# Fall Alert vs FallCall Detect

The clearest difference is rating: FallCall Detect at 4.4 against Fall Alert's 2.5. FallCall Detect also leads on ratings volume (343 vs 11). Fall Alert's advantage is monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Fall Alert sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and FallCall Detect sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FallCall Detect holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FallCall Detect has 343 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of Fall Alert's written reviews are positive against 45% of FallCall Detect's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Fall Alert ships an update monthly, FallCall Detect every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fall Alert | FallCall Detect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.5 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fall-alert-my-medic-watch/id1355984353/reviews) | **[4.4 (343 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fallcall-detect/id1547299584/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **343** |
| Positive reviews | **50.0% of reviews** | 45.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Size | 47 MB | 98 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.7 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [My Medic Watch Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1286976534) | [FallCall Solutions](https://appshunter.io/developer/1050773398) |

## What reviewers say

### Fall Alert

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fall-alert-my-medic-watch/id1355984353)

This smartwatch app uses advanced algorithms and sensors to automatically detect falls and alert emergency contacts with location data. It also allows manual activation for immediate assistance, providing peace of mind for independent living.

**Highlights:** Automatic fall detection, Immediate emergency alerts, GPS location sharing, Manual assistance activation, Real-time medical data access, HealthKit integration

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Fall app monthly subscription | $6.99 | per month |
| Fall app monthly subscription | $12.99 | per month |
| Fall app yearly subscription | $69.99 | per year |
| Fall app yearly subscription | $129.99 | per year |
| 100 SMS Package | $2.99 | one-time |


### FallCall Detect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fallcall-detect/id1547299584)

This app provides 24/7 emergency monitoring and smart fall detection for older adults. It integrates with Apple Watch and iPhone crash detection, and can unlock smart locks for emergency responders. Users can also connect with a US-based call center for assistance.

**Highlights:** 24/7 Emergency Monitoring, Smart Fall Detection (differentiates severity), Apple Crash Detection Integration, 4G LTE Cellular Medical Alert, Kwikset Halo Lock Integration, Connected Pendant/Wristband Compatibility, Elder Location & Heart Rate Relay

**Features:** Siri integration

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Trelawear CareGrp Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Pendant CareGrp Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Two Pendants CG Only-1 month | $14.99 | per month |
| Central Monitor Subscription | $17.99 | per month |
| Trelawear Monitor Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| FC Wristband Monitor Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Pendant Monitor Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Two Pendants + Monitor | $24.99 | per month |
| Trelawear CareGrp Subscription | $49.99 | per 6 months |
| Pendant CareGrp Subscription | $49.99 | per 6 months |
| Two Pendants CG Only-6 months | $74.99 | per 6 months |
| Central Monitor Subscription | $89.99 | per 6 months |
| Pendant Monitor Subscription | $99.99 | per 6 months |
| QVC 6 Month Monitor (w/Trial) | $119.00 | per 6 months |
| Trelawear Monitor Subscription | $119.00 | per 6 months |
| Two Pendants + Monitor-6 month | $124.99 | per 6 months |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fall Alert free?

Fall Alert is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is FallCall Detect free?

FallCall Detect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Fall Alert or FallCall Detect?

FallCall Detect is rated higher. Fall Alert averages 2.5 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while FallCall Detect averages 4.4 from 343 ratings.

### Do Fall Alert or FallCall Detect have ads?

FallCall Detect shows ads; Fall Alert does not.

### Which is updated more often, Fall Alert or FallCall Detect?

Fall Alert ships an update monthly, and FallCall Detect every 3 weeks. Most recently, Fall Alert was updated on September 24, 2026 and FallCall Detect on September 25, 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.*