Comparison

Concise Surgery vs CSTSetup

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

Head to head
About

Concise Surgery

A case-based learning tool for surgery students and junior doctors. It simplifies complex surgical concepts with high-yield scenarios, focusing on clinical reasoning and exam preparation. Designed for rapid revision and confident performance in assessments.

Highlights
  • Concise case-based learning
  • Core general surgery topics
  • Applied clinical reasoning
  • Exam-oriented structure
  • OSCE and university exam preparation
  • Rapid revision
Features
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A concise, case-based learning resource designed to simplify surgery and strengthen clinical reasoning for examinations. This resource presents high-yield surgical cases reflecting real exam and ward scenarios. Each case integrates patient presentation, examination findings, investigations, differential diagnosis, and management planning in a structured, exam-oriented format. Emphasis is placed on applied surgical principles, common pitfalls, and decision-making tested in assessments. Content is optimized for rapid revision and confident performance in OSCEs and written examinations. Suitable for medical students and junior doctors preparing for surgical examinations and improving confidence in core surgical topics. Key Features: - Concise surgery case-based learning - Core general surgery topics and conditions - Applied clinical reasoning and management focus - Exam-oriented structure for rapid revision - Designed for OSCEs and university exams Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical training or clinical judgment. Always rely on qualified healthcare professionals for patient care decisions. For support, contact: contact@rermedapps.com Terms of Use – https://rermedapps.com/terms-of-use Privacy Policy – https://rermedapps.com/privacy-policy

About

CSTSetup

This app provides surgical technologists, students, and educators with a comprehensive library of surgical setups, instrument details, and case log verification. Master hundreds of procedures, identify over 2,700 instruments, and ensure your clinical experience counts towards your logbook.

Highlights
  • Hundreds of surgical setups
  • 2,700+ instrument library
  • Instrument identification and details
  • Surgical case log evaluator
  • Procedural blueprints
  • Instrument handling cautions
Features
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Step into the operating room with absolute confidence. CSTSetup is the ultimate clinical companion designed exclusively for surgical technologists, students, and OR educators. Whether you are navigating your first clinical rotations, prepping for the CST exam, or preparing for an unfamiliar specialty, CSTSetup puts the entire back table right in your pocket. Key Features: 1. Master Hundreds of Surgical Setups Never walk into a case blind. Access step-by-step procedural blueprints and instrument lists for hundreds of surgical procedures. Explore our free General Surgery setups, or upgrade to Pro for Cardiac, ENT, Neurology, OB/GYN, Ophthalmology, and more. Each setup provides a detailed breakdown of the exact instruments and supplies you need so you can stay steps ahead of the surgeon. 2. The Ultimate 2,700+ Instrument Library Ditch the heavy textbooks. Utilize our smart global search to instantly identify over 2,700 surgical instruments featuring high-fidelity images, alternate names, and handling cautions. The database is intuitively organized by functional categories—such as Grasping & Holding, Retracting & Exposing, and Cutting & Dissecting—allowing you to quickly build visual recall and muscle memory. 3. Surgical Case Log Evaluator Stop second-guessing your clinical requirements. Use our free, built-in evaluator to instantly verify if a procedure will count toward your final logbook. Simply select your accreditation type (AST, NCCT, or CC4SA), input the procedure, and check off the specific tasks you performed in the OR. The app immediately evaluates your input and calculates whether your participation qualifies for a First Scrub, Second Scrub, or Observation role. It is the perfect, quick-reference verification tool to ensure you know exactly how a case counts before you submit it to your program director. Take control of your clinicals and your career. Download CSTSetup today and transform your device into the most powerful tool in your operating room.

Screenshots

Concise Surgery4 screens
CSTSetup4 screens

Verdict

The call

Concise Surgery and CSTSetup are too close to call on the numbers: across 7 compared parameters — price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Concise Surgery sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and CSTSetup sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Concise Surgery versus CSTSetup: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterConcise SurgeryCSTSetup
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequency—Every 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB58 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperRER MedAppsCSTSetup

Customer experience

Concise Surgery

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

CSTSetup

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Concise Surgery

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly3 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Access - 50% Off$24.99
  • Lifetime Access$49.99
2 purchases

CSTSetup

Subscriptions2
  • CSTSetup Monthly Pro$12.991 Month
  • CSTSetup Yearly Pro$155.991 Year

Questions

Is Concise Surgery free?
Concise Surgery is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CSTSetup free?
CSTSetup is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Concise Surgery or CSTSetup have ads?
Neither Concise Surgery nor CSTSetup shows ads.

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