Comparison

Fast Aid vs First Aid

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

Head to head
About

Fast Aid

Features
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Fast Aid is your essential first aid companion—designed to guide you through medical emergencies with clear, step-by-step instructions. Whether you’re facing a minor injury or a serious crisis, Fast Aid puts accurate, practical help at your fingertips, so you can act confidently when it matters most. Features: • Easy-to-follow instructions for common emergencies such as bleeding, burns, CPR, choking, and more. • Panic Mode for CPR with voice guidance and visual cues. • Quick-access buttons for calling emergency services and navigating steps rapidly. • Health articles for background knowledge and safe practices. • Offline access—so help is always available, even without an internet connection. Fast Aid empowers everyone to step up and make a difference in critical moments. Download now and be prepared—wherever you are. Note: Fast Aid is intended for informational purposes only and is not a replacement for professional medical advice or emergency services.

About

First Aid

Provides step-by-step voice instructions for emergency situations, including CPR and AED use. Features an SOS button, nearby defibrillator map, and offline access to protocols. Optional features include a CPR trainer and family medical profiles.

Highlights
  • Step-by-step voice instructions
  • SOS emergency call button
  • Offline protocol access
  • CPR metronome
  • Nearby AED map
  • Emergency contact notification
  • Optional CPR trainer
Features
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When someone needs help, every second counts. First Aid: CPR & AED Guide provides step-by-step voice instructions to help you know what to do until professional help arrives. Download for free. All emergency features are free, forever. IN AN EMERGENCY (FREE) • SOS Button: Call the emergency number with a single tap. • “I don’t know what to do”: Answer 3 questions to find the right protocol. • 28 voice-guided protocols: CPR for adults, children, and infants, choking (Heimlich maneuver), bleeding, burns, stroke, heart attack, anaphylaxis, seizures, drowning, hypoglycemia, asthma attacks, and more. • CPR with a metronome at the recommended rate; the screen stays on during the guide. • Map of nearby defibrillators (AEDs), also available offline. • Notify your emergency contacts with your location in one tap. • Widget and Siri Shortcuts to get help instantly. • Protocols are stored on your device and work offline. PREPARE WITH SOS PLUS (OPTIONAL) • CPR trainer with a rhythm score. • Quizzes for each protocol to test your knowledge. • First-aid kit with expiration alerts. • Medical profiles for the whole family: allergies, medications, and other info useful for first responders. SOS Plus includes a 14-day free trial and can be shared with Family Sharing. SOURCES The protocols are based on guidelines from the European Resuscitation Council (ERC 2025), the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), and the American Heart Association (AHA). IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER This app is a support guide and does not replace professional medical care or first-aid training. In an emergency, always call the local emergency number (911 in the US). SUBSCRIPTION SOS Plus is an auto-renewing annual or monthly subscription. Payment will be charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://aidkitsos.trimonkey.es/privacy/

Screenshots

Fast Aid4 screens
First Aid4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Fast Aid at none against First Aid's 5. First Aid's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 10 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. First Aid sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Fast Aid asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fast Aid ships an update every 10 months, First Aid every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Fast Aid versus First Aid: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFast AidFirst Aid
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB421 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperGaurav KukrejaTRISIMIO SL

In-app purchases

None

Fast Aid

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

First Aid

Subscriptions2
  • SOS Plus Monthly$1.991 Month
  • SOS Plus Yearly14 Days trial$8.991 Year
One-time3
  • A little support$1.99
  • Extra support$3.99
  • Generous support$8.99

Questions

Is Fast Aid free?
Fast Aid is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is First Aid free?
First Aid is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Fast Aid or First Aid have ads?
Neither Fast Aid nor First Aid shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Fast Aid or First Aid?
Fast Aid ships an update every 10 months, and First Aid every 10 days. Most recently, Fast Aid was updated on October 25, 2026 and First Aid on October 31, 2026.

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