Comparison

MRF Glaucoma Lite vs Chart2020 Lite

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

Head to head
About

MRF Glaucoma Lite

This app allows patients, doctors, and researchers to test visual fields for conditions like glaucoma. It detects abnormalities centrally and peripherally, offering various test modules and longitudinal comparison of results.

Highlights
  • Full visual field testing
  • Macular region testing
  • Screening test
  • Longitudinal comparison
  • Data export
  • Online result portal
Features
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** This version allows maximum number of field saves to 8 times. This version has limited functionality and for demonstration purpose. ******* Melbourne Rapid Fields (MRF) is designed to be used by patients, doctors and researchers to test users' visual field. Problems in the visual field occurs in eye conditions such as glaucoma, retinal disease and other optic neuropathies, as well as in neurological conditions (stroke, MS). MRF Glaucoma has been designed to detect abnormalities in the visual field both centrally and in the periphery (up to 30 degrees from central fixation point). MRF is a TGA (Aus) registered Perimeter. MRF Glaucoma is at present designed to be used only by clinicians (ophthalmologist, optometrists) or vision researchers or by patients under the direct guidance of the aforementioned professionals. The use of the software by patients without the guidance of clinicians or vision researcher is not supported. This software is not to be used for self diagnosis vision conditions. It is not a substitute for formal eye testing by an ophthalmologist or optometrist. Modules within the MRF Glaucoma application include: 1. Full threshold test for entire visual field up to 30 degree from fixation. (average test time 3-4 minutes) 2. Full threshold test for macular region. (average test time 2 minutes) 3. Screening test for entire visual field up to 30 degrees (average test time 1.5-2 minutes) Longitudinal comparison of test results is performed at the end of each test. Test results are stored and can be accessed through an online portal. Test results can be exported as comma separated values (.CVS) format and imported into Excel for detailed point-to-point analysis (for vision research purpose). Features: 1. Full field test 2. Central field only test (primarily for neurophthalmic use) 3. Macular test 4. Full threshold test and screening test 5. Respond to spots either using screen touch or Bluetooth Keyboard. 6. Longitudinal test result comparison with progression analysis. 7. Saving of test results under multiple testing accounts. 8. Automatic saving of data online and access data via online portal. 9. Calculation of Mean Deviation, Pattern Deviation and Visual Capacity percentage. 10. Recording of false positives, false negatives and fixation losses. 11. Export data in CVS form. 12. Link patient accounts to clinician account online. MRF is developed by Dr George Kong, an ophthalmologist with subspecialty interest in glaucoma (and developer of first and popular prototype VisualField easy app that was supported by AMP Tomorrow Maker Foundation) and Prof Algis Vingrys, vision scientist and optometrist with 20+ years of research and clinical experience.

About

Chart2020 Lite

This app provides a digital eye chart with various testing options, including different chart types and masking features. It offers remote control capabilities via a companion iPhone app or an optional Bluetooth remote, making it suitable for professional and home use.

Highlights
  • Multiple chart types (Sloan/Snellen, Balancing, Astigmatism)
  • Customizable testing distance
  • Variety of letter/number/symbol sets
  • Masking and randomization options
  • Companion iPhone app for remote control
  • Optional Bluetooth remote control
Features
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Chart Types * Sloan / Snellen Charts * Balancing Charts * Astigmatism Charts Chart Features * Set exact testing testing distance * Quickly switch to near distance testing with distance selector * Letters, Numbers, Kids, E, C, HOTV, 6 Global Fonts * 4 Masking options * Randomize letter set Controllers * Control direct on the iPad * Use the companion iPhone app * See the displayed letters on the iPhone (no neck turning) * Control every feature from the iPhone * Order the Bluetooth Remote Control to control with a 6 button controller Uses * Ophthalmologist and Optometrists * Completely mobile for school testing * Emergency Room * Functional Evaluation Capacity for Companies * Home Use * Students The Chart2020 iPad App comes with a 30 day free trial. After this period you may purchase an auto-renewing subscription through an In-App Purchase. (If you do not maintain a subscription you can only use the App for thirty days and then it will expire) • Auto-renewable subscription • 1 month ($29.99) / 1 Year ($199.99) • Your subscription will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Current subscription may not be cancelled during the active subscription period; however, you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your iTunes Account Settings after purchase. http://chart2020.com/privacy-policy https://www.chart2020.com/terms-of-use

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MRF Glaucoma Lite at 5.0 against Chart2020 Lite's 1.0. MRF Glaucoma Lite also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 3 months). On price, ratings volume, ads 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. Chart2020 Lite sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. MRF Glaucoma Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MRF Glaucoma Lite holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MRF Glaucoma Lite ships an update every 2 months, Chart2020 Lite every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
MRF Glaucoma Lite versus Chart2020 Lite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMRF Glaucoma LiteChart2020 Lite
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPadiPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB58 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperGlance Optical Pty LtdShemesh Health Solutions PTY Ltd

Customer experience

MRF Glaucoma Lite

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Chart2020 Lite

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

MRF Glaucoma Lite

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Chart2020 Lite

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription1 Month trial$7.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription1 Month trial$19.991 Month
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  • Yearly Subscription1 Month trial$149.991 Year

Questions

Is MRF Glaucoma Lite free?
MRF Glaucoma Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Chart2020 Lite free?
Chart2020 Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MRF Glaucoma Lite or Chart2020 Lite?
MRF Glaucoma Lite is rated higher. MRF Glaucoma Lite averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Chart2020 Lite averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do MRF Glaucoma Lite or Chart2020 Lite have ads?
Neither MRF Glaucoma Lite nor Chart2020 Lite shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MRF Glaucoma Lite or Chart2020 Lite?
MRF Glaucoma Lite ships an update every 2 months, and Chart2020 Lite every 3 months. Most recently, MRF Glaucoma Lite was updated on October 14, 2026 and Chart2020 Lite on October 14, 2026.

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