Head-to-head · Family Practice Electronic Medical Records Software
Bp Premier vs GNUmed
Bp Premier leads on 0 checks, GNUmed on 1, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreBp Premier · 9.2/10
- Free planonly GNUmed
- Free trialonly Bp Premier
- Most featuresBp Premier · 3 of 4
Bp Premier scores higher on our rubric for family practice electronic medical records software: 9.2 against 7.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #7.
GNUmed offers free plan; Bp Premier doesn't. On mobile access, Bp Premier gives you App where GNUmed offers None.
Bp Premier is the better fit for practices needing comprehensive general-practice workflows. GNUmed is the better fit for cost-conscious practices comfortable with self-hosting.
- Bp Premier fits best
Practices needing comprehensive general-practice workflows
- GNUmed fits best
Cost-conscious practices comfortable with self-hosting
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Side by side
| Feature | Bp Premier 9.2/10 Visit ↗ | GNUmed 7.7/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.2 | 7.7 |
| Ranking | #1 in Family Practice Electronic Medical Records Software | #7 in Family Practice Electronic Medical Records Software |
| Best for | Practices needing comprehensive general-practice workflows | Cost-conscious practices comfortable with self-hosting |
| Pricing model | Paid | Free |
| Starting price | — | Free plan |
| Free plan | — | ✓ (best) |
| Free trial | 90 days | — |
| Deployment | Desktop | Self-hosted, Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Support | Phone, Email, Docs | Community, Docs, Email |
| Integrations | 200+ integrations | 5 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market |
| Features Bp Premier 3/4 · GNUmed 0/4 | ||
| E-prescribing | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Patient portal | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Telehealth | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Claims included | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
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| Mobile access | App | None |
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| Our verdict | Bp Premier combines electronic medical records and practice management for Australian and New Zealand general practices, allied-health clinics and larger multi-site organisations. Its scope spans patient records, consultation notes,… Read the review → |
GNUmed is a free, open-source electronic medical record system for ambulatory practices and clinics. Its focus is longitudinal patient care, making it relevant to clinicians and other health professionals who need to document ongoing… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Bp Premier — where it wins
- Covers records, prescribing, appointments, claims, results, telehealth and billing
- Includes Medicare and DVA online patient and direct-bill claiming
- Connects with 200 integrations, including Best Practice and healthcare services
Where it doesn't
- Runs on Windows desktop rather than a broader range of platforms
- Paid plans and extra integration or SMS services add to total cost
- Support is offered by phone, email and documentation, not 24/7
GNUmed — where it wins
- Tracks longitudinal records, medications, allergies, tests and vaccinations
- Includes appointments, waiting lists, billing items and invoices
- Free, open-source desktop clients for Windows, macOS and Linux
Where it doesn't
- Requires local installation and a PostgreSQL database
- No mobile access is listed
- No e-prescribing, patient portal or telehealth is listed
- Bp Premier9.2/10 · 90-day trial
A comprehensive Windows EMR for general practice, with claims, prescribing, telehealth and billing.
Visit Bp PremierFull verdict → - GNUmed7.7/10 · Free plan
A self-hosted EMR for practices that want longitudinal records without a license fee.
Visit GNUmedFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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