# EpiWatch - Seizure Monitor — FDA-Cleared Seizure Monitor

> FDA-cleared seizure detection and alerting app for Apple Watch. (iPhone/iPad app by EpiWatch, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/epiwatch-seizure-monitor/id6751776471 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [EpiWatch, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1765369687)
- Category: Medical, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 111 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 91 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-09-24
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/epiwatch-seizure-monitor/id6751776471/reviews.md

## What is EpiWatch?

EpiWatch: Continuous Seizure Monitoring for Tonic-Clonic Seizure Activity 
FDA-cleared Seizure Detection algorithm (ages 5+)

SAFETY, INDEPENDENCE, AND PEACE OF MIND
Take control of seizure safety with EpiWatch, the only clinically validated and FDA-cleared tonic-clonic seizure detection
and alerting app for Apple Watch. EpiWatch is available in the U.S. Seizure detection, monitoring, and caregiver alerting require a prescription from a U.S. clinician.

CLINICALLY VALIDATED SEIZURE DETECTION 
EpiWatch is powered by an FDA-cleared seizure detection algorithm that detected 98% of tonic-clonic seizures in clinical
trials with a false alarm rate of .08 per 24 hour period.

SUPPORTS INDEPENDENT APPLE WATCHES (FAMILY SETUP)
EpiWatch supports Apple's Family Setup. This means you can set up a cellular Apple Watch for a loved one using your own iPhone and their EpiWatch account, giving them full access without them needing a smartphone of their own.

ALERTS CAREGIVERS VIA E-MAIL, PHONE CALL, OR TEXT
When EpiWatch detects tonic-clonic seizure activity, it sends seizure alerts to the EpiWatch caregiver list by phone call,
text, and e-mail directly over the watch’s wi-fi or cellular connection.

CUSTOMIZABLE CAREGIVER ALERT PREFERENCES
Add as many caregivers as you need to your alert network with no extra cost. Customize each caregiver's alert
preferences for notification.

ALERTS CAREGIVERS TO YOUR LOCATION
EpiWatch includes the watch wearer’s GPS location with alert messaging.

USE HELP BUTTON FOR MANUAL ALERTING
Manually send alerts to contacts by pressing the “HELP” button for assistance.

FREE SEIZURE LOGGING AND DIARY
EpiWatch includes free seizure journaling and manual logging, available without a prescription or subscription. Manually log seizure events, record auras, and add clinical details such as seizure type, duration, and severity. With prescription-activated monitoring, automatic detections and manual alerts can also appear on your calendar.

MONITORING STATUS NOTIFICATIONS
Status notifications on the watch provide confirmation that monitoring is active. Send test alerts to caregivers at any time.

APPLE WATCH COMPLICATION
Add the EpiWatch complication to your Apple Watch face for quick access to the app and at-a-glance monitoring status.

SIMPLE TO SUBSCRIBE
Subscribe directly on the Apple App store. Billing is through your Apple account.

REGULATORY AND COMPLIANCE
The EpiWatch Monitoring System is an FDA-cleared (K243515) software-only mobile medical application intended for use
with a compatible wrist-worn device as an adjunct to seizure monitoring of adults and children ages 5 and up. EpiWatch requires a U.S. clinician’s prescription and an active subscription for seizure detection, monitoring, and caregiver alerting.

Refer to the EpiWatch Instructions for Use and Product Manual for detailed instructions, warnings, precautions, and
possible risks related to EpiWatch. EpiWatch should never be used to make medical or diagnostics decisions. Always
seek your doctor's advice before making any medical decisions.

The EpiWatch software on the watch requires Wi-Fi or cellular connectivity, or Bluetooth® to the companion iPhone® , for
alert transmission.

Portions of EpiWatch are Licensed Work, copyright © 2020 Johns Hopkins University all rights reserved, and contain
valuable confidential and proprietary information of Johns Hopkins University and is subject to applicable licensing
agreements and any unauthorized reproduction, transmission, or distribution of this Licensed Work is a violation of
applicable laws.

EpiWatch and the EpiWatch logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Johns Hopkins University in the U.S. and
other countries and are used under license by EpiWatch, Inc. All other trademarks used herein are the property of their
respective owners.

Product features are subject to change. Copyright © 2026 EpiWatch, Inc.

