Comparison

Pro EMS vs Massachusetts EMS

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

Head to head
About

Pro EMS

Access essential resources for ambulance service employees. Find important contact numbers, frequently used links, and stay updated with the latest EMS news and educational content.

Highlights
  • Important phone numbers
  • Frequently used links
  • Up-to-date EMS news
  • Educational resources
  • Employee-specific access
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This app has been designed for the easy access to commonly utilized resources for all Professional Ambulance “Pro EMS” Employees. Features include important phone numbers, frequently used links up to date EMS News, and education.

About

Massachusetts EMS

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
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This app was developed for anyone involved with EMS in Massachusetts. Massachusetts EMS is a universal app that will work on BOTH your iPhone and iPad. No internet required. No one can remember hundreds of pages of protocols especially in an emergency situation... that's what smart phones are for! ∙ Contains the MA OEMS 2026 prehospital statewide protocols broken down into individual sections which are searchable and hyperlinked for easy access. ∙ Contains medication list with dosages that actually reflect the statewide protocols. Also includes links back to their respective protocols. ∙ Contains a weight-based "pediatric tape" for quick dosing information for medications referenced in the protocols. ∙ Ability to bookmark commonly used protocols for quick reference. ∙ Map function allowing ability to find nearest trauma center, stroke center or Veterinary hospital ∙ Phone list with commonly used numbers. You also have the option to add person custom phone numbers. ∙ Supports dark mode and dynamic text. Starting in 2023 a paid subscription is required to use this app. You have the option when first opening the app to either choose an annual subscription (which comes with a 30 day free trial for new users) or instead choose lifetime access. Both offers provide access to all features of the app. App Subscription Options: ∙ Yearly (annual auto-renewable subscription) ∙ Lifetime access (one-time in-app purchase) The subscription period will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. To turn this function off, simply go to your iTunes account and turn off auto-renew. Renewal payments will differ depending on subscription and pricing at the time of renewal. Your iTunes account will be charged when the purchase is confirmed. Terms and Conditions: https://www.darkmedicalapps.com/terms-and-conditions Privacy Policy: https://www.darkmedicalapps.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Pro EMS4 screens
Massachusetts EMS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Massachusetts EMS at 4.0 against Pro EMS's 3.0. Massachusetts EMS also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 19 months). Pro EMS's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.6). On price 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

Both are free to download. Massachusetts EMS sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. Pro EMS asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Massachusetts EMS holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Massachusetts EMS has 42 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pro EMS ships an update every 19 months, Massachusetts EMS monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Pro EMS versus Massachusetts EMS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPro EMSMassachusetts EMS
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)4.0 (42 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—58.8% of reviews
Number of ratings242 — better
Update frequencyEvery 19 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB38 MB
Age rating4++17
DeveloperPro EMSDark Medical Apps LLC

Customer experience

Pro EMS

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Massachusetts EMS

All ratings42 ratings
Positive73.8%
Neutral4.8%
Negative21.4%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive58.8%
Neutral5.9%
Negative35.3%

In-app purchases

None

Pro EMS

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Massachusetts EMS

Subscriptions1
  • Annual Susbcription1 Month trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$99.99

Questions

Is Pro EMS free?
Pro EMS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Massachusetts EMS free?
Massachusetts EMS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pro EMS or Massachusetts EMS?
Massachusetts EMS is rated higher. Pro EMS averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Massachusetts EMS averages 4.0 from 42 ratings.
Do Pro EMS or Massachusetts EMS have ads?
Pro EMS shows ads; Massachusetts EMS does not.
Which is updated more often, Pro EMS or Massachusetts EMS?
Pro EMS ships an update every 19 months, and Massachusetts EMS monthly. Most recently, Pro EMS was updated on October 20, 2026 and Massachusetts EMS on October 29, 2026.

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