Comparison

Dry Needling Guide vs OxyBoxy

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

Head to head
About

Dry Needling Guide

This app provides a comprehensive guide to dry needling for healthcare professionals and patients. It features a 3D model to identify pain zones and detailed information on muscle anatomy, referred pain, and needling techniques. Unlock the full version to access all 119 muscles.

Highlights
  • 3D model for pain zone identification
  • Detailed muscle anatomy and referred pain patterns
  • Needling technique guidance with clear pictures
  • Information on needle selection
  • Precautions and related muscle information
  • Multilingual support (English, French, Spanish, Dutch)
Features
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Dry Needling Guide The ultimate app for dry needling practitioners is here! Download the free version to access 12 essential muscles, and easily unlock the full library with a monthly subscription. Designed for both therapists and patients, the Dry Needling Guide features a highly detailed, lifelike 3D model. Patients can clearly identify and show their areas of pain on the model, allowing therapists to instantly view the muscles associated with those pain zones. The app currently includes 110 of the most commonly used muscles in clinical practice. Each muscle profile provides comprehensive, expertly curated information: Muscle Anatomy: Detailed anatomical breakdowns Trigger Point Referral Patterns: Displayed directly on the 3D model Related Muscles: Identify other muscles within the same pain zone Needling Techniques: Step-by-step guidance, including needle length, anatomical landmarks, and insertion direction, supported by clear images Precautions: Essential safety information for every procedure Additional Features: Available in English, French, Spanish, and Dutch Fully responsive and optimised for both iPad and iPhone LEGAL DISCLAIMER This material is intended exclusively for healthcare professionals licensed to perform dry needling. Individuals who use these techniques do so at their own risk. The app developers accept no responsibility for any injury caused directly or indirectly through incorrect or inappropriate application of the techniques demonstrated. Monthly Subscription Unlock full access to the app and all premium features: Access to all 110 premium muscles Unlimited video tutorials Complete anatomy diagrams and needling techniques Subscription Details: Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation of purchase. The subscription will automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Pricing may vary by location. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time through your Account Settings on the App Store after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://dryneedling-app.com/privacy-policy-dry-needling-guide/ Terms of Use: https://dryneedling-app.com/terms-conditions/

About

OxyBoxy

Features
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CGM OxyBoxy is an online platform for healthcare providers Check your agendas, associated appointments and patient data anytime and anywhere. This application not only provides fast access to the CGM OxyBoxy website, but also allows you to easily schedule and edit appointments. Get an overview of your patients in no time and then contact them by email, text message of simply by phone. The patient's address can also be easily found via the connection with Google Maps. The data is also available offline so that you can always consult your appointments, patient data and other important information without an internet connection.

Screenshots

Dry Needling Guide4 screens
OxyBoxy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: OxyBoxy at none against Dry Needling Guide's 2. Dry Needling Guide's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Dry Needling Guide sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. OxyBoxy asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dry Needling Guide ships an update every 5 weeks, OxyBoxy every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Dry Needling Guide versus OxyBoxy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDry Needling GuideOxyBoxy
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (40 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings40 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size154 MB90 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperBarB BVBACompuGroup Medical Belgium BV

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Dry Needling Guide

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Plan$2.491 Month
One-time1
  • Unlock all muscles$21.99
None

OxyBoxy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Dry Needling Guide free?
Dry Needling Guide is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OxyBoxy free?
OxyBoxy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Dry Needling Guide or OxyBoxy have ads?
Neither Dry Needling Guide nor OxyBoxy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dry Needling Guide or OxyBoxy?
Dry Needling Guide ships an update every 5 weeks, and OxyBoxy every 3 months. Most recently, Dry Needling Guide was updated on November 6, 2026 and OxyBoxy on October 29, 2026.

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