EmConnect vs Bark Ward
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
EmConnect
This app provides a consolidated view of technology events hosted by Emtec, allowing users to discover trends, download case studies, and participate in surveys. Users can also RSVP for events, request consultations, and share feedback with technology leaders.
- Event listings
- Downloadable case studies
- Technology surveys
- Event RSVP
- Consultation requests
- Feedback sharing
- Booth locator
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Emtec, with its offerings spanning the entire IT lifecycle, is the right size provider of technology-empowered business solutions for world-class organizations. Emtec hosts / participates in events around Mobility, Consulting, Packaged Applications, Application Outsourcing, Cloud Technologies, Infrastructure and Managed Services (ClearCARE™) etc; which are attended by thousands of technology leaders, business leaders and enthusiasts. EmConnect provides a consolidated view of all events hosted or attended by Emtec thought leaders where Technology and LOB leaders can discuss their current and future needs, understand latest technology trends and get suggestions on implementing technology solutions to address their challenges. Along with the event listing, EmConnect also allows its users to download case studies depicting how Emtec has helped solve problems for similar organizations. EmConnect lets its users participate in a technology survey and receive solution ideas and suggestions from Emtec Advisory Services. Using EmConnect, users can share their views and feedback with Emtec technology leaders and also view and experience a portfolio of solution prototypes created by Emtec. Through EmConnect, visitors can provide their RSVP details and locate our Emtec booth for a specific event. Download EmConnect and Connect with an innovative technology partner to Empower your IT initiatives. EmConnect App Features - List events hosted or attended by Emtec - Share solution documents, brochures, presentations etc. - Technology survey - RSVP for events - Request consultation from Emtec Advisory services - Share views and event feedback with Team Emtec - Locate Emtec booth at an event
Bark Ward
Stay informed about the veterinary industry with continuously updated content, live and archived videos, and event alerts. Interact with industry professionals, take notes, and access a directory of important contacts.
- Real-time alerts for news and events
- Live and archived video streaming
- Add events to native calendar
- Like and comment on content
- Share content with colleagues
- Note-taking on presentations
- Industry contact directory
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The Bark Ward app is the official app of Upstate Veterinary Services providing those interested in the Veterinary industry continuously updated content and the ability to easily and constantly be in the know about all things regarding animals and the veterinary industry. What you can find in this app: • Alerts regarding the most recent news, events, and important information • Streaming of videos both live and archived • The ability to add upcoming events to native calendar • Interact with others in the industry by liking and commenting on content • Share content with your colleagues via your favorite social media channels and email • Take notes on presentations and other documents contained in the app • A directory that allows you to call and email important industry contacts • . . . and more!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: EmConnect at every 4 weeks against Bark Ward's every 2 months. EmConnect also leads on iOS requirement (6.0 vs 13.4). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for EmConnect against 5.0 for Bark Ward. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively.
EmConnect ships an update every 4 weeks, Bark Ward every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | EmConnect | Bark Ward |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 6.0 — better | 13.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 47 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Emtec Inc | Upstate Veterinary Specialists, PA |
Customer experience
EmConnect
Bark Ward
In-app purchases
EmConnect
No in-app purchases
Bark Ward
No in-app purchases








