# NY EMS Protocols vs Massachusetts EMS

The clearest difference is rating: NY EMS Protocols at 4.4 against Massachusetts EMS's 4.0. NY EMS Protocols also leads on review sentiment (71% vs 59%). Massachusetts EMS's advantage is chart position (#184 vs unranked). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NY EMS Protocols sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Massachusetts EMS sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

NY EMS Protocols holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 30 and 42 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of NY EMS Protocols's written reviews are positive against 59% of Massachusetts EMS's.

NY EMS Protocols ships an update every 2 months, Massachusetts EMS monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NY EMS Protocols | Massachusetts EMS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (30 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ny-ems-protocols/id974155395/reviews)** | [4.0 (42 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/massachusetts-ems/id1050497298/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 30 | **42** |
| Positive reviews | **71.4% of reviews** | 58.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#184** |
| Size | 63 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | +17 |
| Developer | [Rappasoft](https://appshunter.io/developer/335522494) | [Dark Medical Apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1046115244) |

## What reviewers say

### NY EMS Protocols

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ny-ems-protocols/id974155395)

Provides New York State EMS professionals with instant access to statewide emergency medical protocols, clinical decision tools, and reference materials. Features include offline access, search functionality, and study resources. Designed for field use by EMTs, AEMTs, and Paramedics.

**Highlights:** Complete NYS BLS and ALS protocol access, Clinical decision tools (calculators, timers, checklists), Equipment and reference tools, Study resources (flowcharts, flashcards, quizzes), Hospital directory with directions, Medications reference with contraindication alerts, Offline functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NY EMS Pro Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| NY EMS Pro Yearly | $19.99 | per year |


### Massachusetts EMS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/massachusetts-ems/id1050497298)

**Currently charting:** #184 Top Grossing · Medical (US App Store)

Access prehospital EMS protocols for Massachusetts offline. Features searchable protocols, medication dosages, a pediatric tape, and a map to locate medical centers. Includes a phone list for quick contact.

**Highlights:** Searchable statewide protocols, Medication list with dosages, Pediatric weight-based dosing tape, Map to nearest trauma/stroke centers, Customizable phone list, Offline access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual Susbcription | $9.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NY EMS Protocols free?

NY EMS Protocols is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Massachusetts EMS free?

Massachusetts EMS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, NY EMS Protocols or Massachusetts EMS?

NY EMS Protocols is rated higher. NY EMS Protocols averages 4.4 out of 5 from 30 ratings, while Massachusetts EMS averages 4.0 from 42 ratings.

### Do NY EMS Protocols or Massachusetts EMS have ads?

Neither NY EMS Protocols nor Massachusetts EMS shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, NY EMS Protocols or Massachusetts EMS?

NY EMS Protocols ships an update every 2 months, and Massachusetts EMS monthly. Most recently, NY EMS Protocols was updated on October 26, 2026 and Massachusetts EMS on October 28, 2026.

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