Comparison

EDF vs HEINE DERM

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

EDF

Features
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This guideline has been developed by and for doctors involved in the treatment of psoriasis. The recommendations for the different treatment options are rated according to their strength. The guideline offers advice on patient monitoring, contraindications and adverse events. Recommendations are also made for groups of patients who require special consideration when receiving psoriasis treatment, such as those with a history of malingnacy, HIV infection or impaired liver or kidney function. The guideline has originally been published in the Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (JEADV) by Nast A, et al. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol. 2015 Dec;29(12):2277-94. doi: 10.1111/jdv.13354

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HEINE DERM

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A single piece of software for all devices: The new DERM app for iPhone enables documentation and management of dermoscopic images taken with the help of the HEINE DELTA 30 Pro, HEINE DELTA 30, DELTAone and iC1 dermatoscopes. This app allows you to create crystal-clear images, place them on a bodymap and annotate them with comments, risk levels, an indication, a diagnosis and treatment. It’s perfect for compiling digital documentation in next to no time, since patient images are accessible in just a few quick clicks. The user-friendly interface, which guarantees quick access to images and information at all times, ensures a simple workflow. All the data is managed in a clear patient file. At the end of the examination, images and other treatments can be immediately and clearly discussed with the patient, which directly increases patient loyalty. Images and findings can be shared in the form of a report in order to obtain second opinions from colleagues, or to create a summary for the patient. Details and functions at a glance: • Documentation and management of dermoscopic images • High-resolution image quality of up to 12 megapixels and up to 40x digital magnification • Realistic detail and colour rendering of the examined areas of the skin. The high colour rendering is achieved thanks to the unique LED illumination (HEINE LEDHQ) and a camera system with settings optimised for this app. • Simple assignment of the images on a bodymap – optional categorisation into risk classes • Complete data control thanks to local iPhone-based storage • Image transfer over a sharing extension, e.g. to patient management systems in the surgery or hospital • Follow up pictures can be taken for subsequent use in series documentation We’d be delighted if you’d share your feedback on the app with us by emailing support@heine.com. Medical disclaimer According to Regulation (EU) 2017/745, the HEINE DERM app is not considered a medical device and therefore cannot be used for diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease. The app enables documentation and management of dermatoscopic images taken with the help of the HEINE DELTA 30, DELTAone, iC1 and NC2 dermatoscopes. The app is not intended for use by laypersons. Therefore, patients should seek the advice of a qualified medical personal before making any medical decisions.

Screenshots

EDF4 screens
HEINE DERM4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: HEINE DERM at every 5 weeks against EDF's every 7 months. EDF's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EDF ships an update every 7 months, HEINE DERM every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
EDF versus HEINE DERM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEDFHEINE DERM
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB31 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developerswiss4ward Europe S.L.HEINE Optotechnik

In-app purchases

None

EDF

No in-app purchases

None

HEINE DERM

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EDF free?
EDF is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HEINE DERM free?
HEINE DERM is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do EDF or HEINE DERM have ads?
Neither EDF nor HEINE DERM shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EDF or HEINE DERM?
EDF ships an update every 7 months, and HEINE DERM every 5 weeks. Most recently, EDF was updated on October 18, 2026 and HEINE DERM on October 6, 2026.

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