Comparison

Protocol Manager vs Boomer Cal

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

Head to head
About

Protocol Manager

Create and edit spreadsheets with configurable columns for text, dates, people, and lists. Easily manage entries, generate PDFs, and share your data. Customize the app's appearance and access support.

Highlights
  • Configurable columns (Text, Date, Person, List)
  • Individual input masks for data entry
  • PDF creation and sharing
  • Template selection and CSV import
  • Customizable accent color
  • Entry sorting and reversal
Features
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Protocol Manager is an innovative app designed to efficiently create and edit spreadsheets. The columns form the basic framework for the table. Each column is configurable with a header name and type. The available column types are Text, Date, Person, and List. Data entry when creating a new record is facilitated by an individual input mask for each column type. This makes it easy to edit the table row by row. Features and User Interface Start Screen & Protocol List - Display of all protocols in a user-friendly form. - Each protocol is shown with a PDF preview and the title of the protocol. - Alternatively, switch to list view for a different visual representation. - Easy protocol creation via a 'plus' symbol. - Long pressing the 'plus' symbol offers template selection and import options for CSV files. Protocol Settings & Customization - Settings allow for the modification of the title, subtitle, and date. - Editable columns with options for entry sorting (ascending/descending). - Reversal of the sorting function for PDF output. - Setting up template entries with the option to disable template values for new entries. Management of Protocol Entries - Entries are displayed in list format when a protocol is opened. - New entries can be easily added and edited by tapping the 'plus' symbol. - The entry editing view shows all elements corresponding to each column. Element Editing - Flexibility in editing elements: entering text, selecting dates, and adding contacts from the address book. - Customizable import options for each column. PDF Creation & Sharing - Easy PDF generation for protocols. - Effortless sharing of the protocol PDF via the share icon in the PDF preview view. Personalization and Support - Customize the accent color of the app in the settings. - Options to rate the app, explore other apps by the developer, access the website, and get support. Experience Increased Efficiency: Protocol Manager is not just an app; it's a comprehensive solution for managing and organizing protocols with utmost efficiency and user-friendliness. Its intuitive design combined with a multitude of customizable features makes it an indispensable tool for professionals and individuals who value organized data management.

About

Boomer Cal

This app offers a simplified, visual calendar experience, reminiscent of a wall calendar, for iPhone and iPad users. It provides an at-a-glance yearly overview and allows for quick filtering of events using customizable pins. Your data remains private and is never collected or tracked.

Highlights
  • Full year view (portrait/landscape)
  • Quick pins for calendar filtering
  • Smart pin suggestions
  • Integrates with Apple Calendars
  • 100% privacy, no ads or tracking
  • Dark mode support
Features
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Back then: Tear off. Hang up. Hope you remember. Today: Tilt iPhone. Done. Boomer approved. Boomer Cal brings back what often gets lost in modern calendar apps: a simple, calm overview of your entire year. Just like a good old wall calendar, but right on your iPhone and iPad. *EVERYTHING AT A GLANCE* Rotate your iPhone to landscape and your classic wall-calendar view appearsβ€”twelve months side by side. Big, calm, and wonderfully clear. Tap a day to see its events. No endless scrolling, no hidden submenus. Good UX without the homework. *PINS FOR QUICK ACCESS* Filter your view in seconds. Create pins for specific topics - like "Vacation", "Family", or "Work". Tap the emoji and instantly see exactly that calendar combination. Boomer Cal even suggests smart pins based on your events! *SECURE AND PRIVATE* Your events stay private. Boomer Cal loads your existing Apple Calendars directly on your device. No servers, no tracking, no ads. Your data goes nowhere. Everything stays on your iPhone. *DARK MODE (OBVIOUSLY)* Midnight, camping, just vibesβ€”adapts automatically or on demand. *Features at a glance:* - Full year view (Portrait and Landscape modes) - Extra legroom on iPad - Quick pins for your favorite calendars and topics - Smart pin suggestions based on recurring themes - Integrates with all your Apple Calendars (iCloud, CalDAV, Exchange, Local) - Displays calendar weeks (CW) and holidays - 100% Privacy: No data collection, no tracking, no ads

Screenshots

Protocol Manager3 screens
Boomer Cal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Boomer Cal at 100% against Protocol Manager's 0%. Boomer Cal also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly). Protocol Manager's advantage is price (Free vs $1.99) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Protocol Manager is free to download; Boomer Cal costs $1.99 up front. Protocol Manager sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Boomer Cal asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Protocol Manager ships an update weekly, Boomer Cal every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences Β· 2 level
Protocol Manager versus Boomer Cal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProtocol ManagerBoomer Cal
PriceFree β€” better$1.99
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews β€” better
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 3 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases β€” betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 β€” better18.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size15 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFelix ReimannDear Friend Digital GmbH

Customer experience

Protocol Manager

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Boomer Cal

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Protocol Manager

Subscriptions2
  • Fullversion for 1 month$3.991 Month
  • Fullversion for 1 year$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime-Fullversion$49.99
None

Boomer Cal

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Protocol Manager free?
Protocol Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Boomer Cal free?
Boomer Cal costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Protocol Manager or Boomer Cal have ads?
Neither Protocol Manager nor Boomer Cal shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Protocol Manager or Boomer Cal?
Protocol Manager ships an update weekly, and Boomer Cal every 3 days. Most recently, Protocol Manager was updated on October 12, 2026 and Boomer Cal on September 21, 2026.

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