Comparison

ECG Guide vs ECG Interpretation

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

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About

ECG Guide

This comprehensive reference app provides over 200 high-quality ECG examples and in-depth explanations for medical professionals and students. It offers stepwise interpretation assistance, a large library of common and complex findings, and quiz questions to test knowledge.

Highlights
  • Over 200 high-resolution sample ECGs
  • In-depth reference text on ECG interpretation
  • Stepwise ECG Interpreter assistance
  • Over 100 multiple-choice quiz questions
  • Rapid Reference section for quick interpretation
  • Clear descriptions of arrhythmias and findings
  • Pediatric values included
Features
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The most comprehensive ECG app in the iPhone App Store - over 200 examples of common and uncommon ECGs iPad version? bit.ly/ECGiPad or search iTunes "ECG Guide iPad" Praise for the ECG Guide: "The best ECG app currently available." -iMedicalApps.com "Core Medical App." - Georgetown Medical School. “This brand-new gem features concise explanations with ample high-quality ECG examples...” - American College of Emergency Physicians “...a 5 star application” - User review “...a must have application for doctors, residents and medical students.” - User review Succinct yet authoritative, this ECG reference is a critical companion for practicing physicians, medical trainees, nurses and paramedics. It is designed as a learning tool for those still training as well as a reliable reference for more experienced interpreters of ECGs. ***************************** Features: - Full reference text that includes in-depth information on topics such as: - Approach to ECG Interpretation - Analysis of rate, rhythm, axis, P wave, QRS complex, ST segment, T wave and QT interval - Ventricular hypertrophy and atrial enlargement - Assessment of ischemia - Approach to arrhythmia - Bradyarrythmias and tachyarrythmias, Heart block, and much more… (content based on national guidelines 2009 AHA/ACCF/HRS Recommendations for the standardization and interpretation of the electrocardiogram) - The largest ECG library available on the iPhone with over 200 high resolution sample ECGs with common and complex findings for easy reference - ECG Interpreter - Stepwise assistance with ECG interpretation. Helps create differential diagnosis based on simple to assess ECG features. - Over 100 multiple-choice quiz questions to test your knowledge - Rapid Reference section - one tap takes you to 11 summary pages used to confidently interpret ECGs - Clear descriptions of both common and complex arrhythmias and ECG findings - Review etiology and differential diagnosis of common and complex arrhythmias and ECG findings - Pediatric values included Compiled and written by Jason Andrade, MD, FRCPC.

About

ECG Interpretation

This pocket guide offers essential skills for ECG interpretation, rhythm strip analysis, and arrhythmia treatment. It features helpful charts, illustrations, and definitions for students and new nurses. Access content offline and use smart search for quick information retrieval.

