Comparison

DrugDoses vs PediaTools

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

Head to head
About

DrugDoses

Provides precise medication dosages and critical medical information for healthcare professionals, particularly in pediatric intensive care. Includes extensive drug listings, lab values, cardiology data, and pediatric calculation tools for enhanced patient safety and treatment.

Highlights
  • Extensive drug database (2,150+ entries)
  • Pediatric calculation tools (PedCalc)
  • Lab values and cardiology database
  • Up-to-date medication information
  • Adult and pediatric drug listings
Features
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Designed for pediatric intensivists, DrugDoses provides precise and up-to-date medication information to ensure the safety and recovery of your patients. With over 2,150 drug entries, it’s a comprehensive resource for commonly prescribed drugs for both adults and children. Frank Shann’s DrugDoses booklet has been a trusted tool for nearly 40 years. The iOS version keeps you at the forefront of therapeutic advancements, updating drug information faster than the paper version. Beyond drug listings, the app includes over 150 lab values and a complete cardiology database, making it a versatile resource for critical medical information. The integrated PedCalc tool offers essential pediatric scores and formulas, including: ASA score Alveolo-arterial gradient Anion gap Apgar score Blunt abdominal trauma score Body mass index Body surface area Corrected Ca Creatinine clearance (measured & estimated) Endotracheal tube sizes FeNa Glasgow Coma Score Glasgow Outcome Scale Ideal Body Weight Maintenance fluids Mallampati score NACA score Neonatal central lines Oxygen index PaO2/FiO2 ratio Parkland formula Pediatric trauma score Predicted height & spirometry values QTc interval Tubular phosphate reabsorption Vital Signs Follow us on Facebook (http://facebook.drugdoses.net) for updates and to share suggestions. Our Privacy Policy is available at www.drugdoses.net/privacy. DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this app is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. It is based on the reference: Drug Doses, by Frank Shann, 17th edition, Melbourne, Australia, 2017, Collective Pty, Limited, ISBN: 9780648005308. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the content, the authors and developers cannot guarantee that it is free from errors or omissions. Users are responsible for making their own clinical decisions based on the information provided in this app. By using this app, you acknowledge that: - You are a healthcare professional. - You understand that the information provided is for educational purposes only. - You should consult relevant medical literature or colleagues when making clinical decisions, as this app is not a substitute for professional judgment. - You take full responsibility for the clinical decisions you make based on the information provided. - You understand that the authors and developers are not liable for any errors or omissions in the content or for any outcomes related to its use. This disclaimer must be agreed to upon first use of the app and will remain accessible in the settings for future reference. For questions, suggestions, or feedback, please email us at info@drugdoses.net.

About

PediaTools

This medical app provides pediatric calculators for blood counts, fluid requirements, and nutrition. It also includes tools for GFR, hyponatremia correction, and IV drip rates, along with various pediatric scoring systems.

Highlights
  • Pediatric blood count values
  • Hydrocaloric and electrolyte calculations
  • Total Parenteral Nutrition calculations
  • Glomerular filtration rate (GFR) computation
  • Hyponatremia correction calculator
  • IV drip rate calculator
  • Pediatric scoring systems
Features
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This application offers a comprehensive set of clinical tools for pediatric and neonatal care: » Reference values for complete blood count in pediatric patients of all ages. » Calculates daily fluid and electrolyte requirements. » Age-based reference values for serum immunoglobulins, lymphocytes, and complement. » Reference values for laboratory tests such as TSH, FSH, LH, DHEA-S, T4, and other endocrinological parameters. » Calculates requirements for pediatric and neonatal parenteral nutrition. » Estimates the glomerular filtration rate and generates an age-based reference table. » Calculates the correction of hyponatremia and hypernatremia, as well as the free water deficit based on estimated total body water. » Allows calculation of medications used in common pediatric emergency conditions, such as croup, asthma, cardiorespiratory arrest, seizures, anaphylaxis, and hypoglycemia. » Calculates the intravenous infusion rate of drugs used in emergencies. » Includes pediatric and neonatal scales such as Silverman-Andersen, Apgar, Ballard, Pediatric Appendicitis Score, Alvarado, Westley, Pulmonary Score, Wood-Downes-Ferrés, among others. Please note that if you are not a healthcare professional, it is essential to consult a pediatrician before making any medical decision.

Screenshots

DrugDoses4 screens
PediaTools4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: PediaTools at $3.99 against DrugDoses's $14.99. PediaTools also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 64%) and in-app purchases (none vs 4). DrugDoses's advantage is ratings volume (36 vs 6) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On ads, monetization model and 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

DrugDoses costs $14.99 and PediaTools $3.99 up front. DrugDoses sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year. PediaTools asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PediaTools holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DrugDoses has 36 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of DrugDoses's written reviews are positive against 100% of PediaTools's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DrugDoses ships an update every 9 months, PediaTools every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
DrugDoses versus PediaTools: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDrugDosesPediaTools
Price$14.99$3.99 — better
Rating4.6 (36 ratings)5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews64.4% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings36 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB140 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperOliver KaramGerson Rodriguez

Customer experience

DrugDoses

All ratings36 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral2.8%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews59 reviews
Positive64.4%
Neutral15.3%
Negative20.3%

PediaTools

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

DrugDoses

Subscriptions1
  • One year license renewal$4.991 Year
One-time3
  • PedCalc 1st bundle$0.99
  • PICU Guidelines$4.99
  • Lifetime license$4.99
None

PediaTools

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DrugDoses free?
DrugDoses costs $14.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is PediaTools free?
PediaTools costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DrugDoses or PediaTools?
PediaTools is rated higher. DrugDoses averages 4.6 out of 5 from 36 ratings, while PediaTools averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.
Do DrugDoses or PediaTools have ads?
Neither DrugDoses nor PediaTools shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DrugDoses or PediaTools?
DrugDoses ships an update every 9 months, and PediaTools every 5 weeks. Most recently, DrugDoses was updated on September 26, 2026 and PediaTools on September 14, 2026.

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