Fire Safety Training Comparison Guide


Immersive training vs digital simulators


Compare immersive fire extinguisher training with digital fire simulators to choose the best solution for your fire safety training program. 

This comparison highlights the key differences between digital simulators and VR-based training to help you make an informed decision for improving engagement, compliance, and real-world readiness.

Workplace Safety – Fire Digital Fire Training Simulators
Cost Lower upfront cost training with minimal maintenance Higher upfront costs with more frequent hardware replacements
Logistics & Portability A lightweight, compact & and portable TDA-approved system for ease of transportation between locations Bulky setup requiring multiple equipment and fixed installations or a dedicated training space
Compliance & Auditing Automated real-time performance logging for ease of compliance and reporting Limited tracking and manual documentation required
Safety Minimal risk, no exposure to flames, chemicals, or fumes Minimal risk, no exposure to flames, chemicals, or fumes
Environmental Impact No emissions, no waste, no water or gas usage Some environmental impact depending on prop use and consumables
Realism 360° fully immersive high-fidelity VR replicating real-world fire emergencies 2D or projected visuals with limited realism
Engagement Interactive VR, delivering 4x higher engagement rate to eLearning Interactive but often scripted or instructor-led
Tailored Training & Relevance Choose from a range of 60+ scenarios for training across a range of relevant fire emergencies Low flexibility to adapt to the organisation without changing the hardware
Data & Feedback Detailed analytics on trainee actions and outcomes with Capture Subjective performance feedback with limited data
Repeatability & Scalability Easy to repeat training and scale across sites with minimal effort Harder to replicate and scale without additional hardware


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