Muru vs Code Companion
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Muru
This app provides essential tools for medical professionals during emergencies. It offers quick access to protocols, medication dosages, and transport decisions. Users can also find detailed information on equipment and medications, with all data sourced from authorized medical professionals.
- Protocol Finder
- Dosing Information
- Medication Math Calculator
- Transportation Decision Support
- Equipment & Medication Details
- Source Verification
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Built by medics, for medics, Muru delivers you the right tools you need during a call. Intuitive, blazingly fast, and built for the mission-critical work you do. Protocol Finder ------------------------------- Find the right protocol without having to memorize the name. Just type in any medical condition and Muru will locate the correct protocol in your protocol set. Dosing ------------------------------- Get any information you need on a dose. Find out how many times you can repeat your dose, if it’s a medical control order, or its contraindications. Med Math ------------------------------- All your med math done for you with every variable accounted for. Infusion sets, concentrations, weight, 200 mg in 250 ml – it’s all taken care of. Transportation Decisions -------------------------------------------------- No second-guessing transport decisions or arguments about if a hospital recently lost its STEMI certification. Know where the closest specialty hospital is and how much farther it is than your closest hospital. Equipment & Meds ------------------------------- Dive into everything you carry on your ambulance. Know why the auto compressor is beeping twice, if you have to double or single tread your tourniquet, or everywhere ketamine is used in your protocols. Your Sources ------------------------------- All the information in Muru is from a source you are authorized to follow. Your medical director, your DOH, your officer, your manufacturer’s recommendations. You can see the source of any result with a single tap. If you have any issues when using the app, you can hit the 'Get support' button in the menu to get in touch with a member of the Muru team or email us at support@murumed.com.
Code Companion
This medical reference app provides EMS professionals with quick access to cardiac arrest protocols, algorithms, and medication guidance. It features color-coded information and real-time tracking to streamline critical care during emergencies. Designed by professionals for professionals, it aims to enhance patient care efficiency.
- Cardiac arrest algorithms
- Medication administration guidance
- Real-time tracking
- Color-coded information
- Weight conversion
- Medical calculations
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Includes Code tracking PVT/VT algorithm PEA algorithm Tachy algorithm Brady algorithm ROSC Med Calc Epi Drip Levophen drip Weight Conversion Ad Free Overview: Code Companion is the ultimate cardiac arrest phone application designed by EMS professionals, for EMS professionals. This powerful tool is your quick reference field guide, revolutionizing the way you care for cardiac arrest patients. With its user-friendly interface, real-time tracking capabilities, and comprehensive resources, Code Tracker is your partner in delivering critical care efficiently and effectively. Key Features: -Color-Coded Information: Code Companion employs an intuitive color-coded system, allowing you to swiftly identify and prioritize crucial information during a cardiac arrest response. Whether it's assessing rhythm, administering medications, or following ACLS algorithms, our app simplifies complex data into easy-to-digest visuals. -Real-Time Tracking: Stay on top of every critical procedure with our real-time tracking feature. Code Tracker ensures you never miss a beat, tracking your progress through cardiac arrest protocols and providing live updates as you go. -Comprehensive Reference Materials: We've meticulously curated the latest protocols from around the country and integrated them into a single, easy-to-navigate resource. Code Tracker ensures that you have the most up-to-date information at your fingertips, specifically tailored for the prehospital EMS setting. -Medication Administration Guidance: Easily access medication dosages and administration guidelines, eliminating the need to fumble through reference books or manuals during high-stress situations. Code Tracker ensures you administer the right medications at the right time. -ACLS Algorithms: Our app offers a quick reference for ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) algorithms, empowering you to make critical decisions swiftly and confidently during cardiac arrest events. No Subscriptions: Code Companion is here to support you, not burden you with subscriptions . It's always ad-free and readily available for immediate use. Sharing is Caring: If you find Code Tracker invaluable, share it with fellow providers who could benefit from its capabilities. Together, we can enhance cardiac arrest care across the EMS community. Why Code Tracker? Stop relying on memory or outdated resources during cardiac arrest responses. With Code Companion, you have a dedicated, reliable companion that ensures you provide the best care possible. Why do mental math when you can have life-saving information at your fingertips? Code Companion: For EMS, By EMS. Your essential tool for saving lives. Download it today and be prepared for This is not a replacement for protocols alway consult medical control
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Muru at Free against Code Companion's $2.99. Muru also leads on ratings volume (128 vs 1). Code Companion's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#193 vs unranked). On rating, update cadence, 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
Muru is free to download; Code Companion costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Muru against 5.0 for Code Companion. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Muru has 128 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Muru ships an update every 3 weeks, Code Companion every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and August 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Muru | Code Companion |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $2.99 |
| Rating | 4.9 (128 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 98.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 128 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | #193 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 61 MB | 72 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Muru, Inc. | National Emergency Resource Group |
Customer experience
Muru
Code Companion
Bugs and requests
Muru
Reported bugs
4 issues- Protocol pages display as full page with tiny print
- Text does not wrap when zoomed on protocol pages
- App freezes at times
- App goes to a 'cyber timeout room'
Requested features
2 requests- Better AI assistant for broader queries
- Integrate Siri
Code Companion
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Muru
No in-app purchases
Code Companion
No in-app purchases









