# ActiveAlert vs EchoAlert

The clearest difference is rating: EchoAlert at 5.0 against ActiveAlert's 4.1. ActiveAlert's advantage is ratings volume (740 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

EchoAlert holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ActiveAlert has 740 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | ActiveAlert | EchoAlert |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (740 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/activealert/id525979138/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/echoalert/id6749859344/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **740** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 55.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 58 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Active911](https://appshunter.io/developer/525979141) | [Echo911 LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1582749823) |

## What reviewers say

### ActiveAlert

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/activealert/id525979138)

This app provides essential call details directly on your smartphone, eliminating the need to manually record information or enter addresses while driving. It automatically maps alarm locations, facilitates real-time response coordination, and organizes past and current calls.

**Highlights:** Real-time call details on smartphone, Automatic alarm location mapping, Real-time response coordination map, Access photos and documents, Converts dispatch data, Manage past and current calls

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Constant map updates
- 🚀 Reliable app
- 👍 Helpful information
- 👍 Useful features like map markers and personnel details
- 👍 Customizable alert tones

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Repetitive notifications that don't provide new information
- 🐛 Inability to delete multiple alerts at once
- 🐛 Inconsistent theme colors
- 🐛 Slow loading times and lags
- 🐛 Apple Watch compatibility issues

**Reported bugs**

- Continuous paging/re-alerting issues
- Inability to disable repeat paging
- Alerts not working when phone is on silent
- Crashing and freezing issues
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between apps

**Requested features**

- Favorites or saved calls list
- Ability to adjust alert volume
- More alert tone options
- Improved map routing and integration
- Customizable themes and color schemes


### EchoAlert

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/echoalert/id6749859344)

Receive instant notifications for critical incidents and detailed updates directly on your mobile device. This free application is designed for first responders, security professionals, and public safety volunteers to stay connected and informed.

**Highlights:** Instant call notifications, Full incident details, Real-time updates, No-cost alternative, Mobile device integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ActiveAlert free?

ActiveAlert is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is EchoAlert free?

EchoAlert is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, ActiveAlert or EchoAlert?

EchoAlert is rated higher. ActiveAlert averages 4.1 out of 5 from 740 ratings, while EchoAlert averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do ActiveAlert or EchoAlert have ads?

Neither ActiveAlert nor EchoAlert shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*