# Back to Action vs Chronic Insights

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Back to Action at none against Chronic Insights's 2. Back to Action also leads on iOS requirement (7.1 vs 16.0). Chronic Insights's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.0) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 2 months). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Chronic Insights sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Back to Action asks for nothing beyond the download.

Chronic Insights holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Chronic Insights has 64 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of Back to Action's written reviews are positive against 84% of Chronic Insights's.

Back to Action ships an update every 2 months, Chronic Insights every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Back to Action | Chronic Insights |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/back-to-action/id470058141/reviews) | **[4.5 (64 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chronic-insights/id1480121546/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **64** |
| Positive reviews | 76.5% of reviews | **83.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 7 MB | 210 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.1** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Apache Solutions Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/345554764) | [Chronic Insights Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1480121305) |

## What reviewers say

### Back to Action

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/back-to-action/id470058141)

This application offers tailored exercise programs for individuals with Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS). Developed by physiotherapists, it provides guidance on mobility, cardiovascular health, strength, flexibility, and breathing exercises.

**Highlights:** Ankylosing Spondylitis specific exercises, Mobility, cardio, strength, flexibility, breathing, Developed by physiotherapists, Information for gym personnel, Suitable for home or gym use

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Chronic Insights

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chronic-insights/id1480121546)

This app allows users with chronic health conditions to meticulously track symptoms, vital signs, medications, and potential triggers. Visualize your health data with customizable charts and export it for your healthcare providers. Premium features offer advanced pain visualization and environmental data integration.

**Highlights:** Track unlimited symptoms and vitals, Integrate Apple Health data, Visualize data with custom charts, Track medications and triggers, Export data to PDF and spreadsheets, 3D pain visualization (premium), Weather and air quality tracking (premium)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Annual subscription | $30.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Excellent for tracking pain and symptoms
- 🎨 Highly customizable symptom tracking
- 📊 Great for visualizing trends and patterns
- 👨‍⚕️ Useful for communicating with doctors
- 🌟 Innovative 3D pain model

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❓ Not intuitive for some users
- 📚 Requires extensive use of manual
- 🤯 Too much information (TMI) for basic needs
- ☁️ Lacks iCloud backup
- 💰 3D model requires subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Heat map crashes the app
- Charts show dots instead of bars after update
- 3D modeling not functional during trial
- App crashes randomly
- Export feature not loading data

**Requested features**

- iCloud backup option
- Apple Cloud backup integration
- Track menstrual cycle and peri/menopause symptoms
- Guidance notes on feature usage
- Apple Watch integration (for Fitbit users)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Back to Action free?

Back to Action is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Chronic Insights free?

Chronic Insights is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Back to Action or Chronic Insights?

Chronic Insights is rated higher. Back to Action averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Chronic Insights averages 4.5 from 64 ratings.

### Do Back to Action or Chronic Insights have ads?

Neither Back to Action nor Chronic Insights shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Back to Action or Chronic Insights?

Back to Action ships an update every 2 months, and Chronic Insights every 8 days. Most recently, Back to Action was updated on November 1, 2026 and Chronic Insights on November 7, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*