Comparison

Pedi STAT vs Quick PEDS EMS Guide

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

Head to head
About

Pedi STAT

This app provides rapid, accurate reference data for healthcare professionals treating pediatric patients in emergency or critical care. It offers quick access to medication dosages, equipment sizes, and vital signs, calculated based on age and weight, to minimize errors and improve patient care.

Highlights
  • Pediatric medication dosages
  • Airway intervention data
  • Cardiac resuscitation information
  • Pediatric equipment sizes
  • Seizure and hypoglycemia management
  • Normal vital signs reference
  • Procedural sedation dosages
Features
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Pedi-STAT is a rapid reference for RNs, paramedics, physicians and other healthcare professionals caring for pediatric patients in the emergency or critical care environment. ************************************ Reviews ************************************ Among "The Best Drug Reference Apps for Emergency Physicians" - Emergency Physicians Monthly 5 STARS - "Simple interface provides rapid access to critical data needed when managing a critically ill pediatric patient" 5 Stars - "Very useful for treating kids in high pressure situations with precision." ***************************** Pedi-STAT features include: - Rapid results for airway interventions including endotracheal tube sizes, depth, intubation medication dosages, ventilator settings, and sedation - Cardiac resuscitation data including weight specific dosages for resuscitation medications, cardioversion, and defibrillation - Access to age and weight specific pediatric equipment including foley catheters, airway management, chest and NG tubes, peripheral and central line sizes, and more - Seizure medication dosages - Management of hypoglycemia including age specific dextrose concentrations - Reference of age specific normal vital signs - Procedural sedation dosages including single dose meds and infusions, as well as reversal agents - Calculated pain management medications - Medical management of allergic reactions and anaphylaxis Users can quickly access critical information accurately, without having to rely on memory or cumbersome textbooks. With just a few taps, users have access to all the necessary data to care for a pediatric patient in the emergent setting, including weight-based and age specific medication dosages and equipment sizes. Since many of the patients present with minimal known information, all the results can be calculated rapidly with only a known age, date-of-birth, weight, length, or height. Simply enter the known variable and the data is instantly calculated. Developed by an Emergency Physician, this app minimizes the risk of medical errors allowing the provider to spend more time caring for the patient, and less time looking up and calculating doses. It is a critical companion for any physician, nurse, paramedic, or medical trainee involved in the care of critically ill pediatric patients.

About

Quick PEDS EMS Guide

This medical reference app provides EMS professionals with quick access to pediatric care guidelines, including medication calculations, burn care, and airway management. It features color-coded, weight-based information for rapid treatment decisions and is a one-time purchase with no subscriptions.

Highlights
  • Pediatric EMS quick reference
  • Color-coded weight-based information
  • Medication administration guidance
  • Airway management adjunct sizing
  • Age-dependent burn care
  • Weight conversion calculator
Features
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Includes General info Resp care Weight conversion with calculator Color category ( use with length based or age or weight ) Formula Burn Care Medication calculation Overview: Are you an EMS professional looking for a reliable and comprehensive resource to assist you in the care of pediatric patients? Look no further! Our Pediatric EMS Quick Reference app is designed specifically for EMS professionals like you, providing quick and easy access to essential information right at your fingertips. -Quick Reference for Pediatric Care: This app is tailor-made for the EMS setting, offering concise and relevant information for the care of pediatric patients. -Color-Coded Weight-Based Information: We understand that every second counts in emergency situations. Our app utilizes color-coded weight-based information, making it easy for you to determine appropriate treatments and interventions quickly. -Length-Based Tapes Compatibility: Whether you use weight-based or length-based measurement tools, our color coding system remains consistent for ease of use and accuracy. -Medication Administration Guidance: Access a quick reference guide for medication administration specific to pediatric patients, ensuring you provide the right doses at the right time. -Airway Management Adjunct Sizing: Never struggle with airway management decisions again. Find information on endotracheal tube (ET) sizes and other rescue airway devices with ease. -Age-Dependent Burn Care: Get guidance on age-dependent burn care and the appropriate medications by weight, ensuring optimal care for pediatric burn patients. No Subscriptions Required: Unlike many other apps, we don't ask for recurring subscriptions. Purchase once, and the app is yours to use indefinitely. Share with Your Colleagues: Spread the word and share this app with fellow EMS providers who can benefit from having this valuable resource. Remember, while our app is a powerful tool, it's essential to consult with medical direction for specific cases. Pediatric care can be complex, and our app is here to assist, not replace, your professional judgment. For EMS by EMS, our Pediatric EMS Quick Reference app is designed to make your job easier, more efficient, and ultimately help you provide the best care for pediatric patients in critical moments. Don't waste time doing calculations on your fingers; have the information you need when it matters most. Download the app today and be better prepared to

