# ElderCheck Now vs Hero

The clearest difference is price: Hero at Free against ElderCheck Now's $2.99. Hero also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.1) and review sentiment (73% vs 33%). ElderCheck Now's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). On in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Hero is free to download; ElderCheck Now costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Hero holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hero has 11K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of ElderCheck Now's written reviews are positive against 73% of Hero's.

ElderCheck Now ships an update every 3 months, Hero every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ElderCheck Now | Hero |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.1 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eldercheck-now/id1050773399/reviews) | **[4.7 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hero-medication-manager/id1352848484/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **11K** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **73.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | **Paid** | Subscription |
| Size | 55 MB | 106 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [FallCall Solutions](https://appshunter.io/developer/1050773398) | [Hero Health, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1349562782) |

## What reviewers say

### ElderCheck Now

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eldercheck-now/id1050773399)

This app allows caregivers to check in on loved ones, receiving their heart rate, location, and status updates. It offers scheduled and automated check-ins, with a focus on security and accessibility for both iPhone and Apple Watch users.

**Highlights:** Simple check-in requests, Heart rate and location sharing, Scheduled and automated check-ins, Apple Watch and iPhone compatibility, Secure data encryption, Accessibility features (color adjustment, dynamic text), HealthKit integration for heart rate data

**In-app purchases:** none


### Hero

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hero-medication-manager/id1352848484)

This app is a virtual assistant for managing medications, designed for caregivers and individuals. It helps schedule doses, track adherence, and provides refill notifications. The service requires a connected smart dispenser and an active subscription.

**Highlights:** Medication scheduling and tracking, Remote loved one medication management, Missed-dose and refill notifications, Personalized adherence insights, Smart dispenser integration, Unlimited schedule adjustments

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great device for managing medications
- 👍 Helpful for elderly and those with memory issues
- 🚀 Convenient and easy to use
- 👍 Reliable and consistent medication delivery
- 👍 Excellent customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional issues with dispensing medications
- 🔊 Loud noise when dispensing
- 💰 Expensive monthly subscription
- 🔍 Limited features in the app
- 🔍 Difficulty managing 'as needed' medications

**Reported bugs**

- Connectivity issues with WiFi
- Inconsistent medication dispensing
- Inaccurate pill count reporting

**Requested features**

- Ability to manage 'as needed' medications
- More customization options for medication schedules
- Historical data export for medication tracking
- Larger capacity for more medications
- Quieter operation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ElderCheck Now free?

ElderCheck Now costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Hero free?

Hero is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, ElderCheck Now or Hero?

Hero is rated higher. ElderCheck Now averages 3.1 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Hero averages 4.7 from 11K ratings.

### Do ElderCheck Now or Hero have ads?

ElderCheck Now shows ads; Hero does not.

### Which is updated more often, ElderCheck Now or Hero?

ElderCheck Now ships an update every 3 months, and Hero every 11 days. Most recently, ElderCheck Now was updated on November 2, 2026 and Hero on November 6, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*