FIRSTLOOK vs Flir Responder
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FIRSTLOOK
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Companion app for Firstlook cameras for search and rescue professionals, first responders, and anyone committed to enhancing safety. With Firstlook, you're equipped with a powerful tool that connects you to 360° spherical camera, offering invaluable insights and unparalleled situational awareness when it matters most.
Flir Responder
Stream thermal footage live from your compatible camera, manage and share images/videos wirelessly, and update device firmware. Configure supported cameras for specific missions, enhancing operational efficiency for public safety professionals.
- Wireless live stream thermal footage
- Manage and share images/videos
- OTA firmware updates
- Wireless camera setup and configuration
- Supports Flir K-series imagers
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The Flir Responder mobile app is an essential companion for professional thermal monoculars, and the next generation Flir K-series firefighting Thermal Imagers. Designed to maximize operational efficiency in the field and training, the app enables users to: - Wireless live stream thermal footage directly from your camera - Manage and wirelessly share images and videos with ease - OTA firmware update to ensure optimal performance - Wireless camera setup and configuration* (for supported KX5-series fire cameras) to adapt to mission-specific needs Whether capturing critical evidence, documenting the mission or training for live operations - the Flir Responder app supports the connected Public Safety professional to stay connected, prepared and in control.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Flir Responder at monthly against FIRSTLOOK's every 5 months. 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.
FIRSTLOOK ships an update every 5 months, Flir Responder monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FIRSTLOOK | Flir Responder |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 3.8 (6 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 33.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 6 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 186 MB | 246 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Agility Technologies Corp. | FLIR Systems Aktiebolag |
In-app purchases
FIRSTLOOK
No in-app purchases
Flir Responder
No in-app purchases
