# iGeriatrics vs FP Notebook

iGeriatrics and FP Notebook both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 61% of FP Notebook's written reviews are positive against 24% of iGeriatrics's. FP Notebook also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 11 months) and ratings volume (3.3K vs 112). iGeriatrics's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FP Notebook sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. iGeriatrics asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for iGeriatrics against 4.9 for FP Notebook. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FP Notebook has 3.3K ratings behind it against 112, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 24% of iGeriatrics's written reviews are positive against 61% of FP Notebook's.

iGeriatrics ships an update every 11 months, FP Notebook every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iGeriatrics | FP Notebook |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (112 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/igeriatrics/id365560773/reviews) | **[4.9 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fp-notebook/id835973313/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 112 | **3.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 23.5% of reviews | **61.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#61** |
| Size | 34 MB | 141 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [American Geriatrics Society](https://appshunter.io/developer/540144304) | [Atmosphere Apps, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/334077424) |

## What reviewers say

### iGeriatrics

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/igeriatrics/id365560773)

This app consolidates clinical tools and references from the American Geriatrics Society for healthcare providers. It offers quick guides on diabetes management, immunizations, cultural considerations, and psychiatric consultations for older adults. It also includes cognitive screening tools and information on managing atrial fibrillation.

**Highlights:** Geriatrics 5Ms Quick Guide, Diabetes Management Guide, Cultural Navigator, Immunization Information, GeriPsych Consult, Cognitive Screening Toolkit, Atrial Fibrillation Management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### FP Notebook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fp-notebook/id835973313)

**Currently charting:** #61 Top Grossing · Medical (US App Store)

A comprehensive medical reference for primary care and emergency clinicians, offering rapid access to over 6100 interlinked topic pages. Content is updated monthly through literature reviews and conferences, providing up-to-date information for medical professionals.

**Highlights:** Rapid access medical reference, Over 6100 interlinked topic pages, Content updated monthly, 31 specialty books, 700+ chapters, Point-of-care tool

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual Sub | $24.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Excellent, comprehensive medical reference
- ⚡️ Efficient, concise, and easy to use
- 🧠 Invaluable for medical students, residents, and practitioners
- 🤝 Highly recommended by users
- 🕰️ Frequently used and relied upon for years

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription model frustrates some users who previously had free access
- 🐞 Occasional app freezing or crashing issues reported
- 🔍 Built-in search function could be improved

**Reported bugs**

- App freezing or crashing on certain devices
- Subscription issues or unexpected charges

**Requested features**

- Ability to earn continuing education credits through the app
- Improved search functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iGeriatrics free?

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

### Is FP Notebook free?

FP Notebook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iGeriatrics or FP Notebook?

FP Notebook is rated higher. iGeriatrics averages 4.8 out of 5 from 112 ratings, while FP Notebook averages 4.9 from 3.3K ratings.

### Do iGeriatrics or FP Notebook have ads?

Neither iGeriatrics nor FP Notebook shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iGeriatrics or FP Notebook?

iGeriatrics ships an update every 11 months, and FP Notebook every 2 months. Most recently, iGeriatrics was updated on October 9, 2026 and FP Notebook on October 13, 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.*