Massachusetts EMS vs HESI Secure Browser
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Massachusetts EMS
Access prehospital EMS protocols for Massachusetts offline. Features searchable protocols, medication dosages, a pediatric tape, and a map to locate medical centers. Includes a phone list for quick contact.
- Searchable statewide protocols
- Medication list with dosages
- Pediatric weight-based dosing tape
- Map to nearest trauma/stroke centers
- Customizable phone list
- Offline access
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This app was developed for anyone involved with EMS in Massachusetts. Massachusetts EMS is a universal app that will work on BOTH your iPhone and iPad. No internet required. No one can remember hundreds of pages of protocols especially in an emergency situation... that's what smart phones are for! ∙ Contains the MA OEMS 2026 prehospital statewide protocols broken down into individual sections which are searchable and hyperlinked for easy access. ∙ Contains medication list with dosages that actually reflect the statewide protocols. Also includes links back to their respective protocols. ∙ Contains a weight-based "pediatric tape" for quick dosing information for medications referenced in the protocols. ∙ Ability to bookmark commonly used protocols for quick reference. ∙ Map function allowing ability to find nearest trauma center, stroke center or Veterinary hospital ∙ Phone list with commonly used numbers. You also have the option to add person custom phone numbers. ∙ Supports dark mode and dynamic text. Starting in 2023 a paid subscription is required to use this app. You have the option when first opening the app to either choose an annual subscription (which comes with a 30 day free trial for new users) or instead choose lifetime access. Both offers provide access to all features of the app. App Subscription Options: ∙ Yearly (annual auto-renewable subscription) ∙ Lifetime access (one-time in-app purchase) The subscription period will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. To turn this function off, simply go to your iTunes account and turn off auto-renew. Renewal payments will differ depending on subscription and pricing at the time of renewal. Your iTunes account will be charged when the purchase is confirmed. Terms and Conditions: https://www.darkmedicalapps.com/terms-and-conditions Privacy Policy: https://www.darkmedicalapps.com/privacy-policy
HESI Secure Browser
This application provides a secure and iPad-friendly environment for taking high-stakes exams. It ensures a stable testing experience with features like persistent login and automatic exam disconnects if interrupted.
- Secure test-taking environment
- iPad optimized interface
- Persistent login
- Automatic exam disconnects
- High-stakes exam support
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HESI is an exam assessment platform from Elsevier, a world-leading provider of scientific, technical and medical information products and services. The HESI Secure Browser iOS application provides an iPad friendly, secure method for test-takers to take high-stake HESI exams. An Evolve account may be required for taking an assessment using this application. HESI Secure Browser App for iOS Features: • Persistent login • Secure test-taking features • Auto Exam disconnects, if test-taking is interrupted
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Massachusetts EMS at 59% against HESI Secure Browser's 0%. Massachusetts EMS also leads on rating (4.0 vs 1.9) and update cadence (monthly vs every 20 months). HESI Secure Browser's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads and device support 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. Massachusetts EMS sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. HESI Secure Browser asks for nothing beyond the download.
Massachusetts EMS holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 1.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 42 and 11 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of Massachusetts EMS's written reviews are positive against 0% of HESI Secure Browser's.
Massachusetts EMS ships an update monthly, HESI Secure Browser every 20 months. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.
| Parameter | Massachusetts EMS | HESI Secure Browser |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (42 ratings) — better | 1.9 (11 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 58.8% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 42 — better | 11 |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 20 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Subscription | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #200 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 8.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 38 MB | 21 MB |
| Age rating | +17 | 17+ |
| Developer | Dark Medical Apps LLC | Elsevier Inc. |
Customer experience
Massachusetts EMS
HESI Secure Browser
In-app purchases
Massachusetts EMS
- Annual Susbcription1 Month trial$9.991 Year
- Lifetime Access$99.99
HESI Secure Browser
No in-app purchases
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