Comparison

Echo UW vs EchoGuide by ASE

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

Head to head
About

Echo UW

This app offers step-by-step guidance for performing pediatric echocardiograms, using visuals and video clips. It serves as a training tool for sonographers, fellows, and cardiologists, and for anyone interested in learning the procedure.

Highlights
  • Step-by-step instructions
  • Video clips and images
  • Illustrations for learning
  • Four standard views covered
  • Protocol-based navigation
  • Detailed notes available
Features
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The Echo app provides step-by-step instructions for performing a normal pediatric echocardiogram and uses video clips, images and illustrations to aid in instruction. The app is intended to be used by sonographers at all levels of training, pediatric cardiology fellows, as a teaching aid for pediatric cardiologists and by anyone interested in learning how to perform the normal pediatric echo exam. There are four standard views where images can be obtained: 1. Subcostal 2. Parasternal 3. Apical 4. Suprasternal The exact images and the order in which the images and views are obtained varies by institution. Each protocol (subcostal, parasternal, apical or suprasternal) can be followed in order by clicking on the next tab at the bottom of the page or you can click on an individual numbered view within the protocol list to be taken directly to that view. The name of the view and instructions will pop-up automatically at the bottom of the page. The instructions and additional notes can also be found in the “NOTE” button at the bottom of the page. About The Pediatric and Adult Congenital Heart Program at American Family Children’s Hospital The UW Health Pediatric and Adult Congenital Heart Program consists of a highly experienced team providing diagnostic, interventional and surgical services. We are committed to providing the best outcomes for children and adults with congenital heart disease as well as for children with acquired heart issues. Our goal is deliver remarkable care that exceeds expectations in partnership with our patients, families and referring physicians. You can learn more about the UW Pediatric and Adult Congenital Heart Program at uwhealthkids.org/hearts. Development The content and illustrations were created by Margaret Greco, MD. For questions regarding the app, contact: mmgreco@pediatrics.wisc.edu The mobile application was developed by Jonah Pelfrey. To reach out to the developer, please contact: pelfreyjonah@gmail.com A special thank you to J. Carter Ralphe MD, Ellen Wald MD, Catherine Allen MD, Derek Hoyme MD, Shardha Srinivasan MBBS, John Hokanson MD, Nicholas Von Bergen MD, John Hambrook MD, Matthew Smith PhD, JoAnne Weber BS, RDCS, RVT, James Bednarz RDCS, FACE, Jamie Beebe RDCS, Jennifer Lassiter RDCS, RVT, Michael Miller RDCS, and the entire Heart Program Team. The Echo app is made available to the sonography community as a service in connection with the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s outreach mission. It is intended as a training resource for sonographers, but is not a substitute for other forms of training. THE UNIVERSITY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES IN CONNECTION WITH THE ECHO APP, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, AND WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT. By using the Echo app, you acknowledge and agree to the foregoing and waive any and all claims of any kind and description against the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System, its officers, employees and agents, in connection with your use of the Echo app and any decisions you may make as a result of using the Echo app.

About

EchoGuide by ASE

This medical app offers over 50 calculators, algorithms, and charts based on key guidelines for cardiac care professionals. It allows users to favorite interactive tools for quick access to a wide range of echocardiography measurements and assessments.

Highlights
  • Over 50 calculators, algorithms, and charts
  • Based on ASE guidelines
  • Favorite interactive tools
  • Cardiac care reference
  • Echocardiography measurements
Features
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ASE’s EchoGuide provides access to over 50 calculators, algorithms, and charts. EchoGuide was developed based on key ASE guidelines for use by healthcare professionals providing cardiac care. One special feature in the app is that users have the ability to select their favorite interactive tools for easy access. Topics include: • Left Ventricle • Left Ventricle Mass • Left Ventricular Diastolic Function • Right Ventricle • Left Atrium • Right Atrium Dimensions & Volumes • Aorta • Aortic Regurgitation • Aortic Stenosis • Mitral Regurgitation • Mitral Stenosis • Tricuspid Regurgitation • Tricuspid Stenosis • Pulmonic Regurgitation • Pulmonic Stenosis • Prosthetic Aortic Valve Function • Prosthetic Mitral Valve Function • Prosthetic Tricuspid Valve Function • Prosthetic Pulmonic Valve Function • Prosthetic Valve Regurgitation EchoGuide is intended for educational/informational use only. EchoGuide is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease by aiding clinical decision-making. Please send feedback through the App information page and feel free to leave a review and rating in the App Store.

Screenshots

Echo UW4 screens
EchoGuide by ASE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Echo UW at 100% against EchoGuide by ASE's 75%. Echo UW also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 14.2). EchoGuide by ASE's advantage is ratings volume (41 vs 9). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Echo UW holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 41 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Echo UW's written reviews are positive against 75% of EchoGuide by ASE's.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Echo UW versus EchoGuide by ASE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEcho UWEchoGuide by ASE
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (9 ratings) — better4.7 (41 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better75.0% of reviews
Number of ratings941 — better
Update frequency—Monthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better14.2
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB96 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison Shared AppsAmerican Society of Echocardiography

Customer experience

Echo UW

All ratings9 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

EchoGuide by ASE

All ratings41 ratings
Positive90.2%
Neutral4.9%
Negative4.9%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Echo UW

No in-app purchases

None

EchoGuide by ASE

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Echo UW free?
Echo UW is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is EchoGuide by ASE free?
EchoGuide by ASE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Echo UW or EchoGuide by ASE?
Echo UW is rated higher. Echo UW averages 5.0 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while EchoGuide by ASE averages 4.7 from 41 ratings.
Do Echo UW or EchoGuide by ASE have ads?
Neither Echo UW nor EchoGuide by ASE shows ads.

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