Comparison

AnesBuddy vs Handit Remote

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

Head to head
About

AnesBuddy

This educational reference app helps anesthesiology residents and students master core concepts and prepare for exams. It provides detailed explanations of formulas, case-based scenarios for practice, and quick access to essential guidelines and protocols.

Highlights
  • Pharmacology and toxicology review
  • Step-by-step formula derivations
  • Oral boards case simulator
  • Guideline and algorithm library
  • Gastric ultrasound reference
Features
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Master the Fundamentals of Anesthesiology AnesBuddy is the all-in-one educational reference and study companion designed for anesthesiology residents and students preparing for the ITE, BASIC/ADVANCED exams, and Oral Boards. Developed by Synaptic Collaborations, AnesBuddy consolidates high-yield textbook data and society guidelines into a single interface for rapid review and self-assessment. Core Educational Modules: Pharmacology & Toxicology Review: Study toxic dose thresholds for local anesthetics (LAST) and verify your memorization of maximums. Review opioid classifications and equianalgesic tables essential for exam pharmacology sections. "Show Your Work" Transparency: This app does not just provide answers; it teaches the math. Tap into any value—from local anesthetic limits to gastric volume models—to see the formulaic derivation and step-by-step logic, helping you internalize the equations required for board exams. Oral Boards Simulator: Test your clinical logic with case-based scenarios. "Check Your Work" features allow you to compare your proposed airway plans and equipment selection against standardized case stems to identify knowledge gaps before exam day. Guideline Library: Instant access to the industry-standard algorithms you need to memorize, including ACLS, Malignant Hyperthermia protocols, Difficult Airway algorithms, and ASRA Neuraxial Anticoagulation guidelines. Gastric Ultrasound Reference: Review identifying anatomy, probe placement, and cross-sectional area (CSA) literature. Who is this for? AnesBuddy is designed for learners. Whether you are a CA-1 learning the basics of toxic limits or a CA-3 prepping for the Applied Exam, this tool keeps the essential facts and formulas at your fingertips. Disclaimer: This application is intended strictly for educational review and exam preparation. It compiles publicly available medical literature and guidelines for study purposes. It is NOT a medical device and should NOT be used for direct patient care, diagnosis, or dosing decisions. All clinical decisions must be made by a qualified professional based on their own judgment and the specific patient context.

About

Handit Remote

Control your EV3 robot wirelessly from your iPhone or iPad. Connect via Bluetooth to monitor battery, motor status, and receive notifications. Customize controls with virtual joysticks or D-pads for a personalized robot driving experience.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth connectivity to EV3 brick
  • Live battery and motor status
  • Visual and haptic feedback
  • Virtual D-pad and joystick controls
  • Customizable button functions
  • Motor role and speed assignment
  • Discover tab for accessories and actions
Features
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Control your EV3 robot from your iPhone or iPad. No cables or computer required. Features • Connect to your EV3 brick over Bluetooth and see your brick at a glance. Live battery level, active motor count, and which ports are in use or available. • Auto-connect to your saved brick on launch so you're always ready to go. • Stay informed with visual and haptic feedback for low battery, disconnections, and reconnects. • Choose between a virtual on-screen D-pad or joystick to drive your robot from the Controller tab. • Your iPhone or iPad screen is the controller. Physical gamepads and external controllers are not supported. • Customize every controller button in detail: set Horn pitch and volume, tune your Shake phases, or adjust Burst speed and duration, all per button. • Assign each motor a role (Drive or Action) and set its speed independently. • Browse and search the Discover tab for articles on accessories, actions and more. • Personalize the app with exclusive accent color themes and custom app icons. Available in English and Greek.

Screenshots

AnesBuddy4 screens
Handit Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: AnesBuddy at 5.0 against Handit Remote's 3.0. AnesBuddy also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 weeks). Handit Remote's advantage is ratings volume (3 vs 1). 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. Handit Remote sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $8.99 per year. AnesBuddy asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AnesBuddy holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AnesBuddy ships an update every 3 days, Handit Remote every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 3 level
AnesBuddy versus Handit Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAnesBuddyHandit Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better3.0 (3 ratings)
Number of ratings13 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB13 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSynaptic Collaborations LLCNikolaos Theodoridis

In-app purchases

None

AnesBuddy

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Handit Remote

Subscriptions1
  • Handit Pro$8.991 Year

Questions

Is AnesBuddy free?
AnesBuddy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Handit Remote free?
Handit Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AnesBuddy or Handit Remote?
AnesBuddy is rated higher. AnesBuddy averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Handit Remote averages 3.0 from 3 ratings.
Do AnesBuddy or Handit Remote have ads?
Neither AnesBuddy nor Handit Remote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AnesBuddy or Handit Remote?
AnesBuddy ships an update every 3 days, and Handit Remote every 6 weeks. Most recently, AnesBuddy was updated on September 18, 2026 and Handit Remote on September 17, 2026.

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