Comparison

MRCPCH Prep vs PaedVault

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

Head to head
About

MRCPCH Prep

Features
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MRCPCH Prep helps paediatric trainees practise membership-style written papers with original best-of-five MCQs, timed mocks, and clear rationales. IMPORTANT: Full access requires an In-App Purchase (auto-renewable subscription or lifetime). The download is free; practice content unlocks after purchase. Restore Purchases is always available on the paywall and in Settings. WHAT YOU GET β€’ 2,000+ original paediatric practice questions for Foundation of Practice (FOP), Theory and Science (TAS), and Applied Knowledge in Practice (AKP) β€’ Timed paper simulations: 40 MCQs Β· 60 minutes practice sections β€’ Quick practice, practice-by-topic, and weak-area drills β€’ Review incorrect answers and bookmarks β€’ Flashcards with spaced repetition β€’ Progress dashboard: readiness %, per-paper mastery, streak, exam countdown β€’ Works fully offline β€” no account required WHO IT'S FOR Doctors and trainees preparing for MRCPCH written papers. Build clinical reasoning speed and accuracy under exam-style pressure. PAPERS β€’ Foundation of Practice (FOP) β€’ Theory and Science (TAS) β€’ Applied Knowledge in Practice (AKP) SUBSCRIPTIONS (USD reference prices) β€’ Monthly Premium β€” $9.99 / month β€’ Yearly Premium β€” $34.99 / year (best value) β€’ Lifetime Access β€” $59.99 one-time Payment is charged to your Apple Account. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends. Manage in App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://joykhansayan1.github.io/mrcpch-prep/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Custom Terms: https://joykhansayan1.github.io/mrcpch-prep/terms.html Support: https://joykhansayan1.github.io/mrcpch-prep/support.html DISCLAIMER Independent study aid by MD Shahariar Nazim Joy. Not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH). β€œMRCPCH” is a trademark of RCPCH. Original educational content only β€” not medical advice. Practising here does not guarantee exam success. Always rely on official RCPCH guidance for registration and requirements.

About

PaedVault

Features
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PaedVault is the ultimate MRCPCH revision platform designed specifically for paediatric trainees, doctors, and healthcare professionals preparing for Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health examinations. Key Features: - Comprehensive Question Bank: Practice thousands of high-yield questions tailored to FOP (Foundation of Practice), TAS (Theory and Science), and AKP (Applied Knowledge in Practice) exam blueprints. - Realistic Exam Modes: Take timed mock exams or practice at your own pace with instant feedback and rationale. - Detailed Clinical Explanations: Gain deep insights with rich explanations, key takeaways, and references for every question. - Smart Progress Tracking: Monitor your performance across core paediatric subspecialties, identify weak areas, and track your readiness over time. - Custom Study Tools: Flag questions, bookmark favourites, and take private revision notes synced across your devices. - Seamless Learning: High-contrast, clean mobile interface designed for quick revision sessions during shifts or dedicated study blocks. Disclaimer: PaedVault is an educational revision tool intended solely for medical exam preparation and professional learning. It is not a diagnostic device or a substitute for professional clinical judgment.

Screenshots

MRCPCH Prep4 screens
PaedVault4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: PaedVault at 15.1 against MRCPCH Prep's 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. MRCPCH Prep sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and PaedVault sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 4 level
MRCPCH Prep versus PaedVault: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMRCPCH PrepPaedVault
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS17.015.1 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size4 MB47 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperMD Shahariar Nazim JoyMISA LUNA LIMITED

In-app purchases

3 purchases

MRCPCH Prep

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$59.99
6 purchases

PaedVault

One-time6
  • PaedVault TAS 1 Month$19.99
  • PaedVault AKP 1 Month$19.99
  • PaedVault FOP 1 Month$19.99
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  • PaedVault TAS 3 Months$39.99
  • PaedVault AKP 3 Months$39.99
  • PaedVault FOP 3 Months$39.99

Questions

Is MRCPCH Prep free?
MRCPCH Prep is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PaedVault free?
PaedVault is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MRCPCH Prep or PaedVault have ads?
Neither MRCPCH Prep nor PaedVault shows ads.

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