Comparison

Oxford Foundation Programme vs Pocket Endocrine

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

Head to head
About

Oxford Foundation Programme

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Start your medical career with confidence using the Oxford Handbook for the Foundation Programme app. Designed for students and newly graduated physicians, this app delivers practical, evidence-based guidance on both patient care and professional responsibilities, helping you thrive in your first clinical rotations. The Oxford Handbook for the Foundation Programme features: * Comprehensive Clinical Guidance: Access the most current clinical guidelines and protocols, fully updated to reflect the latest standards and curriculum changes. * Key Areas Covered: Includes essential topics and major specialties such as cardiology, respiratory medicine, gastroenterology, neurology, psychiatry, hematology, dermatology, surgery, emergency medicine, and primary care. * New Topics: Explore expanded content on primary care and end-of-life care, plus updated sections on infection control, obstetrics & gynecology, and surgery. * Practical Tools: From interpreting results to performing essential procedures, get step-by-step instructions and practical tips for everyday clinical tasks. * Career Support: Learn how to plan your career progression, and choose your speciality with confidence. * Expert Insights: Benefit from the combined knowledge of senior clinicians and junior doctors who’ve been through the process. * Easy Reference: Search, bookmark, and access content offline—perfect for busy hospital shifts and on-the-go learning. Unbound Medicine Features: * Highlighting and note-taking within entries * Favorites for bookmarking important topics * Enhanced Search to find topics quickly More about the Oxford Handbook for the Foundation Programme: Part of the world-renowned Oxford Medical Handbooks series, this trusted reference provides early-career physicians with practical, evidence-based guidance for safe, effective patient care, offering clarity and confidence from day one. Authors: Tim Raine Consultant Gastroenterologist Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, UK George Collins Cardiology Registrar Barts Health NHS Trust, UK Fraser Brown Internal Medical Trainee Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow, UK Sophie Howarth Internal Medicine Trainee Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, UK Publisher: Oxford University Press Powered by: Unbound Medicine

About

Pocket Endocrine

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This App was created to support the understanding and review of endocrine and diabetes-related conditions, along with their management. The information presented is sourced from a variety of references, which are cited within the "references" section in each page. Some content is based on local guidelines from specific health boards. Please note that this App is intended as a quick reference and educational aid. It may contain errors or become outdated over time. It is your responsibility to consult your local or national guidelines before making any clinical decisions or treating patients. This App will provide: 1- A structured approach to various endocrine pathologies. Topics are organized into: definition, signs and symptoms, investigations, and management. 2- A practical tool for managing endocrine emergencies, including DKA, HHS, and hypoglycemia. 3- Handy algorithms and clinical pathways for managing different conditions, such as electrolyte imbalances. 4- A valuable resource for general review and exam preparation.

Screenshots

Oxford Foundation Programme4 screens
Pocket Endocrine4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pocket Endocrine at none against Oxford Foundation Programme's 1. Pocket Endocrine also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Oxford Foundation Programme sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Pocket Endocrine asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Oxford Foundation Programme versus Pocket Endocrine: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOxford Foundation ProgrammePocket Endocrine
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB76 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperUnbound Medicine, Inc.Abdul-Razaq Al-Shaker

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Oxford Foundation Programme

One-time1
  • Oxford Foundation Program$49.99
None

Pocket Endocrine

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Oxford Foundation Programme free?
Oxford Foundation Programme is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pocket Endocrine free?
Pocket Endocrine is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Oxford Foundation Programme or Pocket Endocrine have ads?
Neither Oxford Foundation Programme nor Pocket Endocrine shows ads.

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