Comparison

findERnow vs Region X EMS Protocols

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

Head to head
About

findERnow

Quickly locate the nearest emergency rooms across the U.S. using your phone's GPS. Get directions, view ER visit volume, and check for specialized trauma, burn, stroke, or geriatric care centers. Ideal for travelers or those with health concerns.

Highlights
  • Locate closest ER with one click
  • Comprehensive national ER database
  • GPS-based location services
  • View ER visit volume and specialized centers
  • EMS View for trauma/stroke center capabilities
  • Information on Geriatric and Pediatric ER preparedness
Features
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findERnow app is the fastest, most reliable emergency room (ER) finder on the app market today. The findERnow app will locate the closest ER with just one click by using the most comprehensive national database available. findERnow uses the iPhone’s GPS to quickly locate ERs anywhere in the U.S. You can select the closest ER or another nearby ER in a map or list format and can locate the closest ERs by driving time or by distance. Once you select an ER, you have 1-click access to directions to the ER and additional information about annual ER visit volume and whether the hospital has a verified adult trauma, adult burn, or stroke center. Using the “EMS View” feature, you can also see whether an adult trauma or stroke center has advanced or basic capabilities. The “EMS View” feature is designed for Emergency Medical Services personnel, but it may be viewed by anyone interested in learning more about these capabilities. You also have the ability to search online for more information about the ER. We have added a new feature that includes information about which ERs are Recognized Geriatric ERs. These ERs are more likely to be prepared to provide emergency care for geriatric patients. You can also quickly see if ERs are more likely to be prepared to provide emergency care for children, as these ERs are marked with a dark blue baby icon. You can also quickly access information about the % of annual visits from children, if the hospital has a verified pediatric trauma or pediatric burn center, if the ER has a separate pediatric area, and if the ER has pediatric emergency care coordinators. findERnow is ideal for travelers, especially those suffering with chronic medical conditions, or those traveling with friends or relatives with health problems. Whether you are traveling or close to home, find the nearest ER quickly with findERnow! Terms of Use: http://emnet-usa.org/policies/app_terms_of_use.htm

About

Region X EMS Protocols

Access Region X (IL) protocols and supporting materials offline. Features quick indexed lookup, search functionality, and a favorites tab for essential content. Allows for customizable notes and is always available on your device.

Highlights
  • Offline protocol access
  • Quick indexed lookup
  • Search titles and text
  • Favorites tab
  • Customizable notes
  • Regular updates
Features
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Region X EMS Protocols provides quick offline access to the Region X (IL) protocols and supporting materials. Features include: •Quick indexed lookup of content in a matter of seconds •Search titles and text •Favorites tab for quick access of what's important to you •Updated regularly, ensuring content is up-to-date •Customizable notes for each individual entry •Always with you as long as you have your device and never fades or tears

Screenshots

findERnow4 screens
Region X EMS Protocols4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: findERnow at 4.3 against Region X EMS Protocols's 1.8. findERnow also leads on ratings volume (47 vs 5). Region X EMS Protocols's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

findERnow holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: findERnow has 47 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

findERnow ships an update every 4 months, Region X EMS Protocols every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
findERnow versus Region X EMS Protocols: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterfindERnowRegion X EMS Protocols
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (47 ratings) — better1.8 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews86.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings47 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB28 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMassachusetts General HospitalAcid Remap LLC

Customer experience

findERnow

All ratings47 ratings
Positive80.9%
Neutral4.3%
Negative14.9%
Written reviews66 reviews
Positive86.4%
Neutral9.1%
Negative4.5%

Region X EMS Protocols

All ratings5 ratings
Positive20.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative80.0%

Bugs and requests

findERnow

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Does not prompt for location permission
  • Does not show ERs in some counties
  • Continually tries to find location instead of allowing manual input
  • Address bar is useless if location not found
  • Inaccurate hospital locations in Los Angeles

Requested features

13 requests
  • Integrate with Google Maps
  • Add Trauma Rating (L1, L2, etc.)
  • Include phone numbers for ERs
  • Include address for ERs
  • Include Helicopter availability
Show 8 more
  • Differentiate between hospital ER and standalone ER
  • Filter options for burn centers, trauma centers, cath labs
  • Allow manual address input
  • Add location of fire/rescue/EMS/police stations
  • International version
  • Ability to pan to other locations to refresh ERs
  • Add street access for ER entrances/ambulance bays
  • Search for EDs in other areas

Region X EMS Protocols

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

findERnow

No in-app purchases

None

Region X EMS Protocols

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is findERnow free?
findERnow is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Region X EMS Protocols free?
Region X EMS Protocols is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, findERnow or Region X EMS Protocols?
findERnow is rated higher. findERnow averages 4.3 out of 5 from 47 ratings, while Region X EMS Protocols averages 1.8 from 5 ratings.
Do findERnow or Region X EMS Protocols have ads?
Neither findERnow nor Region X EMS Protocols shows ads.
Which is updated more often, findERnow or Region X EMS Protocols?
findERnow ships an update every 4 months, and Region X EMS Protocols every 2 months. Most recently, findERnow was updated on September 14, 2026 and Region X EMS Protocols on September 15, 2026.

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