Smart911 vs Rx by APS
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Smart911
Enhance emergency preparedness by creating a Safety Profile to share vital household information with 9-1-1. Receive targeted emergency alerts for weather, traffic, and public safety events.
- Create Safety Profiles
- Share household information with 9-1-1
- Receive emergency alerts
- Customize notification types
- View medical and contact details
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Be better prepared for any emergency with Smart911. By signing up, you can share lifesaving information about your household with 9-1-1 and receive targeted emergency alerts. When you call 9-1-1, your Smart911 Safety Profile displays on the 9-1-1 screen. The 9-1-1 call takers can view your addresses, medical information, home information, pets and vehicles, and emergency contacts. You can provide as much or as little information as you like. This additional information enables 9-1-1 and first responders to send help fast. Smart911 can also keep you informed of weather, traffic, and other emergencies by sending emergency alerts from the National Weather Service and local public safety agencies. You can select the types of notifications you want and how you want to be notified. Smart911: Information worth sharing. Sign up today.
Rx by APS
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Rx by APS is a powerful mobile app designed to help you take control of your health and wellness. With personalized guidance, smart insights, and easy-to-use tools, it supports you in building healthier habits, tracking your progress, and improving your overall lifestyle. Whether you’re focused on fitness, nutrition, or mental well-being, Rx by APS is your personal companion on the journey to a better you.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Rx by APS at every 3 days against Smart911's every 4 months. Smart911's advantage is iOS requirement (16 vs 18.0). 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.
Smart911 ships an update every 4 months, Rx by APS every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Smart911 | Rx by APS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (6.6K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 37.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6.6K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 91 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Rave Mobile Safety | Oakmore Labs |
Bugs and requests
Smart911
Reported bugs
4 issues- Unable to confirm phone number and get verification code
- Keeps signing users out and unable to log back in
- Incorrect address formatting and inability to update location
- Delayed or missing emergency alerts and notifications
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to adjust pin location on map
- Option to select specific areas for alerts
- Improved notification settings and customization
- Support for apartment/building entry details
Rx by APS
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Smart911
No in-app purchases
Rx by APS
No in-app purchases
