Comparison

parkinSoft vs As Needed.

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

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About

parkinSoft

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ParkinSoft is a service created for patients diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. ParkinSoft enables users and relatives of patient, such as doctors, family, scientists, etc, to monitor and keep record of patient's tremor and dyskinetia levels, amongst other events such as medicine consumption, comments, dates of medical consultations, or, medical analysis/studies. Changes in medication, or adjustments to deep brain stimulator are viewable in the graphics. Recorded data can be viewed in particular module to analyse and apply filters if needed, also data can be exported to xls file. ParkinSoft includes: an apple watch app, and a web app. The apple watch application measures tremor and dyskinetia levels (using Movement Disorder Manager from Apple inc.) In the web app you can view graphical charts of recorded data, and configure its parameters. You can also set events such as the moments to take medication to send notifications on the watch, and to display in front screen next visit to the doctor, also on the watch.

About

As Needed.

This app helps you track as-needed medications, offering quick logging, safe dose spacing, and privacy-focused insights. It supports various unit types and provides visual usage patterns, all while keeping your health data securely on your device.

Highlights
  • Quick dose logging in seconds
  • Support for 29 unit types
  • Searchable medication database
  • Visual usage pattern charts
  • Privacy-conscious notifications
  • Siri Shortcuts integration
  • Local data storage only
Features
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Track As-Needed Medications with Privacy and Confidence AsNeeded is the privacy-first medication tracker designed specifically for PRN (as-needed) medications. Whether managing pain relief, anxiety medications, allergies, or any other as-needed prescriptions, AsNeeded helps you track doses safely—while keeping your health data completely private. Built for As-Needed Medications Unlike apps focused on daily medication schedules, AsNeeded understands the unique challenges of PRN medications. Quick logging, safe spacing between doses, and clear insights help you make informed decisions about when to take your next dose. Key Features Quick Dose Logging: - Log medications in seconds with one tap - Support for 29 unit types (tablets, mg, mL, puffs, drops, and more) - Smart defaults remember your typical doses - Backdate doses when you forget to log immediately - Add notes to track symptoms or side effects Medication Management: - Search 300,000+ medications via RxNorm integration - Use custom nicknames alongside clinical names - Track inventory and set refill reminders - Support for all dosage forms and strengths Powerful Insights: - Visual charts reveal usage patterns over time - Calendar heatmap shows daily medication habits - Statistics display average usage and trends - Searchable history of all medication events Reminders: - Flexible scheduling: one-time, daily, weekly, or custom - Privacy-conscious notifications (hide medication names) - Quick actions: "Mark as Taken" directly from notification - Gentle reminders that respect your preferences Siri Shortcuts: "Hey Siri, I took 2 ibuprofen" "How much acetaminophen have I taken today?" "List my medications in AsNeeded" True Privacy: - All data stored locally on your device only - No account required—start using immediately - No cloud sync, servers, or data collection - No ads, analytics, or tracking of any kind - Export your data anytime in JSON format - Open source code you can inspect (GPL-3.0) Perfect For: - Pain management (track intervals between doses) - Anxiety/panic medications (log as-needed usage) - Allergy medications (monitor seasonal patterns) - Migraine treatments (identify triggers) - Sleep aids (track effectiveness) - Any PRN or as-needed prescription Why Choose AsNeeded? - Privacy First: Your health data never leaves your device. No servers, no cloud, no company has access to your information. - Always Free: Every feature is free forever. No premium tiers, no subscriptions, no ads. Supported by optional tips only. - Open Source: Transparent development. Review our code on GitHub. Community-driven improvements. - Thoughtful Design: Clean, modern interface built with SwiftUI. Supports Dark Mode, Dynamic Type, and VoiceOver. - Reliable: Offline-first design means AsNeeded works anywhere, anytime. No internet required. Additional Features - Apple Watch companion app for quick logging - Data export/import for backups - Technical logs for troubleshooting - Comprehensive medication event history - Support for complex dosing scenarios AsNeeded respects both your health and your privacy. It's the medication tracker that works the way as-needed medications actually work—quick to log, clear about safety, and completely private. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Medical Disclaimer: This app is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read in this app. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services immediately.

Screenshots

parkinSoft2 screens
As Needed.4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: parkinSoft at none against As Needed.'s 6. parkinSoft also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). As Needed.'s advantage is device support. On price 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. As Needed. sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. parkinSoft asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
parkinSoft versus As Needed.: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterparkinSoftAs Needed.
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—6 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 months
Ads—No
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
Devices—iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB30 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperVADIR BARRANON CARRIONDaniel Hart

In-app purchases

None

parkinSoft

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

As Needed.

Subscriptions3
  • Supporter$1.991 Month
  • Advocate$4.991 Month
  • Champion$9.991 Month
One-time3
  • Tip: Thanks!$0.99
  • Tip: Cheers!$2.99
  • Tip: Ovation!$4.99

Questions

Is parkinSoft free?
parkinSoft is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is As Needed. free?
As Needed. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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