Comparison

Ankyras vs Nicolab

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

Head to head
About

Ankyras

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Ankyras makes the intracranial aneurysm treatment planning easier, accessible and more interactive. Intended use: Ankyras is a medical software intended to assist healthcare professionals in the selection of a proper braided stent device for the treatment of intracranial aneurysms. • Login for full access: Registered users can log in to access their case list and saved simulations. (Note: Medical images cannot be viewed on the mobile app.) • Access without login: Unregistered users can still open shared simulations without logging in. Shared cases can be accessed directly via a “View Case” email link. • Open shared simulations – You will receive an email when another user share a simulation with you. In the mail, click View case: Ankyras app will directly open the case. • Vessel morphology – Explore and quantify the vessel morphology to assess the fit of the desired braided device in the patients’ anatomy. • See, move and change FD devices – easily simulate the different devices and adjust their position if needed along the vessel. • Share simulations – Click the left corner menu button and share the simulation with others to facilitate case discussion. Ankyras includes both a free-registration version and a user-registration version with complete case processing features. You can get registered in www.ankyrasonline.com from a laptop or PC to get access to all simulation processing functionalities. The Ankyras support team will be in contact with you and facilitate the indications and instructions to start preparing your own simulations. Ankyras is a Medical Device manufactured by Mentice Spain S.L. and distributed by Mentice subsidiaries and partners in approved markets. Mentice Spain S.L. (SRN: ES-MF-000036826) is ISO 13485 certified with number MD 784027. Ankyras is CE marked under MDR (MDR 784032) and holds UKCA certification (UKCA 784033). It is 510(k) cleared by the FDA (K230006) and notified to ANVISA (registration number 81118630030). Ankyras v6.0-CE UDI-DI: 8437025622023. NB 2797 All operators must read the complete Instructions for Use before operating the ANKYRAS. The product should be used only by qualified and trained personnel. ANKYRAS is intended for exclusive use by professional users. The software is intended to assist healthcare professionals in the planning of endovascular treatment with flow diverters and cannot fully substitute their clinical judgement. The software should only be used in combination with equipment with the minimum system requirements listed. If the minimum system requirements are not met the system may not work as expected. For more information, please refer to the eIFU, available here: https://www.mentice.com/ankyras/ifu

About

Nicolab

This medical tool connects physicians with vital patient information, leveraging AI-analyzed scans and centralized data to streamline emergency care. It offers remote access to patient data, secure messaging, and advanced AI solutions for diagnostics.

Highlights
  • AI-analyzed patient scans
  • Centralized patient information
  • DICOM viewer for diagnostic use
  • Remote access to patient data
  • In-app secure messaging
  • Real-time screening
  • HIPAA, GDPR, and ISO compliant
Features
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Nicolab enables physicians by providing them with all vital information when it matters most. By connecting human & artificial intelligence, we can revolutionise emergency care. Connecting the right people at the right time with AI-analyzed patient scans and centralised patient information streamlines clinical care to prevent unnecessary delays to treatment. Nicolab Assist: - DICOM viewer certified for diagnostic use. - Cloud-based software - Remote access to patient data on any device - Easy-to-use interface - Instant notifications - Real-time screening - Patient forwarding - In-app secure messaging - Integration of AI solutions - HIPAA, GDPR and ISO compliant. StrokeViewer AI - LVO Detection & Location - Hemorrhage Detection - Collateral Assessment - CT Perfusion Analysis - ASPECTs scoring Also available on iPad.

Screenshots

Ankyras4 screens
Nicolab4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Ankyras at 12.0 against Nicolab's 15.1. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on February 21, 2026 and July 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Ankyras versus Nicolab: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAnkyrasNicolab
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size76 MB57 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperGalgo Medical S.L.Nico.lab

In-app purchases

None

Ankyras

No in-app purchases

None

Nicolab

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ankyras free?
Ankyras is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Nicolab free?
Nicolab is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Ankyras or Nicolab have ads?
Neither Ankyras nor Nicolab shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ankyras or Nicolab?
Ankyras ships an update every 2 months, and Nicolab every 2 months. Most recently, Ankyras was updated on February 21, 2026 and Nicolab on July 21, 2026.

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