Comparison

Extra Hands CPR Assistant vs CPR Metronome

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

Head to head
About

Extra Hands CPR Assistant

Features
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Extra Hands CPR Assistant is a professional coaching tool for certified healthcare providers, emergency responders, and supervised learners. It provides real-time CPR guidance in multiple languages with spoken audio coaching, comprehensive event logging, and case review tools designed to support resuscitation teams in the field and learners in the classroom. ** FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY ** This is an educational assistance tool, NOT a medical device. It is NOT FDA-cleared or approved. Users must hold current CPR certification or be a supervised learner, and follow their local protocols and medical direction. ** FREE FOR EVERYONE ** Every feature in Extra Hands is free, including Pro Library, Pro Case Review, Pro Reminders, Crew Roster, and Multi-Agency support. ** KEY FEATURES ** REAL-TIME METRONOME - Adjustable BPM (100-120) for chest compression timing - Visual and audio cues with coaching prompts - Automatic breath timing coordination - Optional flashlight pulse for breath prompts (can be toggled) CPR MODE FLEXIBILITY - 30-2 mode: traditional 30 compressions plus 2 breaths - Continuous compressions with periodic ventilation prompts - Switch modes mid-session as the situation changes ELECTRICAL THERAPY SUPPORT - AED Automatic, AED Manual, and Cardiac Monitor profiles - Time-based or compression-based analysis prompts - Manual analysis sync for early automatic AED prompts PRO REMINDERS - Build your own custom reminders that fire during a CPR session - Trigger by time, compressions, or after a logged event; pick the banner text, color, and chime - Up to 25 saved per device EVENT LOGGING AND CASE REVIEW - Timestamped event tracking with custom actions and optional Cardiac Arrest Registry fields - Real Call vs Training tags - Post-case timeline with crew assignment, workload distribution, and per-person analytics - Share cases in simple format or with advanced Pro metrics TEAM DEBRIEF - Quick 3 to 5 minute post-case review for CPR team quality improvement - Recap, then three leader-led discussion prompts - Saved with the case for later review CREW, AGENCY, AND DATA PORTABILITY - Build crew rosters across multiple departments - Import and export cases, crew members, and full agency data via shareable files - Built-in duplication management prevents double-counting across devices PRO LIBRARY - Pro Library: Add up to 10 PDF references for quick access during CPR sessions - Library resources can be shared and automatically populate when agency is shared ** PRIVACY FIRST ** All CPR event data, crew data, agency data, case logs, and library documents stay on your device. No cloud storage. No analytics. No tracking. Full details at https://iharig.com/extrahands/privacy.html. ** PROFESSIONAL POSITIONING ** Extra Hands CPR Assistant is independently developed by iHarig. It is not affiliated with the American Heart Association, European Resuscitation Council, or any other resuscitation organization. Translation terminology was informed by published guidelines of national resuscitation councils. Translations are computer-generated drafts and are not a substitute for clinician review. Always rely on your training and local protocols. ** EDUCATIONAL USE ONLY ** This app does NOT diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It is an educational tool to assist professionals who maintain current certifications. Users are responsible for following their local protocols, medical direction, and scope of practice. ** DEVELOPER ** by iHarig LLC. Useful public safety software from Carlisle, PA. Built independently by someone who's been a first responder since 2002. Visit https://iharig.com/extrahands for resources and documentation. PRIVACY POLICY: https://iharig.com/extrahands/privacy.html TERMS: https://iharig.com/extrahands/terms.html SUPPORT: https://iharig.com/extrahands/about.html

About

CPR Metronome

This app provides a specialized metronome for CPR training, offering adjustable beats per minute and clear audio cues. It includes a visual beat indicator and a built-in timer to help users perfect their compression and breathing techniques during practice sessions.

Highlights
  • Adjustable BPM
  • Clear audio cues
  • Animated visual beat indicator
  • Built-in CPR timer
  • Subscription required after free trial
Features
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Train Smarter for CPR with a Purpose Built Metronome Whether you’re practicing chest compressions or rescue breaths, stay on beat and perfect your technique with a metronome designed specifically for CPR training. Key Features: • Adjustable BPM (beats per minute) • Clear audio cues for each beat • Animated visual beat indicator • Built-in CPR timer for effective practice sessions An active subscription is required to access functionality after three free usages. Privacy Policy: https://cprmetronome.bazon.org/privacy Terms & Conditions: https://cprmetronome.bazon.org/terms

Screenshots

Extra Hands CPR Assistant4 screens
CPR Metronome3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Extra Hands CPR Assistant at 3 against CPR Metronome's 1. Extra Hands CPR Assistant also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Extra Hands CPR Assistant sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and CPR Metronome sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Extra Hands CPR Assistant ships an update every 2 months, CPR Metronome every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Extra Hands CPR Assistant versus CPR Metronome: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterExtra Hands CPR AssistantCPR Metronome
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.1 (17 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—17 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size152 MB15 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperNathan HarigAleksei Omelchenko

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Extra Hands CPR Assistant

One-time3
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • Medium Tip$2.99
  • Large Tip$4.99
3 purchases

CPR Metronome

Subscriptions2
  • Full access (Weekly)3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Full Access (Yearly)$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Full unlimited access$24.99

Questions

Is Extra Hands CPR Assistant free?
Extra Hands CPR Assistant is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CPR Metronome free?
CPR Metronome is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Extra Hands CPR Assistant or CPR Metronome have ads?
Neither Extra Hands CPR Assistant nor CPR Metronome shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Extra Hands CPR Assistant or CPR Metronome?
Extra Hands CPR Assistant ships an update every 2 months, and CPR Metronome every 6 weeks. Most recently, Extra Hands CPR Assistant was updated on October 24, 2026 and CPR Metronome on October 24, 2026.

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