# iRad Xrays vs Xray Anatomy

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 (#191 vs unranked) and ratings volume (1.5K vs 356). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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.

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.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | iRad Xrays | Xray Anatomy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (356 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/irad-xrays/id379320107/reviews)** | [4.3 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xray-anatomy/id616765425/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 356 | **1.5K** |
| Positive reviews | **48.6% of reviews** | 27.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#191** |
| Size | 238 MB | 75 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [MEDIWARE CY LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1759910044) | [XO INTERNATIONAL COMPANY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1795779865) |

## What reviewers say

### iRad Xrays

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/irad-xrays/id379320107)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| iRad Xrays Yearly Subscription | $15.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- Allow tube removal
- Add standing/erect spine positions
- Include trauma views
- Add clinical indications
- Add fluoroscopy procedures


### Xray Anatomy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xray-anatomy/id616765425)

**Currently charting:** #191 Top Grossing · Medical (US App Store)

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:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Weekly Access | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| Yearly Access | $8.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $17.99 | per year |
| Yearly Access | $17.99 | per year |
| Lifetime one time purchase | $14.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime one time purchase | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription issues and unexpected login requirements
- Inability to contact customer support

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked 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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