Cochrane Library vs iatroX (2025): The Gold Standard vs The Practical Standard
Current iatroX access
askiatroX and the PSA, PARA, MRCP Part 1, MRCEM SBA question banks are free. Other exam banks offer free samples, with full access included in all-access (£29/month or £99/year in the UK; US$29/month or US$99/year elsewhere).
Up to 10 new sample questions per day, shared across exams and subject to availability, with explanations and no account required. One complete guided Tutor session is included with a verified free account; continued Tutor use is included in all-access.
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At a Glance
Who is it for?
iatroX:Clinicians treating patients.
Cochrane Library:Researchers & Policy Makers.
Why choose iatroX?
- **Actionable**: Tells you what to do (the guideline).
- **Speed**: Instant answer vs reading a 100-page review.
- **Synthesis**: Combines evidence with practical constraints.
Why choose Cochrane Library?
- **Rigour**: The absolute highest standard of evidence in medicine.
- **Independence**: Free from commercial sponsorship bias.
- **Methodology**: Essential for understanding *how* we know what we know.
Feature Comparison
| Capability | iatroX | Cochrane Library |
|---|---|---|
| Output | - | Systematic Review |
| Use | - | Desktop / Academic |
In-Depth Analysis
Overview
Cochrane is the scientist in the lab coat. They spend years proving whether a drug works. They are the ultimate source of truth.
iatroX is the doctor on the ward. We take that truth (once it has been turned into a guideline by current national guidance) and help you use it. You need Cochrane to know if it works; you need iatroX to know how to prescribe it.
Use-Cases
Writing a Guideline
When to choose iatroX
When to choose Cochrane Library
- **Essential.** The source material for all guidelines.
Treating a Patient
When to choose iatroX
- **Winner.** Applies the evidence to the patient.
When to choose Cochrane Library
- Often concludes 'more research is needed'.