LabRef vs Atlas CME
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LabRef
This medical reference app provides concise interpretations and reference ranges for common laboratory values across various disciplines. It's designed for quick access at the bedside, aiding in clinical decision-making. The app is for educational and informational purposes only.
- Interprets common laboratory values
- Covers hematology, nephrology, critical care, and perioperative medicine
- Provides concise interpretations
- Includes reference ranges
- Clean, intuitive interface
- Optimized for bedside use
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LabRef is a clinically focused reference for interpreting common laboratory values. Covering disciplines from hematology and nephrology to critical care and perioperative medicine, it delivers concise interpretations and reference ranges through a clean, intuitive interface optimized for rapid use at the bedside. This app is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, and never disregard or delay seeking professional advice because of information provided by this app. About Rishi Kumar, MD, FACC ("RK.MD") I'm an adult cardiothoracic anesthesiologist and cardiovascular ICU intensivist practicing in academic medicine. I'm passionate about teaching with free, open-access medical education. Learn more on my site: https://rk.md
Atlas CME
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Atlas CME helps clinicians keep continuing education records organized and ready for renewal. TRACK REQUIREMENTS See progress for each license and requirement set, review what needs attention, and customize your tracking setup. CAPTURE EVERY ACTIVITY Scan a certificate, import a photo or PDF, or log CME manually—including custom categories. Clear matches are added automatically; uncertain certificates are sent to Activity for your review. KEEP A COMPLETE RECORD Search your CME history, review pending items, edit entries, and keep certificate evidence with each record. GENERATE REPORTS Build and export CME activity reports for renewal, credentialing, or your own records. CREDENTIALING VAULT Organize licenses, training, affiliations, insurance, health records, malpractice history, disclosures, and supporting documents in one private workspace. Atlas CME is a professional organization tool. It does not provide medical advice or replace requirements published by a licensing board. Always verify official requirements before relying on a deadline or calculation. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://atlascme.com/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LabRef at none against Atlas CME's 2. Atlas CME's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. Atlas CME sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. LabRef asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | LabRef | Atlas CME |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (25 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 25 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 26 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Rishi Kumar | Atlas CME |
In-app purchases
LabRef
No in-app purchases
Atlas CME
- Atlas Pro Monthly$1.491 Month
- Atlas Pro Annual$14.991 Year









