Comparison

Eye Test vs QuickAcuity

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

Head to head
About

Eye Test

This application provides a visual acuity test based on the Tumbling E-test, using the logMAR scoring metric. It helps users assess their vision and provides results that can be shared with eye care professionals. The test ends if fewer than three answers are correct per line.

Highlights
  • Tumbling E-test (ETDRS based)
  • logMAR scoring metric
  • Decimal equivalent scoring
  • Test results sharing
  • Photo capture of tested eye
Features
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The Tumbling E-test(ETDRS based) is a test of visual acuity. The results are based on the logMAR scoring metric - the Line Scoring Method. The corresponding decimal equivalent is also included. For this app, logMAR measures range from -0.2 to 0.70 and the decimal equivalent from 0.2 to 1.58. A decimal score below decimal 1.0 is considered below normal, requiring a test by an optometrist or an ophthalmologist. Less than three correct answers per line of five will end the test. If this is the case for the first line no result is calculated. How to use the app: 1. Have a helper hold the device and swipe the screen in the direction you are pointing. 2. At a distance of 3 metres to the screen, ask your helper to start the test when seated and ready. Take your time. 3. Add a photo of the tested eye(s). 4. Share your result with your optometrist or ophthalmologist.

About

QuickAcuity

This app offers a quick and easy way to check your vision using your smartphone. It guides you through a simple swipe-based test in seconds, with automatic distance calibration on supported devices. Track your vision trends over time with a timestamped history.

Highlights
  • Fast visual acuity testing
  • Automatic distance calibration
  • On-device processing
  • Timestamped test history
  • Multiple testing modes (swipe, button, speech)
  • Privacy-focused, no account needed
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Check vision anywhere in seconds. QuickAcuity guides anyone through a simple swipe-based visual acuity test in seconds without extra equipment. How it works 1) Hold the phone at arm’s length. On supported devices, distance is measured automatically using the front camera with face detection. 2) Test each eye by swiping. It's super simple once you get a hang of it! Key capabilities - As fast as under 10 sec per eye with Super quick mode (additional modes available for higher accuracy) - Distance calibration on supported iPhones (TrueDepth/ARKit); manual fallback when depth is unavailable. Automatically calculates the size to display in real time. No need to hang a chart on the wall or get out a tape measure to figure out distance. - Works in small rooms with a fixed short working distance - On‑device processing; no account required and no personal identifiers stored - Timestamped history for your notes or later review (trend your vision!) - Hate swiping? We also have a button mode and a speech recognition mode that you can try. Privacy - All processing on device - No account required - No private identifiers collected Run 10 complete tests free! Requires iOS 15 or newer. Medical notice QuickAcuity is a vision screening tool and is not a medical device. It does not diagnose conditions and is not a substitute for professional judgment.

Screenshots

Eye Test1 screens
QuickAcuity4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: QuickAcuity at 100% against Eye Test's 0%. QuickAcuity also leads on price (Free vs $1.99) and rating (5.0 vs 3.9). Eye Test's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On 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

QuickAcuity is free to download; Eye Test costs $1.99 up front. QuickAcuity sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Eye Test asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QuickAcuity holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Eye Test's written reviews are positive against 100% of QuickAcuity's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Eye Test ships an update every 6 months, QuickAcuity fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 6, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Eye Test versus QuickAcuity: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEye TestQuickAcuity
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating3.9 (8 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings8 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRoar Slot NielsenDirkes Medical, PLLC

Customer experience

Eye Test

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

QuickAcuity

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Eye Test

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

QuickAcuity

One-time2
  • 10 Tests$1.99
  • Unlimited Visual Acuity Tests$4.99

Questions

Is Eye Test free?
Eye Test costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is QuickAcuity free?
QuickAcuity is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Eye Test or QuickAcuity?
QuickAcuity is rated higher. Eye Test averages 3.9 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while QuickAcuity averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Eye Test or QuickAcuity have ads?
Neither Eye Test nor QuickAcuity shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Eye Test or QuickAcuity?
Eye Test ships an update every 6 months, and QuickAcuity fortnightly. Most recently, Eye Test was updated on September 6, 2026 and QuickAcuity on September 9, 2026.

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