Comparison

CPD Portfolio vs ParaFolio

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

Head to head
About

CPD Portfolio

Easily record and manage your professional development activities. Capture diary entries, reflective notes, and upload evidence like documents and audio recordings. Access webinars, resources, and track your progress towards professional standards.

Highlights
  • Capture CPD diary and reflective entries
  • Align entries to professional standards
  • Upload documents, certificates, and audio evidence
  • Access live CPD webinars and upcoming events
  • View CPD entry progress and hours
  • Document scanner for evidence upload
  • Access web-based dashboard
Features
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Using the CPDme app quickly capture evidence and maintain an accurate record of your development, linked to professional standards. Capture your CPD Diary and Reflective entries whilst on the move, managing all of your CPD evidence in one place. Align all of your CPD entries to your professional / governing body standards in readiness for any management review, audit or job interview. The CPDme app Dashboard screen provides you with useful infographics of your CPD entries and the ability to book onto great, upcoming CPD events and webinars that will contribute to your continued development. Some of the key features and functionality are: - Quickly and securely register as a new member of CPDme via the app based upon your profession. - Login to the mobile app as an existing member of CPDme to capture your development on the move. - Create new diary and reflective entries that will form part of your CPD Portfolio, aligning this to professional / governing body standards. - Access live CPD Webinars and register for all upcoming events in just a few simple clicks. - Preview, edit and search through all of your entries. - View percentage completion for each of your entries as well as the number of CPD hours for each entry. - Upload and attach evidence captured and stored on your mobile device. - Use the new Document Scanner feature to upload key documents and certificates from your device that are perfectly formatted. - Upload a Reflective audio recording of your learning and development. - Securely access your web-based CPD Dashboard for additional features via the app Profile tab, using our quick and simple Dashboard Authenticator to gain access. - View an extensive library of CPD resources including our Shared CPD area and Videos library. - Receive great offer notifications for CPD courses, events and conferences. - Receive reminders from a CPD Buddy to update your Portfolio if you don't use the app for a set period of time. - Get personalised and responsive support from a team of professionals. - Provide feedback for future upgrades and features. Other Features Include: - Summary Dashboard of CPD - View All Entries - Add CPD Diary Entry - Add Reflective Practice - Add to “My Files” CPD Evidence Store - Personal Profile - Access CPD Webinars - Access Shared CPD Opportunities - CPD Videos and Guides - CPD Knowledge Base Subscriptions will automatically renew unless canceled within 24-hours before the end of the current period. You can cancel anytime with your iTunes account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you purchase a subscription. For more information, see our https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ and https://www.cpdme.com/privacy/.

About

ParaFolio

This app helps paramedic clinicians, managers, and administrators manage their Continuing Professional Development (CPD) by storing evidence, reflections, and learning notes. It integrates with existing learning platforms for easy entry and allows for downloading evidence in various formats.

Highlights
  • CPD portfolio for paramedics
  • Store evidence, reflections, and learning notes
  • Integrates with JRCALC Plus and ParaPass
  • Paramedic-focused evidence entry
  • Smart evidence management
  • Download evidence in multiple formats
Features
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ParaFolio is a CPD portfolio for Paramedic clinicians, managers and administrators to store evidence, reflections and learning notes about your CPD. Every Trust member and individual user with a ParaPass account receives access to ParaFolio as a complementary component of their subscription. Once you have installed the app, log in with the same email address and password you use for ParaPass. Key features of the app are: - Integrated with your JRCALC Plus and ParaPass activities for one click additions into your CPD portfolio - Simple and sensible Paramedic-focused CPD Evidence entry form - Smart Evidence Management designed around best practice CPD recommendations - Download all or any of your evidence in a variety of formats for different reviews/audits/personal back up You can view the privacy policy and terms of use for ParaFolio by visiting https://www.classprofessional.co.uk/terms-of-use/parafolio-privacy-policy-terms-and-conditions/ For additional information, please reach out to your Trust or get in touch with our customer support team, by emailing apps@class.co.uk or calling 01278 427800.

Screenshots

CPD Portfolio4 screens
ParaFolio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: CPD Portfolio at 93% against ParaFolio's 50%. CPD Portfolio also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. CPD Portfolio sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and ParaFolio sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CPD Portfolio ships an update every 3 weeks, ParaFolio every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CPD Portfolio versus ParaFolio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCPD PortfolioParaFolio
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews93.5% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size109 MB105 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperCPD Made Easy LtdClass Publishing Ltd

Customer experience

CPD Portfolio

All ratings8 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews107 reviews
Positive93.5%
Neutral0.9%
Negative5.6%

ParaFolio

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

CPD Portfolio

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Unable to select boxes when submitting a diary entry
  • Won't allow login, rendering app useless
  • Very glitchy to use on the app
  • Login screen freezes
  • App update promised for over a year with integration to clinical skills
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  • Appalling sign-up and login process

Requested features

4 requests
  • More focus on Occupational Therapist development
  • Include a related reading section for bibliography and notes
  • Ability to create portfolio from the app, not just desktop/web version
  • Integration with Clinical Skills app (promised but not delivered)

ParaFolio

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

CPD Portfolio

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly14 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Yearly14 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Reflective Practice$0.99
2 purchases

ParaFolio

Subscriptions2
  • ParaFolio monthly subscription$1.991 Month
  • ParaFolio yearly subscription$19.991 Year

Questions

Is CPD Portfolio free?
CPD Portfolio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ParaFolio free?
ParaFolio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CPD Portfolio or ParaFolio have ads?
Neither CPD Portfolio nor ParaFolio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CPD Portfolio or ParaFolio?
CPD Portfolio ships an update every 3 weeks, and ParaFolio every 2 months. Most recently, CPD Portfolio was updated on September 24, 2026 and ParaFolio on September 22, 2026.

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