# AHA ACLS vs Ophthalmology Toolbox

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Ophthalmology Toolbox at 100% against AHA ACLS's 26%. Ophthalmology Toolbox also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). AHA ACLS's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (391 vs 5). On price, update cadence, 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. Ophthalmology Toolbox asks for nothing beyond the download.

AHA ACLS holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AHA ACLS has 391 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 26% of AHA ACLS's written reviews are positive against 100% of Ophthalmology Toolbox's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

AHA ACLS ships an update every 2 months, Ophthalmology Toolbox monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AHA ACLS | Ophthalmology Toolbox |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (391 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aha-acls/id1506944443/reviews)** | [4.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ophthalmology-toolbox/id6769778936/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **391** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 26.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#47** | — |
| Size | 48 MB | 69 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Massachusetts General Hospital](https://appshunter.io/developer/376928206) | [Taha Khayat](https://appshunter.io/developer/1141543223) |

## What reviewers say

### AHA ACLS

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

**Currently charting:** #47 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


### Ophthalmology Toolbox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ophthalmology-toolbox/id6769778936)

A comprehensive medical reference and screening tool for eye care professionals. It offers a suite of clinical utilities including medication guides, vision conversion tables, fundus photography, and color vision testing, designed for efficient use in clinical settings.

**Highlights:** Eye Drops Guide, VA Conversion Table, Retina Viewer, Nine-Gaze Camera, Ishihara Test, IPD Measurement, Amsler Grid, Cobalt Blue Screen

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AHA ACLS free?

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

### Is Ophthalmology Toolbox free?

Ophthalmology Toolbox is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, AHA ACLS or Ophthalmology Toolbox?

AHA ACLS is rated higher. AHA ACLS averages 4.9 out of 5 from 391 ratings, while Ophthalmology Toolbox averages 4.2 from 5 ratings.

### Do AHA ACLS or Ophthalmology Toolbox have ads?

Neither AHA ACLS nor Ophthalmology Toolbox shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, AHA ACLS or Ophthalmology Toolbox?

AHA ACLS ships an update every 2 months, and Ophthalmology Toolbox monthly. Most recently, AHA ACLS was updated on November 7, 2026 and Ophthalmology Toolbox on November 9, 2026.

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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.*