Comparison

Medi vs EchoSOS

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

Head to head
About

Medi

Features
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Competitive athletes need to ensure the medications they use do not contain prohibited substances according to the Prohibited List. The same is true for recreational athletes, as they may be subject to anti-doping regulations as well. By means of a mobile application, Swiss Sport Integrity enables access to the Medication Inquiry Service Global DRO for athletes and support personnel. Functions and advantages: • Check for prohibited status of medication from Switzerland and other countries • Simple display of prohibited status, distinguishing «out of competition» and «in competition» • Details on sports-specific characteristics • Details concerning different routes of administration • Information upon classifications of the Prohibited List • PDF download with search details The Swiss Sport Integrity Foundation is the independent center of excellence to fight doping, ethical misconduct and wrongdoing in sport in a sustainable and effective manner.. Global DRO is brought to you through a partnership between the following National Anti-Doping Agencies: Switzerland, United Kingdom, Canada and USA.

About

EchoSOS

This app instantly connects you to the correct emergency service, providing your GPS location and vital medical information to rescuers. It offers a global directory of emergency numbers, an emergency map, and a secure digital pass for critical documents.

Highlights
  • Global emergency number directory
  • Automatic GPS location sharing
  • Emergency map with nearby services
  • Digital emergency pass for medical data
  • Secure storage for important documents
  • Emergency preparedness guide
Features
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EchoSOS instantly connects you to the right emergency service in critical situations. The app automatically displays the appropriate emergency number, transmits your GPS location, and allows you to share important medical information directly with emergency responders. This can save crucial, life-saving minutes. Local emergency numbers worldwide Emergency numbers from over 130 countries are stored in the app. You can always see the relevant numbers for your location on the home screen. Accurate location sharing When you make an emergency call, your GPS location is automatically shared with emergency services. Emergency map The map shows nearby emergency stations, on-call services, and defibrillators. Partner organizations also provide contact and availability details. Digital emergency pass Store important medical information, such as blood type, allergies, or medications, and share it directly with medical personnel in an emergency. Echo Wallet Keep other important documents safely stored in Echo Wallet. Emergency guide Helpful articles and practical tips for medical emergencies. Test function Check in advance that location sharing works smoothly.

Screenshots

Medi4 screens
EchoSOS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: EchoSOS at every 3 months against Medi's every 10 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Medi ships an update every 10 months, EchoSOS every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Medi versus EchoSOS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMediEchoSOS
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—74.2% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB221 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperSwiss Sport IntegrityMobileMed Sarl

In-app purchases

None

Medi

No in-app purchases

None

EchoSOS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Medi free?
Medi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is EchoSOS free?
EchoSOS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Medi or EchoSOS have ads?
Neither Medi nor EchoSOS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Medi or EchoSOS?
Medi ships an update every 10 months, and EchoSOS every 3 months. Most recently, Medi was updated on October 26, 2026 and EchoSOS on October 29, 2026.

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