London Shield vs FRSA
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
London Shield
Stay informed about terrorism-related events and news in London. This app connects businesses with the Metropolitan Police Service for security updates and engagement.
- Terrorism-related news and events
- Security operations information
- Business community engagement
- Metropolitan Police updates
- In-app registration for businesses
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The Counter Terrorism Protective Security Operations team at the Metropolitan Police Service welcome you to our London Shield app. Through the development of close partnerships between London-based businesses and the Met, we strive to keep you informed and engaged with events, news and terrorism-related information from across the capital. If you are a member of the London business community and would like to be kept informed, please register in-app with your work email address so we can approve your access. Please note; the London Shield app does not contain sensitive information.
FRSA
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This is the official app for members of the FRSA in the UK. The FRSA is a member-led, independent trade union that has been representing its members in Fire and Rescue Services across the UK since 1976. Our app has been designed to provide members with greater access to engage directly with the FRSA. The FRSA app provides members with the following features: Direct contact with the FRSA Direct and Group Chat with other members and FRSA officials Forums: Create group discussions by posting questions or topics for the Fire Service Community. Newsfeed: Stay up to date with content that is relevant to you and your role. Resource library: Search our library for information that includes support, advice and guidance on a wide range of areas connected with your FRS employment Keep your details up to date Access your βRewardsβ, our member discount benefit on products and services.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: London Shield at every 3 weeks against FRSA's every 7 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
London Shield ships an update every 3 weeks, FRSA every 7 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.
| Parameter | London Shield | FRSA |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | β |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks β better | Every 7 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | β |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 57 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Metropolitan Police Service | FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES ASSOCIATION UK |
In-app purchases
London Shield
No in-app purchases
FRSA
No in-app purchases
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