Comparison

iRad Xrays vs Xray Anatomy

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

Head to head
About

iRad Xrays

Explore radiographic positioning in 3D and augmented reality. This comprehensive atlas aids in learning and revision for board exams, featuring detailed 3D anatomy and X-ray parameters. It's a valuable teaching tool for universities and a revision aid for students.

Highlights
  • 3D and Augmented Reality radiography
  • Radiographic Positioning Atlas
  • 3D Radiographic Anatomy Atlas
  • Xray Vision™
  • Show Radiograph™
  • Radiographic image evaluation and tips
  • X-ray Parameters at a glance
Features
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The most used Radiographic Positioning Atlas in the USA and Canada now in 3D and Augmented Reality (supported devices only) - Used as teaching aid in Universities. Use this positioning atlas as a revision tool for your board exams! or as teaching aid in your University using Augmented Reality. - More than 135 radiographic exams AND correlating anatomy all in 3D (in- app purchases) - 3D Radiographic Anatomy Atlas. - Xray Vision™: look through the patients body - Show Radiograph™: (see the corresponding radiograph - where available) - Search by anatomy, or radiographic exposure - Radiographic image evaluation and tips - All X-ray Parameters at a glance. - Universal app (runs natively on iPhone and iPad). *** High Resolution 3D model of Positioning with collimation reference! *** High Resolution X-rays with Radiographic Anatomy! *** Our Radiology Team consists of Consultant Radiologists and experienced Professors of Radiography (please refer to our website for details) *** iCat Solutions Ltd is the leading Radiology Software Company with the most complete Radiological series of apps in the AppStore! With dedicated scientific teams to support ALL fields in Radiology and with the best software engineers we provide a wide range of iPhone and iPad apps for Computed Tomography, MRI, General Radiology and Neuroradiology. visit us at: www.icat.solutions follow us on twitter @iCatSoftware - US/EU Patent Pending -

About

Xray Anatomy

Explore radiographic anatomy with high-resolution X-ray images and detailed labeling. This educational tool is designed for clarity and ease of use, ideal for students, educators, and enthusiasts. Features multilingual support and a quiz mode to reinforce learning.

Highlights
  • High-resolution X-ray images
  • Color-coded anatomical labeling
  • Detailed radiograph descriptions
  • Multilingual support (English, Spanish, Chinese)
  • QuizMe™ mode
  • Cross-platform subscription (Mac, iPhone, iPad)
Features
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Master radiographic anatomy with the most comprehensive X-ray study app — designed by Professors of Anatomy and practising Physicians for medical students and radiographers worldwide. DICOM Viewer — Authentic DICOM radiographic images across all body regions: chest, skull, spine, pelvis, upper and lower extremities. Colour-Coded Anatomy — Every structure highlighted and labelled for visual, efficient learning. Latin Nomenclature — Full Latin and clinical terminology — the international medical standard. QuizMe Mode — Interactive anatomy quizzes built directly from real radiographic images. Atlas Coverage — Systematic atlas covering plain films and fluoroscopy reference views for all major body regions. NEW: Case Studies — Real clinical scenarios with annotated X-ray cases and guided diagnostic questions. Ideal preparation for FRCR, MRCS, and clinical radiology rotations. Ideal for: Medical students preparing for finals, USMLE, or clinical placements Radiography and radiology students building systematic reporting skills Junior doctors and FRCR candidates refreshing radiographic anatomy Download Xray Anatomy and see anatomy the way clinicians do. Privacy Policy: https://xo-sa.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://xo-sa.com/terms-and-conditions/

