Comparison

Medical Lab Tests vs Mini LAB

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

Head to head
About

Medical Lab Tests

This app provides instant access to reference ranges, clinical significance, and interpretations for a wide array of laboratory tests. Designed for healthcare professionals and students, it offers detailed information on over 17 categories of lab tests, working offline for convenient use in clinical settings.

Highlights
  • Instant lab test lookup
  • 17+ lab test categories
  • Reference ranges (SI & US units)
  • Interpretation of abnormal values
  • Offline functionality
  • Powerful search
  • Favorites list
Features
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The go-to lab reference for healthcare professionals, medical students, and nurses — trusted on hospital wards, in classrooms, and during clinical rotations. INSTANT LAB TEST LOOKUP Search or browse 17 categories of laboratory tests and get immediate access to reference ranges, clinical significance, and differential interpretations for both high and low values. Categories include: Red Blood Cells, White Blood Cells, Coagulation, Electrolytes & Metabolites, Arterial Blood Gas, Enzymes & Proteins, Ions & Trace Metals, Cardiac Tests, Liver & Pancreas, Lipids, Hormones, Immunology, Cancer Markers, Cerebrospinal Fluid, Drugs, Toxicology, and Urine. BUILT FOR CLINICAL PRACTICE Each lab test entry includes: — A concise description of the test and its clinical relevance — Reference ranges in both SI and US (conventional) units — Detailed interpretation of abnormal values — Differentials for elevated and decreased results DESIGNED FOR YOUR WORKFLOW — Powerful search to find any test in seconds — Favorites for the values you check most often — Works fully offline — no Wi-Fi needed on the ward — Clean, intuitive interface optimized for iPhone and iPad — No account creation required — your privacy is respected — Automatically updated content library WHO IT'S FOR Whether you're a resident reviewing morning labs, a nursing student preparing for NCLEX, a medical student studying for USMLE Step 2, or an attending refreshing a rare test — Medical Lab Tests puts reliable reference data at your fingertips. Rated #1 Lab Values Application by iMedicalApps.com. DISCLAIMER All information is provided for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult qualified healthcare providers for clinical decisions. Questions or suggestions? Contact us at mail@mediconapps.com — we read every message. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Mini LAB

This medical reference app provides essential lab value information for CBC, CMP, and UA panels. It features a premium interface, fast navigation, and offline capabilities, accessible on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch.

Highlights
  • Normal value references for CBC, CMP, UA panels
  • Premium, intuitive interface
  • Fast navigation
  • Offline access
  • Apple Watch app integration
  • Smart search and filtering
Read full description

Mini LAB is a mini and free version of Project LAB – The #1 Medical Lab Reference (since 2014). We've rebuilt Mini LAB from the ground up. With a stunning new premium interface, lightning-fast navigation, and powerful enhancements across your iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. Whether you are decoding your own health, studying for boards, or treating patients, Mini LAB and Project LAB deliver high-yield information where every single word counts. The app includes normal value reference for the CBC, CMP, and UA Panels. What's New in This Massive Update: - Stunning Premium Design: A beautiful, intuitive new interface featuring smooth animations, a modern 'liquid glass' toolbar, and customizable Light, Dark, and System themes. - Desktop-Class iPad Experience: A brand-new side-by-side layout, fully supports iPad multitasking. - All-New Apple Watch App: Instantly check normal lab values and filter by specific panels with a quick glance at your watch. Signature Features You'll Love: - Smart Search & Filtering: Filter your real-time search results. - 100% Offline Capable: Your medical reference is always with you. Enjoy the best version of Mini LAB yet!

Screenshots

Medical Lab Tests4 screens
Mini LAB4 screens

Verdict

The call

Medical Lab Tests and Mini LAB both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Mini LAB's written reviews are positive against 61% of Medical Lab Tests's. Mini LAB also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 9). Medical Lab Tests's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 months vs every 24 months). On price, rating 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. Medical Lab Tests sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Mini LAB asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Medical Lab Tests against 4.7 for Mini LAB. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Medical Lab Tests has 1.1K ratings behind it against 60, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 61% of Medical Lab Tests's written reviews are positive against 100% of Mini LAB's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Medical Lab Tests ships an update every 3 months, Mini LAB every 24 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Medical Lab Tests versus Mini LAB: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMedical Lab TestsMini LAB
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.1K ratings) — better4.7 (60 ratings)
Positive reviews61.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.1K — better60
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 24 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.6 — better18
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB8 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperMedicon AppsRonny Makhoul

Customer experience

Medical Lab Tests

All ratings1,141 ratings
Positive94.0%
Neutral3.8%
Negative2.3%
Written reviews96 reviews
Positive61.5%
Neutral15.6%
Negative22.9%

Mini LAB

All ratings60 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral5.0%
Negative1.7%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Medical Lab Tests

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Incorrect tube color information
  • Not compatible with iPhone 5
  • Spelling errors in the app

Requested features

7 requests
  • Add ceruloplasmin test
  • Include vitamin and mineral panels
  • Add D-dimer test
  • Add venous and capillary blood gas tests
  • Include more coagulation and virology tests
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  • Add urinalysis and CSF values
  • Provide option to upload and compare personal lab results

Mini LAB

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Medical Lab Tests

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Quarterly$2.993 Months
  • Half-yearly$3.996 Months
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  • Yearly$9.991 Year
One-time5
  • One Month subscription$0.99
  • 3 Months subscription$1.99
  • 6 Months subscription$2.99
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  • One year subscription$3.99
  • Pro Version$19.99
None

Mini LAB

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Medical Lab Tests free?
Medical Lab Tests is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mini LAB free?
Mini LAB is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Medical Lab Tests or Mini LAB?
Medical Lab Tests is rated higher. Medical Lab Tests averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Mini LAB averages 4.7 from 60 ratings.
Do Medical Lab Tests or Mini LAB have ads?
Mini LAB shows ads; Medical Lab Tests does not.
Which is updated more often, Medical Lab Tests or Mini LAB?
Medical Lab Tests ships an update every 3 months, and Mini LAB every 24 months. Most recently, Medical Lab Tests was updated on October 18, 2026 and Mini LAB on October 10, 2026.

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