# Code Runner Pro vs CodeScribe EMS

The clearest difference is review sentiment: CodeScribe EMS at 100% against Code Runner Pro's 50%. CodeScribe EMS also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.9) and update cadence (every 11 days vs monthly). Code Runner Pro's advantage is ratings volume (55 vs 5) and device support (4 vs 2). On ads, in-app purchases and chart position there is nothing between them.

Code Runner Pro costs $6.99 and CodeScribe EMS $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

CodeScribe EMS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Code Runner Pro has 55 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Code Runner Pro's written reviews are positive against 100% of CodeScribe EMS's.

Code Runner Pro ships an update monthly, CodeScribe EMS every 11 days. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Code Runner Pro | CodeScribe EMS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $6.99 | **$4.99** |
| Rating | [3.9 (55 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-runner-pro-cpr-timer/id1318832552/reviews) | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codescribe-ems/id6794129654/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **55** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | #37 | **#13** |
| Size | 35 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | +12 |
| Developer | [Angel Vazquez](https://appshunter.io/developer/1133273955) | [William Lawrence](https://appshunter.io/developer/6791693896) |

## What reviewers say

### Code Runner Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-runner-pro-cpr-timer/id1318832552)

**Currently charting:** #37 Top Paid · Medical (US App Store)

This app assists healthcare professionals in managing critical cardiac emergencies. It provides essential timers, real-time event logging, and a customizable medication system to ensure organized and efficient care during code blues and CPR.

**Highlights:** Multiple essential timers (Code, CPR, Shock, Epinephrine), Real-time event logging with timestamps, Customizable Quick Meds system, Redesigned Code Log timeline, Built-in CPR metronome, Apple Watch control, Exportable PDF code logs

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### CodeScribe EMS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codescribe-ems/id6794129654)

**Currently charting:** #13 Top Paid · Medical (US App Store)

This app is a one-tap logging tool for cardiac arrest resuscitations. It allows trained responders to quickly record interventions like rhythm checks, defibrillations, and medications, with timestamps. The app generates a chart-ready narrative and PDF timeline for documentation and quality assurance.

**Highlights:** One-tap intervention logging, Editable entries with timestamps, Adult and pediatric modes, Passive cycle timers, Chart-ready narrative export, PDF timeline export, Utstein-style details

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Code Runner Pro free?

Code Runner Pro costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is CodeScribe EMS free?

CodeScribe EMS costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Code Runner Pro or CodeScribe EMS?

CodeScribe EMS is rated higher. Code Runner Pro averages 3.9 out of 5 from 55 ratings, while CodeScribe EMS averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do Code Runner Pro or CodeScribe EMS have ads?

Neither Code Runner Pro nor CodeScribe EMS shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Code Runner Pro or CodeScribe EMS?

Code Runner Pro ships an update monthly, and CodeScribe EMS every 11 days. Most recently, Code Runner Pro was updated on October 29, 2026 and CodeScribe EMS on October 29, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Code Runner Pro or CodeScribe EMS?

Code Runner Pro currently peaks at #37 in the App Store charts, and CodeScribe EMS at #13. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*