## Key features

- FDA-cleared seizure detection
- Caregiver alerts (email, phone, text)
- GPS location with alerts
- Manual help button
- Seizure logging and diary
- Supports independent Apple Watches

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| EpiWatch Yearly | $219.99 | per year |
| EpiWatch Monthly | $19.99 | per month |


## Chart rankings

- #37 in Top Grossing · Medical (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 11)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/epiwatch-seizure-monitor/id6751776471/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Unreliable at best

*2026-09-01*

It does not work , consistently disconnected, won’t repair , don’t bet your child’s safety on this , it’s a total waste of time and support is not available or responsive

### 1/5 — Terrible onboarding

*2026-08-31*

It just doesn’t work… I had to recreate an account that already existed for sure, now can’t get past the eula step, it refuses to load. Fantastic…

### 4/5 — I like it

*2026-05-09*

It alerted my husband during a tonic clonic seizure and it doesn’t have false alarms which is nice. I like that it’s FDA approved I just wish it wasn’t so much more expensive than the other apps. I also like that they added a seizure log type thing to it so you can record when you have one. Overall it does its job it’s just so pricey($20 a month when most others are $12-$14 a month)so that’s why I give it a 4.

**Developer response:** Thank you @kballard95 for the feedback, and we're glad to hear that your husband was alerted. Thanks also for the feedback on the seizure log - that was updated based on user feedback! We also wanted to let you know that we frequently offer price promotions - please reach out to us at admin@epiwatch.com to check on available discounts that may apply.

### 1/5 — Doesnt work

*2026-05-04*

The app doesnt work so they “gave me 2 free months” but really that two months only ended up being like 14 days now it’s expired already. 1 and a half months early. Thanks for nothing

**Developer response:** Thank you for the feedback - please reach out to us at troubleshooting@epiwatch.com so that we can assist with resolving the issue.

### 1/5 — Seizure

*2026-04-21*

My son just had a terrible seizure and it did not notify us and he had his watch on.

**Developer response:** Thank you for your comment, we would like to help troubleshoot this to identify what may have happened - could you reach out to us at troubleshooting@epiwatch.com so we can obtain additional information? A reminder to all EpiWatch users that the monitoring needs to be turned on using the blue 'monitor' button on the watch face to start seizure monitoring.

### 1/5 — Should’ve avoided Apple

*2026-04-17*

Being exclusively apple is their biggest problem. Great system and apple ruins it. Requesting money back. Call me when you get away from apple.

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback - we are always appreciative of input on ways we can improve. We have heard this feedback from other Android users, and will strongly consider other platforms in our future product development roadmap.

### 3/5 — Latest update makes the watch die quickly

*2026-03-30, version 1.2.3*

The most recent update makes Apple Watch count the monitoring sessions as a workout - this makes the watch die quickly, which is a problem if you need to wear the watch continuously for many hours. The battery used to last ~12 hours while monitoring continuously, now the watch dies after ~7 hours of monitoring. We reached out to the support email but have not received a response, hopefully there’s an updated fix soon. Prior to this we had no complaints!!

### 1/5 — Don’t waste your time

*2026-03-14*

I found an article online praising EpiWatch. I read how it was the only FDA approved app. Once I tried to create an account, it then requires a prescription from your doctor. Which was fine. What they don’t disclosed up front is the annual cost of $220 to use the app. You don’t find this out until after you downloaded the app, create the account, have your provider send you a script, send the script to the app, the app has to approve your script. Then after all that, you are hit with a fee of $220. Please don’t waste your time and energy.

**Developer response:** Thank you @Peanut010901 for your feedback, and we are sorry to hear that you were not expecting a subscription cost for tonic clonic seizure detection and alerting. We try to make it clear in our offering that there is an in-app purchase required for the subscription. We do suggest that because EpiWatch is FDA cleared, and includes a prescription requirement, you submit to your insurance provider for reimbursement. It is also FSA and HSA eligible. We frequently offer promotional monthly and annual subscription pricing. Please feel free to message us at troubleshooting@epiwatch.com for additional details and support.

### 4/5 — How does this work

*2026-02-06*

There is little information to find to demonstrate how this works. I see no way to log information or no notifications that insure it is monitoring or not. They were quick to activate my account once I uploaded the prescription (less than 12 hours) and the test alert and calls worked well for everyone, but that’s it. Having some reassurance or at the least an official video that shows what the app looks like both from the phone, and from the actual watch would be helpful. Also I am a parent with my child’s watch and child’s apple id paired to my phone so that would need a separate video than an adult monitoring their own. Thankya

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback, it always helps us understand where we can improve. We have added a video to our FAQ section on our website (www.epiwatch.com), with a link to the video under 'How Do I Set Up My EpiWatch Account'. Once your subscription is active, and monitoring is turned on by pressing the blue 'Monitor' button on the watch face, you will see a blue MONITORING message at the top of the watch face, indicating that monitoring is active. Please reach out to us with any additional questions at troubleshooting@epiwatch.com.

