IQ8Quad Selector vs ReadyNow Prep
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
IQ8Quad Selector
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Detect fires fast and eliminate false alarms with IQ8Quad accuracy. ESSER by Honeywell’s EN 54 approved IQ8Quad sensor range is the most innovative solution to the detection and signaling of fires available on the market today. This advanced sensing technology is coupled with an integral sounder with speech capability and strobe in the same device. Use the IQ8Quad Selector to choose the very best device to ensure it provides its optimum performance.
ReadyNow Prep
Prepare your family for emergencies with organized plans, essential information, and key contacts. Keep everything in one place to act quickly during unexpected events like power outages or disasters.
- Family emergency plan creation
- Set meetup locations
- Store emergency contacts
- Organize go-bag supplies
- Keep important information accessible
- Simple and private interface
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ReadyNow Prep Emergencies happen when we least expect them. ReadyNow Prep helps you prepare your family with clear plans, essential information, and important contacts—so you can act quickly when it matters most. Instead of scrambling during an emergency, keep everything organized in one place. Build a Family Emergency Plan Create a simple plan your household can follow during power outages, evacuations, or disasters. Set Meetup Locations Choose safe meetup locations and backup spots so everyone knows where to go if you become separated. Store Emergency Contacts Quickly reach family members, friends, and emergency services when you need them most. Organize Go-Bag Supplies Create and manage emergency go-bag checklists so you’re always ready. Keep Important Information Accessible Store key notes and planning details so they’re easy to access when time matters. Simple and Private Your information stays on your device and is organized in a clean, easy-to-use interface designed for quick access during stressful moments. ReadyNow Pro Upgrade to ReadyNow Pro with a one-time purchase to unlock advanced preparedness tools including: • Multiple locations • Location-specific alerts • Smart planning reminders • Advanced emergency packet export • iPad Meetup Toolkit for side-by-side planning Preparation brings peace of mind. Be ready. Be calm. Be ReadyNow.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: IQ8Quad Selector at none against ReadyNow Prep's 1. IQ8Quad Selector also leads on iOS requirement (7.0 vs 26.0). ReadyNow Prep's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. ReadyNow Prep sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. IQ8Quad Selector asks for nothing beyond the download.
IQ8Quad Selector ships an update every 4 months, ReadyNow Prep fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | IQ8Quad Selector | ReadyNow Prep |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 7.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 73 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Honeywell International, Inc. | Abram Kai Davis |
In-app purchases
IQ8Quad Selector
No in-app purchases
ReadyNow Prep
- ReadyNow Pro$4.99
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