Essential vs FireCert
Essential
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| Figure | Essential | FireCert |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | £79/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| API | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Spec score · Fire Protection Software | 7.5 (#23) | 8.2 (#9) |
| Purpose | Essential is an AI-powered platform for fire protection businesses that covers inspections, scheduling, invoicing, and related operations. | FireCert manages certificates, asset registers, servicing and compliance for fire and security contractors working to UK standards. |
| Support | The privacy policy lists Intercom for customer support and in-app messaging, and provides [email protected] for privacy requests. | The Professional plan includes standard support and Business includes priority support. |
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Essential
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FireCert
FireCert manages certificates, asset registers, servicing and compliance for fire and security contractors working to UK standards. It covers fire alarms, emergency lighting, extinguishers, intruder alarms, CCTV and access control, with tools for inspection management, service contracts and compliance records. Engineers can complete visits offline using cached records that sync after reconnection. Locked certificates have unique QR codes and public verification pages with a SHA-256 hash. FireCert runs on web, iOS and Android, and its mobile workflow supports iPhone, iPad and Android devices. Professional costs £79 a month and supports up to five users, with unlimited certificates, buildings, clients and Client Portal users, Xero integration and standard support. Business costs £129 a month and includes unlimited users, quotes and customer acceptance, calendar sync, API access, webhooks and priority support. Business also provides Outlook and Google Calendar sync, plus company-email communications through Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace. A 14-day trial is available. FireCert does not include ARC integration, quoting or invoicing.