# Rescue Shift vs ResponderOS

The clearest difference is rating: ResponderOS at 5.0 against Rescue Shift's 1.0. ResponderOS also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Rescue Shift sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month and ResponderOS sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ResponderOS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

Rescue Shift ships an update monthly, ResponderOS fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Rescue Shift | ResponderOS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rescue-shift/id6745313356/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/responderos/id6772283560/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 66 MB | 165 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Eduardo Verde](https://appshunter.io/developer/1811743464) | [Jason Jones](https://appshunter.io/developer/6772283562) |

## What reviewers say

### Rescue Shift

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rescue-shift/id6745313356)

This app helps firefighters, paramedics, and EMTs manage their complex rotating work schedules. It displays your entire work calendar, tracks overtime and training, and allows you to share your schedule with family.

**Highlights:** Custom rotation scheduling, Overtime and training tracking, Retirement countdown, Family schedule sharing, First responder focused

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium RescueShift | $2.99 | per month |


### ResponderOS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/responderos/id6772283560)

This suite provides essential tools for fire and EMS professionals, offering immediate access to operational references, clinical support, incident management, personnel documentation, and task tracking. It's designed for use in the field, during shifts, and for daily operations, empowering responders with critical information without departmental delays.

**Highlights:** Field Operations Reference (SceneKit), Clinical Tools for EMS (MedKit), Incident Management (CommandKit Lite), Personnel Documentation (PersonnelKit), Task Management (TaskKit), Includes multiple operational kits

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ResponderOS Individual | $4.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Rescue Shift free?

Rescue Shift is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ResponderOS free?

ResponderOS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Rescue Shift or ResponderOS?

ResponderOS is rated higher. Rescue Shift averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while ResponderOS averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Rescue Shift or ResponderOS have ads?

Rescue Shift shows ads; ResponderOS does not.

### Which is updated more often, Rescue Shift or ResponderOS?

Rescue Shift ships an update monthly, and ResponderOS fortnightly. Most recently, Rescue Shift was updated on September 30, 2026 and ResponderOS on October 15, 2026.

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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.*