The BDMA App vs APHA Central
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The BDMA App
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The Official BDMA App is your all-in-one hub for connection, learning, and professional growth within the damage management, claims management, and property restoration community. Designed exclusively for BDMA members, the app brings together everything you need to stay informed, build your network, and develop your skills. Connect with your community Engage with fellow members across the UK and beyond, share insights, ask questions, and build meaningful professional relationships within the industry. Access training and resources Stay ahead with industry-leading training, guidance, and best practice resources to support your ongoing development and certification. Stay up to date Get the latest news, updates, and announcements from BDMA, ensuring you never miss important industry developments or member opportunities. Grow your professional network Discover events, connect with peers, and expand your reach within the damage management sector. Key features include: • Member directory and networking tools • Training and learning resources • Industry news and updates • Events and community engagement • Exclusive member content Whether you're on-site, in the office, or on the move, the BDMA Member App keeps you connected, informed, and empowered.
APHA Central
This app acts as a hub for the public health community, fostering collaboration and advocacy. It champions equitable health and well-being for all, influencing policy with a science-backed approach.
- Public health community convenor
- Catalyst for action
- Advocacy for equitable health
- Science-backed policy influence
- Capacity building
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APHA serves as a convenor, catalyst and advocate to build capacity in the public health community. We champion optimal, equitable health and well-being for all. We speak out for public health issues and policies backed by science. We are the only organization that combines a 150-year perspective, a broad-based member community and the ability to influence federal policy to improve the public's health.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: APHA Central at every 2 months against The BDMA App's every 5 months. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
The BDMA App ships an update every 5 months, APHA Central every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The BDMA App | APHA Central |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 56 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | British Damage Management Association | American Public Health Association |
In-app purchases
The BDMA App
No in-app purchases
APHA Central
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is The BDMA App free?
Is APHA Central free?
Do The BDMA App or APHA Central have ads?
Which is updated more often, The BDMA App or APHA Central?
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