Best Local Police And Fire Scanner Apps

239+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our local police and fire scanner list covers 239+ iPhone apps updated through November 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Local Police And Fire Scanner Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Police Scanner: Fire RadioPolice Scanner: Fire RadioFree4.7★ (168K)YesYesNov 2026
25-0 Radio Pro Police Scanner5-0 Radio Pro Police ScannerFree4.6★ (90K)YesYesNov 2026
3Police Scanner +Police Scanner +Free4.5★ (102K)YesYesNov 2026
4Police Scanner Radio & FirePolice Scanner Radio & FireFree4.6★ (539K)YesYesNov 2026
5Police Scanner: Crime RadarPolice Scanner: Crime RadarFree4.6★ (28K)NoYesNov 2026
6Police Scanner FreePolice Scanner FreeFree1.9★ (92)NoNoOct 2026
7Police Scanner + Fire RadioPolice Scanner + Fire RadioFree4.6★ (13K)NoYesNov 2026
8SirenAtlas: Police ScannerSirenAtlas: Police ScannerFree—NoYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Local Police And Fire Scanner

Police Scanner: Fire Radio#1

Police Scanner: Fire Radio by Guru Network Limited Inc.

Live Emergency & Breaking News
Editor's Choice
📡 News
4.7😐(168K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#14in News
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Stay informed about public safety, breaking news, and emergencies with live feeds of police, fire, and other critical radio communications. Get real-time alerts for wildfires, weather, and local events, and access a vast library of global scanner channels.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Clear and accurate audio
  • 📡 Wide selection of channels
  • 💡 Useful alert feature
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 🔍 Ability to listen to local and national channels

Room to Improve

  • 🔔 Excessive notifications/alerts
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🐛 Channels going offline
  • 🔌 Subscription issues/charges
  • 🔍 Limited local channel coverage
5-0 Radio Pro Police Scanner#2

5-0 Radio Pro Police Scanner by Smartest Apps LLC

Fire, EMS, ATC, Train & CB/Ham
Strong Contender
📡 News
4.6😐(90K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#19in News
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Access over 50,000 live audio feeds from police, fire, EMS, air traffic, and more. Stay informed about local and global events with real-time updates, recordings, and live chat features.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Reliable app
  • 👍 Useful for knowing what's happening in the area
  • 🔒 No ads with pro version
  • 👍 Easy to use and navigate
  • 👍 Customizable features like wallpaper

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and disconnections
  • 🐛 Inconsistent audio quality
  • 🐛 Delayed or missing feeds
  • 💡 Limited coverage for certain regions/countries
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
Police Scanner +#3

Police Scanner + by Rego Apps

Police, EMS, ATC & Fire Radio
Worth Considering
📡 News
4.5😐(102K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#61in News
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Access over 100,000 free radio stations, including police, fire, EMS, and music. Listen live, record for later, set alarms, and customize your background. Connect with other listeners and share what you're enjoying.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Clear audio quality
  • 🔍 Useful for monitoring local emergencies
  • 📻 Wide selection of radio stations
  • ⏱ Helpful for staying informed in real-time

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Lack of coverage for certain regions
  • 📢 Disruptive and intrusive ads
  • 🔌 App crashes or stops working unexpectedly
  • 🔀 Difficulty switching between channels

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FAQ about Local Police And Fire Scanner

What are the best local police and fire scanner apps for iPhone?
Police Scanner: Fire Radio tops our local police and fire scanner apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 168K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top local police and fire scanner apps we rank are free to download, including Police Scanner: Fire Radio and 5-0 Radio Pro Police Scanner.
Police Scanner: Fire Radio shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 239+ local police and fire scanner apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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