# Apple Research

> Participate in health research studies using Apple devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Apple.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apple-research/id1463884356 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Apple](https://appshunter.io/developer/284417353)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Medical
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 1,533 App Store ratings · 128 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 108 MB
- Languages: Australian English, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Greek and 21 more
- Released: 2019-11-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apple-research/id1463884356/reviews.md

## What is Apple Research?

Making the world a healthier place just got a lot easier. We invite you to join over 350,000 people contributing to groundbreaking research using Apple Watch and iPhone. Your participation will add to an unprecedented initiative that has already led to new insights in human health and advancements in Appleʼs health technologies.

1. Join the Apple Women's Health Study, conducted in partnership with the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and National Institute of Health Sciences to help advance the understanding of menstrual cycles and health conditions such as infertility, osteoporosis, and menopause.

 2. Join the Apple Health Study, conducted in partnership with the Brigham and Women's Hospital to explore different areas of health. Researchers are especially interested in the interconnectivity of various areas of health, such as the relationship between the menstrual cycle and heart health, or how hearing health can influence mental health. The study brings together diverse perspectives to advance science and develop features that work for us all.

 3. Join the Apple Hearing Study, conducted in partnership with the University of Michigan to help advance the understanding of how sound exposure levels over time can impact your hearing, stress levels, and cardiac health.

Features:
Review available studies, learn about the research partners and the research goals, understand study expectations, and if you are eligible, enroll by providing your consent.

Choose which data to share and with what study, and review and manage data collected.

Perform relevant tasks for enrolled studies.

Learn how other Apple research studies have contributed to advancements in health science and to the development of innovative health products.

With your permission, this app can securely access the data you choose to share through the Apple Health app.

## Key features

- Join health research studies
- Learn about research partners and goals
- Understand study expectations
- Enroll by providing consent
- Choose and manage data sharing
- Perform study-related tasks
- Access Apple Health data

## What do users think of Apple Research?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 👍 Frictionless participation
- 🚀 Excellent data collector
- 💡 Great concept
- 🌟 Behind you 100%
- 👍 Love collaborative research

**Cons**

- 🔒 Privacy concerns
- 🐛 Buggy app
- 🔋 High battery drain
- 🚫 Limited to Apple devices
- 💰 Lack of compensation

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Transferring studies to new device fails
- Hearing test issues
- Menstrual cycle survey crashes
- Demographic info not editable
- Quiet place detection not working

**Most requested features**

- Save progress in surveys
- Ability to edit/review submitted data
- Incentives for participation
- Expand to non-Apple devices
- More diverse study options
- Ability to share data with medical providers

## Recent user reviews (10 of 128)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apple-research/id1463884356/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Unable to download

*2026-06-23, version 7.2.1*

Was participating and now with newest phone I am
Unable to download the app to continue.  And keep getting asked to participate. No way to get any help or support either.

### 5/5 — Dennis Larson

*2026-06-18, version 7.2.1*

Love your work

### 1/5 — Broken for past 4-5 weeks

*2026-06-01, version 7.2.1*

Despite the recent app update, this app is not working correctly (very un-Apple). Completed tasks do not delete from the ‘To-do’ queue.

### 4/5 — Neat

*2026-04-20, version 7.1.1*

It’s nice to see Apple is showcasing what a neat app is like

### 5/5 — Giving back

*2026-02-19, version 7.1.1*

My father was dying of when in the Boston Globe I read of a MGH clinical trial. His doctor at the affiliated medical center in Peabody, MA.  At my request his doctor Swartz was able to include dad. He lived short of two additional years. 

Thus I wish to give back in appreciation for a Clinical Trial’s extension of my father’s life.

### 1/5 — Unable to tap

*2026-02-05, version 7.1.1*

I participated in a study for several years but now I have to quit because the app no longer functions and there is zero support. It’s a shame, all those years wasted because you can’t tap Next. 🤷🏻

### 2/5 — Great idea, needs work

*2026-01-20, version 7.1.0*

My Medicare claims aren’t always syncing. Or I have to delete what is in the app and re-sync. I would love to see the claims for my managed Medicaid plan.

Lastly, it would be great if Apple started creating a Vision Pro app to start collecting usage data for its impact on health.

### 4/5 — Right inner hip

*2026-01-14, version 7.1.0*

Have to lay on left side with left leg extended and pillow between knees.

### 4/5 — Good but not great

*2026-01-13, version 7.1.0*

We should be able to customize our profile picture in this app.
There should be more studies, for the good of man kind.

### 2/5 — Apple Research

*2025-12-16, version 7.0.0*

Never seen myself using this app ever.

## Frequently asked questions about Apple Research

### What does the Apple Research app do?

The Apple Research app allows users to participate in various health research studies conducted in partnership with leading institutions. By using your Apple Watch and iPhone, you can contribute valuable data to advance scientific understanding in areas like women's health, general health, and hearing health.

### What kind of studies are available?

Currently, studies include the Apple Women's Health Study focusing on menstrual cycles and related conditions, the Apple Health Study exploring various health interconnections, and the Apple Hearing Study investigating the impact of sound exposure on hearing, stress, and cardiac health.

### Is there a cost to use the Apple Research app?

No, the Apple Research app is free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements associated with participating in the research studies through this application.

### What data does the app collect and how is it managed?

With your explicit permission, the app can securely access data you choose to share through the Apple Health app. You have control over which data is shared with which study and can review and manage your data contributions at any time.

### Who can participate in these studies?

Eligibility for specific studies may vary. The app provides information about each study's goals and expectations, and you can determine if you are eligible to enroll by providing your consent within the application.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.2.2 — 2026-08-18

This update includes the addition of a new Insights tab, which displays comparisons of your data with the broader study populations.

### 7.2.1 — 2026-05-29

This update includes the addition of a new Insights tab, which displays comparisons of your data with the broader study populations.

### 7.2.0 — 2026-05-27

This update includes the addition of a new Insights tab, which displays comparisons of your data with the broader study populations.

### 7.1.1 — 2026-01-21

This update includes bug fixes and improvements.

### 7.1.0 — 2026-01-07

This update includes bug fixes and improvements, including a new design with Liquid Glass.

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