Comparison

Symptom Tracker | OpenCare vs Brown Note

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

Head to head
About

Symptom Tracker | OpenCare

Easily track chronic illnesses, daily health, and medications. Document symptoms with photos, set reminders, and generate reports for doctor visits. Integrates with Apple Health for comprehensive health monitoring.

Highlights
  • Symptom logging with severity scales
  • Photo-based symptom documentation
  • Medication and treatment tracking
  • Customizable reminders
  • Doctor-ready reports and trend analysis
  • Apple Health sync
Features
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The easiest way to track the hard things. OpenCare is your personalized symptom tracker, designed for chronic illness management and daily health tracking. Whether you’re logging pain levels, monitoring conditions, or keeping track of medications, OpenCare helps you stay in control. Why OpenCare? • Struggling to track symptoms over time? • Need a simple daily pain tracker? • Want to manage your symptoms and medications effectively? OpenCare is the only simple & personalized care tracking app built for self-care and caregiving. Who is OpenCare for? People with chronic conditions (migraines, arthritis, autoimmune disorders, etc.) Anyone needing a daily pain tracker Caregivers monitoring a loved one’s health Patients preparing for doctor visits with accurate symptom logs Key Features: Symptom Logging with Severity Scales – Track how your symptoms change over time. Photo-Based Symptom Tracking – Document physical symptoms for better insights. Medication & Treatment Tracking – Log dosages, schedules, and responses. Customizable Reminders – Never forget to log symptoms or take medications. Doctor-Ready Reports & Trend Analysis – See your health patterns in clear charts. Apple Health Sync – Integrate blood pressure, glucose, and body temperature data. Track What Matters Use OpenCare as a chronic pain tracker, migraine tracker, medical log, headache diary, or health tracker for any symptoms you want to monitor. Understand key trends over time with symptom graphs Stay in control of symptoms and medications Prepare for doctor visits with detailed logs and notes Examples of Symptoms You Can Track: • Headaches & Migraines • Psoriasis & Skin Conditions • Arthritis & Rheumatoid Arthritis • Dementia & Alzheimer’s • Chronic Fatigue & Autoimmune Symptoms Take Control of Your Health Today Download OpenCare and start tracking your symptoms in an easy, structured way. Stay informed, stay prepared, and stay in control of your health journey. Terms: https://deskofkyle.com/opencare/terms/ Privacy Policy: http://deskofkyle.com/opencare/privacy DISCLAIMER: This app is not a substitute for a primary care physician. It does not provide similar services to a primary care provider. It does not offer health advice or solutions. This app should not be used alone but in combination with other patient-assistance and caregiver-assistance resources. Seek a doctor’s advice in addition to using this app and before making any medical decisions. Consult with your primary care provider or the primary care provider for your patient before beginning any regimented health tracking solution. Terms: http://opencareapp.com/terms Privacy Policy: http://opencareapp.com/privacy DISCLAIMER: This app is not a substitute for a primary care physician. It does not provide similar services to a primary care provider. It does not offer health advice or solutions. This app should not be used alone but in combination with other patient-assistance and caregiver-assistance resources. Seek a doctor’s advice in addition to using this app and before making any medical decisions. Consult with your primary care provider or the primary care provider for your patient before beginning any regimented health tracking solution.

About

Brown Note

Features
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Brown Note is a free, anonymous peer support app for people with IBS, Crohn's Disease, and other digestive conditions. Stuck in the bathroom and feeling alone? Post an anonymous message and receive words of encouragement from a community that truly understands. FEATURES: - Anonymous messaging — no usernames, no judgment - Daily check-ins and streaks to keep you coming back - Earn Nuggets for helping others - Collect fun stickers and unlock achievements - Get notified when someone sends you encouragement - Safe, moderated community - 100% free core experience HOW IT WORKS: 1. Post an anonymous message about what you're going through 2. Others in the community reply with support and encouragement 3. Heart the replies that help you the most 4. Help others by replying to their messages 5. Earn Nuggets and collect stickers along the way Brown Note is peer support, not medical advice. If you're in crisis, please contact a mental health professional or call 988.

Screenshots

Symptom Tracker | OpenCare4 screens
Brown Note4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Brown Note at none against Symptom Tracker | OpenCare's 3. Brown Note also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). Symptom Tracker | OpenCare's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). 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. Symptom Tracker | OpenCare sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Brown Note asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Symptom Tracker | OpenCare ships an update every 2 weeks, Brown Note every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 11, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Symptom Tracker | OpenCare versus Brown Note: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSymptom Tracker | OpenCareBrown Note
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (211 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews71.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings211 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB29 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperKyle RyanAndrew Giffen

Bugs and requests

Symptom Tracker | OpenCare

Reported bugs

17 issues
  • App crashes on startup or during use
  • App won't reopen after closing
  • Data disappears or resets unexpectedly
  • Cannot change timestamp on logged entries
  • Text disappears when typing detailed notes
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  • Photo upload fails intermittently
  • Photo loading displays error message
  • Calendar date selection resets to wrong date
  • Cannot select multiple options despite prompt saying 'pick all that apply'
  • Delayed response when tapping options
  • Apple Watch app doesn't sync symptoms properly
  • Timeline doesn't update to correct day
  • Broken app support link (404 error)
  • Symptoms recorded incorrectly (e.g., 'mild' stored as 'not felt')
  • Cannot navigate between form fields without submitting
  • Scroll options disappear in medication frequency selection
  • Dialog box doesn't close after submit

Requested features

18 requests
  • Ability to flip body diagram to show front and back views
  • End time tracking for symptoms (not just start time)
  • Editable and deletable timeline entries
  • 1-10 pain scale instead of 1-5
  • Multiple loved ones/profiles support
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  • Calendar integration (Google Calendar, iCal, Apple Calendar)
  • Recurring appointment option
  • Ability to specify symptom end times with notes
  • Horizontal timeline scrolling for easier month navigation
  • Onboarding tutorial for new users
  • Customizable caregiver/loved one names instead of generic labels
  • Collapsible symptom entries in timeline to reduce scrolling
  • Symptom filtering by type (physical, mental, emotional)
  • Graphs and charts included in exported PDF reports
  • Medication dosage and time-of-day tracking
  • Dark mode text color adjustment
  • Visual confirmation when logging entries
  • Ability to record future appointments

Brown Note

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Symptom Tracker | OpenCare

Subscriptions3
  • OpenCare Plus7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • OpenCare+ Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • OpenCare Plus7 Days trial$5.991 Month
None

Brown Note

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Symptom Tracker | OpenCare free?
Symptom Tracker | OpenCare is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Brown Note free?
Brown Note is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Symptom Tracker | OpenCare or Brown Note have ads?
Neither Symptom Tracker | OpenCare nor Brown Note shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Symptom Tracker | OpenCare or Brown Note?
Symptom Tracker | OpenCare ships an update every 2 weeks, and Brown Note every 5 weeks. Most recently, Symptom Tracker | OpenCare was updated on June 11, 2026 and Brown Note on September 16, 2026.

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