Comparison

RxLocal vs Accredo

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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.

About

Accredo

Manage your specialty medications conveniently from your smartphone. Order refills, track shipments, make payments, and receive dose reminders. Stay on top of your treatment plan with easy access to your medication history and profile.

Highlights
  • Order specialty medication refills
  • Track specialty medication orders
  • Make payments
  • View order history
  • Receive dose reminders
  • Update patient profile
Features
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Welcome to the fully redesigned Accredo app. The Accredo app has been updated to make it easier to manage your specialty medications wherever you are, whenever you want. This app is available only for Accredo Specialty Pharmacy patients. With the Accredo mobile app, you can: • Order medications* – See when your medications are ready to schedule, and place orders directly from the app • Make payments – Pay balances, add payment methods, and manage billing details in one place • View prescriptions and details – See your medications, prescription information, and current status in a single view • Track orders and view history – Stay up to date on your orders and review past activity • Explore copay assistance options – Access tools and resources related to copay support • Complete clinical assessments – Answer required questions in the app instead of over the phone • Chat support – Connect with support through in‑app chat when you need help * Not available for all medications

Screenshots

RxLocal3 screens
Accredo4 screens

Verdict

The call

RxLocal and Accredo both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 53% of Accredo's written reviews are positive against 28% of RxLocal's. Accredo also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for RxLocal against 4.8 for Accredo. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 71K and 55K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 28% of RxLocal's written reviews are positive against 53% of Accredo's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RxLocal ships an update every 5 weeks, Accredo every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 27, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
RxLocal versus Accredo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRxLocalAccredo
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (71K ratings)4.8 (55K ratings) — better
Positive reviews27.8% of reviews52.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings71K — better55K
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank#92 — better#131
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB77 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperPioneerRx, LLCAccredo Health Group, Inc

Customer experience

RxLocal

All ratings70,969 ratings
Positive94.4%
Neutral2.2%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews998 reviews
Positive27.8%
Neutral8.2%
Negative64.0%

Accredo

All ratings54,801 ratings
Positive96.9%
Neutral1.2%
Negative1.9%
Written reviews235 reviews
Positive52.8%
Neutral5.1%
Negative42.1%

User reviews

RxLocal

From 71K App Store ratings

What 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

Accredo

From 55K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Convenient app for refilling prescriptions
  • 💡 Helpful reminders and notifications
  • 👍 Easy to use and navigate
  • 🚀 Fast and efficient ordering process
  • 👍 Friendly and supportive customer service

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent communication and notifications
  • 🐛 Inaccurate account information and billing issues
  • 🐛 Slow response times and long wait times on phone
  • 🐛 Lack of integration between app and customer service
  • 🐛 Difficulty managing prescriptions and delivery

Bugs and requests

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

Accredo

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes and login issues
  • Inaccurate account balance and payment information
  • Prescription refill process not working as expected

Requested features

4 requests
  • Customizable medication reminders
  • Improved account management and transparency
  • Better integration between app and customer service
  • Enhanced communication and notification features

In-app purchases

None

RxLocal

No in-app purchases

None

Accredo

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RxLocal free?
RxLocal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Accredo free?
Accredo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RxLocal or Accredo?
Accredo is rated higher. RxLocal averages 4.7 out of 5 from 71K ratings, while Accredo averages 4.8 from 55K ratings.
Do RxLocal or Accredo have ads?
Neither RxLocal nor Accredo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RxLocal or Accredo?
RxLocal ships an update every 5 weeks, and Accredo every 2 weeks. Most recently, RxLocal was updated on September 27, 2026 and Accredo on September 27, 2026.
Which is more popular, RxLocal or Accredo?
RxLocal currently peaks at #92 in the App Store charts, and Accredo at #131. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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