Comparison

EMS Anyware Vanguard vs Flight Medic's Notebook

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

Head to head
About

EMS Anyware Vanguard

This app provides EMS field managers with wireless access to their dispatching system data. It offers summary analytics, active unit tracking, scheduled work management, and crew information, all within a HIPAA-compliant cloud environment.

Highlights
  • Real-time dispatch data access
  • Summary analytics
  • Active unit tracking
  • Scheduled work management
  • Crew member information
  • Push notifications
  • Configurable filters
Features
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EMS Field Managers, finally an App Designed specifically for you. EMS Anyware Vanguard Mobile Manager places, at your fingertips, full wireless access to data residing on your dispatching system! ** HOW OUR SERVICE WORKS ** - Our monthly service includes support, custom analytics development, and app content tailored specific to your operation. - Our data exchanger service runs on your dispatching system. We currently support JefBar, Zoll RescueNet, Traumasoft, and MRES. Not using one of these? We are willing to expand to any other system. - Our service securely captures data from your system and sends it to our cloud to be accessed via EMS Anyware Vanguard. We maintain a secure, HIPAA compliant cloud environment. - Enjoy up to date information about your operation from "Anyware". ** EFFICIENTLY MANAGE AND TRACK YOUR OPERATIONS ANYWARE ** - Summary Analytics that help you to decide what needs attention or where your problem areas may be. - Active Units allows you to see all the units currently in the field, where they are, which crew is assigned, and what trips they have taken during the current shift. Many Statuses will be color coded using the same colors you have set up in your dispatching system. - Scheduled Work allows you to view all of your open work items that are scheduled within the next 24hrs. - People allows you to view all of your crew members and their information stored in the dispatching system. EMS Anyware Vanguard will compute their assigned unit hours worked in the current pay period based on the trips they have been assigned, allowing you to resource load work and manage overtime. - Setup in-app push notifications to be alerted of critical events. Notifications can be set up globally for your operation as well as individually for each user, all from within the app. - Configure the app with filters which allow you to view only specific companies/divisions, dispatch areas or call types defined in your system.

About

Flight Medic's Notebook

Features
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Flight Notebook - Professional Medical Transport Documentation Flight Notebook is a comprehensive documentation tool designed specifically for flight medics, paramedics, and medical transport professionals. Streamline your case documentation with an intuitive interface built for the fast-paced environment of air and ground medical transport. KEY FEATURES: Complete Case Management • Create and manage multiple transport cases • Document case numbers, platforms (Fixed Wing, Rotor, Ground), origins, and destinations • Add detailed case notes and summaries • Share comprehensive reports with a single tap Event Timeline Tracking • Quick-stamp critical events with precise timestamps • Platform-specific event templates (Fixed Wing, Rotor, Ground) • Customizable events for your workflow • Chronological timeline view with durations between events • Track scene times, transport times, and handoff events Patient Information • Comprehensive vital signs tracking (HR, RR, SpO₂, BP, EtCO₂, Temp) • Height and weight documentation with automatic conversions • Age and gender documentation • Patient notes section Advanced Medication Management • 27 pre-configured common emergency medications • RSI (Rapid Sequence Intubation) medication support with automatic weight-based dose calculations • Infusion rate calculator with concentration conversions • Weight-based dosing with automatic mL/hr calculations • Volume calculations for bolus medications • Editable concentrations for different suppliers • Complete medication history with timestamps • Dose recommendations displayed for RSI protocols Ventilator Management • Multiple ventilator modes (AC/VC, AC/PC, SIMV/VC, SIMV/PC, PSV, CPAP, BiPAP) • Complete settings documentation (FiO₂, Rate, PEEP, Pressure Support, Volume, PIP, VTE) • ETT size, depth, and cuff pressure tracking • Ideal Body Weight (IBW) calculator with tidal volume recommendations • Ventilator check logging with timestamps • Settings change documentation • Integrated into timeline for complete case overview Summary & Reporting • Comprehensive case summaries with all data • Event duration calculations • Complete patient information overview • Medication administration log • Ventilator settings and changes • Share full reports via SMS, email, or any sharing service • Professional formatting for handoff documentation Privacy & Security • All data stored locally on your device • No cloud synchronization - complete data privacy • HIPAA-compliant data storage practices • No external servers or data collection • You control all data sharing User-Friendly Design • Clean, intuitive interface designed for in-flight use • Easy navigation between screens • Quick-access buttons for time-critical functions • Smooth scrolling on all devices • Optimized for both phones and tablets Perfect For: • Flight Paramedics and Flight Nurses • Air Medical Transport Teams • Critical Care Transport Personnel • Ground EMS Providers • Emergency Medical Services Educators • Medical Transport Training Programs Professional Medical Tool Flight Notebook is designed by medical professionals for medical professionals. It provides comprehensive documentation capabilities while maintaining ease of use in high-stress environments. IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: This app is for documentation purposes only and does not replace clinical judgment, medical training, or established protocols. All clinical decisions must be based on your professional training, current medical guidelines, and the specific circumstances of each patient. Support & Feedback We're committed to continuous improvement based on user feedback. Contact us with suggestions, feature requests, or issues. Download Flight Notebook today and streamline your medical transport documentation workflow! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

EMS Anyware Vanguard4 screens
Flight Medic's Notebook4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EMS Anyware Vanguard at none against Flight Medic's Notebook's 3. EMS Anyware Vanguard also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). Flight Medic's Notebook's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 months). 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. Flight Medic's Notebook sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. EMS Anyware Vanguard asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EMS Anyware Vanguard ships an update every 5 months, Flight Medic's Notebook fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
EMS Anyware Vanguard versus Flight Medic's Notebook: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEMS Anyware VanguardFlight Medic's Notebook
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVLI Tech, Inc.Sean Brown

In-app purchases

None

EMS Anyware Vanguard

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Flight Medic's Notebook

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription1 Month trial$4.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription1 Month trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$19.99

Questions

Is EMS Anyware Vanguard free?
EMS Anyware Vanguard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Flight Medic's Notebook free?
Flight Medic's Notebook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do EMS Anyware Vanguard or Flight Medic's Notebook have ads?
Neither EMS Anyware Vanguard nor Flight Medic's Notebook shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EMS Anyware Vanguard or Flight Medic's Notebook?
EMS Anyware Vanguard ships an update every 5 months, and Flight Medic's Notebook fortnightly. Most recently, EMS Anyware Vanguard was updated on October 23, 2026 and Flight Medic's Notebook on October 28, 2026.

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