages 2.8 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while IFSTA Instructor 9 averages 3.2 from 17 ratings.
Do Smoke Reading or IFSTA Instructor 9 have ads?
Neither Smoke Reading nor IFSTA Instructor 9 shows ads.

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