# Resgrid vs Active911

Active911 is a popular paging app, but Resgrid offers a complete department management platform with transparent per-entity pricing and superior customization.

## Why Departments are Switching

See how Resgrid provides more value and flexibility for your agency.

| Feature              | Resgrid                       | Active911              |
| -------------------- | ----------------------------- | ---------------------- |
| Pricing Model        | Per Entity (User or Unit), Free up to 10 | Per Device / Per User |
| Open Source          | Yes (100% Code Access)       | No (Proprietary)      |
| Personnel Management  | Complete Suite                | Basic                  |
| Data Ownership       | Full Export & API Access     | Limited                |

### Not just paging, but management

Active911 is great at getting alerts to phones, but what happens next? Resgrid handles the entire lifecycle of department operations.

**Personnel Files** Track certifications, expiration dates, clothing sizes, and emergency contacts. Keep your team organized beyond just a name on a map.

**Scheduling** Full shift management, self-schedule, and availability tracking integrated directly into the platform.

### Cost Comparison

For a department of 50 entities (users & units):

Active911 (~$16/device)$800+ / year

Resgrid (Per Entity)$800 / year

\* Resgrid is free for up to 10 entities. Pricing scales based on your department size.