Comparison

NB On Call vs Cinapsis

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

Head to head
About

NB On Call

A secure, judgment-free community for GMC-registered GPs to share clinical and non-clinical cases. Ask questions, get peer advice, and track your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) automatically. Join thousands of UK GPs in this protected network.

Highlights
  • Share clinical and non-clinical cases
  • Anonymized posting option
  • Judgment-free discussion zone
  • Easy-to-use interface
  • Protected network with GMC verification
  • Automatic CPD tracking
Features
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The NB On Call app has been created by GPs for GPs and it is only accessible by GMC registered GPs. NB On Call’s aim is to foster a community where trusted GP peers can openly share both clinical and non-clinical problems, drawing upon the collective expertise of their peers. What is NB on Call? - Share both clinical and non-clinical cases with trusted GP peers - No judgement zone - there is no such thing as asking a ‘stupid question’. - Anonymised posting for your comfort if required. - Easy to use - designed to ask questions and find answers as quickly as possible. - Protected network - all registrants must provide a valid GMC number. - Free of charge - no fees or charges. - CPD Tracker - Time spent on NB On Call is automatically tracked and added to your CPD tracker. With almost 5000 UK GPs already active on NB on Call, why not join in the conversation today?

About

Cinapsis

Features
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Cinapsis is the most powerful and easy-to-use referral management solution in healthcare. Cinapsis helps clinicians work together to improve patient care and deliver efficiencies. Features * Securely take images on your mobile device to share with colleagues * All data stored on the HSCN * Audited two-way communication * Capture all Advice & Guidance activity for the new CQUIN * Navigate patients onto the right pathway. * Live intelligence on referral activity * One consistent phone number * Instantly booked phone consultations, email advice * Secure file sharing * Standardised consultation reports summarising advice given inc. MP3 recording * Centralised e-referral management function. * Administrator accounts with powerful reporting for audit and usage metrics * Specialists’ availability managed through individual accounts * ISO 9001, ISO 27001, IGSoC Level 2 certified Benefits * Centralised organised replacement for existing piecemeal advice and guidance solutions * Cost effective, per-consultation charge model. Significant economies of scale * Quick access platform for GPs/dentists minimises disruption to appointment * Manages specialist cover giving more confidence of response * Different channels provide users with a preferred method of communication * Secure transfer of files and images to facilitate joint consultations * Remote access by specialists provides flexibility/ improved cover by specialists * Documentation and recording of advice provides secure auditable evidence * Standardisation and management of e-referral process Powerful reporting provides clear visibility on usage and other metrics

Screenshots

NB On Call4 screens
Cinapsis4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: NB On Call at 13.0 against Cinapsis's 15. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NB On Call ships an update every 3 weeks, Cinapsis monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
NB On Call versus Cinapsis: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNB On CallCinapsis
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB77 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperGPFORUM SOLUTIONS LIMITEDMonMedical Ltd

In-app purchases

None

NB On Call

No in-app purchases

None

Cinapsis

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NB On Call free?
NB On Call is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cinapsis free?
Cinapsis is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do NB On Call or Cinapsis have ads?
Neither NB On Call nor Cinapsis shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NB On Call or Cinapsis?
NB On Call ships an update every 3 weeks, and Cinapsis monthly. Most recently, NB On Call was updated on October 1, 2026 and Cinapsis on September 17, 2026.

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