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Essential Anatomy 5

Essential Anatomy 5

The best-selling anatomy atlas

21K ratings
1056 reviews
#6 in paid Medical
📚 Education
🏥 Medical
$19.99
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Released
February 14, 2013
Updated
January 22, 2022

Developer

3D4Medical from Elsevier
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Explore a comprehensive 3D atlas of the human body with over 8,200 anatomical structures. This highly accurate and visually stunning app is a leading reference tool for medical professionals and students, offering immersive learning and detailed content.

✓8,200+ anatomical structures
✓Male and female models
✓11 anatomical systems
✓Fully 3D interactive models
✓Stunning graphics and immersive experience
✓Easy-to-use interface
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What users say about Essential Anatomy 5

Reviews of Essential Anatomy 5 are mostly positive: the Medical app is rated 4.8/5 from 21K App Store ratings. What users like most: detailed 3D visuals, easy to use and navigate. Top complaints: occasional crashes or bugs, missing some anatomical details. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 🚀Detailed 3D visuals
  • 👍Easy to use and navigate
  • 💡Ability to isolate and view individual structures
  • 👍Helpful for education and patient explanation
  • 👍Great value for the price

Negative things

  • 🐛Occasional crashes or bugs
  • 🔍Missing some anatomical details
  • 💰Subscription model for full features
  • 🔍Search function could be improved
  • 🔍Lack of customization options
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What's New in Essential Anatomy 5

5.0.11

January 22, 2022

Compatibility with latest iOS Small updates

2

Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

$4.99

Skeletal System Plus

Skeletal System Plus

Charts

Top Paid

📉 6-1

Medical

This app dropped -1 position in Medical chart.

Last updated on November 2, 2026.

Top Grossing

📈 83+5

Medical

This app rose +5 positions in Medical chart.

Last updated on November 2, 2026.

Top Paid

📈 95+9

Global

This app rose +9 positions in Global chart.

Last updated on November 2, 2026.

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Essential anatomy five is a great teaching tool

I like it a lot. Good teaching tool online through zoom and or recommended app for in class at home study.
TTimHoltCMT

Great app

Very good app, my go to when I need to look at anatomy. I look at this app daily. Highly recommend!
GGuz.O811

Best anatomy app

I come back to this even nearly a decade later. Nothing better!!! Great job guys.
LLemonsBaby

10/10

Very clean and easy to use. Great for visual learners. Highly recommended for everyone
SGSpecial Grade

Amazing

I use this every day in clinic with my patients; fantastic app.
MMoosalamoo
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Incorrect muscle actions or missing structures

Bug

Difficulty isolating or viewing specific body parts

Bug

Compatibility issues with newer devices or OS versions

Bug
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Requested Features

5 requests

Add more anatomical systems (e.g. ENT, cardiovascular)

Feature

Improve search and filtering capabilities

Feature

Allow custom annotations and drawings

Feature

Integrate with other medical apps or devices

Feature

Provide offline access to content

Feature

FAQ

What is Essential Anatomy 5?

Essential Anatomy 5 is a comprehensive 3D anatomical reference application. It features over 8,200 anatomical structures across 11 systems for both male and female models, offering a highly accurate and visually immersive learning experience.

What are the key features of Essential Anatomy 5?

Key features include detailed male and female anatomical models, 11 distinct body systems, over 8,200 anatomical structures, a fully 3D interactive environment allowing viewing from any angle, stunning graphics, and an intuitive user interface.

How much does Essential Anatomy 5 cost?

The app itself offers a free 'Essential Skeleton' experience. Additional muscle and skeletal content, including muscle insertion/origin points and animations, can be accessed through in-app purchases.

What devices is Essential Anatomy 5 compatible with?

Essential Anatomy 5 is compatible with iPad 2 and newer, iPhone 4S and newer, iPod Touch 5th Gen. and newer, and requires iOS 8 or later.

Who would benefit from using Essential Anatomy 5?

This app is ideal for doctors, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nurses, and medical students who need a reliable and detailed resource for studying and referencing human anatomy. It's also used by anatomy professors in educational settings.