Comparison

FluStar vs Symptom Tracker+

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

Head to head
About

FluStar

Track current cold and flu activity by ZIP code across the US. Get information on influenza symptoms, past epidemics, and how to differentiate between a cold and the flu.

Highlights
  • Real-time flu activity by ZIP code
  • Cold and flu symptom information
  • Educational content on influenza
  • Data on past flu epidemics
  • Distinguish between cold and flu
Features
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FluSTAR provides up to date cold and flu activity information for every ZIP code in the country. If you're like most people -- catching the flu virus is something you'd rather NOT do. And if you have already come down with the flu, FluSTAR.com will provide you with information on how to help alleviate some of the symptoms caused by the influenza virus. FluSTAR.com can educate you about the Influenza virus, past flu epidemics as well as flu activity in every zip code in the United States. You will also see information on the difference between a cold and the flu. The FluSTAR system was developed to provide health care professionals and consumers with the most up to date information on the spread of the flu during the influenza season. Data for FluSTAR is gathered from different surveillance methods including RaPID Assay data, laboratory confirmation and clinical diagnosis data. Based on all of the surveillance methods, a regional as well as a national picture on influenza activity is generated.

About

Symptom Tracker+

Easily log and analyze your health symptoms, medications, and lifestyle factors to gain insights into your well-being. Generate reports for your doctor and manage your health journey with personalized tracking and reminders.

Highlights
  • Track 2,000+ symptoms
  • Log medications, nutrition, sleep, activity, vitals
  • Analyze hidden health patterns
  • Generate reports for healthcare team
  • Manage appointments and care team info
  • Personalize tracking modules
  • Set medication and check-in reminders
Features
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Drowning in symptom notes? Frustrated with forgetting medication? Exhausted from explaining your health history over and over? Symptom Tracker is your lifeline to organized, effortless health management. Managing chronic conditions is a full-time job you never signed up for. Every day feels like a battle against your own body, leaving you drained and discouraged. But what if you could turn the tables on your health struggles? Symptom Tracker arms you with the tools to finally take control. It's not just an app - it's your personal health ally, working 24/7 to help you understand and improve your well-being. Imagine waking up feeling empowered, not overwhelmed. Picture walking into your doctor's office confident and prepared, armed with insights that could change your treatment. Envision a life where you're in sync with your body, anticipating flare-ups before they happen. This isn't a dream - it's the reality for our users who experience a 32% boost in medication adherence and 27% better symptom control in just 3 months! Key Features: Track + 2,000+ symptoms for ANY chronic condition - because your health doesn't fit in a box + Medications, nutrition, sleep, activity, and vitals - capture your whole health story + Stool & bowel movements - no detail is too small when it comes to your health + Journal entries with images and prompts - because sometimes, words aren't enough Analyze + Uncover hidden patterns that could be the key to your well-being - be your own health detective + Generate easy-to-read reports for your healthcare team - speak their language effortlessly + Discover correlations between symptoms, habits, and treatments - crack the code of your health Share + Export data, logs, and charts - no more scrambling before appointments + Manage appointments and care team information - your entire health squad, in one place + Securely share insights with your doctor - bridge the gap between visits Personalize + Customize modules to fit YOUR unique health needs - because one size doesn't fit all + Set reminders for medications and symptom check-ins - never miss a beat in your health rhythm + Integrate with Apple Health and Siri - let your tech work for your health Privacy & Security + Worried about privacy? Our bank-level encryption keeps your data safe. We're HIPAA compliant with customizable privacy settings. Perfect for 3,500+ conditions and countless symptoms: + Chronic pain, fatigue, inflammation + Mood swings, anxiety, depression + Blood sugar, pressure, heart rate + Nausea, dizziness, shortness of breath + Headaches, migraines, brain fog + Digestive issues, bloating, bowel movements From Anxiety to Arthritis, Asthma to ADHD, Cancer to COPD, Depression to Diabetes, Fibromyalgia to Heart Disease, IBS to Migraines - No symptoms too small, no pattern too complex. We're here to help you make sense of it all. "Symptom Tracker changed my life. I finally understand my body. It's like having a translator for my health." - Jane D., Fibromyalgia warrior So intuitive, you'll wonder how you managed without it. Set up in minutes, benefit for a lifetime. It's not just an app - it's your key to unlocking better health and understanding. The only health app that learns your unique patterns and offers personalized insights - it's like having a health detective, personal assistant, and advocate, all in your pocket. === Regular updates ensure you always have the latest features, your app evolves as fast as medical science does. Don't let another day of symptoms go untracked. Don't spend another night wondering "what if." Don't walk into another doctor's appointment unprepared. Download Symptom Tracker now and take the first step towards a healthier, more empowered you. Your future self will thank you. === Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you! Contact us at support@careclinic.io Read our terms (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

FluStar4 screens
Symptom Tracker+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Symptom Tracker+ at 4.0 against FluStar's 2.3. Symptom Tracker+ also leads on review sentiment (40% vs 0%) and ads (none vs shown). FluStar's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 17) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price 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+ sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $4.95 per month. FluStar asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Symptom Tracker+ holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Symptom Tracker+ has 68 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of FluStar's written reviews are positive against 40% of Symptom Tracker+'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FluStar ships an update fortnightly, Symptom Tracker+ every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on July 21, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
FluStar versus Symptom Tracker+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFluStarSymptom Tracker+
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (13 ratings)4.0 (68 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews40.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1368 — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB214 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperIQVIA Inc.CARECLINIC SOFTWARE INC.

Customer experience

FluStar

All ratings13 ratings
Positive30.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative69.2%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Symptom Tracker+

All ratings68 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral2.9%
Negative22.1%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

FluStar

No in-app purchases

16 purchases

Symptom Tracker+

Subscriptions13
  • flex pass$4.951 Month
  • easy pass$5.997 Days
  • weather max$9.993 Months
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  • flex pass$9.991 Month
  • smart pass$19.991 Year
  • carey ai ultra$29.991 Month
  • smart pass$34.991 Year
  • your free week3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • 7-Day Trial7 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • limited sale$49.991 Year
  • limited deal$49.991 Year
  • select pass$49.991 Year
  • full access3 Days trial$59.991 Year
One-time3
  • store credit$1.99
  • carey ai credits2 variants$8.99
  • lifetime upgrade$149.99

Questions

Is FluStar free?
FluStar is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Symptom Tracker+ free?
Symptom Tracker+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FluStar or Symptom Tracker+?
Symptom Tracker+ is rated higher. FluStar averages 2.3 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Symptom Tracker+ averages 4.0 from 68 ratings.
Do FluStar or Symptom Tracker+ have ads?
FluStar shows ads; Symptom Tracker+ does not.
Which is updated more often, FluStar or Symptom Tracker+?
FluStar ships an update fortnightly, and Symptom Tracker+ every 2 months. Most recently, FluStar was updated on July 21, 2026 and Symptom Tracker+ on October 2, 2026.

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