# NYP Connect vs Vitalscript

The clearest difference is rating: Vitalscript at 5.0 against NYP Connect's 4.1. Vitalscript also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). NYP Connect's advantage is ratings volume (311 vs 1). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

Vitalscript holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NYP Connect has 311 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

NYP Connect ships an update every 6 weeks, Vitalscript every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NYP Connect | Vitalscript |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (311 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nyp-connect/id1067978515/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vitalscript/id6741593766/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **311** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 30.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 162 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital](https://appshunter.io/developer/651219569) | [Vitalscript](https://appshunter.io/developer/1794820621) |

## What reviewers say

### NYP Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nyp-connect/id1067978515)

Access medical care and services conveniently through a mobile app. Connect with healthcare experts for virtual urgent care, video visits, and manage your health records. Find doctors, schedule appointments, and stay informed about health news.

**Highlights:** Virtual urgent care, Video visits with physicians, Find a doctor by specialty/location, Access medical records, Schedule appointments, Message your doctor, Hospital navigation tools

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 👍 Great for finding doctors and facilities
- 👍 Useful for virtual appointments
- 👍 Good for accessing medical records
- 👍 Helpful for navigating hospitals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App frequently doesn't work
- 🐛 Requires constant deletion and reinstallation
- 🐛 Blames users for issues
- 🐛 App is unusable with alerts
- 🐛 Frozen at 'more features!' screen

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't work every other day
- App unusable with latest alert
- Page frozen at 'more features!'
- App requires upgrade to OS 18, but iPad is iOS 17
- App requires iOS 18.1, older iPhones can't use

**Requested features**

- Add messaging as an option
- Request update on admitted patient
- Add 12 language options
- Simplify the app
- Add a feature to suggest doctors based on conditions


### Vitalscript

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vitalscript/id6741593766)

Easily manage prescriptions, schedule appointments, and chat with pharmacists. Access health resources, medication information, and coordinate care for family members all from your mobile device.

**Highlights:** Manage medication refills, Update patient profile, Coordinate family care, Chat with pharmacist, Browse pharmacy services, Access medication information

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NYP Connect free?

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

### Is Vitalscript free?

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

### Which has better reviews, NYP Connect or Vitalscript?

Vitalscript is rated higher. NYP Connect averages 4.1 out of 5 from 311 ratings, while Vitalscript averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do NYP Connect or Vitalscript have ads?

NYP Connect shows ads; Vitalscript does not.

### Which is updated more often, NYP Connect or Vitalscript?

NYP Connect ships an update every 6 weeks, and Vitalscript every 3 weeks. Most recently, NYP Connect was updated on October 13, 2026 and Vitalscript on October 4, 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.*