Comparison

Pocket Nephrology vs Medibite

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

Head to head
About

Pocket Nephrology

This medical app provides nephrologists and healthcare professionals with a comprehensive suite of clinical calculators, drug and nutrition databases, and a urinalysis gallery. It offers offline access to essential tools and landmark studies for evidence-based practice.

Highlights
  • Comprehensive clinical calculators
  • Dializability and antimicrobial dosing databases
  • Urinalysis microscopic gallery
  • Landmark studies library
  • Adaptive unit systems (US/SI)
  • Offline native operation
Features
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Pocket Nephrology is an intuitive, comprehensive, point-of-care mobile application specifically designed for nephrologists, internists, residents, students, and healthcare professionals. COMPREHENSIVE CLINICAL CALCULATORS Our extensive suite features dozens of specialized tools categorised for quick access: RENAL FUNCTION & CLEARANCE - CKD-EPI 2021 Cystatin C and Creainine eGFR - Kinetic eGFR - Cockcroft-Gault Creatinine Clearance and 24-hr Urine Clearance ELECTROLYTES & ACID-BASE - Fractional Excretions (FeNa, FeUrea, FeK, FeMg, FePO4) with their interpretations - Calcium Correction for Hypoalbuminemia - Sodium Correction for Hyperglycemia - Hyponatremia Correction Rates - Bicarbonate deficit - Water defictis (Body water deficit, water clearence, insensible losses, and other losses) in one calculator - Total Body Water (Watson) - Anion Gap & Osmolar Gap - ABG & VBG Analyzer - Multi-electrolyte Supplement Unit Converter (mg, g, mEq, mmol conversions for Sodium Bicarbonate, NaCl, MgSO4, etc.) DIALYSIS & RENAL REPLACEMENT THERAPY (RRT) Hemodialysis and CRRT: - Dysnatremia Correction (HD, CRRT & Rosner formulas) - iHD Target Tracking (URR & Daugirdas Kt/V) - CRRT Dosing (Filtration Fraction & Regional Citrate Anticoagulation) - UF per Weight limits. Peritoneal Dialysis (PD): - Weekly PD Adequacy (Kt/V & CrCl) - Peritoneal Equilibration Test (PET) with dynamic transport graphing and customizable Jaffe Glucose Correction - PD Fluid Calories carbohydrate load estimator MASSIVE DATABASES - Dializability Clinical Database: Fully searchable database of 180+ medications detailing precise pharmacokinetics (MW, Protein Binding, ESRD half-lives) and explicit dosing guides for hemodialysis. - Antimicrobial Dosing: Dynamic dose generator based on eGFR/CrCl. - Nutrition Database: Searchable guide for 280+ foods with precise Potassium, Sodium, Phos, Ca, Mg, and Oxalate content, plus unit conversions (mg/mEq). URINALYSIS MICROSCOPIC GALLERY - Normal and Abnormal Cells - Casts (Hyaline, RBC, WBC, Granular, Muddy Brown, etc.) - Crystals and infectious Microorganisms LANDMARK STUDIES LIBRARY - Quickly reference pivotal, paradigm-shifting clinical trials and papers that have shaped modern nephrology guidelines--putting evidence-based medicine. TAILORED FOR CLINICIANS - Adaptive Unit Systems: Seamlessly toggle between Conventional (US - mg/dL, mEq/L) and Standard International (SI - umol/L, mmol/L) units. - Custom Reference Ranges: Define your institutional normative values for pH, pCO2, HCO3, and Albumin locally. - Smart UI: Set your favorite tools on the dashboard, rely on the "Recently Used" ribbon to resume workflows, and enjoy full Light/Dark mode integration for night shift comfort. - Offline Native: The app operates 100% offline. No internet connection is required. Disclaimer: Pocket Nephrology is an educational reference resource for qualified healthcare professionals. It does not replace independent medical judgment or institutional guidelines.

About

Medibite

Features
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Medibite is a clinical workflow companion designed for healthcare professionals, medical students, and residents. Built to support daily organization, Medibite combines shift tracking, structured clinical note templates, and reference medical calculators into one fast, offline-capable application. KEY FEATURES: • Clinical Dashboard: View your current shift, upcoming events, and quick access to frequently used tools. • Structured Clinical Notes: Draft SOAP, H&P, and Consult notes using standardized templates designed for modern workflows. • Medical Calculators: Access reference tools including eGFR, BMI, CURB-65, and Wells Score without leaving the app. • Shift Calendar: Color-code your shifts and set reminders for your schedule. • Privacy First: Medibite uses on-device local storage. No accounts required, and your app data remains on your device. Medibite offers a 7-day free trial via our Premium Subscription, which unlocks full access to clinical calculators, note templates, and shift calendar features. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Pocket Nephrology4 screens
Medibite4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Medibite at Free against Pocket Nephrology's $4.99. Pocket Nephrology's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). On 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

Medibite is free to download; Pocket Nephrology costs $4.99 up front. Medibite sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Pocket Nephrology asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Pocket Nephrology versus Medibite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPocket NephrologyMedibite
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB2 MB
Age rating+1717+
DeveloperRatib MahfouzSynetra Systems LLC

In-app purchases

None

Pocket Nephrology

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Medibite

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly7 Days trial$66.991 Year

Questions

Is Pocket Nephrology free?
Pocket Nephrology costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Medibite free?
Medibite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pocket Nephrology or Medibite have ads?
Neither Pocket Nephrology nor Medibite shows ads.

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