Cinapsis vs PCDS
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Cinapsis
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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
PCDS
This app offers educational resources and diagnostic tools for healthcare professionals managing dermatological issues. It aims to enhance knowledge and skills in skin condition diagnosis and treatment for primary care settings.
- Dermatology education resources
- Skin diagnostic tools
- Guidance on skin condition management
- Resources for primary care settings
- Networking opportunities
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The PCDS (Primary Care Dermatology Society) provides dermatology education for all healthcare professionals. The PCDS App houses our key educational resources and skin tools. We are a professional organisation dedicated to supporting healthcare professionals who deal with dermatological issues in primary care settings. The PCDS offers resources, education, and networking opportunities to enhance the knowledge and skills of primary care practitioners in the field of dermatology. We provide guidance on the diagnosis and management of skin conditions commonly encountered in primary care, aiming to improve patient care and outcomes.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Cinapsis at monthly against PCDS's every 14 months. PCDS's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Cinapsis ships an update monthly, PCDS every 14 months. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and July 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Cinapsis | PCDS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 4 — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 14 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 77 MB | 83 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | MonMedical Ltd | Primary Care Dermatology Society |
In-app purchases
Cinapsis
No in-app purchases
PCDS
No in-app purchases









