# AHA ACLS vs Neurology Frameworks

AHA ACLS and Neurology Frameworks both sit at 4.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Neurology Frameworks's written reviews are positive against 26% of AHA ACLS's. Neurology Frameworks also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). AHA ACLS's advantage is ratings volume (277 vs 6) and chart position (#42 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AHA ACLS sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per year. Neurology Frameworks 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 Neurology Frameworks. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AHA ACLS has 277 ratings behind it against 6, 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 Neurology Frameworks's.

## The numbers

| Metric | AHA ACLS | Neurology Frameworks |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (277 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aha-acls/id1506944443/reviews) | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neurology-frameworks/id6757255127/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **277** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 26.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#42** | — |
| Size | 48 MB | 56 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Massachusetts General Hospital](https://appshunter.io/developer/376928206) | [John Paul Mikhaiel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1809231005) |

## What reviewers say

### AHA ACLS

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

**Currently charting:** #42 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


### Neurology Frameworks

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neurology-frameworks/id6757255127)

This app offers structured diagnostic schemas for neurological conditions, aiding healthcare professionals. It includes neurological scales and bedside tools for examination, with ongoing updates for new schemas.

**Highlights:** Diagnostic schemas for neurological conditions, Neurological scales and bedside tools, Offline content access, Search functionality, Updates with new schemas

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AHA ACLS free?

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

### Is Neurology Frameworks free?

Neurology Frameworks is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, AHA ACLS or Neurology Frameworks?

Neurology Frameworks is rated higher. AHA ACLS averages 4.9 out of 5 from 277 ratings, while Neurology Frameworks averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do AHA ACLS or Neurology Frameworks have ads?

Neither AHA ACLS nor Neurology Frameworks shows ads.

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