Comparison

Vaccy vs VaxShield

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

Head to head
About

Vaccy

Manage your vaccination records digitally for travel and family health. Easily track appointments, receive reminders for boosters, and access your immunization data anytime, anywhere. Securely store and export your vaccination history.

Highlights
  • Digital vaccination record
  • Appointment reminders
  • Multiple family profiles
  • PDF export
  • Doctor contact information
  • iCloud sync
  • App lock security
Features
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Vaccy is your digital vaccination record for the 21st century, developed by medical students of Charité - University Medicine Berlin! Download the most popular vaccination record now and keep track. Never miss a vaccination again with Vaccy, your reliable digital helper! The app is not only easy to use, but also effective at managing your vaccination appointments and reminding you of upcoming boosters. Whether you're at the GP or traveling internationally, Vaccy keeps your vaccination data safe and organized in one place. So you can easily keep an eye on your health and are always well prepared. See the benefits for yourself and download Vaccy now! MOST IMPORTANT FEATURES - Overview: Experience a clearly structured view that allows you to see all the essential information at a glance. - Vaccinations: Enter your vaccinations directly into the app to have them to hand at all times and always keep track of them. - Multiple profiles: Easily manage your whole family's immunization data by creating multiple profiles, so you always have not only your own but also your children's vaccinations to hand. - PDF export: Easily export your immunization data as a PDF and take it with you to your next doctor's appointment. - Doctors: Add your doctors and keep important contact details such as phone numbers and opening hours at your fingertips. - iCloud Sync: Use iCloud synchronization to seamlessly sync your data between your Apple devices and store it securely in the cloud. - App lock: Protect your sensitive information securely with FaceID, TouchID or a passcode thanks to the integrated app lock. - Reminders: Set up reminders that reliably remind you of upcoming vaccinations so you never forget an important appointment. USER FEEDBACK I think this app has great potential to maintain family vaccinations. The developer is a medical student which is an ideal background to offer researched and relevant data to enhance the app. I contacted him asking for an enhancement and got a rapid and detailed response. I recommend you give this app a try. ~ Mjjeaj WHAT'S COMING NEXT The app is still new and many improvements and new functions are planned. So stay tuned, the next update is coming soon. If you like the app, a rating on the AppStore would help me and the further development incredibly. If you have any problems using the app or ideas for new features, please contact me at support@vaccy.christophriepe.com. LICENSE AGREEMENT You can find the license agreement under the following link: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula.

About

VaxShield

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VaxShield keeps every family vaccination record in one secure, searchable place — so you never dig through a drawer of paper cards or scramble before a school deadline again. Built for parents and guardians, VaxShield makes it simple to track immunizations for every child and adult in your household. WHAT YOU CAN DO Log every shot in seconds — capture the vaccine, doctor, clinic, and date, exactly as a medical office records it Scan vaccination cards to add records automatically Get reminders for every family member so no dose slips through the cracks See which shots are recommended or required in your state before enrollment deadlines Search your entire history by vaccine, child, or provider in real time Export a clean, complete immunization PDF for school, camp, or a new pediatrician View your family's full vaccine journey at a glance PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your records are stored in your own Apple iCloud account and sync across your devices. We run no servers that receive your data — we can't see, read, or sell it. Sign in is handled entirely through Sign in with Apple, so we never get your credentials. FREE TO START Track unlimited immunizations, search, and view your full history for free, forever. Upgrade to VaxShield Plus to unlock reminders, card scanning, PDF export, and state-based recommendations. VAXSHIELD PLUS $4.99 / month, or $29.99 / year (save 50%) Auto-renewable subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your device Settings › [your name] › Subscriptions. VaxShield is an organizational and record-keeping tool. It is not a medical device and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for decisions about vaccinations and your family's health. Terms of Use (EULA): https://vaxshield.pages.dev/terms/

Screenshots

Vaccy4 screens
VaxShield4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Vaccy at 3 against VaxShield's 1. On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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. Vaccy sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and VaxShield sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Vaccy versus VaxShield: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVaccyVaxShield
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (222 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews85.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings222 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChristoph RiepeMatthew Dunlop

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Vaccy

Subscriptions4
  • Vaccy Pro (Monthly)7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Vaccy Pro (Monthly)7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Vaccy Pro (Annual)7 Days trial$9.991 Year
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  • Vaccy Pro (Annual)7 Days trial$19.491 Year
One-time1
  • Vaccy Pro (Lifetime)$24.99
1 purchases

VaxShield

Subscriptions1
  • VaxShield Pro Monthly$4.991 Month

Questions

Is Vaccy free?
Vaccy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VaxShield free?
VaxShield is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Vaccy or VaxShield have ads?
Neither Vaccy nor VaxShield shows ads.

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