Comparison

EM Logbook vs EyeList

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

Head to head
About

EM Logbook

Easily record medical procedures performed in Emergency Medicine. Log patient demographics, case complexity, and time taken for each procedure. Export your personal procedure list for ARCP time.

Highlights
  • Log medical procedures
  • Record patient demographics
  • Track case complexity
  • Note procedure time
  • Export procedure list
  • ARCP time preparation
Features
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EM logbook helps record all the procedures performed in Emergency Medicine. The straight forward set-up allows you to easily and quickly log procedures done (including USS). You can record simple patient demographics, case complexity and time taken for the procedure. You can then export your personal procedure list for ARCP time!

About

EyeList

Features
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EyeList is a surgical logbook and planning tool for ophthalmologists who want to plan cases clearly and document their work in one place. Unlike logbooks that are completed only after surgery, EyeList supports the full workflow—from pre‑op planning through post‑op documentation—so your record reflects how you actually work in clinic and theatre. Designed to minimise manual entry, EyeList uses structured fields and drop‑down selections so you can capture cases quickly and consistently without repetitive typing. Key features Plan and log surgical cases in one workflow Build daily surgery lists by date, reorder cases, star cases, and mark cases done Structured data entry with predefined options and favourites Record procedure type, eye, IOL (including toric), device, surgeon role, hospital, and notes Document VA/refraction and key planning/outcome fields (including refractive planning where relevant) Review past cases in a logbook view, filter by procedure, and jump back to the original day Export your logbook to Excel/CSV and share PDFs for your records Access EyeList allows you to try the app with a limited number of cases. An annual subscription unlocks unlimited case logging and future updates. Subscription Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in App Store account settings. Privacy & disclaimer Your data is stored locally on your device, with optional backups (including iCloud Drive on iOS when enabled). EyeList is intended as a personal surgical logbook and planning aid for ophthalmology professionals. It does not provide diagnostic or treatment recommendations. Terms of Use: https://www.optilima.com/eyelist-terms.html Privacy Policy: https://www.optilima.com/eyelist-privacy.html

Screenshots

EM Logbook4 screens
EyeList4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EM Logbook at none against EyeList's 2. EyeList's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). 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. EyeList sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. EM Logbook asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EM Logbook ships an update every 3 weeks, EyeList every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
EM Logbook versus EyeList: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEM LogbookEyeList
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMathew DeLongOptilima LTD

In-app purchases

None

EM Logbook

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

EyeList

Subscriptions2
  • EyeList Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Eye List Pro$17.991 Year

Questions

Is EM Logbook free?
EM Logbook is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is EyeList free?
EyeList is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do EM Logbook or EyeList have ads?
Neither EM Logbook nor EyeList shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EM Logbook or EyeList?
EM Logbook ships an update every 3 weeks, and EyeList every 4 days. Most recently, EM Logbook was updated on October 9, 2026 and EyeList on October 28, 2026.

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