# AHA ACLS vs ACLS CodePilot

AHA ACLS and ACLS CodePilot both sit at 4.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of ACLS CodePilot's written reviews are positive against 26% of AHA ACLS's. ACLS CodePilot also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). AHA ACLS's advantage is price (Free vs $1.99) and ratings volume (277 vs 9). On rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

AHA ACLS is free to download; ACLS CodePilot costs $1.99 up front. AHA ACLS sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per year. ACLS CodePilot asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for AHA ACLS against 5.0 for ACLS CodePilot. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AHA ACLS has 277 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 26% of AHA ACLS's written reviews are positive against 100% of ACLS CodePilot's.

AHA ACLS ships an update every 2 months, ACLS CodePilot every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AHA ACLS | ACLS CodePilot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $1.99 |
| Rating | [4.9 (277 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aha-acls/id1506944443/reviews) | **[5.0 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/acls-codepilot/id6753085729/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **277** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | 26.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Paid** |
| Best chart rank | **#54** | #192 |
| Size | 48 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 18.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Massachusetts General Hospital](https://appshunter.io/developer/376928206) | [Tabeon LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1842414775) |

## What reviewers say

### AHA ACLS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aha-acls/id1506944443)

**Currently charting:** #54 Top Grossing · Medical (US App Store)

This app provides clinicians with a digital tool to assist in running cardiac arrest codes and delivering advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) at the bedside. It features the latest AHA recommendations and includes intuitive access to algorithms, drug dosing, and timers for efficient patient care.

**Highlights:** 4 ACLS algorithms (cardiac arrest, tachycardia, bradycardia, post-arrest), Latest 2025 AHA ACLS content, Drug therapy and dosing, Easy-to-read timers, CPR and epinephrine logging, Rapid transition to post-arrest care

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ACLS Pro | $3.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- ✅ Accurate, up-to-date AHA ACLS algorithms
- ⏱️ Built-in timers and counters for code management
- 👍 User-friendly, intuitive interface
- 🏥 Trusted by Harvard/MGH and American Heart Association
- 📋 Helpful for documentation and PCR completion

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription paywall on previously free app
- 🚨 Dangerous surprise paywall during active codes
- ⚠️ No warning before transition to paid model
- 🔐 Requires payment even for basic ACLS information
- 😤 Perceived greed from wealthy organizations (MGH/AHA)

**Reported bugs**

- App fails to load information despite subscription payment
- Users locked out of app mid-code
- Unexpected app crashes during critical moments

**Requested features**

- Multiple log storage with dates
- More detailed code logging with event documentation (IO access, medications, rhythms)
- End code button and pause compressions feature
- Real-time log tracking for back-charting
- LVAD algorithm inclusion


### ACLS CodePilot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/acls-codepilot/id6753085729)

**Currently charting:** #192 Top Paid · Medical (US App Store)

This medical app provides clear, step-by-step guidance for Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) scenarios. Developed by physicians, it's designed to be an intuitive and reliable resource for healthcare professionals during high-stakes situations.

**Highlights:** Step-by-step ACLS guidance, Intuitive and reliable interface, Developed by physicians, Supports students and experienced clinicians, Useful for simulations and real-world resuscitation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AHA ACLS free?

AHA ACLS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ACLS CodePilot free?

ACLS CodePilot costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, AHA ACLS or ACLS CodePilot?

ACLS CodePilot is rated higher. AHA ACLS averages 4.9 out of 5 from 277 ratings, while ACLS CodePilot averages 5.0 from 9 ratings.

### Do AHA ACLS or ACLS CodePilot have ads?

Neither AHA ACLS nor ACLS CodePilot shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, AHA ACLS or ACLS CodePilot?

AHA ACLS ships an update every 2 months, and ACLS CodePilot every 10 days. Most recently, AHA ACLS was updated on October 11, 2026 and ACLS CodePilot on September 30, 2026.

### Which is more popular, AHA ACLS or ACLS CodePilot?

AHA ACLS currently peaks at #54 in the App Store charts, and ACLS CodePilot at #192. 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.*