Comparison

KidneyDiet vs IgAN+

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

Head to head
About

KidneyDiet

This app assists individuals with kidney disease in monitoring key nutrients like phosphorus, potassium, and protein. It offers personalized daily guidelines, a comprehensive food database, and detailed nutrient tracking to support informed dietary choices. Users can also log favorite foods and share their progress with healthcare providers.

Highlights
  • Track phosphorus, potassium, and protein
  • Personalized daily guidelines
  • Extensive food and nutrient database
  • Detailed nutrient intake charts
  • Log favorite foods
  • Email daily diary
Features
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KidneyDiet® helps you watch the 3Ps. Phosphorus. Potassium. Protein. KidneyDiet helps people with kidney disease make better choices. Watching your nutrient intake and educating yourself about your nutrition needs changes during the course of kidney disease. Whether you are on dialysis or not, you must become aware of the following in your diet: PHOSPHORUS POTASSIUM PROTEIN SODIUM FLUIDS KidneyDiet makes it easy to personalize your Daily Diary Guidelines and compare your nutritional intake against your doctor's recommendations. - KidneyDiet provides an extensive, comprehensive research-quality food and nutrient database. - Charts and tables provide clarity on your nutrition. - Nutrient tracking is comprehensive and shows insight into your intake of carbohydrates, glycemic index, glycemic load, fat, cholesterol, vitamins and minerals in the foods you eat. - Personalized guidelines tailor the app to meet your specific needs. - Keep a list of favorite foods. - Email your Daily Diary to yourself or your healthcare provider. ** Free 2-week trial! ** During the trial period all features are available. After the trial period, you will still have access to the "learning" section of the app which provides educational information about nutrients and you will still be able to search for foods, accessing an extensive database. Upon subscribing, you will once again have access to all features, unlocking your diary, favorites, charts, and customizing your nutrient guidelines. You will not be inconvenienced by advertising interrupting your app usage, ever. Eat right. Enjoy life.

About

IgAN+

This app provides exclusive resources and community support for individuals living with IgA Nephropathy. Members can track lab results, connect with others, access curated wellness content, find local providers, and discover recipes and events.

Highlights
  • Members-only access
  • Lab results tracking
  • Community connection feature
  • Curated wellness content
  • Local healthcare provider directory
  • Clinical trial information
  • Endorsed recipes with nutrient analysis
Features
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Are you living with IgA Nephropathy or caring for someone who is? Embrace a new level of support with IgAN+, the exclusive app crafted for IgAN Foundation Members. Unlock a world of features designed to empower, connect, and help you navigate your journey. Key Features: - Members-Only Access: Exclusively available to IgAN Foundation Members, IgAN+ is your personalized gateway to a supportive community. - Lab Results Tracking: Seamlessly monitor and track your lab results, empowering you with insights into your health journey. - Opt-In Connect Feature: Connect with others in the IgAN community through our opt-in connect feature. Share experiences, tips, and encouragement with those who understand. - Wellness Content: Access curated movement content designed to promote physical well-being. From gentle exercises to mindful practices, discover content tailored to your needs. Local Healthcare Providers and Clinical Trials: Find local healthcare providers with expertise in IgA Nephropathy. Explore ongoing clinical trials, fostering your proactive approach to health. - Recipes: Exclusive recipes endorsed by the IgAN Foundation. Nourish your body with dishes that align with IgA Nephropathy dietary considerations. PLUS, share your own recipes and our built in nutrient analyzer will help identify if it’s low sodium or low phosphorus. - Latest Events: Stay informed and engaged with the latest events in the IgAN community. From educational seminars to community gatherings, never miss an opportunity to connect. - How to Get Started: Join IgAN Foundation: Not a member yet? Join the IgAN Foundation to access IgAN+ and a wealth of exclusive benefits. Membership is FREE. - Download IgAN+: Once a member, download IgAN+ and unlock the features tailored to enhance your IgAN journey. - Connect, Learn, Thrive: Dive into a supportive community where you can connect, learn, and thrive. IgAN+ is more than an app; it's your companion on the road to well-being. Discover the power of unity within the IgAN community. Download IgAN+ today! Note: IgAN+ is exclusively available to members of the IgA Nephropathy Foundation. DISCLAIMER: The information we provide is general and not specific to you. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health care regimen, and never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Application or the Website. Company strongly urges and advises you to consult with your physician (or other qualified health-care provider) with respect to any medical condition or treatment.

Screenshots

KidneyDiet4 screens
IgAN+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: IgAN+ at 5.0 against KidneyDiet's 4.4. IgAN+ also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). KidneyDiet's advantage is ratings volume (321 vs 2) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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. KidneyDiet sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. IgAN+ asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

IgAN+ holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: KidneyDiet has 321 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KidneyDiet ships an update every 3 months, IgAN+ every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
KidneyDiet versus IgAN+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKidneyDietIgAN+
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (321 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews63.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings321 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size297 MB51 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperKismetly, Inc.IgAN

Customer experience

KidneyDiet

All ratings311 ratings
Positive83.9%
Neutral7.4%
Negative8.7%
Written reviews93 reviews
Positive63.4%
Neutral9.7%
Negative26.9%

IgAN+

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

KidneyDiet

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • App crashes when clicking 'see all nutrition' or 'add to diary' buttons
  • Barcode scanner not functioning (QR code error)
  • Many foods display without portion size options
  • Cannot add custom portion sizes for preset foods
  • Login and password reset emails not sending
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  • In-app purchases blocked with error notifications
  • App becomes unstable after recent updates
  • Inaccurate nutritional information compared to package labels
  • Favorites automatically populated without user confirmation
  • Cannot delete items from diary once added
  • Food search returns irrelevant results (e.g., oatmeal cookies instead of oatmeal)
  • Red warning indicators disappearing after app updates
  • Subscription data lost after app reinstall
  • Incompatibility with new iPhone models

Requested features

21 requests
  • Add carbohydrates and cholesterol tracking for diabetic patients
  • Allow users to edit saved custom foods
  • Ability to delete items from favorites without limitation
  • Multi-year subscription discounts
  • Recipe builder with automatic nutrient calculation
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  • Meal-based logging instead of individual items
  • Landscape orientation support for iPad
  • Add sugar and calories to daily totals chart
  • Flexible portion size entry (e.g., 4 ounces instead of 1 ounce)
  • List view of daily foods with all nutrients visible
  • Ability to mark nutrients as 'unknown' with daily flags
  • Track blood pressure, pulse, weight, and temperature
  • Weekly and multi-day intake review
  • Recent/commonly-used foods quick access
  • Better search functionality (e.g., 'apple' returns 'applesauce')
  • Expanded restaurant menu options
  • International food databases (UK, Australia, Hispanic foods)
  • Dry weight tracking for dialysis patients
  • Nutrient comparison tool to suggest healthier alternatives
  • Custom measurement unit preferences
  • Ability to add ingredients for automatic nutrient calculation

IgAN+

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

KidneyDiet

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$7.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$54.991 Year
None

IgAN+

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KidneyDiet free?
KidneyDiet is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is IgAN+ free?
IgAN+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, KidneyDiet or IgAN+?
IgAN+ is rated higher. KidneyDiet averages 4.4 out of 5 from 321 ratings, while IgAN+ averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do KidneyDiet or IgAN+ have ads?
Neither KidneyDiet nor IgAN+ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, KidneyDiet or IgAN+?
KidneyDiet ships an update every 3 months, and IgAN+ every 3 weeks. Most recently, KidneyDiet was updated on October 24, 2026 and IgAN+ on September 30, 2026.

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