Block Buddy Pro Reviews

$10/month is way too steep for what you get. Especially for those not performing blocks all the time. I preferred the layout of the original BlockBuddy app also. There are other alternatives to this that don’t charge an absurd price and have excellent content. Making it a higher initial one-time fee would be much more reasonable and I would still use it if that was how it was offered.

So apparently I can’t access the original app any longer. Where’s my refund? I don’t recall purchasing BlockBuddyPro for a limited time period.

As others have said, this is a money grab. The original app was great and fairly priced. The content is the equivalent of a 50-page book. Way over-priced at $100/yr for what you get. For $10/mo., BlockBuddyPro should turn my phone into portable ultrasound.

(Response to developer)

We all have and continue to use other apps that don’t cost even a fraction of this one. Vargo provides significantly more information and they’ve managed to get by with charging a one time fee. It was steep, but nothing compared to what one would be paying for BlockBuddyPro if one were to keep it long term. And from what I understand, Vargo was much cheaper initially as well... and they didn’t come back and try to shake down previous purchasers for more money. They adjusted the price for future customers.

This idea that it’s ok to back out of our agreed upon price after the fact because you provided notice that you were going to do it in advance is absurd. I’m sorry that you discovered that your business model wasn’t as profitable as you had hoped, but this doesn’t justify shady business practices.

I can’t even open BlockBuddyPro to create an account. The only thing BlockBuddyPro allows me to do is login which is unhelpful since I don’t have an account. I am happy to remove/change my rating if this problem can be fixed.

Would not purchase BlockBuddyPro again. Bought the original, then the developer realized they could make even more with monthly subscriptions and screwed over a lot of anesthesia professionals. Would not support BlockBuddyPro.

The original app was quick and efficient to access. Every time I try to use BlockBuddyPro to teach a student or colleague, I have to apologize for the delayed login or worse the blank pictures of the anatomy. I am beginning to regret the outrageous cost of BlockBuddyPro! Will not renew again.

PLEASE FIX YOUR FUNCTIONALITY!

Bought original Block Buddy and it was a great product. They then delete the original Block Buddy so they can make a “Pro” app that requires an absurd subscription. Imagine buying a computer program, installing it on your computer and then a year later the software designer comes to your house and deletes the program from your computer because he made a new version. Is the new program better? Maybe. Does it have some new bells and whistles? Yea, but you were completely happy with the original program that you bought for a mutually agreed upon fee. This is the downside of digital content. Again, complete nonsense.

BlockBuddyPro doesn’t work at all. None of the drop down arrows open anything at all. I’ve contacted customer service and have received nothing in return. It’s embarrassing to know my AANA dues went toward this. I expect a refund and will be pursuing this. What a sham and disappointment.

After the update, my subscription is no longer active. I just paid for a year only a few months ago. I have contacted customer support twice over the last two months and have had no response.

Every single time I need BlockBuddyPro to review a block, there are no images or videos available, and yes I have downloaded everything. It should be working. I would say of the several attempts to use BlockBuddyPro (when I need it the most) it has worked 1 time. For the price I paid to use it, definitely not worth the money. I wish I could get a refund. It’s garbage.

Pictures stopped working. BlockBuddyPro is updated, but it shows no visuals at all.

PLEASE fix the functionality of BlockBuddyPro! The content is the best in the industry. Better than NYSORA, block jocks or god-forbid PNB School app. But the functionality of BlockBuddyPro is incredibly bad. Nothing works offline and it tries to sync excessively. I’ve had to repeatedly delete and reinstall BlockBuddyPro , which only works sometimes. Now it’s just crashing my iPad. I’ve been using BlockBuddyPro for over 4 years because the content is so good, but every time I hold my breath to see if it will launch.

Also, after fixing, a little marketing would go a long way. Those other apps are garbage, but have better marketing and social media presence. This one could rule them all after tweaking with some advertising. Godspeed

BlockBuddyPro doesn’t work most of the time and I have to login via a browser which in and of itself is difficult and defeats the purpose of a mobile app. There are better options out there for regional anesthesia not to mention they want $10 a month for this?

BlockBuddyPro logs me out frequently and then gives me an error when I try to log back in. PLEASE FIX THIS! There needs to be an option or default that keeps you logged in all the time, as this is supposed to be a quick reference resource that providers can access to treat patients effectively and efficiently.

The content is great- all useful information. I use it frequently.

But, For an app that I HAVE TO SUBSCRIBE TO, I shouldn’t have to fumble around with the functionality.

For example: when scrolling through a “lesson”, the floating bar at the bottom of the screen doesn’t stay put...it follows the scroll and covers the content you’re attempting to look at. Then a second or two later, the bar drops back down to the bottom of the page.

Another example: When writing “notes” into a lesson, I often have trouble adding anything after I do any deleting- that is to say, if I miss-type something and delete it, I can’t write anymore- it just won’t let me add anything else. Also, If I go back to something I’ve just typed, I can’t add anything to it. In either instance, I have to go out of the lesson completely, then come back into the note and edit it.

Get the bugs fixed. Or your app will eventually become more bothersome than useful, and I’ll cancel my subscription. There are plenty of other resources out there than don’t cost a dime.

There is no other app like it ! The images are very professional and the content is so comprehensive. You don’t even need a block course if you have block buddy pro !

Block Buddy Pro is, amazingly, even better than the original Block Buddy. More extensive ultrasound images, more POCUS with ultrasound images and excellent explanations. And now images available offline for remote or austere environments. Absolutely ESSENTIAL for both students and practicing anesthesia practitioners.

As an incoming SRNA, BlockBuddyPro has been a huge help in preparing myself for what’s to come. It is comprehensive, easy to follow along, convenient, and extremely informative! It is like taking an entire course on blocks all on its own. It will be a handy go to resource for me as a student and future CRNA!

It was unreasonable to expect such a great app to remain totally free forever. The new Pro app ads more content and the ability to view off line. They are constantly upgrading their content and are responsive to users. Typically I get a response within 1 day. I am happy to pay for up the quality of BlockBuddyPro. The cost is insignificant. I use it all the time as a refresher and to reinforce my knowledge. Highly recommended for those who have an interest in maintaining and keeping up with the latest regional techniques.

This is a great app. I used block buddy throughout my training and I just got the pro version and it is worth every penny. Wonderful clinical tool.

I’ve had the opportunity to use BlockBuddyPro and it’s easy to use and has good material. Also love this was developed by a CRNA