Comparison

iPacemaker Device vs CardioSmart360

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

iPacemaker Device

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
Currently charting
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iPacemaker Device is an independent, multibrand technical and educational reference for electrophysiologists, hospital device technicians, and medical-device company specialists working with cardiac implantable electronic devices. Explore information on more than 7,000 pacemakers, ICDs, CRT devices, cardiac monitors, and leads from 60 manufacturers. TECHNICAL DATA Review device specifications, physical characteristics, dimensions, diagnostic features, and programming parameters. CONNECTOR HEADERS Examine connector layouts, port types, lead configurations, and documented tool specifications. Find device records with compatible connector-header characteristics and explore CSP configurations. MANUFACTURER ADVISORIES Access technical notes and safety communications included in the database and organized by product. MRI DOCUMENTATION Explore manufacturer-published MRI conditions for hypothetical device-and-lead combinations. This educational reference does not determine MRI eligibility for an individual patient or implanted system. ALGORITHMS Review more than 70 manufacturer-specific algorithms organized by manufacturer and technical or clinical scope. ANALYTICS Explore descriptive charts based on information contained in the dataset, including device longevity and survival data. Analytics do not predict the performance of an individual implanted device or recommend device selection. COMPARE Review specifications, programming options, longevity charts, and survival curves across multiple device records without generating treatment or device recommendations. Some content and features require a subscription. iPacemaker Device is intended solely for professional education and technical reference. It is not intended for diagnosis, patient-specific assessment, treatment selection, device programming, MRI eligibility, or emergency use. Always consult current manufacturer documentation and applicable clinical and institutional protocols. iPacemaker is independent and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any cardiac-device manufacturer. Company names, product names, and trademarks belong to their respective owners.

About

CardioSmart360

This app provides clinicians and patients with interactive 3D visuals, animations, and custom drawing tools to explain complex cardiovascular conditions and treatments. It aims to enhance point-of-care conversations about heart health.

Highlights
  • 3D heart anatomy visuals
  • Interactive condition animations
  • Custom drawing and annotation tools
  • Searchable video library
  • Pinch-to-zoom functionality
  • Point-of-care conversation support
Features
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Easily explain complex cardiovascular conditions and treatments using the CardioSmart360 app! The app from the American College of Cardiology is designed to support conversations between clinicians and patients at the point of care. What’s New in Version 1.2 - New HCM content: Added animations and illustrations to help explain hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), including obstructive HCM. - Improved organization: Updated content names to make topics easier to find. Explore Key Features: - Conditions & Treatments: Access videos, including interactive animations, to support conversations about common heart conditions and treatment options. - Heart Anatomy: View detailed, 3-D cardiac visuals to help patients better understand how the heart functions. - Draw & Annotate: Create custom drawings and annotations for personalized education about topics such as heart attack, heart failure, heart valve disease, atrial fibrillation, and ventricular fibrillation. - Search: Quickly find specific videos and tools. Whether you're a clinician looking for a quick reference or a patient learning about heart health, the new CardioSmart360 app puts trusted cardiovascular resources at your fingertips. Download today! Disclaimer: THIS APP IS FOR EVALUATION ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR CLINICAL PURPOSES. ALL SUPPORT IS PROVIDED ON AN AS-IS, AS-AVAILABLE BASIS.

Screenshots

iPacemaker Device4 screens
CardioSmart3604 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: iPacemaker Device at 4.7 against CardioSmart360's 4.0. iPacemaker Device also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 9 months) and review sentiment (28% vs 0%). CardioSmart360's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and iOS requirement (15.0 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. iPacemaker Device sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. CardioSmart360 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iPacemaker Device holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iPacemaker Device has 365 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of iPacemaker Device's written reviews are positive against 0% of CardioSmart360's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iPacemaker Device ships an update every 4 days, CardioSmart360 every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
iPacemaker Device versus CardioSmart360: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriPacemaker DeviceCardioSmart360
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (365 ratings) — better4.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews27.9% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings365 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 9 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#121 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size218 MB27 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperIPACEMAKER S.R.L.American College of Cardiology

Customer experience

iPacemaker Device

All ratings365 ratings
Positive92.1%
Neutral1.6%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews43 reviews
Positive27.9%
Neutral9.3%
Negative62.8%

CardioSmart360

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

iPacemaker Device

Reported bugs

18 issues
  • 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
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  • App requires subscription after purchase
  • App requires subscription after update
  • App is not working
  • App is useless without subscription
  • App freezes and needs reboot
  • App seems to hang when opening
  • App does not open
  • App cannot be used unless you pay a subscription
  • App changed to subscription model
  • App not updated
  • App not updated for newer devices
  • Some newer devices cannot be found
  • Some leads labeled MRI conditional are found to be non-MRI

Requested features

6 requests
  • 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
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  • Remove disclaimer that opens every time

CardioSmart360

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

iPacemaker Device

Subscriptions7
  • 1 month subscription REGULAR$9.991 Month
  • 3 Months Subscription$49.993 Months
  • 12 months subscription REGULAR7 Days trial$49.991 Year
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  • 6 Months Subscription$59.996 Months
  • 12 Months Subscription$99.991 Year
  • 12 months subscription PREMIUM$109.991 Year
  • 12 months subscription PREMIUM7 Days trial$109.991 Year
None

CardioSmart360

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iPacemaker Device free?
iPacemaker Device is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CardioSmart360 free?
CardioSmart360 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iPacemaker Device or CardioSmart360?
iPacemaker Device is rated higher. iPacemaker Device averages 4.7 out of 5 from 365 ratings, while CardioSmart360 averages 4.0 from 4 ratings.
Do iPacemaker Device or CardioSmart360 have ads?
Neither iPacemaker Device nor CardioSmart360 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iPacemaker Device or CardioSmart360?
iPacemaker Device ships an update every 4 days, and CardioSmart360 every 9 months. Most recently, iPacemaker Device was updated on October 10, 2026 and CardioSmart360 on October 3, 2026.

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