Comparison

AO Surgery Reference vs Concise Orthopedics

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

Head to head
About

AO Surgery Reference

Access a comprehensive online repository of surgical knowledge for fracture management. It provides detailed guidance on diagnosis, treatment, and aftercare for numerous fracture types, supported by extensive illustrations and expert review.

Highlights
  • 353 fracture types covered
  • 172 surgical approaches
  • 1222 surgical procedures
  • Over 30,000 illustrations
  • Feline, canine, and equine fracture care
  • Powerful search function
Features
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QUICK ONLINE REFERENCE IN CLINICAL LIFE Gain easy access to the award-winning AO Surgery Reference. AO Surgery Reference is an online repository for surgical knowledge. It describes the complete surgical management process from diagnosis to aftercare for all fractures of a given anatomical region, and also assembles relevant material that the AO has published before. It gives access to:   • aid in surgical decision making for 353 fracture types • 172 approaches • 1222 surgical procedures • all richly illustrated with more than 30'000 Illustrations and much more. To ensure the quality of the content, it is authored, edited, and peer reviewed by experienced AO Faculty from all over the world, some of which are also well-known textbook authors/editors. This is a relaunch of the AO Surgery Reference app utilizing the same responsive user interface that was released February 2020. The highlights are: • Consistent navigational logic and user experience on all screen sizes • Inclusion of feline, canine, and equine fracture care • Combination of Preparation – Approach – Reduction and Fixation – Aftercare into one step called treatment. • Introduction of a powerful search function, allowing simplifications of the user interface as it replaces previous shortcuts.

About

Concise Orthopedics

Features
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A concise and exam-focused learning resource designed to simplify orthopedics and musculoskeletal medicine for fast understanding and effective revision. This resource covers common orthopedic conditions, fractures, joint disorders, and musculoskeletal examinations frequently tested in medical exams. Emphasis is placed on clinical assessment, examination technique, imaging interpretation, and management principles. Content is structured for rapid revision and exam performance, helping learners focus on high-yield orthopedic concepts without unnecessary detail. Clear summaries support preparation for OSCE stations, written exams, and clinical postings. Suitable for medical students and junior doctors preparing for orthopedic examinations and improving confidence in musculoskeletal assessment. Key Features: - Concise orthopedic topic explanations - Musculoskeletal examination frameworks - Fractures and joint disorders coverage - Exam-oriented clinical summaries - Structured for rapid OSCE revision Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical training or clinical judgment. Always rely on qualified healthcare professionals for patient care decisions. For support, contact: contact@rermedapps.com Terms of Use – https://rermedapps.com/terms-of-use Privacy Policy – https://rermedapps.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

AO Surgery Reference4 screens
Concise Orthopedics4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AO Surgery Reference at none against Concise Orthopedics's 4. AO Surgery Reference also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads 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

Both are free to download. Concise Orthopedics sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. AO Surgery Reference asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
AO Surgery Reference versus Concise Orthopedics: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAO Surgery ReferenceConcise Orthopedics
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (14 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews85.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings14 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB47 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperAO FoundationRER MedApps

In-app purchases

None

AO Surgery Reference

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Concise Orthopedics

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly3 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Access - 50% Off$24.99
  • Lifetime Access$49.99

Questions

Is AO Surgery Reference free?
AO Surgery Reference is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Concise Orthopedics free?
Concise Orthopedics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do AO Surgery Reference or Concise Orthopedics have ads?
Neither AO Surgery Reference nor Concise Orthopedics shows ads.

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