Comparison

RxLocal vs PetOne Vet

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

PetOne Vet

Manage your pet's health with reminders for appointments, vaccinations, and preventatives. Book and view appointments 24/7, and message your clinic directly for updates and check-ins. Simplify pet parenting with ease and peace of mind.

Highlights
  • Health reminders (appointments, vaccinations)
  • 24/7 appointment booking
  • View appointment details
  • Direct clinic messaging
  • Pet wellness tracking
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Let us take care of the care, so you can focus more on the loving part. • Manage your pet's health needs with our fantastic reminders. From appointments to vaccinations, preventatives, and beyond, we've got your pet's wellness in mind. • Book appointments anytime, anywhere! We've got you covered, 24/7. • View appointment details wherever you are! Stay in the loop and keep up with your pet's schedule effortlessly. It's pet care made easy! • Need updates or want to connect with your clinic? Message them directly to stay informed, complete check-ins, book appointments, and so much more. We're here for you and your pet’s! It makes being a pet parent just a little bit simpler, providing ease, convenience, and peace of mind. Download the app and get started today.

Screenshots

RxLocal4 screens
PetOne Vet4 screens

Verdict

The call

RxLocal and PetOne Vet both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 62% of PetOne Vet's written reviews are positive against 28% of RxLocal's. RxLocal's advantage is ratings volume (78K vs 2.7K). On price, rating, update cadence 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

PetOne Vet holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RxLocal has 78K ratings behind it against 2.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of RxLocal's written reviews are positive against 62% of PetOne Vet's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RxLocal ships an update every 5 weeks, PetOne Vet every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
RxLocal versus PetOne Vet: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRxLocalPetOne Vet
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (78K ratings)4.9 (2.7K ratings) — better
Positive reviews28.1% of reviews62.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings78K — better2.7K
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank#76 — better#174
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB44 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperPioneerRx, LLCNational Veterinary Associates Inc.

Customer experience

RxLocal

All ratings74,646 ratings
Positive94.5%
Neutral2.2%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews1,049 reviews
Positive28.1%
Neutral7.9%
Negative64.0%

PetOne Vet

All ratings2,681 ratings
Positive96.9%
Neutral0.9%
Negative2.2%
Written reviews92 reviews
Positive62.0%
Neutral4.3%
Negative33.7%

User reviews

RxLocal

From 78K 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

PetOne Vet

From 2.7K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Excellent customer service
  • 👍 Caring and compassionate staff
  • 👍 User-friendly app
  • 👍 Convenient appointment booking
  • 👍 Helpful and informative

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Unable to edit appointment notes
  • 🐛 Limited pet options
  • 🐛 Accessibility issues for visually impaired users
  • 🐛 Inability to view pet records
  • 🐛 Enrollment and account management issues

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

PetOne Vet

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Appointment booking errors
  • Password reset functionality not working
  • Account creation issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add follow-up appointment option
  • Improve accessibility for visually impaired users
  • Allow viewing of pet records and lab work
  • Expand pet options beyond cats and dogs

In-app purchases

None

RxLocal

No in-app purchases

None

PetOne Vet

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RxLocal free?
RxLocal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PetOne Vet free?
PetOne Vet is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RxLocal or PetOne Vet?
PetOne Vet is rated higher. RxLocal averages 4.7 out of 5 from 78K ratings, while PetOne Vet averages 4.9 from 2.7K ratings.
Do RxLocal or PetOne Vet have ads?
Neither RxLocal nor PetOne Vet shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RxLocal or PetOne Vet?
RxLocal ships an update every 5 weeks, and PetOne Vet every 3 weeks. Most recently, RxLocal was updated on October 29, 2026 and PetOne Vet on October 27, 2026.
Which is more popular, RxLocal or PetOne Vet?
RxLocal currently peaks at #76 in the App Store charts, and PetOne Vet at #174. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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