# Smoke Reading vs IFSTA Driver/Operator 3

Smoke Reading and IFSTA Driver/Operator 3 both sit at 2.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 38% of IFSTA Driver/Operator 3's written reviews are positive against 0% of Smoke Reading's. IFSTA Driver/Operator 3 also leads on ratings volume (24 vs 5). Smoke Reading's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (8.1 vs 13.0). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. IFSTA Driver/Operator 3 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Smoke Reading asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 2.8 for Smoke Reading against 2.8 for IFSTA Driver/Operator 3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 24 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 0% of Smoke Reading's written reviews are positive against 38% of IFSTA Driver/Operator 3's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Smoke Reading | IFSTA Driver/Operator 3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smoke-reading/id1410850194/reviews) | [2.8 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ifsta-driveroperator-3/id6444622325/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **24** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **37.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 390 MB | 75 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.1** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [RedVector.com LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1256536185) | [IFSTA](https://appshunter.io/developer/495289396) |

## What reviewers say

### Smoke Reading

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smoke-reading/id1410850194)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### IFSTA Driver/Operator 3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ifsta-driveroperator-3/id6444622325)

This app supports driver and operator training for pumping and aerial fire apparatus. It offers flashcards for key terms and exam preparation questions. An audiobook version of the manual is also available for purchase.

**Highlights:** Pumping and aerial apparatus training, Flashcards for key terms, Exam preparation with progress tracking, Audiobook with offline access, Covers 20 chapters of the manual

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock All Exam Prep Chapters | $14.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Audiobooks | $32.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Smoke Reading free?

Smoke Reading is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is IFSTA Driver/Operator 3 free?

IFSTA Driver/Operator 3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Smoke Reading or IFSTA Driver/Operator 3?

Smoke Reading and IFSTA Driver/Operator 3 are both rated 2.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 5 and 24 ratings respectively.

### Do Smoke Reading or IFSTA Driver/Operator 3 have ads?

Neither Smoke Reading nor IFSTA Driver/Operator 3 shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*