# VisualDx vs MATTERS Network

VisualDx and MATTERS Network both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 84% of VisualDx's written reviews are positive against 0% of MATTERS Network's. VisualDx also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (186 vs 7). MATTERS Network's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. VisualDx sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $39.99 per month. MATTERS Network asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for VisualDx against 4.4 for MATTERS Network. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VisualDx has 186 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 84% of VisualDx's written reviews are positive against 0% of MATTERS Network's.

VisualDx ships an update fortnightly, MATTERS Network every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | VisualDx | MATTERS Network |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (186 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visualdx/id348177521/reviews) | **[4.4 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/matters-network/id1608055021/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **186** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | **84.3% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#24** | — |
| Size | 220 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Logical Images](https://appshunter.io/developer/348177524) | [Abbey, Mecca & Co., Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1608055023) |

## What reviewers say

### VisualDx

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visualdx/id348177521)

**Currently charting:** #24 Top Grossing · Medical (US App Store)

This visual reference tool aids medical professionals in improving patient engagement and diagnostic accuracy. It utilizes AI and a vast image atlas to help build custom differentials, share patient-specific images, and access comprehensive diagnostic information. Earn continuing education credits while making better medical decisions.

**Highlights:** Build custom differentials, Engage patients with visual aids, Improve diagnostic accuracy, Access therapy and test options, Recognize infectious diseases, Earn CME credits

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Complete (1 Month) | $39.99 | per month |
| VisualDx Core Monthly | $39.99 | per month |
| Complete+DermExpert (1 Month) | $49.99 | per month |
| VisualDx Elite Monthly | $49.99 | per month |
| Add DermExpert (1 Year) | $99.99 | per year |
| Complete (1 Year) | $149.99 | per year |
| VisualDx Core Annual | $249.99 | per year |
| VisualDx Elite Annual | $299.99 | per year |
| Complete+DermExpert (1 Year) | $499.99 | per year |
| Add DermExpert (1 yr) | $99.99 | one-time |
| Complete (1 yr) | $399.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 📸 Excellent clinical images and kodachromes
- 👍 User-friendly interface and easy navigation
- 🎓 Comprehensive differential diagnosis tool
- 📚 Detailed disease summaries and treatment information
- 🌍 Inclusive representation of skin of color

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription cost
- ❌ Difficult subscription cancellation process
- 🐛 App crashes and performance issues
- 📱 Quiz feature laggy and unreliable
- 😤 Poor customer service responsiveness

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when using quiz feature
- CME credit claiming functionality fails
- Subscription cancellation not processed
- Renewal charges despite cancellation requests
- Quiz unable to load properly

**Requested features**

- Make app free again (previously free)
- Simplify subscription cancellation in-app
- Improve quiz functionality for mobile
- Add quiz feature to desktop version
- Expand patient information handouts


### MATTERS Network

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/matters-network/id1608055021)

This app serves as an electronic referral platform connecting patients with opioid use disorder to community-based clinics for treatment. It was developed to establish prescribing guidelines and efficiently refer individuals from various healthcare settings.

**Highlights:** Electronic referral platform, Connects patients to MOUD treatment, Establishes prescribing guidelines, Referrals from emergency departments, Referrals from OB/GYN offices, Referrals from correctional facilities

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VisualDx free?

VisualDx is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MATTERS Network free?

MATTERS Network is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, VisualDx or MATTERS Network?

MATTERS Network is rated higher. VisualDx averages 4.4 out of 5 from 186 ratings, while MATTERS Network averages 4.4 from 7 ratings.

### Do VisualDx or MATTERS Network have ads?

Neither VisualDx nor MATTERS Network shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, VisualDx or MATTERS Network?

VisualDx ships an update fortnightly, and MATTERS Network every 5 months. Most recently, VisualDx was updated on October 7, 2026 and MATTERS Network on September 22, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*