### 5/5 — Caregiver -Kathryn Gurley

*2025-12-17*

This App alerted our son Ben, who has Epilepsy and Ventricular Tachycardia. The App alerted Ben BEFORE he had a tonic-clonic or grand mal seizure! It is very dark out, and Ben’s blood sugar was low. Ben drank some ginger ale, and Ben did not go into a seizure because of this App! We are SO GRATEFUL! We were in the same room and heard the ding, then a ten-second countdown to alert caregivers, which Ben stopped because we were with him. We have NEVER had an APP ( and we have tried them ALL alert us before a seizure! This is Brilliant, THANK YOU EpiWatch! 🙏

## Frequently asked questions about EpiWatch

### What is EpiWatch?

EpiWatch is an FDA-cleared mobile medical application designed for use with a compatible wrist-worn device, specifically the Apple Watch, to monitor and alert for tonic-clonic seizures. It provides safety, independence, and peace of mind for users and their caregivers.

### How accurate is EpiWatch's seizure detection?

In clinical trials, EpiWatch's FDA-cleared seizure detection algorithm successfully detected 98% of tonic-clonic seizures with a very low false alarm rate of 0.08 per 24-hour period.

### Who can use EpiWatch?

EpiWatch is intended for adults and children ages 5 and up who experience seizures. Activation requires a prescription from a U.S. clinician and a subscription.

### How does EpiWatch alert caregivers?

When tonic-clonic seizure activity is detected, EpiWatch sends alerts to your designated caregiver list via phone call, text message, and email. These alerts include the wearer's GPS location.

### Can I manually trigger an alert with EpiWatch?

Yes, EpiWatch features a 'HELP' button that allows you to manually send alerts to your contacts for immediate assistance.

### What are the subscription costs for EpiWatch?

EpiWatch offers subscription plans through the Apple App Store. Options include EpiWatch Monthly at $19.99 and EpiWatch Yearly at $219.99, billed through your Apple account.

### Does EpiWatch work without a smartphone?

EpiWatch supports Apple's Family Setup, allowing a cellular Apple Watch to be set up for a loved one using your iPhone. This provides them with full access to EpiWatch's features without needing their own smartphone.

### How often is EpiWatch updated?

The latest version of EpiWatch is 1.2.3, and it was last updated on March 18, 2026. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and improvements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.9 — 2026-09-01

Improvements:
- Significantly reduced battery drain during monitoring.
- Faster, more reliable syncing between your watch and phone.
- Streamlined seizure reports.
- Security and privacy improvements.

Bug Fixes:
- Fixed an issue where the app could show a connection error at launch.
- Fixed incorrect messaging when a monitoring session stopped.
- General stability and reliability improvements.

### 1.2.8 — 2026-08-31

Improvements:
- Significantly reduced battery drain during monitoring.
- Faster, more reliable syncing between your watch and phone.
- Streamlined seizure reports.
- Security and privacy improvements.

Bug Fixes:
- Fixed an issue where the app could show a connection error at launch.
- Fixed incorrect messaging when a monitoring session stopped.
- General stability and reliability improvements.

### 1.2.7 — 2026-07-22

What's New:
- Added a Contact Support option in Settings to submit support requests directly from the app.

Bug Fixes & Improvements:
- General reliability improvements.

### 1.2.6 — 2026-06-30

What's New:
- Redesigned onboarding to make setup clearer and easier to complete.
- Added guided education screens for monitoring, alerts, caregivers, reports, and Apple Watch setup.
- Moved seizure journaling and manual logging earlier in setup, so users can access them before prescription review is complete.
- Added a new Apple Watch complication.

Bug Fixes & Improvements:
- Improved login reliability so sessions are handled more smoothly.
- Fixed issues that could cause users to be signed out unexpectedly.
- Improved calendar loading.
- Improved Apple Watch monitoring reliability.
- General bug fixes and stability improvements to keep the app running smoothly.

### 1.2.5 — 2026-04-18

Bug Fixes & Improvements
- Fixed a display issue so the status text is now fully visible beneath the system time.
- Resolved an issue with the alarm feature that caused the app to crash on some devices.
- General bug fixes and stability improvements to keep the app running smoothly.

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