# PocketPartum vs ECGRef

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ECGRef at none against PocketPartum's 2. ECGRef also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (29 vs 6). PocketPartum's advantage is iOS requirement (13 vs 26.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PocketPartum sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. ECGRef asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for PocketPartum against 4.9 for ECGRef. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 29 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | PocketPartum | ECGRef |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocketpartum/id6467243937/reviews)** | [4.9 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ecgref/id6757675855/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **29** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 81 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [SafePartum LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1708450280) | [Rishi Kumar](https://appshunter.io/developer/1434016052) |

## What reviewers say

### PocketPartum

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocketpartum/id6467243937)

This app provides clinicians with quick access to evidence-based obstetric care information and tools. It supports point-of-care decision-making with features like a medication library, clinical calculators, and emergency aids. Unlock all premium content with a subscription for comprehensive perinatal support.

**Highlights:** Pregnancy-specific drug information, Clinical risk assessment calculators, Local anesthetic dosing guidance, Neuraxial anticoagulation timing, OB emergency cognitive aids, Searchable clinical guidelines, Offline access to information

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly (After 2 week trial) | $9.99 | per month |
| Annually (After 2 week trial) | $99.00 | per year |


### ECGRef

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ecgref/id6757675855)

An educational reference for interpreting electrocardiograms, this app covers electrophysiology, rhythm recognition, and common patterns. It aims to assist clinicians and students in accurate bedside ECG analysis.

**Highlights:** Electrophysiology concepts, Rhythm recognition, Clinically relevant patterns, Bedside ECG analysis support, Educational reference

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PocketPartum free?

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

### Is ECGRef free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PocketPartum or ECGRef?

PocketPartum is rated higher. PocketPartum averages 5.0 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while ECGRef averages 4.9 from 29 ratings.

### Do PocketPartum or ECGRef have ads?

PocketPartum shows ads; ECGRef does not.

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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.*