Screenshots

Pedi STAT4 screens
Quick PEDS EMS Guide3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Quick PEDS EMS Guide at 5.0 against Pedi STAT's 4.5. Quick PEDS EMS Guide also leads on price ($2.99 vs $7.99) and review sentiment (100% vs 86%). Pedi STAT's advantage is ratings volume (68 vs 3) and chart position (#2 vs unranked). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Pedi STAT costs $7.99 and Quick PEDS EMS Guide $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Quick PEDS EMS Guide holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pedi STAT has 68 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of Pedi STAT's written reviews are positive against 100% of Quick PEDS EMS Guide's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Pedi STAT versus Quick PEDS EMS Guide: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPedi STATQuick PEDS EMS Guide
Price$7.99$2.99 — better
Rating4.5 (68 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews85.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings68 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank#2 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB75 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperJames M Kempema MD PANational Emergency Resource Group

Customer experience

Pedi STAT

All ratings68 ratings
Positive86.8%
Neutral4.4%
Negative8.8%
Written reviews106 reviews
Positive85.8%
Neutral4.7%
Negative9.4%

Quick PEDS EMS Guide

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Pedi STAT

Reported bugs

11 issues
  • App stuck on loading screen at startup
  • Slow boot time (30+ seconds)
  • Crashes when checking for database updates without internet
  • Freezes when internet connectivity is poor
  • Inaccurate dosage recommendations for infants/young children
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  • Spelling errors in medication names (anaphylaxis, succhinylcholine, nebulyzed)
  • Incorrect max dose information (anaphylaxis 1mg vs 1mg/kg)
  • GCS scoring error (15 = mild TBI classification)
  • Vital signs section labeled as 'normal viral signs' alphabetically
  • Icon change caused app recognition issues
  • Retina display support missing (older versions)

Requested features

19 requests
  • Search function to find medications by name
  • Oral antibiotic dosing options (free or included)
  • Adult medication dosing reference
  • Dark mode support
  • Extended weight range (above 43kg)
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  • Extended age range (above 12 years)
  • Reversal agent dosing (glycopyrrolate, neostigmine)
  • Pressor drip dosing (epinephrine, norepinephrine, dopamine)
  • Shock/hypotension management section
  • Platelet and PRBC transfusion dosing
  • Hydrocortisone bolus for shock
  • iPad version support
  • Antibiotic syrup formulations
  • Customizable local medical directives
  • Drug concentration and mL calculations
  • Optional update prompts instead of automatic checks
  • Updated PALS and NRP guidelines
  • Ability to search by drug category
  • Offline functionality

Quick PEDS EMS Guide

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Pedi STAT

No in-app purchases

None

Quick PEDS EMS Guide

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pedi STAT free?
Pedi STAT costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Quick PEDS EMS Guide free?
Quick PEDS EMS Guide costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Pedi STAT or Quick PEDS EMS Guide?
Quick PEDS EMS Guide is rated higher. Pedi STAT averages 4.5 out of 5 from 68 ratings, while Quick PEDS EMS Guide averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Pedi STAT or Quick PEDS EMS Guide have ads?
Neither Pedi STAT nor Quick PEDS EMS Guide shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pedi STAT or Quick PEDS EMS Guide?
Pedi STAT ships an update every 2 months, and Quick PEDS EMS Guide every 2 months. Most recently, Pedi STAT was updated on October 13, 2026 and Quick PEDS EMS Guide on September 17, 2026.

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