Comparison

Lanthier vs Orthopedic Q

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

Head to head
About

Lanthier

Access up-to-date internal medicine information and guidelines quickly and efficiently. This app offers a fast search function, intuitive menus, and direct links to PubMed references. It's designed for physicians, residents, and medical students to use at the bedside.

Highlights
  • Concise bedside information
  • Advanced search function
  • Intuitive menus
  • Direct links to PubMed
  • Personal note-taking
  • Cross-device synchronization
Features
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“Lanthier” is an internal medicine app based on the seventh edition of the bestselling pocketbook. Completely re-imagined for iOS, this app will allow any physician, resident or medical student to access up-to-date medical information and guidelines quickly and efficiently. Free 7 days trial subscription! “Lanthier Practical Guide to Internal Medicine is a good choice for an app to replace your pocketbook. Beyond providing quality content with references, it has an excellent design that makes it more than just a digitized version of a book. Finding clinically relevant information about a condition is quick and easy.” iMedicalApp.com — FEATURES — • Concise: edited to be useful at the bedside. • Fast: advanced search function, intuitive menus. • Direct link to the references on PubMed and now through Read by QxMD (internet connection required). Build your paper collection using articles selected by Dr Lanthier himself. • MedCalX integration (sold separately): for quick access to the trusted medical calculator. • Take personal notes within the topics and synchronize them across your iOS devices. Perfect for studying for board exams! — TOPICS — Cardiology Dermatology (new) Endocrinology Gastroenterology General Internal Medicine Hematology Infectious Diseases Nephrology Neurology Oncology Pneumology Rheumatology — ABOUT THE LEAD AUTHORS — Dr Luc Lanthier practices General Internal Medicine at the Sherbrooke University Hospital Center and is a Professor of Medicine at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences of the University of Sherbrooke. He is former chair of the French Examination Board for Internal Medicine Exam at the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Dr Donald Echenberg practices General Internal Medicine at the Sherbrooke University Hospital Center and is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences of the University of Sherbrooke. He is past president of the Canadian Society of Internal Medicine and is currently Governor of the Quebec Chapter of the American College of Physicians. — DISCLAIMER — This publication (application) is to be used as a guide only. It is intended only for use by licensed medical practitioners and medical students. Every doctor (or prescriber) is responsible for their actions. Therapeutic options presented in this guide reflect current approaches and guidelines in the field of internal medicine. Content has been peer reviewed by leading experts in their respective fields. The authors of Lanthier - Practical Guide to Internal Medicine shall not be liable for any injury and/or damage to persons or property arising from the use of this application. This guide is not meant to replace clinical judgment. It is the responsibility of the licensed prescriber to verify the indications, contraindications and dosage of the medication (and actions) they prescribe. — ABOUT SUBSCRIPTION — Lanthier - Internal Medicine is offered as a subscription service, renewed automatically. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. The iTunes Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the application «Settings» section and tapping «Manage Subscriptions» after purchase. For more information on Terms of Use visit https://lanthiermed.com/terms-of-use

About

Orthopedic Q

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Comprehensive Orthopedic Learning: Orthopedic Question & Answers with flashcards learning tool. Master orthopedic medicine with our extensive collection of professional-grade flashcards. Whether you're a medical student, resident, or practicing professional, our app provides a structured approach to learning orthopedic concepts. Key Features: 400+ Expert-Curated Flashcards 9 Specialized Categories: Basics & Fundamentals Trauma Management Sports Medicine Hand Surgery Foot & Ankle Pediatric Orthopedics Reconstruction Spine Surgery Pathology Smart Learning Features: Intuitive card-flipping interface Category-based organization Shuffle function for randomized review Progress tracking Clean, distraction-free design Works offline - study anywhere! User-Friendly Design: Simple, intuitive navigation Easy-to-read formatting Quick category switching Smooth animations Optimized for both phones and tablets Perfect for: Medical Students Orthopedic Residents Fellowship Preparation Board Exam Review Continuing Medical Education Quick Reference Content developed by orthopedic specialists, covering essential topics from basic anatomy to complex surgical concepts. Each card features carefully crafted questions and detailed, accurate answers. Free from ads and unnecessary permissions. Download now and take your orthopedic knowledge to the next level!

Screenshots

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Orthopedic Q4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Lanthier at Free against Orthopedic Q's $4.99. Lanthier also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 15 months). Orthopedic Q's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On ads 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

Lanthier is free to download; Orthopedic Q costs $4.99 up front. Lanthier sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.49 per year. Orthopedic Q asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lanthier ships an update every 2 months, Orthopedic Q every 15 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Lanthier versus Orthopedic Q: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLanthierOrthopedic Q
PriceFree — better$4.99
Rating3.8 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews61.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 15 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB3 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperLes Éditions Formed inc.Ahmad Al Hariri

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Lanthier

Subscriptions2
  • Lanthier - current users3 Months trial$19.491 Year
  • Lanthier - new users7 Days trial$19.491 Year
None

Orthopedic Q

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Lanthier free?
Lanthier is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Orthopedic Q free?
Orthopedic Q costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Lanthier or Orthopedic Q have ads?
Neither Lanthier nor Orthopedic Q shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Lanthier or Orthopedic Q?
Lanthier ships an update every 2 months, and Orthopedic Q every 15 months. Most recently, Lanthier was updated on October 29, 2026 and Orthopedic Q on October 28, 2026.

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