Comparison

CTC vs Sunshine Oncology Planner

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

Head to head
About

CTC

This medical reference app provides quick access to standardized adverse event criteria and grading scales for oncology research. It allows for efficient logging, tracking, and reporting of patient events, including performance scores and custom entries. Data is kept strictly on-device for privacy and compliance.

Highlights
  • CTCAE v4 and v5 reference
  • Performance score integration (Karnofsky, ECOG, Lansky)
  • Advanced adverse event logger
  • Custom event creation
  • CSV data import/export
  • On-device data storage
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CTC-AE is a reference and educational tool for clinical researchers, oncologists, and healthcare professionals working with adverse event terminology and oncology performance status scales. The app provides fast, offline access to publicly available standards: • NCI Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (CTC-AE v4.03 and v5.0) • ECOG Performance Status • Karnofsky Performance Status • Lansky Performance Status (pediatric) You can also keep personal reference notes about trials and patients, stored privately in your own iCloud account and synced across your Apple devices. Export your data as CSV at any time. KEY FEATURES • Complete CTC-AE v4.03 and v5.0 terminology with grades and definitions • Color-coded severity grades for quick visual reference • Multi-column layout optimized for iPad • Performance status scales (ECOG, Karnofsky, Lansky) • Personal trial and patient reference notes, stored privately in your own iCloud account and synced across iPhone, iPad, and Mac • CSV export • Optional Face ID / Touch ID protection • Optional name scrambling for on-screen privacy PRIVACY Your reference notes live in your private iCloud container. Arpacore B.V. has no access to this data, and no information is shared with any third party. INTENDED USE CTC-AE is intended for educational and reference purposes only. It is not a medical device. It is not intended to diagnose, prevent, monitor, predict, prognose, or treat any disease, injury, or disability, and does not provide medical advice. All clinical decisions remain the sole responsibility of qualified healthcare professionals. The CTC-AE terminology is published by the U.S. National Cancer Institute and is reproduced here for reference. This app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the NCI or NIH. CTC-AE is also available natively on Mac, with full sync between your devices.

About

Sunshine Oncology Planner

Features
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Sunshine Oncology Planner is your trusted companion for managing cancer treatment and care. Designed with input from patients and caregivers, our app helps you stay organized, informed, and empowered throughout your journey. KEY FEATURES: SMART APPOINTMENT TRACKING • Schedule and manage oncology appointments, scans, and treatments • Set reminders so you never miss an important visit • View your calendar in daily, weekly, or monthly formats MEDICATION MANAGEMENT • Track prescriptions, dosages, and schedules • Receive timely medication reminders • Log side effects and symptoms to share with your care team PERSONAL HEALTH JOURNAL • Record daily notes, symptoms, and questions for your doctor • Attach photos of rashes, scars, or other concerns PRIVATE & SECURE • Your health information is encrypted and protected • No data sharing with third parties • Full control over your data with easy export and deletion TREATMENT MILESTONES • Celebrate progress with visual treatment timelines • Track infusion cycles, radiation sessions, and recovery goals • Share summaries with family or healthcare providers WHO IS THIS APP FOR? • Cancer patients navigating treatment • Caregivers supporting loved ones • Survivors managing long-term follow-up care IMPORTANT NOTICE: Sunshine Oncology Planner is an organizational tool and is not a medical device. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your oncology care team for medical decisions and emergencies. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION: Premium features available via monthly or annual subscription. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage subscriptions in your account settings. Privacy Policy: https://pages.sunshineoncologyplanner.com/Privacy-Policy Support: support@sunshineoncologyplanner.com

Screenshots

CTC4 screens
Sunshine Oncology Planner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Sunshine Oncology Planner at Free against CTC's $3.99. Sunshine Oncology Planner also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Sunshine Oncology Planner is free to download; CTC costs $3.99 up front. CTC sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Sunshine Oncology Planner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CTC ships an update every 2 months, Sunshine Oncology Planner every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Ā· 5 level
CTC versus Sunshine Oncology Planner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCTCSunshine Oncology Planner
Price$3.99Free — better
Positive reviews55.6% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB46 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperArpacore B.V.Women's Oncology Consultants, LLC

In-app purchases

1 purchases

CTC

One-time1
  • Adverse Event Logger$3.99
2 purchases

Sunshine Oncology Planner

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$9.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription$99.991 Year

Questions

Is CTC free?
CTC costs $3.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Sunshine Oncology Planner free?
Sunshine Oncology Planner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CTC or Sunshine Oncology Planner have ads?
Neither CTC nor Sunshine Oncology Planner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CTC or Sunshine Oncology Planner?
CTC ships an update every 2 months, and Sunshine Oncology Planner every 8 days. Most recently, CTC was updated on October 29, 2026 and Sunshine Oncology Planner on October 6, 2026.

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