# WikEM vs FP Notebook

The clearest difference is monetization model: WikEM at free with in-app purchases against FP Notebook's subscription. WikEM also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 months). FP Notebook's advantage is chart position (#57 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WikEM sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and FP Notebook sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for WikEM against 4.9 for FP Notebook. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4.7K and 3.3K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 54% of WikEM's written reviews are positive against 61% of FP Notebook's.

WikEM ships an update every 5 days, FP Notebook every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WikEM | FP Notebook |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (4.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wikem/id576405449/reviews) | **[4.9 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fp-notebook/id835973313/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4.7K** | 3.3K |
| Positive reviews | 54.1% of reviews | **61.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#57** |
| Size | 157 MB | 141 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [OpenEM Foundation](https://appshunter.io/developer/766470023) | [Atmosphere Apps, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/334077424) |

## 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


### FP Notebook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fp-notebook/id835973313)

**Currently charting:** #57 Top Grossing · Medical (US App Store)

A comprehensive medical reference for primary care and emergency clinicians, offering rapid access to over 6100 interlinked topic pages. Content is updated monthly through literature reviews and conferences, providing up-to-date information for medical professionals.

**Highlights:** Rapid access medical reference, Over 6100 interlinked topic pages, Content updated monthly, 31 specialty books, 700+ chapters, Point-of-care tool

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual Sub | $24.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Excellent, comprehensive medical reference
- ⚡️ Efficient, concise, and easy to use
- 🧠 Invaluable for medical students, residents, and practitioners
- 🤝 Highly recommended by users
- 🕰️ Frequently used and relied upon for years

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription model frustrates some users who previously had free access
- 🐞 Occasional app freezing or crashing issues reported
- 🔍 Built-in search function could be improved

**Reported bugs**

- App freezing or crashing on certain devices
- Subscription issues or unexpected charges

**Requested features**

- Ability to earn continuing education credits through the app
- Improved search functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WikEM free?

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

### Is FP Notebook free?

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

### Which has better reviews, WikEM or FP Notebook?

FP Notebook is rated higher. WikEM averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4.7K ratings, while FP Notebook averages 4.9 from 3.3K ratings.

### Do WikEM or FP Notebook have ads?

Neither WikEM nor FP Notebook shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, WikEM or FP Notebook?

WikEM ships an update every 5 days, and FP Notebook every 2 months. Most recently, WikEM was updated on October 10, 2026 and FP Notebook on October 13, 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.*