Comparison

Case Files vs BLOCKJOCKS

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

Head to head
About

Case Files

Master anesthesiology with real clinical cases to build decision-making confidence. This app offers high-yield content for efficient learning, exam preparation, and clinical readiness, all in short, focused sessions.

Highlights
  • Real clinical cases
  • Step-by-step anesthesia management
  • High-yield explanations
  • Exam preparation (USMLE, shelf)
  • Progress tracking
  • Case-based learning
Features
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Master Anesthesiology—Fast: Learn anesthesiology through real clinical cases and build the confidence to make critical decisions under pressure. Case Files: Anesthesiology delivers high-yield content designed for efficient, focused learning. Think Clearly in High-Stakes Situations: -Each case mirrors real patient scenarios, helping you develop the clinical judgment needed for anesthesia management—not just memorize facts. High-Yield Review for Critical Decisions -Designed for both exam prep and clinical readiness: -50+ high-yield clinical cases -Step-by-step anesthesia management -Clear explanations and clinical pearls -Built for rapid understanding and retention Built for Exam & Rotation Success: -Prepare effectively for USMLE Step 2 CK and shelf exams while strengthening real-world clinical skills. Study Anywhere, Anytime: -Review cases quickly -Track your progress -Learn in short, focused sessions Trusted Case Files® Series: -Proven case-based learning -Real-world clinical scenarios -High-yield, exam-focused content Get Started: -Download the app to access sample cases. Unlock the full set for complete anesthesiology review. Expanded Apps Privacy Policy: https://expandedapps.com/privacy-policy/

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About

BLOCKJOCKS

This app provides a comprehensive library of ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia educational videos for medical professionals. It offers free and premium content, including instructional videos, webinars, and expert lectures, with offline viewing capabilities.

Highlights
  • Over 130 instructional videos
  • High definition procedures and webinars
  • Offline video downloads
  • Chromecast and AirPlay support
  • Continue watching feature
  • Add to My List feature
  • Community commenting
Features
Currently charting
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The premiere source for ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia educational videos The BLOCKJOCKS app is presented by blockjocks.com, the premiere source for free and premium ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia educational videos. BLOCKJOCKS gives anesthesiologists, nurse anesthetists (CRNA), anesthesia residents, and medical students the tools they need to understand and perform simple and complex nerve block techniques to control pain and provide anesthesia and analgesia for orthopedic surgery and other surgical procedures. • Login with your existing BLOCKJOCKS account or create a new subscription within the app. Enjoy our free videos, or for complete premium video library access pay a monthly (VIP-monthly) or a yearly (VIP-annual) subscription with a 7-day free trial, auto-renewing monthly or annually. With a BLOCKJOCKS VIP subscription, you will receive: • Over 130 ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia instructional videos, including high definition procedures, webinars, and the VIP Lecture Series highlighting regional anesthesia expert block jocks from around the world. • Automatically beam videos from your phone to your Chromecast or AirPlay enabled devices • No Internet required! Download videos to watch offline, or stream videos with WiFi, 3G or 4G • "Continue Watching" feature to pick up your video where you last left off • "Add to My List" feature to keep a list of your favorite BLOCKJOCKS videos • Comment on videos with the rest of the international regional anesthesia community • Tell your colleagues about your favorite videos with Twitter, Facebook, texts, and email, right in the app BLOCKJOCKS aims to complement other excellent unaffiliated online resources for regional anaesthesia education including ASRA, ESRA Academy, Block GuRU, NYSORA, Sonosite SonoAccess, and The ABA MOCA Minute. Want to be a BLOCKJOCK too? Download the app and start your free trial today! To access all features and content you can subscribe to BLOCKJOCKS on a monthly or yearly basis with an auto-renewing subscription right inside the app.* Pricing can vary by region and will be confirmed before purchase in the app. In app subscriptions will automatically renew at the end of their cycle. * All payments will be paid through your iTunes Account and may be managed under Account Settings after the initial payment. Subscription payments will automatically renew unless deactivated at least 24-hours before the end of the current cycle. Your account will be charged for renewal at least 24-hours prior to the end of the current cycle. Any unused portion of your free trial will be forfeited upon payment. Cancellations are incurred by disabling auto-renewal. Terms of Service: https://www.blockjocks.com/tos Privacy Policy: https://www.blockjocks.com/privacy

Screenshots

Case Files4 screens
BLOCKJOCKS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: BLOCKJOCKS at #199 against Case Files's unranked. BLOCKJOCKS also leads on review sentiment (85% vs 73%). On price, update cadence, 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. Case Files sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and BLOCKJOCKS sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Case Files ships an update every 6 months, BLOCKJOCKS every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
Case Files versus BLOCKJOCKS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCase FilesBLOCKJOCKS
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (96 ratings) — better
Positive reviews72.7% of reviews84.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—96 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#199 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple TV
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB71 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperExpanded AppsBLOCKJOCKS.COM LLC

Customer experience

Case Files

Written reviews11 reviews
Positive72.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative27.3%

BLOCKJOCKS

All ratings95 ratings
Positive94.7%
Neutral4.2%
Negative1.1%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive84.6%
Neutral7.7%
Negative7.7%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Case Files

Subscriptions5
  • 1 Week$6.997 Days
  • Weekly Access$11.997 Days
  • 1 Month$14.991 Month
Show 2 more
  • Monthly Access$19.991 Month
  • 1 Year$99.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Access$24.99
  • Case Files Anesthesiology Board Prep for USLME - LANGE$39.99
2 purchases

BLOCKJOCKS

Subscriptions2
  • BLOCKJOCKS Subscription7 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • BLOCKJOCKS Subscription7 Days trial$169.991 Year

Questions

Is Case Files free?
Case Files is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BLOCKJOCKS free?
BLOCKJOCKS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Case Files or BLOCKJOCKS have ads?
Neither Case Files nor BLOCKJOCKS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Case Files or BLOCKJOCKS?
Case Files ships an update every 6 months, and BLOCKJOCKS every 4 months. Most recently, Case Files was updated on October 30, 2026 and BLOCKJOCKS on October 26, 2026.

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