Comparison

IFSTA Instructor 9 vs NFPA Wildfire Risk Simulator

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

Head to head
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

About

NFPA Wildfire Risk Simulator

Simulate wildfire risks to your home or business. Input details about your structure and environment to see how it withstands a simulated wildfire and learn how to reduce your risk.

Highlights
  • Wildfire risk simulation
  • Home and business protection assessment
  • Risk reduction guidance
  • Customizable structure and environment details
  • Interactive wildfire approach visualization
Features
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See how well your home or business is protected against wildfire and learn steps you can take to help reduce your risk. Select the environment, structure, roof, siding, and other details that most closely match your own, then watch as a simulated wildfire approaches. Will your structure survive? DISCLAIMER: The sole purpose of this simulation tool (“tool”) is to circulate information about some ways to help reduce wildfire risk. The tool cannot account for all factors that affect wildfire risk and anyone using this tool should rely on his or her own independent judgment or, as appropriate, seek the advice of a competent professional. It is provided AS IS and AS AVAILABLE without guarantee or warranty of any kind and without representation or warranty regarding the accuracy, completeness, usefulness, timeliness, reliability or appropriateness. NFPA assumes no responsibility or liability in connection with the information contained in or expressed by this tool, its use or output.

Screenshots

IFSTA Instructor 94 screens
NFPA Wildfire Risk Simulator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NFPA Wildfire Risk Simulator at none against IFSTA Instructor 9's 2. NFPA Wildfire Risk Simulator also leads on update cadence (every 4 months vs every 10 months). IFSTA Instructor 9's advantage is rating (3.2 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (17 vs 2). 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. NFPA Wildfire Risk Simulator asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

IFSTA Instructor 9 holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IFSTA Instructor 9 has 17 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IFSTA Instructor 9 ships an update every 10 months, NFPA Wildfire Risk Simulator every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
IFSTA Instructor 9 versus NFPA Wildfire Risk Simulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIFSTA Instructor 9NFPA Wildfire Risk Simulator
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (17 ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings17 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size124 MB200 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIFSTANFPA

Customer experience

IFSTA Instructor 9

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

NFPA Wildfire Risk Simulator

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

IFSTA Instructor 9

One-time2
  • Exam Prep$14.99
  • Audiobook$30.99
None

NFPA Wildfire Risk Simulator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is IFSTA Instructor 9 free?
IFSTA Instructor 9 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NFPA Wildfire Risk Simulator free?
NFPA Wildfire Risk Simulator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, IFSTA Instructor 9 or NFPA Wildfire Risk Simulator?
IFSTA Instructor 9 is rated higher. IFSTA Instructor 9 averages 3.2 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while NFPA Wildfire Risk Simulator averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do IFSTA Instructor 9 or NFPA Wildfire Risk Simulator have ads?
Neither IFSTA Instructor 9 nor NFPA Wildfire Risk Simulator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, IFSTA Instructor 9 or NFPA Wildfire Risk Simulator?
IFSTA Instructor 9 ships an update every 10 months, and NFPA Wildfire Risk Simulator every 4 months. Most recently, IFSTA Instructor 9 was updated on October 21, 2026 and NFPA Wildfire Risk Simulator on October 22, 2026.

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