Comparison

Zaxbys vs Firehouse Subs

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

Head to head
About

Zaxbys

Easily order your favorite Zaxbys chicken fingers, wings, sandwiches, and more for pickup or delivery. Earn points with every purchase to redeem for exclusive rewards and free food.

Highlights
  • Mobile ordering for pickup and delivery
  • Zax Rewardz program
  • Earn points on every purchase
  • Redeem points for exclusive rewards
  • Find local Zaxbys locations
Features
Currently charting
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Craving Zaxbys saucy, flavor-full food? We have a NEW app to give your taste buds what they demand — fast. Our Zax Rewardz program puts all the Chicken Fingerz™, wings, sandwiches, Zalads®, and crinkle fries you crave right at your fingertips. Just select your favorite local Zaxbys location if you want to pick up or get your order delivered with a few clicks. Earn points when you order and redeem them for exclusive rewards. Each dollar you spend earns 10 points towards delicious rewards. You'll be on your way to free food in no time!

About

Firehouse Subs

Order your favorite subs ahead of time for faster pickup. Discover new menu items and browse nutritional information. Earn points with every purchase to redeem for free food rewards.

Highlights
  • Mobile ordering for select locations
  • Exclusive mobile rewards
  • Menu exploration with descriptions
  • Nutritional information access
  • Restaurant locator
  • Loyalty program for free food
Features
Currently charting
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Order through the app, get mobile exclusive rewards, stay in the loop, and much more with the official Firehouse Subs app! Specific features include: • Mobile Ordering: For select locations, order with the app and skip the line to enjoy your meal even faster. • Stay In The Loop: Stay informed on new rewards, products, and more. • Menu: Explore your Firehouse Subs favorites and discover our newest menu additions. Plus, you can browse item descriptions and nutritional information at any time. • Find Your Firehouse Subs: Locate your nearest Firehouse Subs restaurant and never leave those subs cravings unfulfilled. • Loyalty program: Earn 1 point for every $0.01 you spend at Firehouse Subs, and save up your points to redeem free food rewards for subs, upgrades, and more!

Screenshots

Zaxbys4 screens
Firehouse Subs4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Firehouse Subs at 60% against Zaxbys's 29%. Firehouse Subs also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.7) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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

Firehouse Subs holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 113K and 193K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of Zaxbys's written reviews are positive against 60% of Firehouse Subs's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Zaxbys versus Firehouse Subs: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZaxbysFirehouse Subs
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (113K ratings)4.9 (193K ratings) — better
Positive reviews29.1% of reviews60.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings113K193K — better
Update frequencyMonthlyMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#73 — better#78
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size101 MB64 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperZaxby's Franchising, LLCFirehouse Restaurant Group, Inc.

Customer experience

Zaxbys

All ratings112,545 ratings
Positive92.8%
Neutral2.4%
Negative4.8%
Written reviews626 reviews
Positive29.1%
Neutral8.3%
Negative62.6%

Firehouse Subs

All ratings187,254 ratings
Positive98.7%
Neutral0.7%
Negative0.6%
Written reviews863 reviews
Positive60.3%
Neutral8.2%
Negative31.5%

User reviews

Zaxbys

From 113K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use app
  • 🚀 Convenient for ordering ahead
  • 💡 Rewards program with offers
  • 👍 Friendly and helpful staff

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes and glitches
  • 🐛 Login and account issues
  • 🐛 Ordering process can be confusing
  • 🐛 Unreliable order processing and pickup
  • 🐛 Limited customization options

Firehouse Subs

From 193K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Convenient for ordering ahead
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 👍 Customizable orders
  • 👍 Friendly staff

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes and glitches
  • 🐛 Rewards system issues
  • 🐛 Inconsistent order accuracy
  • 🐛 Slow processing times
  • 🐛 Confusing navigation

Bugs and requests

Zaxbys

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App freezes during checkout
  • Unable to cancel or modify orders
  • Rewards not properly applied
  • Incorrect order fulfillment

Requested features

4 requests
  • Allow no-sauce option for sandwiches
  • Improve order tracking and status updates
  • Add curbside pickup option
  • Enhance rewards program and points system

Firehouse Subs

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Unable to log in or reset password
  • Incorrect orders due to app issues
  • Rewards not properly applied
  • Inconsistent app functionality across devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to redeem rewards in-app
  • Improve rewards tracking and visibility
  • Expand customization options
  • Streamline order flow and processing
  • Enhance communication between app and stores

In-app purchases

None

Zaxbys

No in-app purchases

None

Firehouse Subs

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Zaxbys free?
Zaxbys is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Firehouse Subs free?
Firehouse Subs is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Zaxbys or Firehouse Subs?
Firehouse Subs is rated higher. Zaxbys averages 4.7 out of 5 from 113K ratings, while Firehouse Subs averages 4.9 from 193K ratings.
Do Zaxbys or Firehouse Subs have ads?
Neither Zaxbys nor Firehouse Subs shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Zaxbys or Firehouse Subs?
Zaxbys ships an update monthly, and Firehouse Subs monthly. Most recently, Zaxbys was updated on October 21, 2026 and Firehouse Subs on October 21, 2026.
Which is more popular, Zaxbys or Firehouse Subs?
Zaxbys currently peaks at #73 in the App Store charts, and Firehouse Subs at #78. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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