Comparison

Medical Rescue Sim AED vs Respiratory Notes

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

Head to head
About

Medical Rescue Sim AED

This medical simulation app provides realistic training for first responders and medical professionals. It offers various AED modes, ECG rhythms, and CPR metronome features. Connect to a remote app for enhanced simulation capabilities.

Highlights
  • Multiple AED modes (manual, semi-automatic, automatic)
  • 5 basic ECG rhythms
  • Adjustable shock count
  • CPR metronome
  • Remote control compatibility
  • Multi-device support
Features
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Powerful, realistic and reliable AED simulation software Training system for first responders, EMTs, paramedics, nursing staff, doctors, emergency physicians, etc. Remote control app also available: "Medical Rescue Sim AED Remote" (for remote control with a second iOS device; with additional rhythms, scenarios, documentation and CPR mode). Basic functions can be operated without a remote app (setting initial rhythms, activating electrodes, analysis, defibrillation). • 3 selectable AED modes: manual, semi-automatic, fully automatic • 5 basic ECG rhythms (asystole, PEA, pVT, VF, sinus) • Number of shocks adjustable until conversion to sinus rhythm • 1-channel ECG waveform display & QRS sound (both can be switched off) • Analysis function (manual or automatic) • Manual or fully automatic defibrillation • Intelligent metronome for CPR can be activated • Display of duration of use, real-time clock, countdown, heart rate, number of shocks • AED voice output & simulator language in English & German • Connection to the optional remote control app MRS AED Remote via Bluetooth or WiFi • 10 AED systems possible at the same time in one place • Coupling with feedback devices (e.g. SimCPR®Pro Trainer) for graphic display of CPR quality NOTE: This is an app exclusively for medical simulation and training. Diagnosis or treatment of real patients is therefore not possible.

About

Respiratory Notes

This app provides a comprehensive, procedure-based reference for respiratory therapy information. It includes illustrations, forms, and algorithms to aid in study and practice, with content organized around protocols and new pulmonary disease tabs. An in-app purchase unlocks all content, and a subscription offers continuous updates.

Highlights
  • Procedure-based format
  • Supporting illustrations and tables
  • Fill-in-the-blank forms
  • Algorithms based on AARC Guidelines
  • SmartSearch technology
  • Offline content access
Features
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"Try before you buy"" - Download the FREE App, which includes sample content. An in-App purchase is required to unlock all content.   Procedure-based format, all the respiratory therapy information you need at your fingertips. Respiratory Notes: Respiratory Therapist's Pocket Guide a quick-reference tool that put all the respiratory therapy information you need at your fingertips. The procedure-based format includes supporting illustrations, fill-in-the-blank forms, and algorithms to help you study and guide you in practice. Key Features * Bullet-point reviews guide you through procedures. * Quick-scan illustrations and tables summarize data. * Algorithms are based on AARC Clinical Practice Guidelines. * Key forms allow you to gather data at the bedside, and then transcribe to conventional charts New to this Edition * NEW! Pulmonary Disease and Airway/Ventilation Tabs * NEW! Comprehensive index * UPDATED! Procedures now organized around protocols No internet connection is required to access the content after the initial download. Find information quickly using powerful SmartSearch technology. Search part of term for those hard to spell medical terms. Content licensed from printed ISBN 10: 0803629222 Content licensed from printed ISBN 13: 9780803629226 SUBSCRIPTION : Please choose an auto renewable subscription plan to receive content access & continuous updates. Your subscription automatically renews as per your plan, so you always have the latest content.   Yearly auto-renewing payments - $29.99   Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Subscription may be managed by the user & auto-renewal can be disabled at any time by going to your device “Settings” and tapping “iTunes & App Store”. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable.   If you have any questions or comments, email us any time: customersupport@skyscape.com or call 508-299-30000   Privacy Policy-https://www.skyscape.com/terms-of-service/privacypolicy.aspx Terms and Conditions-https://www.skyscape.com/terms-of-service/licenseagreement.aspx   Editor(s):  Gary C. White MEd RRT RPFT Publisher: F. A. Davis Company

Screenshots

Medical Rescue Sim AED3 screens
Respiratory Notes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Respiratory Notes at Free against Medical Rescue Sim AED's $79.99. Respiratory Notes also leads on rating (4.0 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (4 vs 1). Medical Rescue Sim AED's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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

Respiratory Notes is free to download; Medical Rescue Sim AED costs $79.99 up front. Respiratory Notes sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $39.99 per year. Medical Rescue Sim AED asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Respiratory Notes holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 4 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Medical Rescue Sim AED ships an update every 3 months, Respiratory Notes every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Medical Rescue Sim AED versus Respiratory Notes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMedical Rescue Sim AEDRespiratory Notes
Price$79.99Free — better
Rating3.0 (1 ratings)4.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings14 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB47 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperToni SchwaigerSkyscape Medpresso Inc

Customer experience

Medical Rescue Sim AED

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%

Respiratory Notes

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

None

Medical Rescue Sim AED

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Respiratory Notes

Subscriptions1
  • Respiratory Notes$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Medical Rescue Sim AED free?
Medical Rescue Sim AED costs $79.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Respiratory Notes free?
Respiratory Notes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Medical Rescue Sim AED or Respiratory Notes?
Respiratory Notes is rated higher. Medical Rescue Sim AED averages 3.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Respiratory Notes averages 4.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Medical Rescue Sim AED or Respiratory Notes have ads?
Respiratory Notes shows ads; Medical Rescue Sim AED does not.
Which is updated more often, Medical Rescue Sim AED or Respiratory Notes?
Medical Rescue Sim AED ships an update every 3 months, and Respiratory Notes every 6 months. Most recently, Medical Rescue Sim AED was updated on October 14, 2026 and Respiratory Notes on September 30, 2026.

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