Comparison

StrepApp vs DocUpdate

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

Head to head
About

StrepApp

This medical app allows authorized users to capture and upload anonymized images of throats suspected of strep throat, along with lab results. Data is stored remotely for research and reference, with strict password protection and privacy measures in place.

Highlights
  • Anonymized throat image capture
  • Laboratory test result upload
  • Remote data storage
  • Password-protected access
  • Age and gender data collection
  • Confidentiality and data handling policies
Features
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StrepApp is an app to collect anonymized captured images of a Study Subject’s throat with suspecting group A Streptococcus (GAS) pharyngitis. The images and the corresponding laboratory test results will be uploaded to a remote database for post-processing storage and reference. The app is password-protected, so only authorized users can use the app to capture and upload images. Only the patient’s ages and gender are stored, no other PHIs are stored in the remote database. For access to the application please contact via Email: tnnguyen@cnmc.org Link to CNMC IRB app and its process approval is: https://www.dropbox.com/s/o2enu7l6qlhzb8s/Correspondence%20Letter%20for%20Pro00014100CA.pdf?dl=0 - information about confidentiality and handling of data (including any sharing with third parties) Information and Data handling is clearly defined in our Privacy policy. https://ngoctrong29.wixsite.com/home/strepapp - a point of contact for participant questions Trong Nguyen, PhD Email: tnnguyen@cnmc.org Mobile: 217-721-4677

About

DocUpdate

This app provides busy clinicians with mobile-first tools to streamline their workflow. It offers free e-prescribing to numerous pharmacies, patient communication features including a medical translator, and access to a concierge service for pharmaceutical company interactions.

Highlights
  • Free e-prescribing to 65,000+ pharmacies
  • DocUpdate Concierge for sample requests
  • Medical translator in 20+ languages
  • Patient communication tools
  • Mobile-first tools for busy clinicians
Features
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DocUpdate is a free e-prescribing app building mobile-first tools for today's busy clinicians. We help physicians, nurse practitioners, and PAs get more done in less time. From e-prescribing and patient communication, to connecting with reps and manufacturers, our tools are designed for real-world workflows, whether you're in the clinic, rounding, or on the go. What you can do with DocUpdate: • E-prescribe to 65,000+ pharmacies nationwide. 100% free. • Access DocUpdate Concierge, your assistant for requesting samples, rep visits, and other support directly from pharmaceutical companies. • Communicate clearly with patients using our medical translator in 20+ languages Download DocUpdate now to access all these features and more right from your phone!

Screenshots

StrepApp4 screens
DocUpdate4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: DocUpdate at 61% against StrepApp's 0%. DocUpdate also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.7) and ratings volume (2.8K vs 7). StrepApp's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DocUpdate holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DocUpdate has 2.8K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of StrepApp's written reviews are positive against 61% of DocUpdate's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

StrepApp ships an update fortnightly, DocUpdate every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
StrepApp versus DocUpdate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStrepAppDocUpdate
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.7 (7 ratings)4.8 (2.8K ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews60.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings72.8K — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 11 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#175 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.6
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB96 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperAuscultech DXDocupdate

Customer experience

StrepApp

All ratings7 ratings
Positive42.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative57.1%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

DocUpdate

All ratings2,777 ratings
Positive95.2%
Neutral1.3%
Negative3.5%
Written reviews186 reviews
Positive60.8%
Neutral5.9%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

StrepApp

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

DocUpdate

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Registration process fails for some users
  • Prescriptions not reaching pharmacies as expected
  • Inability to prescribe to certain pharmacies or areas
  • App crashes or freezes during use

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to customize prescription quantities
  • Support for veterinarians and other non-physician prescribers
  • Improved pharmacy search functionality
  • Prescription database/formulary integration
  • Ability to document prescription notes

In-app purchases

None

StrepApp

No in-app purchases

None

DocUpdate

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is StrepApp free?
StrepApp is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DocUpdate free?
DocUpdate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, StrepApp or DocUpdate?
DocUpdate is rated higher. StrepApp averages 2.7 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while DocUpdate averages 4.8 from 2.8K ratings.
Do StrepApp or DocUpdate have ads?
DocUpdate shows ads; StrepApp does not.
Which is updated more often, StrepApp or DocUpdate?
StrepApp ships an update fortnightly, and DocUpdate every 11 days. Most recently, StrepApp was updated on September 30, 2026 and DocUpdate on October 12, 2026.

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