Comparison

CmapTools vs QCPR

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

Head to head
About

CmapTools

Create and share concept maps and knowledge models directly on your iPad. Easily build complex diagrams with drag-and-drop functionality and a full style palette. Synchronize your work with the Cmap Cloud for seamless access across devices.

Highlights
  • Concept map construction
  • Knowledge model building
  • Drag-and-drop interface
  • Full style palette
  • Cmap Cloud synchronization
  • Cross-device access
Features
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CmapTools for iPad is the perfect tool to rapidly construct concept maps and knowledge models on your iPad and share them on the Cmap Cloud. Following the same simple user interface for concept construction as CmapTools, CmapTools for iPad enables the full construction of Knowledge Models, with drag-and-drop capabilities of resource and Cmaps, full style palette, combined with the direct manipulation of the iPad. Through the synchronization feature, Cmaps on your iPad are automatically synchronized with your account on the Cmap Cloud, which can be accessed easily from CmapTools. Automatically move Cmaps between your iPad and CmapTools. Expand your use of the CmapTools suite and take advantage of the integration of the programs to graphically express your understanding and ideas on all domains of knowledge. CmapTools for iPad is ideal for students and teachers, for Cmapping while traveling, for brainstorming during meetings and notetaking. CmapTools for iPad can be downloaded for free from the iTunes Store, and requires an iPad with iOS 7 or above. The synchronization with the Cmap Cloud and export and import features are an In-App purchase. Synchronization requires an Internet connection.

About

QCPR

This app provides real-time feedback on CPR performance for instructors and learners. It supports multiple manikins and offers detailed reports for debriefing, aiming to improve basic life-saving skills through objective analysis.

Highlights
  • Real-time CPR performance analysis
  • Support for multiple manikins
  • In-depth performance reports
  • CPR game for quality focus
  • Choking baby learning objectives
  • Global resuscitation guideline support
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The all-new QCPR app has been redesigned from the ground up to seamlessly provide CPR instructors and learners with our gold standard QCPR technology feedback. With support for connecting 6 manikins, including Little Anne QCPR, Little Junior QCPR, Little Baby QCPR, Resusci Anne QCPR, Resusci Junior QCPR and Resusci Baby QCPR, you can get the feedback you need on the devices you prefer. Some of the new features for instructors: up to date clear global resuscitation guideline support, in-depth performance reports for great debriefing post sessions, learner naming and arrangement with manikin support, a redesigned CPR game to support promoting the best quality performance over speed, and support for choking baby learning objectives for Little Baby QCPR. Whether you're a healthcare professional, student, or instructor, the QCPR app makes it easy to train and improve your basic life-saving skills. With real-time analysis of compression depth, rate, recoil, and ventilation volume, you can fine-tune your technique and become a better CPR provider. Download the QCPR app today and receive access to high-quality CPR training and learning experiences. Languages currently supported by the QCPR all include English (Default), German, French, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Dutch, and Polish.

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: QCPR at none against CmapTools's 1. QCPR also leads on device support (3 vs 1). CmapTools's advantage is rating (2.8 vs 2.6) and review sentiment (36% vs 20%). On price, ratings volume 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. CmapTools sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. QCPR asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CmapTools holds the better App Store score, 2.8 against 2.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 16 and 29 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of CmapTools's written reviews are positive against 20% of QCPR's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CmapTools ships an update monthly, QCPR every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
CmapTools versus QCPR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCmapToolsQCPR
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (16 ratings) — better2.6 (29 ratings)
Positive reviews35.6% of reviews — better20.3% of reviews
Number of ratings1629 — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS7.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB126 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperFlorida Institute for Human & Machine CognitionLaerdal Medical AS

Customer experience

CmapTools

All ratings16 ratings
Positive43.8%
Neutral6.3%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews87 reviews
Positive35.6%
Neutral12.6%
Negative51.7%

QCPR

All ratings28 ratings
Positive32.1%
Neutral3.6%
Negative64.3%
Written reviews79 reviews
Positive20.3%
Neutral11.4%
Negative68.4%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

CmapTools

One-time1
  • Enable Sync to Cmap Cloud and Sharing Options$4.99
None

QCPR

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CmapTools free?
CmapTools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QCPR free?
QCPR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, CmapTools or QCPR?
CmapTools is rated higher. CmapTools averages 2.8 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while QCPR averages 2.6 from 29 ratings.
Do CmapTools or QCPR have ads?
Neither CmapTools nor QCPR shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CmapTools or QCPR?
CmapTools ships an update monthly, and QCPR every 2 months. Most recently, CmapTools was updated on October 29, 2026 and QCPR on October 29, 2026.

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