Comparison

The BDMA App vs APHA Central

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

Head to head
About

The BDMA App

Features
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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.

About

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.

Highlights
  • Public health community convenor
  • Catalyst for action
  • Advocacy for equitable health
  • Science-backed policy influence
  • Capacity building
Features
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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.

Screenshots

The BDMA App4 screens
APHA Central4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
The BDMA App versus APHA Central: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe BDMA AppAPHA Central
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB55 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperBritish Damage Management AssociationAmerican Public Health Association

In-app purchases

None

The BDMA App

No in-app purchases

None

APHA Central

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is The BDMA App free?
The BDMA App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is APHA Central free?
APHA Central is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do The BDMA App or APHA Central have ads?
Neither The BDMA App nor APHA Central shows ads.
Which is updated more often, The BDMA App or APHA Central?
The BDMA App ships an update every 5 months, and APHA Central every 2 months. Most recently, The BDMA App was updated on November 10, 2026 and APHA Central on October 31, 2026.

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