BMJ Learning vs Red Whale (2025): The Module vs The Handbook

Last reviewed: 2025-12-19 · Reviewed by

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At a Glance

Who is it for?

BMJ Learning:Individual Doctors

Red Whale:GPs / Primary Care

Why choose BMJ Learning?

  • **Specific**: Search for exactly what you need (e.g., 'Frozen Shoulder').
  • **On-Demand**: 20-30 minute chunks suitable for breaks.
  • **Multimedia**: Good use of audio and interactive cases.

Why choose Red Whale?

  • **Holistic**: Covers all major guideline changes in one go.
  • **Written**: The 'GP Update Handbook' is the bible for many GPs.
  • **Fun**: Famous for humour and engaging presenters.

Feature Comparison

CapabilityBMJ LearningRed Whale
FormatDigital LibraryCourse + Book
ToneAcademicPragmatic / Fun

In-Depth Analysis

Overview

Red Whale is a cultural phenomenon in UK General Practice—it makes CPD fun and gives you a physical book you'll use all year. BMJ Learning is the reliable digital library you dip into when you have a specific knowledge gap.

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Use-Cases

I need 1 CPD credit now

When to choose BMJ Learning

  • **Winner.** Do a quick module.

When to choose Red Whale

  • Requires attending a course/reading a chapter.

I want to get up to date on everything

When to choose BMJ Learning

  • Fragmented.

When to choose Red Whale

  • **Winner.** The definition of a 'GP Update'.