# BPAS University vs IFSTA Instructor 9

The clearest difference is rating: BPAS University at 4.5 against IFSTA Instructor 9's 3.2. BPAS University also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (2.4K vs 17). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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

BPAS University holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BPAS University has 2.4K ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 12% of BPAS University's written reviews are positive against 0% of IFSTA Instructor 9's.

## The numbers

| Metric | BPAS University | IFSTA Instructor 9 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bpas-university/id1529619220/reviews)** | [3.2 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ifsta-instructor-9/id1604765850/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.4K** | 17 |
| Positive reviews | **12.1% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 10 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 34 MB | 124 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Benefit Plans Administrative Services, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/727740261) | [IFSTA](https://appshunter.io/developer/495289396) |

## What reviewers say

### BPAS University

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bpas-university/id1529619220)

This app simplifies retirement and benefit planning with educational resources and tools. Access a virtual classroom, savings calculators, and risk assessment to optimize your financial future. Learn about investing, health savings accounts, and more to achieve financial security.

**Highlights:** Virtual classroom with educational multimedia, Savings calculators and planning guides, Social Security estimates, Risk tolerance assessment, Interactive financial planning quizzes, Investment research resources

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great information and easy to navigate
- 🚀 New version - a million times better!

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitchy
- 🐛 Continual Problems
- 🐛 Terrible
- 🐛 Very difficult
- 🐛 Freezes and doesn't allow searching

**Reported bugs**

- Constant login issues
- Pages won't load or go blank
- App crashes and freezes frequently

**Requested features**

- Facial recognition login
- Weekly transaction updates
- Better mobile optimization


### IFSTA Instructor 9

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ifsta-instructor-9/id1604765850)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Exam Prep | $14.99 | one-time |
| Audiobook | $30.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BPAS University free?

BPAS University 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, BPAS University or IFSTA Instructor 9?

BPAS University is rated higher. BPAS University averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2.4K ratings, while IFSTA Instructor 9 averages 3.2 from 17 ratings.

### Do BPAS University or IFSTA Instructor 9 have ads?

Neither BPAS University nor IFSTA Instructor 9 shows ads.

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