Comparison

PE vs PE Classifier

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

Head to head
About

PE

Features
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2026 AHA/ACC guidelines for the evaluation and management of acute pulmonary embolism in adults. Tabbing the guideline citation opens the AHA/ACC publication in Safari for reference

About

PE Classifier

This educational reference tool helps medical professionals and students understand and apply the latest acute pulmonary embolism classification system. It features interactive diagrams, a built-in checklist, and direct links to source guidelines for comprehensive learning.

Highlights
  • Full Category A-E classification with sub-stages
  • Interactive visual diagrams
  • Built-in HESTIA checklist
  • Optional local case log
  • Direct link to source guideline
Features
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PEClassifier is an educational reference tool designed to help medical students, residents, and clinical trainees learn and apply the 2026 AHA/ACC/ACCP/ACEP/CHEST acute pulmonary embolism classification system. LEARN THE FRAMEWORK The 2026 guideline introduced a comprehensive Category A–E classification system for acute PE severity. PEClassifier walks you through every category and sub-stage — B1/B2, C1–C3, D1–D2, and E1–E2 — with interactive diagrams that show how clinical criteria map to each classification. Understand not just the answer, but the reasoning behind it. Utilizes validated 11-item HESTIA checklist used to evaluate outpatient management eligibility — a key concept tested on boards and applied throughout clinical training. FEATURES - Full Category A–E classification with all sub-stages and R respiratory modifier - Interactive visual diagrams for every classification category - Built-in HESTIA checklist with all 11 validated criteria - Optional case log for self-study and review — saved locally on your device only, never transmitted anywhere - Direct link to the 2026 source guideline for reference and citation PRIVACY PEClassifier does not collect, transmit, or store any personally identifiable information. Any case log entries you save are stored locally on your device only, are entirely non-identifying, and are never shared with or sold to any third party. Uninstalling the app permanently removes all saved data. WHO IT'S FOR PEClassifier is intended for licensed healthcare professionals, medical students, and clinical trainees. It is not directed at children and is designed exclusively for educational and professional reference use. DISCLAIMER PEClassifier is an educational and reference tool. It is not a diagnostic device and is not intended to replace clinical judgment, established diagnostic protocols, or consultation with a qualified healthcare provider. A disclaimer is displayed within the app on a recurring basis to reinforce this.

Screenshots

PE1 screens
PE Classifier4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: PE Classifier at 15.1 against PE's 26.4. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
PE versus PE Classifier: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPEPE Classifier
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Monthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.415.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB24 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperRyan MitchellDawwod George

In-app purchases

None

PE

No in-app purchases

None

PE Classifier

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PE free?
PE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PE Classifier free?
PE Classifier is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PE or PE Classifier have ads?
Neither PE nor PE Classifier shows ads.

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