Comparison

TOXBASE vs iArrest

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

Head to head
About

TOXBASE

This clinical toxicology database offers healthcare professionals comprehensive advice on poisoning features and management. It provides detailed information on various toxins and clear, evidence-based treatment guidance. The app is designed for quick reference and can be used offline.

Highlights
  • Detailed poisons information
  • Traffic light triaging system
  • Point-by-point treatment advice
  • Evidence-based and peer-reviewed
  • Offline database access
  • 24/7 updated information
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TOXBASE® is the clinical toxicology database of the UK National Poisons Information Service, providing advice on the features and management of poisoning. Monographs are designed to be used by healthcare professionals involved in the management of poisoned patients. TOXBASE is freely available for users who are able to register using an NHS, MOD, ac.uk or UKHSA domain email address. If your domain is not accepted contact mail@toxbase.org for assistance and information. Key application features * detailed poisons information on industrial chemicals, pharmaceuticals, household products, plants and animal toxins * easy to follow traffic light system for triaging poisoned patients * point by point treatment advice which is clear and concise, evidence-based, peer-reviewed and updated 24/7 * no internet connection is required to search the database (although internet connection may be required to access all information on some entries) How the app works After download, users complete a registration form and receive an email containing a verification link. Once verified users will be able to use their login for the TOXBASE app and also for TOXBASE online at www.toxbase.org Account renewal is required annually. Disclaimer The information on the TOXBASE App is designed for healthcare professionals and requires expert clinical interpretation. Users are strongly advised to always discuss cases with their local experts in poisons management and should not solely rely on the App to make medical decisions. Users are required to accept our End User License Agreement before using the app. All material on TOXBASE is subject to UK Crown copyright protection.

About

iArrest

This app assists healthcare professionals during cardiac arrest calls by providing structured guidance based on the latest resuscitation guidelines. It includes timers for critical interventions and generates detailed event logs for documentation. Designed for paramedics and hospital clinicians, it acts as a reminder for essential tasks in high-pressure situations.

Highlights
  • Structured cardiac arrest guidance
  • Adult resuscitation scenarios
  • Based on UK Resuscitation Council Guidelines 2021
  • Timers for rhythm analysis and adrenaline
  • Audible and visual intervention reminders
  • Continuous use prevention of sleep mode
  • Detailed event logging
Features
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iArrest was developed to give healthcare professionals a powerful tool to navigate stressful and challenging cardiac arrest calls. Whether as a Paramedic on scene or as a clinician in hospital, this app can assist in running structured and effective adult cardiac arrest scenarios. Developed by clinicians working in large inner city teaching hospitals, this app takes into consideration the most recent Resuscitation Council (UK) Guidelines 2021. It serves as an aide-memoire for basic tasks that can easily be overlooked in stressful scenarios. iArrest also incorporates a number of timers to assist with rhythm analysis, adrenaline timings and arrest documentation. It will remind the user via audible and visual cues about necessary interventions even if a clinician’s phone is muted. iArrest has been programmed to prevent phones from going into sleep mode, in order to ensure continuous use throughout the arrest. iArrest will record the exact time an important event or an intervention has occurred and present the user with a detailed log of events. These logs can be copied to the clipboard and used for documentation and record keeping. iArrest is currently undergoing extensive testing in simulated and real world scenarios. We are continuously improving and expanding on iArrest’s functionality. Disclaimer: iArrest can not replace sound knowledge in Advance Life Support and should not be used by non-ALS trained clinicians. Use this app at your own risk and always use appropriate clinical judgement. Please familiarise yourself with the functionality of this app before using it in real life scenarios. The creators of this app shall not be liable for any claims or losses arising from the use or misuse of this app, its contents, any omissions from its contents, or otherwise. By using this app you agree to these terms and conditions.

Screenshots

TOXBASE4 screens
iArrest4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iArrest at 94% against TOXBASE's 21%. iArrest also leads on rating (5.0 vs 1.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). TOXBASE's advantage is update cadence (every 6 months vs every 13 months). On price, ads, monetization model 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. TOXBASE sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. iArrest asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iArrest holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 21% of TOXBASE's written reviews are positive against 94% of iArrest's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TOXBASE ships an update every 6 months, iArrest every 13 months. Both last shipped on September 21, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
TOXBASE versus iArrest: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTOXBASEiArrest
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.5% of reviews94.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings13 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 months — betterEvery 13 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.512.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size413 MB31 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperNHS LothianMaximilian Neun

Customer experience

TOXBASE

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews39 reviews
Positive20.5%
Neutral2.6%
Negative76.9%

iArrest

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive94.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.9%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

TOXBASE

One-time1
  • 1 year subscription$6.99
None

iArrest

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TOXBASE free?
TOXBASE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iArrest free?
iArrest is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TOXBASE or iArrest?
iArrest is rated higher. TOXBASE averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while iArrest averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do TOXBASE or iArrest have ads?
Neither TOXBASE nor iArrest shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TOXBASE or iArrest?
TOXBASE ships an update every 6 months, and iArrest every 13 months. Most recently, TOXBASE was updated on September 21, 2026 and iArrest on September 21, 2026.

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