Comparison

HepCalc vs GHAPP ACE

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

Head to head
About

HepCalc

This medical app provides a comprehensive suite of liver-related calculators, web links, and clinical notes. It preserves entry data across calculators and allows for customization of web links and notes, making it a valuable tool for clinicians managing liver disease.

Highlights
  • Liver-related calculators
  • Preserves entry data
  • Customizable web links
  • Editable clinical notes
  • U.S. - SI units conversion
  • Integrated web references
Features
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HepCalc is a collection of liver related calculators, web links, resources, and editable web links and clinical notes. ◆ Unlike most calculators, entry data is preserved between different calculators limiting the need for reentry of data. ◆ Set your own favorite web links ◆ Save clinical notes, clinical "pearls" in a organized fashion ◆ Integrated U.S. - SI units conversion ◆ Each calculator has a related web reference A must have for the clinician/house officer dealing with liver disease. The customizable WebLinks and Clinical Notes sections alone are valuable tools for anyone. Child-Pugh Score MELD (UNOS) -survival data -TIPS recommendations MELD MELD Sodium (UNOS) MELD 3.0/Survival Alcoholic Hepatitis Calculators: - ABIC -Combined: Lille Model +(MELD, Maddrey DF, ABIC) - Glasgow - Lille Model - Lille Model Projection (using day 0 of Rx, calculates decision making for bilirubin values on day 7) - Maddrey Discriminant Function - MELD alcoholic hepatitis score ( Includes survival percentage) Autoimmune Liver Disease Calculators: -Autoimmune hepatitis Score(1999 International AIH Group Report) -Autominnune hepatitis Simplified Score -AIH/PBC overlap (Paris Criteria) -PBC Survival Mayo GLOBE UK-PBC -PSC Survival Fibrosis Calculators: - APRI Fibrosis Score - FAST (Fibroscan™ + AST) Score - FIB4 Fibrosis Score - FORNS Fibrosis Score - HALT-C Cirrhosis Score - NAFLD Fibrosis Score -SAFE Fibrosis Score (Steatosis-associated Fibrosis Estimate) Risk Assessment Calculators: Liver Decompensation - Acute decompensation without ACLF: CLIF-C AD score and mortality -Acute liver failure - transplant free survival at 21 days - Acute on Chronic Liver Failure AARC score and mortality - Acute on Chronic Liver Failure CLIF-C ACLF score and mortality - Acute on Chronic Liver Failure NACSELD 30 day mortality - BE3A Score: Hep C DAA assessment for decompensated cirrhosis - Decompensation Risk - Hep C -TAM Score: 1 yr post transplant survival for ACLF-3 patients HCC Risk Hep B - HCC Risk Hep B: CHUK - HCC Risk Hep B: REACH B - HCC Risk Hep B on Rx (entecavir, tenofovir): PAGE B HCC Risk Hep C - HCC Risk Hep C : HALT-C - HCC Risk in Chronic Liver Disease: GALAD/GALADUS Other Risks -BEA Score: Baseline event anticipation for Hepatitis Deta -Cardiovascular Risk (CAD-LT): CV risk in LT candidates - CAR-OLT: 1 yr risk of cardiovascular event post OLT -Dili Mortality Risk: 6 mos mortality risk and comorbidity burden - Fungal Infection Risk - NACSELD - RUCAM for DILI assessment - Surgical Risk Cirrhosis: post op mortality major surgery -Surgical Risk Cirrhosis: VOCAL-Penn Score Other Calculators: -ANI (differentiate between alcoholic and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis) -Ascites, refractory -estimate ascites to be gained based on serum sodium and time passed -estimate sodium intake based on serum sodium and ascites gained -Body Mass Index - Portopulmonary Hypertension Calculator: - Pulmonary Vascular Resistance Calculator -diagnostic and UNOS transplant Criteria -HCV treatment tracker (calculates dates for end of Rx and SVR) -Mean arterial pressure -Wilson's Disease: EASL scoring system WebLinks: - Hepatology Societies - Hepatology Organizations - Other Resources (i.e. Drug Hepatoxicity, Hepatitis Rx drug interactions, etc) - Custom WebLinks (make your own links for reference, frequently used, etc.) Clinical Notes: - Create a title and store clinical information, pearls, or any other text for quick ready reference in one place - Can cut and paste from other text for ease of entry of your clinical data

About

GHAPP ACE

Features
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GHAPP ACE: Your Go-To App for GI and Liver Health Education GHAPP ACE (Application for Clinical Exchange) is the ultimate medical platform designed exclusively for NPs and PAs specializing in gastroenterology and hepatology. This app brings together advanced practice providers in one place, offering a comprehensive resource to enhance your knowledge and clinical practice in treating GI and liver disorders. With GHAPP ACE, you gain access to the latest cutting-edge information from leading Advanced Practice Providers. Our app offers a wide range of educational resources, including FAQ video modules, medication reviews, podcasts, and GHAPP News. Stay informed about upcoming GHAPP events, engage with peers on the message board, and listen to relevant journal clubs in your field. You’ll also find practical tools like treatment algorithms and much more. Join GHAPP ACE today and elevate your practice with the most current and relevant information in gastroenterology and hepatology, all in one app.

Screenshots

HepCalc4 screens
GHAPP ACE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: GHAPP ACE at every 3 weeks against HepCalc's every 2 months. GHAPP ACE also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.5). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HepCalc ships an update every 2 months, GHAPP ACE every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
HepCalc versus GHAPP ACE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHepCalcGHAPP ACE
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (11 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings11 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.513.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB54 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperGary Poleynard MDTactical Advantage Group LLC

In-app purchases

None

HepCalc

No in-app purchases

None

GHAPP ACE

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HepCalc free?
HepCalc is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GHAPP ACE free?
GHAPP ACE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do HepCalc or GHAPP ACE have ads?
Neither HepCalc nor GHAPP ACE shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HepCalc or GHAPP ACE?
HepCalc ships an update every 2 months, and GHAPP ACE every 3 weeks. Most recently, HepCalc was updated on October 23, 2026 and GHAPP ACE on October 24, 2026.

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