Comparison

CathSource vs Echo UW

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

Head to head
About

CathSource

A comprehensive medical reference focused on cardiac catheterization and angiography. It offers a searchable index of specialized topics, a database of videos of common and rare findings, and a collection of images including hemodynamic formulas and tables.

Highlights
  • Searchable index of cardiac catheterization topics
  • Database of coronary angiogram, ventriculogram, and aortogram videos
  • Image database with hemodynamic formulas and tables
  • Covers common and rare cardiovascular pathologies
  • Developed by practicing Interventional Cardiologists
Features
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CathSource (from the creators of ECGsource) is an up-to-date medical reference devoted exclusively to cardiac catheterization and angiography. Developed by practicing Interventional Cardiologists for both specialists and trainees in the field of cardiovascular disease, CathSource offers the following content: * Searchable index of specialized topics including: Normal Coronary Anatomy Anomalous Coronary Arteries Coronary Artery Aneurysms Myocardial Bridging Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy Plaque Rupture & Thrombus Standard Views of Angiography Left Ventriculography Coarctation of the Aorta Femoral Artery Access for Angiography Radial Artery Access for Angiography Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS) Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR) Hemodynamics: Intracardiac Pressures Hemodynamics: Intracardiac Waveforms Hemodynamics: Cardiac Output Hemodynamics: Intracardiac Shunts Hemodynamics: Aortic Stenosis Hemodynamcis: Aortic Regurgitation Hemodynamics: Mitral Stenosis Hemodynamcis: Mitral Regurgitation Hemodynamcis: Constriction Hemodynamics: Restriction * Searchable database containing more than 30 videos (coronary angiograms, ventriculograms, and aortograms) of both common and rare findings in the cardiac catheterization lab * Searchable database of over 65 images including hemodynamic formulas, tables, and figures CathSource provides a detailed overview of important cardiac catheterization and angiography topics, incorporating educational images/videos as well as reviews of pertinent medical literature. CathSource is the ideal application to assist you in understanding and recognizing cardiovascular pathology in the catheterization lab.

About

Echo UW

This app offers step-by-step guidance for performing pediatric echocardiograms, using visuals and video clips. It serves as a training tool for sonographers, fellows, and cardiologists, and for anyone interested in learning the procedure.

Highlights
  • Step-by-step instructions
  • Video clips and images
  • Illustrations for learning
  • Four standard views covered
  • Protocol-based navigation
  • Detailed notes available
Features
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The Echo app provides step-by-step instructions for performing a normal pediatric echocardiogram and uses video clips, images and illustrations to aid in instruction. The app is intended to be used by sonographers at all levels of training, pediatric cardiology fellows, as a teaching aid for pediatric cardiologists and by anyone interested in learning how to perform the normal pediatric echo exam. There are four standard views where images can be obtained: 1. Subcostal 2. Parasternal 3. Apical 4. Suprasternal The exact images and the order in which the images and views are obtained varies by institution. Each protocol (subcostal, parasternal, apical or suprasternal) can be followed in order by clicking on the next tab at the bottom of the page or you can click on an individual numbered view within the protocol list to be taken directly to that view. The name of the view and instructions will pop-up automatically at the bottom of the page. The instructions and additional notes can also be found in the “NOTE” button at the bottom of the page. About The Pediatric and Adult Congenital Heart Program at American Family Children’s Hospital The UW Health Pediatric and Adult Congenital Heart Program consists of a highly experienced team providing diagnostic, interventional and surgical services. We are committed to providing the best outcomes for children and adults with congenital heart disease as well as for children with acquired heart issues. Our goal is deliver remarkable care that exceeds expectations in partnership with our patients, families and referring physicians. You can learn more about the UW Pediatric and Adult Congenital Heart Program at uwhealthkids.org/hearts. Development The content and illustrations were created by Margaret Greco, MD. For questions regarding the app, contact: mmgreco@pediatrics.wisc.edu The mobile application was developed by Jonah Pelfrey. To reach out to the developer, please contact: pelfreyjonah@gmail.com A special thank you to J. Carter Ralphe MD, Ellen Wald MD, Catherine Allen MD, Derek Hoyme MD, Shardha Srinivasan MBBS, John Hokanson MD, Nicholas Von Bergen MD, John Hambrook MD, Matthew Smith PhD, JoAnne Weber BS, RDCS, RVT, James Bednarz RDCS, FACE, Jamie Beebe RDCS, Jennifer Lassiter RDCS, RVT, Michael Miller RDCS, and the entire Heart Program Team. The Echo app is made available to the sonography community as a service in connection with the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s outreach mission. It is intended as a training resource for sonographers, but is not a substitute for other forms of training. THE UNIVERSITY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES IN CONNECTION WITH THE ECHO APP, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, AND WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT. By using the Echo app, you acknowledge and agree to the foregoing and waive any and all claims of any kind and description against the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System, its officers, employees and agents, in connection with your use of the Echo app and any decisions you may make as a result of using the Echo app.

Screenshots

CathSource4 screens
Echo UW4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Echo UW at 100% against CathSource's 43%. Echo UW also leads on rating (5.0 vs 1.6) and monetization model (free vs paid). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

Echo UW holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 23 and 9 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of CathSource's written reviews are positive against 100% of Echo UW's.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
CathSource versus Echo UW: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCathSourceEcho UW
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.6 (23 ratings)5.0 (9 ratings) — better
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings23 — better9
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.58.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size79 MB65 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperECGsource LLCUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison Shared Apps

Customer experience

CathSource

All ratings23 ratings
Positive8.7%
Neutral8.7%
Negative82.6%
Written reviews35 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral8.6%
Negative48.6%

Echo UW

All ratings9 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

CathSource

No in-app purchases

None

Echo UW

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CathSource free?
CathSource is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Echo UW free?
Echo UW is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, CathSource or Echo UW?
Echo UW is rated higher. CathSource averages 1.6 out of 5 from 23 ratings, while Echo UW averages 5.0 from 9 ratings.
Do CathSource or Echo UW have ads?
Neither CathSource nor Echo UW shows ads.

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