Comparison

ChildrensMD vs Parker Rec

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

Head to head
About

ChildrensMD

This app offers care guidelines for minor childhood illnesses and injuries, helping parents make informed decisions about seeking medical attention. It also provides easy access to doctor directories, facility locations, and direct contact options for pediatric nurses and emergency services.

Highlights
  • Symptom checker for illness and injury
  • Medication dosage and list management
  • Doctor directory search
  • Facility location finder
  • Emergency contact access
  • 24/7 nurse hotline
Features
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Questions and concerns about your child’s health can arise day or night - when you’re at work, travelling or your doctor’s office is closed. ChildrensMD is designed especially for these times. It provides care guidelines to help you make smart decisions on what level of care (if any) is needed and how to provide symptom relief for minor illnesses and injuries at home. And if your child does need expert care, specialists at Children’s Hospital Colorado are one tap away. Our new design supports easier access to the everyday resources you may need: Does your child have a new symptom, injury or behavior? • Symptoms – for help deciding what to do when your child is sick or hurt • Meds – for help with dosages and maintaining a list of your child’s medications Where should you take your child for treatment if they need to be seen for care? • Find a Doctor – search our directory to find the right doctor for your child • Locations – quick access to our facilities network of care locations • Emergency – quick connections to Poison Center, 911 and ER locations Want to connect with Children’s Colorado? • Contact Us – useful phone numbers for common Children’s Colorado services • Call a Nurse – caring pediatric nurses available 24/7 • Social media – connect with our community Disclaimer: The information provided with this application is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment; it is for informational purposes only. Talk with your healthcare provider about any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. If you think your child may have a medical emergency, call 911 immediately. Before using ChildrensMD, all users should read and agree with the full disclaimer available in the application.

About

Parker Rec

Features
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Discover the ultimate way to stay connected with your community and manage your recreational activities! Designed to provide a seamless and personalized experience, our app makes it easy to sign up for activities, manage your schedule, and more. Key Features: Activity Registration: Quickly find and register for activities, classes, and programs that interest you. Smart Search: Use our intuitive, AI powered search to find exactly what you're looking for, from swim classes to yoga sessions. Membership Management: Easily access and scan your membership card, manage memberships, and even freeze them when needed. Schedule Management: Keep track of your activities and those of your family members, with the option to add events to your phone’s calendar. Digital Check-In: Use your phone to check into facilities and activities, no need for physical ID cards. Secure Payments: Pay for activities easily and securely with your saved payment methods.

Screenshots

ChildrensMD4 screens
Parker Rec3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Parker Rec at every 2 months against ChildrensMD's every 6 months. ChildrensMD's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ChildrensMD ships an update every 6 months, Parker Rec every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
ChildrensMD versus Parker Rec: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChildrensMDParker Rec
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (22 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings22 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size59 MB11 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperChildren's Hospital ColoradoTown of Parker

In-app purchases

None

ChildrensMD

No in-app purchases

None

Parker Rec

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ChildrensMD free?
ChildrensMD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Parker Rec free?
Parker Rec is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ChildrensMD or Parker Rec have ads?
Neither ChildrensMD nor Parker Rec shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ChildrensMD or Parker Rec?
ChildrensMD ships an update every 6 months, and Parker Rec every 2 months. Most recently, ChildrensMD was updated on October 23, 2026 and Parker Rec on October 25, 2026.

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