# iPacemaker Device vs Vital Sync

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Vital Sync at none against iPacemaker Device's 7. Vital Sync also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.6). iPacemaker Device's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (364 vs 6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iPacemaker Device sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Vital Sync asks for nothing beyond the download.

Vital Sync holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iPacemaker Device has 364 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

iPacemaker Device ships an update every 6 days, Vital Sync every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iPacemaker Device | Vital Sync |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (364 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipacemaker-device/id1126088055/reviews) | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vital-sync/id1507412217/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **364** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 27.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 9 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#45** | — |
| Size | 216 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [IPACEMAKER S.R.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1780219062) | [Medtronic, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/445860677) |

## What reviewers say

### iPacemaker Device

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipacemaker-device/id1126088055)

**Currently charting:** #45 Top Grossing · Medical (US App Store)

Access a vast database of implantable cardiac devices, including pacemakers and defibrillators. Get detailed technical specifications, connector information, advisories, and MRI compatibility checks. Compare devices and explore algorithms to aid in selection and management.

**Highlights:** Extensive device database, Detailed technical datasheets, Connector and tool information, Advisories and safety warnings, Multibrand MRI compatibility evaluation, Algorithm descriptions, Side-by-side device comparison

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 month subscription REGULAR | $9.99 | per month |
| 3 Months Subscription | $49.99 | per 3 months |
| 12 months subscription REGULAR | $49.99 | per year |
| 6 Months Subscription | $59.99 | per 6 months |
| 12 Months Subscription | $99.99 | per year |
| 12 months subscription PREMIUM | $109.99 | per year |
| 12 months subscription PREMIUM | $109.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great resource for cardiac rhythm devices
- 👍 App is useful for professionals
- 👍 Some users find it helpful
- 👍 Support team helped some users

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Prohibitively expensive
- 💸 Price increase is steep
- 💸 So expensive for no reason
- 💸 Creator got greedy
- 💸 Subscription fees are ridiculous

**Reported bugs**

- App keeps refreshing, cannot open
- App cannot be opened
- App enters interface and stops, cannot open
- App has not worked for years
- App hasn't worked for days

**Requested features**

- More equitable evaluation of company representation
- Fix app hanging/slow opening
- Update for newer devices
- Grandfather in lifetime members
- Refund original charge for lifetime members


### Vital Sync

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vital-sync/id1507412217)

Access real-time patient physiological data from connected medical devices on your mobile device. Receive alerts and monitor multiple patients remotely within your hospital's network to enhance clinical workflow and patient care.

**Highlights:** Remote patient monitoring, Real-time physiological data, Device alerts, Multi-patient view, Mobile-optimized interface, Clinical workflow enhancement

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iPacemaker Device free?

iPacemaker Device is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Vital Sync free?

Vital Sync is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, iPacemaker Device or Vital Sync?

Vital Sync is rated higher. iPacemaker Device averages 4.7 out of 5 from 364 ratings, while Vital Sync averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do iPacemaker Device or Vital Sync have ads?

Neither iPacemaker Device nor Vital Sync shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iPacemaker Device or Vital Sync?

iPacemaker Device ships an update every 6 days, and Vital Sync every 9 months. Most recently, iPacemaker Device was updated on September 22, 2026 and Vital Sync on September 16, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*