Comparison

BS 5839 vs FireEngineerGo 2.0

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

Head to head
About

BS 5839

Features
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The BS 5839-1 Support App gives fire alarm engineers a quick, reliable way to access key guidance, calculations, and reference material while on the job. It’s designed to save time, reduce mistakes, and keep essential information in one place, even when you’re offline. Whether you’re checking system categories, confirming sound levels, or running a battery calculation, everything is presented clearly and simply. Key Features • Fast reference to BS5839 guidance Access essential points from the standard in a clean, easy-to-read format. • Battery Capacity Calculator Quickly work out standby and alarm load using a streamlined, engineer-friendly tool. • Offline Access Your saved PDF guides and reference documents remain available without a network connection. • Guidance on responsibilities and system design Handy summaries covering roles, documentation, categories, and maintenance requirements. • Built for real-world use Simple layout, large text options, dark mode support, and minimal clutter. The app is designed to support engineers, inspectors, and fire safety professionals who need trustworthy information at their fingertips. No complicated menus. No unnecessary features. Just fast access to what matters.

About

FireEngineerGo 2.0

Features
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FireEngineerGo puts everything a fire alarm engineer needs in one place. Generate professional service certificates on site. Run structured inspection checklists. Record test readings, fault notes and remedial actions. Attach photos to any job record. Look up resistor values, cable specifications and manufacturer contacts in seconds- no signal required. A jobs section with live opportunities in your area. A built in salary calculator helps you workout your take home pay and overtime rates. Zone chart creator to create charts for your clients adhoc. FireEngineerGo is designed for people who service life-safety systems. Serious tools no clutter.

Screenshots

BS 58394 screens
FireEngineerGo 2.03 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: BS 5839 at none against FireEngineerGo 2.0's shown. FireEngineerGo 2.0's advantage is iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.6). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
BS 5839 versus FireEngineerGo 2.0: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBS 5839FireEngineerGo 2.0
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.616.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZentralizeFire Engineer Go Limited

In-app purchases

None

BS 5839

No in-app purchases

None

FireEngineerGo 2.0

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BS 5839 free?
BS 5839 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FireEngineerGo 2.0 free?
FireEngineerGo 2.0 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do BS 5839 or FireEngineerGo 2.0 have ads?
FireEngineerGo 2.0 shows ads; BS 5839 does not.

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