# iPacemaker Device vs Patient App

The clearest difference is rating: iPacemaker Device at 4.7 against Patient App's 1.4. iPacemaker Device also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 4 months) and review sentiment (28% vs 6%). Patient App's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iPacemaker Device sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Patient App asks for nothing beyond the download.

iPacemaker Device holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iPacemaker Device has 365 ratings behind it against 29, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of iPacemaker Device's written reviews are positive against 6% of Patient App's.

iPacemaker Device ships an update every 4 days, Patient App every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iPacemaker Device | Patient App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (365 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipacemaker-device/id1126088055/reviews)** | [1.4 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patient-app/id1409653303/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **365** | 29 |
| Positive reviews | **27.9% of reviews** | 5.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#57** | — |
| Size | 218 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **16.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [IPACEMAKER S.R.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1780219062) | [Biotronik SE & Co. KG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1375797482) |

## What reviewers say

### iPacemaker Device

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipacemaker-device/id1126088055)

**Currently charting:** #57 Top Grossing · Medical (US App Store)

Access a vast database of implantable cardiac devices, including pacemakers and defibrillators. Get detailed technical specifications, connector information, advisories, and MRI compatibility checks. Compare devices and explore algorithms to aid in selection and management.

**Highlights:** Extensive device database, Detailed technical datasheets, Connector and tool information, Advisories and safety warnings, Multibrand MRI compatibility evaluation, Algorithm descriptions, Side-by-side device comparison

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 month subscription REGULAR | $9.99 | per month |
| 3 Months Subscription | $49.99 | per 3 months |
| 12 months subscription REGULAR | $49.99 | per year |
| 6 Months Subscription | $59.99 | per 6 months |
| 12 Months Subscription | $99.99 | per year |
| 12 months subscription PREMIUM | $109.99 | per year |
| 12 months subscription PREMIUM | $109.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great resource for cardiac rhythm devices
- 👍 App is useful for professionals
- 👍 Some users find it helpful
- 👍 Support team helped some users

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Prohibitively expensive
- 💸 Price increase is steep
- 💸 So expensive for no reason
- 💸 Creator got greedy
- 💸 Subscription fees are ridiculous

**Reported bugs**

- App keeps refreshing, cannot open
- App cannot be opened
- App enters interface and stops, cannot open
- App has not worked for years
- App hasn't worked for days

**Requested features**

- More equitable evaluation of company representation
- Fix app hanging/slow opening
- Update for newer devices
- Grandfather in lifetime members
- Refund original charge for lifetime members


### Patient App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patient-app/id1409653303)

This app empowers patients with BIOTRONIK cardiac devices to actively manage their health. Document symptoms, share them with your physician, and monitor device status and battery life. Access your digital patient ID and troubleshoot data transfer issues.

**Highlights:** Document symptoms, Share symptoms with physician, View last data transfer time, Access digital patient ID card, Check battery and device status, View heart rate data

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iPacemaker Device free?

iPacemaker Device is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Patient App free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iPacemaker Device or Patient App?

iPacemaker Device is rated higher. iPacemaker Device averages 4.7 out of 5 from 365 ratings, while Patient App averages 1.4 from 29 ratings.

### Do iPacemaker Device or Patient App have ads?

Neither iPacemaker Device nor Patient App shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iPacemaker Device or Patient App?

iPacemaker Device ships an update every 4 days, and Patient App every 4 months. Most recently, iPacemaker Device was updated on October 10, 2026 and Patient App on October 9, 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.*