Screenshots

iRad Xrays4 screens
Xray Anatomy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: iRad Xrays at free with in-app purchases against Xray Anatomy's subscription. iRad Xrays also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and review sentiment (49% vs 27%). Xray Anatomy's advantage is chart position (#195 vs unranked) and ratings volume (1.5K vs 356). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. iRad Xrays sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $15.99 per year and Xray Anatomy sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iRad Xrays holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 356 and 1.5K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 49% of iRad Xrays's written reviews are positive against 27% of Xray Anatomy's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
iRad Xrays versus Xray Anatomy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriRad XraysXray Anatomy
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (356 ratings) — better4.3 (1.5K ratings)
Positive reviews48.6% of reviews — better27.3% of reviews
Number of ratings3561.5K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
Best chart rank—#195 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.0 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size238 MB75 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperMEDIWARE CY LTDXO INTERNATIONAL COMPANY

Customer experience

iRad Xrays

All ratings356 ratings
Positive92.1%
Neutral3.7%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews35 reviews
Positive48.6%
Neutral11.4%
Negative40.0%

Xray Anatomy

All ratings1,458 ratings
Positive81.4%
Neutral4.1%
Negative14.5%
Written reviews55 reviews
Positive27.3%
Neutral12.7%
Negative60.0%

User reviews

iRad Xrays

From 356 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great for students and review
  • 👍 Informative for radiographers
  • 👍 Helpful for board exams
  • 👍 Useful quick reference
  • 👍 Good for anatomy identification

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Malfunctions and not working
  • 🐛 App stops working after payment
  • 🐛 Not allowing redownload
  • 🐛 Blank X-ray room
  • 🐛 Nothing shows up after selection

Xray Anatomy

From 1.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🌟 Excellent for learning anatomy through X-rays
  • 👍 Easy to navigate and track structures
  • 🏆 Helpful for radiography students and professionals

Room to improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🔒 Lack of transparency around subscription features
  • 🚫 Limited content without subscription
  • 🤔 Confusing login/access issues

Bugs and requests

iRad Xrays

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • App stops working after payment
  • Cannot redownload app
  • X-ray room is blank
  • Nothing shows up after selecting a projection
  • Patient not showing for positioning
Show 4 more
  • Update ruined functionality
  • App not loading
  • Cannot see anything
  • Won't work after reinstallation

Requested features

18 requests
  • Allow tube removal
  • Add standing/erect spine positions
  • Include trauma views
  • Add clinical indications
  • Add fluoroscopy procedures
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  • Add surgical C-arm exams
  • Include pelvis inlet/outlet procedures
  • Add anatomy side
  • Add pediatric exposure factors
  • Add fluoro studies
  • Add modified views
  • Add more exams
  • Add collimation details
  • Add bone details to anatomy photos
  • Add more detailed notes and instructions
  • Make 3D mode optional/in settings
  • Group items by category
  • Improve image quality for zoom

Xray Anatomy

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Subscription issues and unexpected login requirements
  • Inability to contact customer support

Requested features

4 requests
  • More diverse set of X-ray images
  • Progress tracking and resume functionality
  • Read-aloud feature for pronunciations
  • Ability to scan/view personal X-rays

In-app purchases

1 purchases

iRad Xrays

Subscriptions1
  • iRad Xrays Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$15.991 Year
8 purchases

Xray Anatomy

Subscriptions6
  • Monthly Subscription$3.991 Month
  • Weekly Access2 variants$5.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription$7.991 Month
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  • Yearly Access$8.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription$17.991 Year
  • Yearly Access$17.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime one time purchase$14.99
  • Lifetime one time purchase$29.99

Questions

Is iRad Xrays free?
iRad Xrays is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Xray Anatomy free?
Xray Anatomy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iRad Xrays or Xray Anatomy?
iRad Xrays is rated higher. iRad Xrays averages 4.7 out of 5 from 356 ratings, while Xray Anatomy averages 4.3 from 1.5K ratings.
Do iRad Xrays or Xray Anatomy have ads?
Neither iRad Xrays nor Xray Anatomy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iRad Xrays or Xray Anatomy?
iRad Xrays ships an update every 2 months, and Xray Anatomy every 2 months. Most recently, iRad Xrays was updated on October 19, 2026 and Xray Anatomy on October 18, 2026.

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