Spot Checkup vs Smart Stethoscope
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Spot Checkup
This app enables remote physiological monitoring using a compatible medical device. It allows for the collection of symptom reports, images, and reminders for physical examinations. Functionality is limited to the USA.
- Remote heart and lung sound monitoring
- Symptom report collection
- Leg edema image collection
- Physical examination reminders
- Telemedicine capabilities
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Spot Checkup allows your smartphone to be used for remote physiological monitoring (RPM) and telemedicine when used with the Steth IO device. Steth IO is a Class II FDA-Cleared device with the following indication for use: The StratoScientific Steth IO Stethoscope and Phonocardiogram Model 1.0 is intended for medical diagnostic purposes only. It may be used for the detection and amplification of sounds from the heart and lungs with the use of selective frequency ranges. It has been tested for use on adults undergoing a physical assessment. ▪ Remotely monitor heart and lung sounds ▪ Collect symptoms reports at regular intervals ▪ Collect images for evaluation of leg edema ▪ Get regular reminders to complete physical examinations Steth IO device is only available for sale in the USA (510 k); hence, the app functions as a medical device only in the USA and not in other countries. Disclaimer: Seek a doctor’s advice in addition to using this app and before making any medical decisions. Terms and Conditions: https://spotcheckup.com/terms-and-conditions/ Privacy Policy: https://spotcheckup.com/privacy-policy
Smart Stethoscope
This application allows for remote control, playback, and recording of mono audio from a smart stethoscope device. It facilitates the management of audio data captured by compatible medical hardware.
- Remote stethoscope control
- Audio playback
- Mono audio recording
- Device compatibility
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This is an APP for smart Stethoscope device which can be remote controlling, playing, and recording mono audio.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Spot Checkup at 4.0 against Smart Stethoscope's 1.0. Spot Checkup also leads on ratings volume (4 vs 1). Smart Stethoscope's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Spot Checkup sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Smart Stethoscope asks for nothing beyond the download.
Spot Checkup holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively.
Spot Checkup ships an update every 2 months, Smart Stethoscope every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Spot Checkup | Smart Stethoscope |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (4 ratings) — better | 1.0 (1 ratings) |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 61 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | StratoScientific, Inc. | infibi-inc.com |
In-app purchases
Spot Checkup
- Monthly Subscription$14.991 Month
- Exam Submission$14.99
- Monthly Subscription$14.99
- Exam submission$19.99
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- Schedule telemedicine call$79.99
Smart Stethoscope
No in-app purchases
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