# WikEM vs Shift Admin

The clearest difference is rating: WikEM at 4.8 against Shift Admin's 3.3. WikEM also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (4.7K vs 71). Shift Admin's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WikEM sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Shift Admin asks for nothing beyond the download.

WikEM holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WikEM has 4.7K ratings behind it against 71, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of WikEM's written reviews are positive against 36% of Shift Admin's.

WikEM ships an update every 5 days, Shift Admin every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WikEM | Shift Admin |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (4.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wikem/id576405449/reviews)** | [3.3 (71 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shift-admin/id1490335143/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **4.7K** | 71 |
| Positive reviews | **54.1% of reviews** | 36.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 157 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [OpenEM Foundation](https://appshunter.io/developer/766470023) | [QGenda, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/657634294) |

## What reviewers say

### WikEM

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wikem/id576405449)

This app provides a continuously updated wiki and database of emergency medicine knowledge for physicians. Access key information offline for rapid reference during daily practice. An in-app subscription unlocks advanced AI-powered questions, favorites, and history features.

**Highlights:** Emergency medicine knowledge database, Continuously updated content, Offline access, AI-powered questions (subscription), Favorites and history (subscription)

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| WikEM AI Search | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Features | $4.99 | per year |
| Personal Notes | $0.99 | one-time |
| Favorites and Lists | $5.99 | one-time |
| History and Favorites | $9.99 | one-time |
| WikEM Russian Content | $29.99 | one-time |
| WikEM Italian Content | $29.99 | one-time |
| WikEM Polish Content | $29.99 | one-time |
| WikEM Hindi Content | $29.99 | one-time |
| WikEM Turkish Content | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Useful and concise information
- 🚀 Great resource for quick reference
- 👍 Helpful for medical professionals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent login and account issues
- 🐛 App crashes and database loading problems
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer devices
- 🔋 High battery consumption

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices
- Broken hyperlinks and charts
- Search function not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Dark mode support
- Ability to save favorites and customize the app
- Improved search functionality
- Regular content updates


### Shift Admin

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shift-admin/id1490335143)

Manage your clinical schedule and shifts on the go. Easily view your calendar, request shift pickups, submit trades, and track offers. The app allows for clocking in/out, submitting custom hours, and communicating with colleagues.

**Highlights:** View schedule on main calendar, Request shift pick-ups and trades, Track current shift offers, Review daily schedules for all providers, View shift stats and data, Submit custom hours, Clock-in/Clock-out, Communicate with users via email/text

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WikEM free?

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

### Is Shift Admin free?

Shift Admin is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, WikEM or Shift Admin?

WikEM is rated higher. WikEM averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4.7K ratings, while Shift Admin averages 3.3 from 71 ratings.

### Do WikEM or Shift Admin have ads?

Neither WikEM nor Shift Admin shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, WikEM or Shift Admin?

WikEM ships an update every 5 days, and Shift Admin every 2 months. Most recently, WikEM was updated on September 23, 2026 and Shift Admin on September 20, 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.*