SHO vs Deployed
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SHO
This app assists firefighters in calculating water flow rates, pump discharge pressures, and nozzle reactions. It can be used with a Bluetooth flow meter or as a standalone calculator with established fire flow formulas. Educational videos on water flow are also included.
- Calculate fire hose flow rates
- Determine pump discharge pressures
- Calculate nozzle reaction
- Perform NFPA 1962 nozzle flow tests
- Standalone water flow calculator
- Water flow education videos
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The SHO-FLOW app is a dual featured application that can be used with or without a TFT SHO-FLOW® Bluetooth® flow meter. When used in conjunction with a SHO-FLOW, users can determine actual flow rates for fire hose lines and nozzles as well as calculate true Pump Discharge Pressures (PDP), Nozzle Reaction, and Hose Friction. In addition an NFPA 1962 nozzle flow test can be performed. As a stand-alone water flow calculator, many of these functions can be performed using established fire flow formulas. The app also includes water flow education videos and recommendations for target fire flows when using water or foam. The TFT SHO-FLOW flow meter is designed to quickly determine flow rates present in a fire hose line and wirelessly transmit the rate to a nearby smart device. Any firefighting, training, or testing operation that utilizes hose lines or nozzles is a potential application. Please read the manual before operation. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Task Force Tips, LLC is under license.
Deployed
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Wildland fire command at your fingertips. Manage strike teams, track crew deployments, coordinate resources, and lead from the field—with full offline support. About Deployed Deployed is the operational platform purpose-built for wildland firefighters. Strike Team Leaders, Engine Bosses, and Crew Members use it to eliminate email chains, radio gaps, and paper trails. One app. Full visibility. Mission-ready coordination. Core Features Incident Command & Strike Team Management Create incidents, assign apparatus and personnel, manage divisions and zones. Real-time GPS tracking shows exactly where your engines are. Color-coded zone overlays keep crews aware of fire perimeter, safety zones, and operational divisions. Offline maps ensure navigation without cell service. Complete Crew Management Track red cards, qualifications, certifications, and taskbooks. Automated notifications alert you before certifications expire. Monitor performance ratings and deployment history for every crew member. Operational Documentation Built-in ICS 214 activity logs, IAP management with QR codes, and checklists for daily operations. Full document storage with version control and access permissions. Resource & Logistics Submit and track resupply requests with approval workflows. Manage apparatus maintenance, personnel rotation scheduling, and automated swap notifications.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: SHO at 3 against Deployed's —. On price, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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.
| Parameter | SHO | Deployed |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (12 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 12 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | — |
| Requires iOS | 14.2 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 145 MB | 189 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Task Force Tips | Michael Schuneman |
In-app purchases
SHO
No in-app purchases
Deployed
No in-app purchases









