Comparison

MobiPACS Pro vs DICOM Spectator

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

Head to head
About

MobiPACS Pro

Features
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MobiPACS Pro medical image viewer is quickly becoming the next generation in mobile medical image viewing by combining multi-modality imaging with individualized physician workflow. MobiPACS Pro allows facilities to retrieve multi-modality images from their existing MobiPACS Pro server or a 3rd party PACS server and display the content on the iPad and iPhone. Additionally, the MobiPACS Pro server can receive other images/file formats, such as JPG, BMP, and PDF from the adjacent information systems and display the files in an organized fashion for general physicians to view. Features include: • Support for all modalities (CR, ECG/EKG, DR, CT, MR, US, XA, NM, etc) • Quick layout adjustment (1x1, 2x1, etc) • Fast image and data access over 3G or Wi-Fi • Pan • Zoom • Window Level • Manual Slider bar • Multi-Server capable • Measurement (e.g. length) • DICOM PDF • Auto Cine • Mammography Hanging Protocol • Support Tomosynthesis • Studies Comparison • Commentary feature (Audio & freehand writing) • Query images cross-sites in a hospital network This application requires the MobiPACS Pro server and this app installed on iPad 4th or later model can be used for trained physician’s CT/MR diagnosis or referring purpose. Ver 1.2.5 1. Support Rotate/Flip Images 2. Support Ratio measurement 3. Support Multiple Measurements Mode Ver 1.2.4 1. Change the patient name's display format Ver 1.2.3 1. Support HTTPs connection Ver 1.2.2 1. Study Comparison mode supports DICOM PDFs 2. Study Comparison mode treats CR and DX as the same modality. Ver 1.1.20 1. Support Concurrent License Mode Ver 1.1.18 1. Support iOS 14 Ver 1.1.15 1. Support iOS 13 2. NetConference Ver 1.1.8 1. Support iPhone X, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation) 2. Support iOS 12 Ver 1.1.5 1. MobiPACS Multi Ver 1.1.3 1. Integration with ShareMi Server Ver 1.1.1 1. Support iOS 7 2. Support Bar Code Scanning Ver 1.0.8 1. Support Window Level, Line Measurement and Cine Loop function for iPhone version. 2. Image layout settings will be saved and recalled next time automatically. 3. Multi-frame Images will start the cine loop automatically after downloading. 4. Add "Play", "Previous frame" and "Next frame" buttons. 5. Add "When you close application, close the study automatically" setting. 6. Add "When you close the study, delete the cache automatically" setting. Ver 1.0.4 1. Support iOS 6 and iPhone 5 2. Support Cine Loop 3. Support Line Measurement Ver 1.0.3 1. Support iDO Gateway Server Ver 1.0.2 1. Support Evidence Document (such as PDF, QuickTime, and MPEG4 Video) 2. Integration with the App, "Dr. Reminder" Ver 1.0.1 1. Support integration with Web Page or 3rd party App via URL Schemes

About

DICOM Spectator

View and analyze medical images from DICOM files, including MRI, X-Ray, PET, and CT scans. Explore image sequences in 3D and manipulate them in real-time for detailed examination.

Highlights
  • View DICOM files
  • Supports MRI, X-Ray, PET, CT
  • 3D image visualization
  • Real-time image manipulation
  • Image sequence stacking
Features
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Explore medical image series in 2D and 3D with DICOM Spectator – on iPhone, iPad, and compatible Macs. Import DICOM files or entire folders, browse individual slices, and explore image series from different perspectives. Included sample images let you try the features right away. Features: • 2D viewing with zoom and adjustable window width and center • Three 3D viewing modes: slices, voxels, and ray marching • Rotate, pan, and zoom in 3D • Adjustable thresholds and transparency • Color-coded markers shared between spatially aligned series within the same study when suitable spatial information is available • Vignettes to highlight selected image regions • Organized study and series library • Detailed help in English and German Window width and center settings in the 2D view also affect the 3D renderings, helping you adjust the display to your image data. Image processing takes place locally on your device. All features are available for free. If you enjoy DICOM Spectator, you can support continued development through optional in-app purchases. Each contribution is a one-time purchase – no subscription and no locked features. DICOM Spectator is intended for viewing and illustrating medical image data. It is not intended for medical diagnosis.

Screenshots

MobiPACS Pro1 screens
DICOM Spectator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MobiPACS Pro at none against DICOM Spectator's 1. MobiPACS Pro also leads on update cadence (every 6 months vs every 80 months) and iOS requirement (12.1 vs 26.6). 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. DICOM Spectator sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MobiPACS Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MobiPACS Pro ships an update every 6 months, DICOM Spectator every 80 months. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
MobiPACS Pro versus DICOM Spectator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMobiPACS ProDICOM Spectator
PriceFreeFree
Rating—1.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 months — betterEvery 80 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.1 — better26.6
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB76 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEBM Technologies, Incorporated.Matthias Rudolph

In-app purchases

None

MobiPACS Pro

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

DICOM Spectator

One-time1
  • Full Version$4.99

Questions

Is MobiPACS Pro free?
MobiPACS Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DICOM Spectator free?
DICOM Spectator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MobiPACS Pro or DICOM Spectator have ads?
Neither MobiPACS Pro nor DICOM Spectator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MobiPACS Pro or DICOM Spectator?
MobiPACS Pro ships an update every 6 months, and DICOM Spectator every 80 months. Most recently, MobiPACS Pro was updated on September 9, 2026 and DICOM Spectator on September 21, 2026.

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