Comparison

FHinspector vs ZenFire Co

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

Head to head
About

FHinspector

This app assists firefighters with occupancy and hydrant inspections, integrating with FIREHOUSE Software. It streamlines the inspection process with live GPS, checklists, and summary reports, while also offering features for hydrant maintenance and defect tracking.

Highlights
  • Occupancy and hydrant inspections
  • Live GPS and integrated maps
  • Predefined inspection checklists
  • Violation tracking and notes
  • Hydrant maintenance and defect reporting
  • Signature capture
  • FIREHOUSE Software integration
Features
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This app is specifically designed for firefighters for occupancy and hydrants inspections. Requires connection to the FIREHOUSE Software system for data exchange. FH Inspector is the latest innovation from FIREHOUSE Software, the industry's leader in Fire and EMS software solutions. FHinspector unleashes the power of today's most creative and dynamic technology, raising the bar on the industry's fire prevention and planning activity. FIREHOUSE Software has combined iPad's trademark interface and live GPS with your inspections, pre-incident plans, and permits, allowing your department to tackle more inspections, faster and easier than ever before. Features Include... Pending Inspections • Live GPS displays businesses and inspection status where you are. FIREHOUSE Software's intuitive interface allows you to quickly find and select an occupancy to see preplan details, inspection/permit history, or even launch an inspection. • Integrated Live Maps interface • Color-coded icons show inspection status • Filter and sort occupancy/inspections • Intuitive access to occupancy details Inspection Questionnaire • Effortless navigation and simple documentation to the pre-defined checklist are thoughtfully organized and designed to promote efficiency and quality in inspections. • Follow Predefined checklist • Check items linked to violation code • Add inspector notes with each finding Inspection Summary • Upon completion, view the inspection summary. Here you'll review a complete list of all violations noted along with the violation code and code description as well as the inspector's notes. • Review violations with responsible party • Edit responsible party details • Set Reinspection day • Capture Signature Hydrant Inspections • Track inspection and maintenance details • Report defects and repair costs • Run flow tests and view calculate flow results Mainstream Revenue FIREHOUSE Software has formed a strategic partnership with Fire Recovery USA and has developed a host of innovative new solutions focused on helping you maintain the financial stability of your organization. FHinspector for iPad is the newest of these revenue generating products. Not only does FHinspector for iPad maximize efficiency and productivity in your organization, but its integrated billing solutions will become a key revenue source for your department. Free App Features- You can enter and track new hydrants with the free App. In Hydrants tab, click on the locate me button (black arrow) to create a new hydrant at this location. You can enter and track hydrant information, manage inspections and flow tests. ----------------------- To use FHInspector for inspections in your area, contact a FIREHOUSE Software representative at 1-800-921-5300, ext. 1 or at our website: http://www.firehousesoftware.com/contact

About

ZenFire Co

Streamline fire inspections with AI assistance, digitalizing forms and ensuring accuracy. Effortlessly create deficiency reports with step-by-step guidance and photo attachments. Simplify compliance with AHJ standards and automate documentation for maximum revenue.

Highlights
  • AI-assisted inspections
  • Digitalize inspection forms
  • Effortless deficiency reporting
  • Step-by-step guidance
  • Photo attachments
  • AHJ compliance
  • Automated documentation
Features
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Fire Inspections with Seamless Mobility: Ensure Accuracy & Consistency Boost revenue through smart inspections with AI assistance and effortlessly digitalize existing inspection forms. ZenCopilot fits exactly into your workflow, eliminating the need for adjustments or disruptions. Effortless Deficiency Reporting: Create comprehensive deficiency reports with ease using our user-friendly interface. Step-by-step guidance allows you to input information, attach photos, and build reports that meet industry standards. Compliance Made Easy: Simplify compliance requirements with ZenCopilot. Align your inspections with AHJ standards effortlessly, stay on top of regulatory changes, automate documentation, and receive real-time feedback on your compliance status — all while maximizing revenue and minimizing time. Regulatory NFPA Forms & Checklists: Consistently meet stringent regulatory standards, effectively manage inspections, and ensure your operations align with industry requirements.

Screenshots

ZenFire Co4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ZenFire Co at 5.0 against FHinspector's 2.4. ZenFire Co also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 5 months). FHinspector's advantage is ratings volume (7 vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ZenFire Co holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FHinspector has 7 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FHinspector ships an update every 5 months, ZenFire Co weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
FHinspector versus ZenFire Co: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFHinspectorZenFire Co
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (7 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews31.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB122 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperESO Solutions, Inc.ZenTrades Inc.

Customer experience

FHinspector

All ratings7 ratings
Positive28.6%
Neutral14.3%
Negative57.1%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive31.8%
Neutral27.3%
Negative40.9%

ZenFire Co

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

FHinspector

No in-app purchases

None

ZenFire Co

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FHinspector free?
FHinspector is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ZenFire Co free?
ZenFire Co is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, FHinspector or ZenFire Co?
ZenFire Co is rated higher. FHinspector averages 2.4 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while ZenFire Co averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do FHinspector or ZenFire Co have ads?
Neither FHinspector nor ZenFire Co shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FHinspector or ZenFire Co?
FHinspector ships an update every 5 months, and ZenFire Co weekly. Most recently, FHinspector was updated on September 27, 2026 and ZenFire Co on October 3, 2026.

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