Infinity ID2 vs The FireBeam BLUE
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Infinity ID2
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The Infinity ID2 the most advanced 2 wire system on the market. Each device is given a unique ID so in the event of a fire or fault the exact device that triggered the event will be shown. The ID of each device is configured by setting a dip switch contained within all devices. This Infinity ID2 app allows users to easily calculate the dip switch settings by simply specifying the zone, device number and device type. The corresponding switch settings are then graphically displayed so they can easily be copied over to the device.
The FireBeam BLUE
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Use with The FireBeam BLUE smoke detector to commission and maintain the Firebeam. Use in conjunction with The FireBeam BLUE to commission the motorised beam head via a Bluetooth connection as The FireBeam BLUE is not supplied with a physical controller. From this app you can also adjust beam parameters such as time to fire and fault and have access to mode changes and beam maintenance. From this app you can also set an optional numerical passcode in The FireBeam BLUE beam head to prevent other app users from accessing that detector head. Users familiar with The Fire Beam will quickly understand and enjoy the benefits this Bluetooth app provides. Please note that without this app you will be unable to commission or maintain The FireBeam BLUE beam detector.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Infinity ID2 at 6.0 against The FireBeam BLUE's 16.6. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Infinity ID2 ships an update every 18 months, The FireBeam BLUE every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Infinity ID2 | The FireBeam BLUE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 18 months | Every 12 months โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 6.0 โ better | 16.6 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Bright Seam Ltd | The Fire Beam Company Limited |
In-app purchases
Infinity ID2
No in-app purchases
The FireBeam BLUE
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Infinity ID2 free?
Is The FireBeam BLUE free?
Do Infinity ID2 or The FireBeam BLUE have ads?
Which is updated more often, Infinity ID2 or The FireBeam BLUE?
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