Highlights
  • ECG interpretation and rhythm strip analysis
  • Arrhythmia identification and treatment
  • Helpful charts, illustrations, and definitions
  • Offline content access
  • SmartSearch technology
  • Practice Q&A and ACLS algorithms
Features
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"Try before you buy" - Download the FREE App, which includes sample content. In-App purchase required to unlock all content. New at ECG interpretation! No need to go it alone—keep the basic skills and concepts at your fingertips, with ECG Interpretation: An Incredibly Easy!® Pocket Guide. Use this enjoyable reference for at-a-glance reviews of how to use and monitor ECG equipment, obtain and interpret rhythm strips, and accurately spot and treat arrhythmias. Full of helpful charts, illustrations, and easy-to-relate-to definitions, this is the perfect on-the-spot guide for students, new nurses, and all those looking for expert guidance on the job. Increase on-the-job or classroom confidence with this must-have pocket guide, featuring: * NEW and updated content in quick-read, bulleted format, with easy-to-remember guidance on topics including: o Identifying and interpreting atrial, junctional, ventricular, sinus node, and atrioventricular arrhythmias o ECG effects of electrolyte imbalances o ECG effects of antiarrhythmics o Basic and advanced electrocardiography, including equipment uses and components o Waveform types and components * Dozens of photos, drawings, and diagrams clearly outline key concepts, including: * 8-step method of ECG evaluation * Identifying and monitoring disorders, rhythm disturbances, and electrolyte imbalances * Placement of different types of leads * Identifying and solving monitor problems * Interventions – Administering nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic treatments for arrhythmias, including pacemakers, ICDs, and antiarrhythmics Special features: * Memory jogger – Memory tricks that help you remember key concepts and treatments * Through the ages – Identifies differences in ECG interpretation and pacemaker needs, according to the patient’s age * Help desk – Explanations of monitoring equipment components and functions
What causes it – Causes of different disorders, imbalances, and arrhythmias What to look for – Tips on identifying and interpreting arrhythmias how it’s treated – Steps to take for a variety of treatment “Nurse Joy” and “Nurse Jake” – Expert insights on ECG methods and problem-solving * 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. Includes guides and tests: * The Test Zone – Practice Q&A * Quick guide to arrhythmias * ACLS algorithms: The Pulseless Arrest, Tachycardia, and Bradycardia * Guide to antiarrhythmic drugs * Guide to choosing monitoring leads ISBN 10: 1496352165 ISBN 13: 9781496352163 SUBSCRIPTION : Please purchase a yearly auto-renewing subscription to receive content access and available updates. 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 and 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 508-299-3000 Privacy Policy - https://www.skyscape.com/terms-of-service/privacypolicy.aspx Terms and Conditions - https://www.skyscape.com/terms-of-service/licenseagreement.aspx Author(s): Jessica Shank Coviello, DNP, APM, ANP-BC Publisher: Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

Screenshots

ECG Guide3 screens
ECG Interpretation4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ECG Interpretation at Free against ECG Guide's $0.99. ECG Interpretation also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.6). ECG Guide's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On device support 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

ECG Interpretation is free to download; ECG Guide costs $0.99 up front. ECG Interpretation sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $29.99 per year. ECG Guide asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ECG Interpretation holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ECG Guide ships an update every 2 months, ECG Interpretation every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
ECG Guide versus ECG Interpretation: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterECG GuideECG Interpretation
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating3.6 (8 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#159 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS11.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB46 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperWebMDSkyscape Medpresso Inc

Customer experience

ECG Guide

All ratings8 ratings
Positive62.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews132 reviews
Positive75.8%
Neutral7.6%
Negative16.7%

ECG Interpretation

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

ECG Guide

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • App crashes at startup
  • Incompatible with iOS 4 (fixed in later updates)
  • Incompatible with iOS 11 (64-bit update needed)
  • UI appears blown-up and blurry on iPhone 6+
  • Cannot exit ECG view when rotated sideways
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  • Crashes after OS 3.0 update
  • Incorrect pricing display in some regions

Requested features

14 requests
  • iPad support and optimization
  • Highlight or circle abnormalities on ECG images
  • Search functionality for finding specific content
  • Customizable quiz difficulty levels
  • ACLS algorithms integration
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  • Pediatric reference tables and criteria
  • Arrows and annotations on ECG samples
  • Corrected QT calculator
  • Alternate lead placement information (Fontane, Brugada)
  • Notes and favorites functionality
  • Camera integration to analyze ECG photos
  • Device synchronization between iPhone and iPad
  • More heart block examples
  • Smoother landscape/portrait transitions

ECG Interpretation

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

ECG Guide

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

ECG Interpretation

Subscriptions1
  • ECG Interpret. PktGuide 1Y Sub$29.991 Year

Questions

Is ECG Guide free?
ECG Guide costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is ECG Interpretation free?
ECG Interpretation is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ECG Guide or ECG Interpretation?
ECG Interpretation is rated higher. ECG Guide averages 3.6 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while ECG Interpretation averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do ECG Guide or ECG Interpretation have ads?
ECG Interpretation shows ads; ECG Guide does not.
Which is updated more often, ECG Guide or ECG Interpretation?
ECG Guide ships an update every 2 months, and ECG Interpretation every 5 months. Most recently, ECG Guide was updated on November 10, 2026 and ECG Interpretation on November 3, 2026.

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