# EMS Guidebook vs EMS Pathfinder

EMS Guidebook and EMS Pathfinder both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of EMS Pathfinder's written reviews are positive against 33% of EMS Guidebook's. EMS Pathfinder also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 7) and update cadence (every 3 months vs every 6 months). EMS Guidebook's advantage is ratings volume (116 vs 6). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. EMS Guidebook sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. EMS Pathfinder asks for nothing beyond the download.

EMS Pathfinder holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: EMS Guidebook has 116 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of EMS Guidebook's written reviews are positive against 100% of EMS Pathfinder's.

EMS Guidebook ships an update every 6 months, EMS Pathfinder every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | EMS Guidebook | EMS Pathfinder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (116 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ems-guidebook/id527102213/reviews) | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ems-pathfinder/id6752676004/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **116** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 3 MB | 147 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Larry Owens](https://appshunter.io/developer/496138296) | [FullCode LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1840533567) |

## What reviewers say

### EMS Guidebook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ems-guidebook/id527102213)

This app provides a digital reference for emergency medical service protocols, replacing traditional physical guidebooks. It includes essential medical charts, guidelines, and rhythm examples, with agency-specific protocols accessible via password.

**Highlights:** Digital EMS agency protocols, Replacement for physical guidebooks, Pediatric vital signs charts, Burn and c-spine clearance guides, Cardiac rhythm examples, AHA guidelines

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2009 Utah EMS for Children Off-Line Protocols | $1.99 | one-time |
| District 2B Protocols | $2.99 | one-time |
| 2009 West Virginia EMT Basic Protocols | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2012 North Carolina EMS Protocols | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2009 North Carolina EMS Protocols | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2010 Hawaii EMS Standing Orders | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2011-2013 St John New Zealand Protocols | $4.99 | one-time |


### EMS Pathfinder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ems-pathfinder/id6752676004)

Access free, offline EMS protocols, drug references, and clinical tools tailored for mobile use. Features include interactive flowcharts, AI-powered search, and customizable tools for field professionals. Updates are free and automatic when online.

**Highlights:** Offline access to EMS protocols, Mobile-optimized protocol layouts, Interactive flowcharts, AI-enhanced search, Medication and dosing calculator, Pediatric length-based reference, CPR and incident timers

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EMS Guidebook free?

EMS Guidebook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is EMS Pathfinder free?

EMS Pathfinder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, EMS Guidebook or EMS Pathfinder?

EMS Pathfinder is rated higher. EMS Guidebook averages 4.8 out of 5 from 116 ratings, while EMS Pathfinder averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do EMS Guidebook or EMS Pathfinder have ads?

Neither EMS Guidebook nor EMS Pathfinder shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, EMS Guidebook or EMS Pathfinder?

EMS Guidebook ships an update every 6 months, and EMS Pathfinder every 3 months. Most recently, EMS Guidebook was updated on November 6, 2026 and EMS Pathfinder on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*