scanoma vs PCDS
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
scanoma
Easily monitor your moles and skin concerns by taking photos and storing them securely. Get professional feedback from licensed dermatologists for peace of mind, all from your home. This app helps you track changes and provides expert advice on potential skin issues.
- Snap and store skin issue images
- UV tracker with high UV alerts
- Mole Mapper for precise tracking
- Medical consultations with doctors
- Secure and private data storage
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Worried about a mole or skin blemish? Scanoma helps you monitor your moles and connects you with licensed dermatologists for professional feedback. Scanoma helps you to learn more about potential skin issues and get feedback from dermatologists. Simply snap a picture of your mole and share it with a dermatologist for expert review. With Scanoma, capture your mole’s appearance and get a second opinion from a dermatologist—all from the privacy of your home. Disclaimers: • Scanoma does not replace regular doctor visits • Scanoma is not suitable for children under 13. Features: - Snap & Store images of your skin issues on your phone - UV tracker for your location with high UV alerts - Scanoma Mole Mapper for more precise tracking and monitoring of multiple spots - Medical consultations with human doctors and a detailed report based on your personal situation with next steps and follow-up reminders. (A consultation fee applies) - Private! All your data stays secure and private on your device unless specifically submitted with a doctor for an evaluation - And as always: no spam, subscriptions, or ads. For questions or support, contact us at support@scanoma.com or through the app.
PCDS
This app offers educational resources and diagnostic tools for healthcare professionals managing dermatological issues. It aims to enhance knowledge and skills in skin condition diagnosis and treatment for primary care settings.
- Dermatology education resources
- Skin diagnostic tools
- Guidance on skin condition management
- Resources for primary care settings
- Networking opportunities
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The PCDS (Primary Care Dermatology Society) provides dermatology education for all healthcare professionals. The PCDS App houses our key educational resources and skin tools. We are a professional organisation dedicated to supporting healthcare professionals who deal with dermatological issues in primary care settings. The PCDS offers resources, education, and networking opportunities to enhance the knowledge and skills of primary care practitioners in the field of dermatology. We provide guidance on the diagnosis and management of skin conditions commonly encountered in primary care, aiming to improve patient care and outcomes.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: scanoma at fortnightly against PCDS's every 14 months. PCDS's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
scanoma ships an update fortnightly, PCDS every 14 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | scanoma | PCDS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (1.4K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 47.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.4K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 14 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 108 MB | 83 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Scanoma Pty Ltd | Primary Care Dermatology Society |
Bugs and requests
scanoma
Reported bugs
2 issues- Payment issues/declined transactions
- App crashes or freezes
Requested features
3 requests- Allow uploading photos from camera roll
- Provide more detailed explanations of results
- Offer free initial assessment before paid consultation
PCDS
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
scanoma
No in-app purchases
PCDS
No in-app purchases









