Rx 2 Go vs RxLocal
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Rx 2 Go
Connect with your local independent pharmacy to request prescription refills. Search for participating pharmacies, save your favorites, and submit refill requests using your prescription number and patient last name. Get instant confirmation for valid prescriptions.
- Find participating independent pharmacies
- Submit prescription refill requests
- Save favorite pharmacies
- Confirm prescription validity
- Receive immediate response
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Rx 2 Go is a free application that helps connect you to your hometown independent pharmacy. Use the pharmacy search feature to find a pharmacy near you that participates in the Rx2Go online refill system. Once you have found a participating pharmacy, you will be able to submit refill requests directly from your iPhone. Additionally, pharmacies that participate in Rx2Go also have an online interface that offers even more features than the app. Refill requests submitted using the Rx2Go app or through the pharmacy’s internet refill portal appear directly on your pharmacist’s screen! *Choose from nearby pharmacies based on location criteria. *Save your favorite independent pharmacy for quick future refill requests. *Submit a refill request using the prescription number and patient last name. *Receive an immediate response confirming the validity of the prescription number. Completed refill availability varies by pharmacy and must be picked up in store. The Rx 2 Go application is sponsored by Computer-Rx Pharmacy Software.
RxLocal
Easily manage your prescriptions and family's medications in one place. Order refills, view medication details, and set reminders to never miss a dose.
- Medication management
- Family medication profiles
- Prescription refill ordering
- Medication reminders
- Contact options
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Skip the phone call. Message your pharmacy directly and know when your prescription is ready. Manage refills, medications, and your family’s prescriptions in one place. RxLocal makes it simple to stay on top of your prescriptions without the frustration of waiting on hold. • Refill prescriptions in seconds • Message your pharmacy and get answers fast • Know when your prescription is ready for pickup • View and manage your medication list anytime • Keep your whole family’s prescriptions organized Take your medication list with you to doctor visits so you always have accurate information when it matters most. Built to connect you directly with your local pharmacy for faster, more personal care.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: RxLocal at 4.7 against Rx 2 Go's 1.7. RxLocal also leads on ratings volume (71K vs 225) and review sentiment (28% vs 6%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
RxLocal holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RxLocal has 71K ratings behind it against 225, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 6% of Rx 2 Go's written reviews are positive against 28% of RxLocal's.
Rx 2 Go ships an update every 5 months, RxLocal every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 4, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Rx 2 Go | RxLocal |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.7 (225 ratings) | 4.7 (71K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 6.1% of reviews | 27.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 225 | 71K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | — | #116 — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 49 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Computer Rx | PioneerRx, LLC |
Customer experience
Rx 2 Go
RxLocal
User reviews
Rx 2 Go
From 225 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Lightning-fast pharmacy processing
- 👍 Convenient prescription refilling
- 📋 Helpful prescription history tracking
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezes
- 🔌 Connectivity issues and server downtime
- 📱 Outdated and clunky user interface
- 🔍 Unreliable scanning and search functionality
RxLocal
From 71K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Convenient app for managing prescriptions
- 📤 Easy to request refills
- 🔒 Secure communication with pharmacy
- 🖼️ Helpful medication photos and details
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔄 Constantly logging users out
- 💤 Slow and unresponsive at times
- 🤔 Confusing interface and navigation
- 📤 Unreliable notifications and messages
Bugs and requests
Rx 2 Go
Reported bugs
3 issues- Unable to log in or reset password
- Prescription details not displaying properly
- Scanning feature not working on newer devices
Requested features
4 requests- Add family member profiles
- Integrate with more pharmacies
- Provide medication price comparisons
- Enable in-app chat with pharmacy staff
RxLocal
Reported bugs
4 issues- Login and registration issues
- Disappearing medication lists and reminders
- Inconsistent app behavior across updates
- Syncing problems between app and pharmacy
Requested features
5 requests- Allow deleting old/inactive prescriptions
- Display medication pricing information
- Add family member profiles and management
- Improve prescription refill workflow
- Provide better communication and support channels
In-app purchases
Rx 2 Go
No in-app purchases
RxLocal
No in-app purchases
