MEWP Shield V2 vs VicPagers
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
MEWP Shield V2
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There's no such thing as being 'Half-Crushed'! Using sensor technology for proximity detection and control, our patented MEWP Shield system engages the worker protection function to identify potential hazards before an elevated work platform (EWP) incident occurs. MEWP Shield provides excellent secondary guarding protection in industrial proximity control!โ Now with owner's access to allow customised setup and data download on MEWP Shield. Whether it's single or multiple sensors required, we have your secondary guarding needs covered! This App is intended for use with the latest generation of MEWP Shield Controllers and systems. If you are using an older model system, please refer to the V1 App.
VicPagers
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VicPagers is a real-time Victorian emergency services pager monitor. Follow CFA, SES, and FRV incident dispatches as they happen โ straight from the POCSAG pager network. โข Live pager feed with full agency coverage โข Live radio audio โ dispatch and fireground channels โข Push notifications for agencies, appliances, and watch zones โข Filter by agency, region, or incident type Built for emergency services enthusiasts, volunteers, and anyone who wants to stay informed about what's happening in their community. Premium subscription unlocks push notifications, radio audio, watch zones, and full feed history. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MEWP Shield V2 at none against VicPagers's 2. MEWP Shield V2 also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. VicPagers sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. MEWP Shield V2 asks for nothing beyond the download.
MEWP Shield V2 ships an update every 6 weeks, VicPagers monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MEWP Shield V2 | VicPagers |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Monthly โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No โ better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 โ better | 15.1 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 41 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | PROTECTIVE INNOVATIONS PTY LTD | Ryan Eastland |
In-app purchases
MEWP Shield V2
No in-app purchases
VicPagers
- VicPagers Supporter$3.991 Month
- VicPagers Annual$39.991 Year









