Run the Board vs LineGuard Plus
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Run the Board
This app simulates the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM) Certifying Exam with AI-powered cases and realistic medical scenarios. Practice all 8 case types, interpret EKGs and ultrasound clips, and receive detailed performance scores based on ABEM criteria. Includes voice input for responses and a full-length mock exam.
- AI-powered realistic cases
- All 8 ABEM case types
- Real ultrasound and EKG interpretation
- Detailed ABEM scoring reports
- Full-length mock exam simulation
- Voice input for responses
- Quick action panels
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Run the Board simulates the ABEM Certifying Exam. An AI examiner runs you through realistic cases, adapts to your clinical decisions in real time, and scores you against ABEM's published criteria. ALL 8 CASE TYPES Every case type on the new Certifying Exam: - Clinical Decision-Making - Prioritization - Reassessment - Difficult Conversations - Managing Conflict - Patient-Centered Communications - Procedures - Ultrasound BUILT FOR THE NEW FORMAT Clinical Decision-Making runs as a structured discussion, not a resuscitation drill. Cases open undifferentiated. You commit to a differential before any result is released, say what each test rules in or out, and justify your management. The examiner asks why, not just what. AI EXAMINER Each case pairs you with an examiner that presents a new patient, responds to your workup, introduces complications, and probes your reasoning. It never confirms, corrects, or hints. Mistakes show up in the patient's course, the way they do on exam day. REAL ULTRASOUND CLIPS POCUS video across cardiac, FAST, aorta, biliary, renal, DVT, lung, IVC, soft tissue, OB/GYN, ocular, and procedural guidance. You explain the study to a standardized patient, choose your own views, and interpret real pathology on screen. At least one image comes back suboptimal and you have to name the fix. 12-LEAD EKGs STEMI, NSTEMI, arrhythmias, heart blocks, PE, hyperkalemia, and more. Tap for full screen, pinch to zoom, examine each lead. EKGs update dynamically after treatment. PROCEDURE CASES Perform the procedure step by step and hear what you encounter after each one. Indications, consent with the patient, technique, complications, and post-procedure care. ABEM SCORE REPORTS Every case is scored against criteria drawn from ABEM's published standards for that case type. Clinical Decision-Making scores 9 domains. Communication cases score 5 to 6. Ultrasound scores 3. Each rated Excellent, Competent, Developing, or Needs Improvement. MOCK EXAM Full-length simulation in the Certifying Exam format. 4 Clinical Care cases at 15 minutes, then 6 Communication and Procedure cases at 10 minutes. Hard timers, structured debriefs, full performance summary. VOICE INPUT Speak your responses instead of typing. On-device transcription via WhisperKit with medical terminology support. Audio never leaves your device. QUICK ACTIONS A categorized panel of common orders, labs, imaging, exam steps, and communication phrases. Chips adapt to each case type. FREE TO TRY Your first case is free. Unlock unlimited cases, Mock Exam, and every feature with a one-time purchase. IMPORTANT Run the Board is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or approved by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Case content is AI-generated and may contain inaccuracies. For practice purposes only.
LineGuard Plus
This app provides organized, easy-to-use information for managing medical lines, tubes, and drains. It offers device education, practical care guidance, troubleshooting support, and care reminders to help users understand and manage their devices effectively.
- Device education
- Practical care guidance
- Troubleshooting support
- Care reminders
- Visual guides
- Device-specific resources
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Living with a medical line, tube, drain, or other indwelling device can mean a lot to keep track of. LineGuard puts practical device-care information in one organized, easy-to-use place. Whether you are learning about a new device or managing one at home, LineGuard helps you better understand your device, stay organized, and recognize situations that may require help from your healthcare team. LINEGUARD INCLUDES • Device education Learn the basics of your device, how it works, its components, and everyday considerations. • Practical care guidance Review common care topics, precautions, and tips for living with your device. • Troubleshooting support Explore common device-related situations, what they may mean, steps you can consider, and when to contact your healthcare team or seek urgent medical attention. • Care reminders Keep track of important device-related tasks and routines. • Visual guides Use clear illustrations and educational graphics to better understand devices and their components. • Device-specific resources Access organized information relevant to the device you are using. DEVICES COVERED • PICC lines • Midlines • Implanted ports • Tunneled central venous catheters • Foley catheters • Suprapubic catheters • PEG and feeding tubes • Peritoneal dialysis catheters • Nephrostomy tubes • Surgical drains • Ostomies • Supplemental oxygen equipment LineGuard is designed to make living with a medical device less confusing by putting useful information where you can find it when you need it. IMPORTANT MEDICAL INFORMATION LineGuard provides general educational information and organizational tools. It does not provide medical diagnoses, replace professional medical advice, or establish a clinician-patient relationship. Always follow the instructions provided by your treating healthcare professionals and the manufacturer of your specific medical device. If you believe you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or your local emergency service. Privacy Policy URL: https://lineguardapp.com/privacy/ Support URL: https://lineguardapp.com/support/ Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ratings volume: Run the Board at 4 against LineGuard Plus's 1. On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. Run the Board sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and LineGuard Plus sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Run the Board against 5.0 for LineGuard Plus. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively.
Run the Board ships an update every 4 days, LineGuard Plus every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Run the Board | LineGuard Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 5 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 527 MB | 109 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | James Napolitano | GatherWith LLC |
Customer experience
Run the Board
LineGuard Plus
In-app purchases
Run the Board
- Run the Board Pro$49.99
LineGuard Plus
- LineGuard Plus$7.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription$49.991 Year
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