Comparison

Docket® vs VaxShield

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

Head to head
About

Docket®

Access and manage your official immunization records and those of your family. Track upcoming vaccinations, view past immunizations, and securely share your health reports. Some users can also access a SMART Health Card for travel.

Highlights
  • Access personal and family immunization records
  • Track upcoming vaccinations
  • Review past immunizations
  • Share official immunization reports
  • SMART Health Card vaccine credential QR code
  • Digital health record management
Features
Currently charting
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Docket® partners with public health to make it easier than ever to access personal and family immunization records directly from Alaska Department of Health, DC Health, Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Minnesota Department of Health, Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, New Jersey Department of Health, North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services, Utah Department of Health and Human Services, and Wyoming Department of Health. Track upcoming shots, review past immunizations, share your official immunization reports, and more. Residents of select jurisdictions can access a SMART® Health Card vaccine credential QR code to facilitate travel to places with COVID-19 restrictions. Please stay tuned for announcements from other states. For more information about SMART® Health Cards, visit https://smarthealth.cards. For more information about the Vaccination Credential Initiative, visit https://vci.org. NOTE: You must have a valid email address and/or phone number on file with your state's immunization registry in order to access personal or family immunization records using this app. Please consult with your health department if you have trouble locating your records using this service. Check our FAQs for more information: https://dockethealth.com/faqs

About

VaxShield

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VaxShield keeps every family vaccination record in one secure, searchable place — so you never dig through a drawer of paper cards or scramble before a school deadline again. Built for parents and guardians, VaxShield makes it simple to track immunizations for every child and adult in your household. WHAT YOU CAN DO Log every shot in seconds — capture the vaccine, doctor, clinic, and date, exactly as a medical office records it Scan vaccination cards to add records automatically Get reminders for every family member so no dose slips through the cracks See which shots are recommended or required in your state before enrollment deadlines Search your entire history by vaccine, child, or provider in real time Export a clean, complete immunization PDF for school, camp, or a new pediatrician View your family's full vaccine journey at a glance PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your records are stored in your own Apple iCloud account and sync across your devices. We run no servers that receive your data — we can't see, read, or sell it. Sign in is handled entirely through Sign in with Apple, so we never get your credentials. FREE TO START Track unlimited immunizations, search, and view your full history for free, forever. Upgrade to VaxShield Plus to unlock reminders, card scanning, PDF export, and state-based recommendations. VAXSHIELD PLUS $4.99 / month, or $29.99 / year (save 50%) Auto-renewable subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your device Settings › [your name] › Subscriptions. VaxShield is an organizational and record-keeping tool. It is not a medical device and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for decisions about vaccinations and your family's health. Terms of Use (EULA): https://vaxshield.pages.dev/terms/

Screenshots

Docket®4 screens
VaxShield4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Docket® at none against VaxShield's 1. Docket® also leads on chart position (#157 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, 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. VaxShield sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Docket® asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Docket® versus VaxShield: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDocket®VaxShield
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (45K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews73.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings45K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#157 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size88 MB4 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperDocket Health, Inc.Matthew Dunlop

Bugs and requests

Docket®

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Records not updating with new shots
  • App crashing or not opening
  • Incorrect personal information displayed
  • Inability to find or view records

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to clear old searches
  • Provider access to update records
  • Support for international phone numbers
  • Biometric login (Face ID/Fingerprint)

VaxShield

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Docket®

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

VaxShield

Subscriptions1
  • VaxShield Pro Monthly$4.991 Month

Questions

Is Docket® free?
Docket® is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VaxShield free?
VaxShield is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Docket® or VaxShield have ads?
Neither Docket® nor VaxShield shows ads.

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