Comparison

iDoc24 vs Model Dermatol

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

Head to head
About

iDoc24

Get anonymous, expert answers for your skin concerns from board-certified dermatologists. This service offers quick responses and is backed by scientific research, providing a convenient alternative to in-person visits.

Highlights
  • Anonymous consultations
  • Board-certified dermatologists
  • Guaranteed response times (8-48 hours)
  • Research-backed service
  • Global service (160+ countries)
  • Wide range of skin concerns addressed
Features
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Online dermatology service iDoc24 is an award-winning app, backed by scientific research studies, with over 300,000 users. Our board-certified dermatologists are still better than any artificial intelligence (AI) dermatology algorithm. We also save you valuable time looking for a ‘Dermatologist near me’. This method can be expensive and the waiting time can be costly to your health. However, consulting a real dermatologist with iDoc24, could not be easier and more effective! Featured on Wired, CNET, USA Today, Forbes and NPR, iDoc24 is one of the original and largest online dermatology services in the world, serving 160+ countries in 7 languages. Our online dermatologists are board-certified, vetted, and trained in teledermatology. This makes them more efficient, accurate and concise when dealing with your skin concerns. This makes them more efficient, accurate and concise when dealing with your skin concerns. Get an expert answer on your skin concern anywhere, anytime, anonymously. Starting at $29.95 (€25/ £20). ***** Why Is iDoc24 So Popular? ***** RESEARCH-BACKED – iDoc24's technology is backed by 4 peer-reviewed scientific papers and in hospitals. 8-HOUR, 24-HOUR and 48-HOUR RESPONSE TIME GUARANTEED - iDoc24 responds within hours. 24/7 online customer support. BOARD-CERTIFIED DERMATOLOGISTS – Dermatologists on iDoc24 are board-certified with over 10 years of specialized training at top medical institutions and vetted by a senior medical advisory board. 100% ANONYMOUS – No registration needed. User data is always kept anonymous, encrypted, and on secure servers. SHARE YOUR ANSWER AND JUMP THE QUEUE – 70% of our users get better with over-the-counter medication. For more serious cases, iDoc24 ­recommends a face-to-face with a dermatologist. Use the app to find a dermatologist, pediatrician and pharmacy near you. With an answer from iDoc24, our users see a dermatologist two weeks faster than the US average of 32 days. Common concerns include: • Acne • Virus Related Skin Diseases • Chilblains • Livedo reticularis • Urticaria • Vasculitis ∙ Eczema ∙ Folliculitis (ingrown hair) ∙ Hives and Allergies ∙ Bug bites and insect bites ∙ Hair loss, alopecia ∙ Skin cancer, moles, changing moles, melanoma, actinic keratosis ∙ Cold sores, fever blisters, herpes simplex virus ∙ Rosacea ∙ Dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, dry scalp, scaly scalp ∙ Dry skin, chapped skin ∙ Psoriasis ∙ Wrinkles and anti-aging skin care ∙ STD (sexually transmitted disease) / STI (sexually transmitted infection) DISCLAIMER Answers provided by iDoc24 dermatologists are for informational purposes only to give you peace of mind and what to do next, since you are anonymous, it does not create a physician-patient relationship, and is not a diagnosis or a treatment plan.

About

Model Dermatol

This AI-powered tool analyzes skin photos to find relevant medical information on potential conditions like warts, melanoma, and rashes. It links to authoritative resources and can classify 186 different skin issues, though it is not a diagnostic app.

Highlights
  • AI-powered photo analysis
  • Searches medical documents
  • Identifies common skin disorders
  • Classifies 186 skin conditions
  • Links to authoritative resources
  • Free to use
Features
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This app brings together skin images and short summaries based on Wikipedia and PubMed, covering common conditions such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, urticaria, fungal infections, and skin cancer including melanoma. The content is kept brief and practical. You can also learn through quizzes on skin cancer and fungal nail infections, and compare your results with those of the general public, medical professionals, and users from different countries. The app is free to use with no ads. The cropped photograph is transferred for cloud analysis, however, we do NOT store your images. * Key Features Skin condition image atlas Practical summaries focused on key points Images and references from Wikipedia and PubMed Quizzes for learning and self-assessment Image-based AI search * Disclaimer It is not intended for diagnosis or medical use. This app is for educational and informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for medical advice. Image-based search results are for reference only and do not replace in-person evaluation.

Screenshots

iDoc244 screens
Model Dermatol4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Model Dermatol at 4.7 against iDoc24's 3.3. Model Dermatol also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. iDoc24 sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Model Dermatol asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Model Dermatol holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Model Dermatol has 32 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of iDoc24's written reviews are positive against 89% of Model Dermatol's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iDoc24 ships an update every 6 weeks, Model Dermatol every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
iDoc24 versus Model Dermatol: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriDoc24Model Dermatol
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (4 ratings)4.7 (32 ratings) — better
Positive reviews71.4% of reviews88.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings432 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 8 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better11.0
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB31 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperiDoc24 IncIderma

Customer experience

iDoc24

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%

Model Dermatol

All ratings32 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral9.4%
Negative3.1%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive88.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.1%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

iDoc24

One-time6
  • iDoc24 Information$25.99
  • iDoc24 Information$26.99
  • iDoc24 Information2 variants$29.99
Show 3 more
  • iDoc24 Information$35.99
  • iDoc24 information$39.99
  • iDoc24 Information$47.99
None

Model Dermatol

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iDoc24 free?
iDoc24 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Model Dermatol free?
Model Dermatol is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iDoc24 or Model Dermatol?
Model Dermatol is rated higher. iDoc24 averages 3.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Model Dermatol averages 4.7 from 32 ratings.
Do iDoc24 or Model Dermatol have ads?
iDoc24 shows ads; Model Dermatol does not.
Which is updated more often, iDoc24 or Model Dermatol?
iDoc24 ships an update every 6 weeks, and Model Dermatol every 8 days. Most recently, iDoc24 was updated on October 21, 2026 and Model Dermatol on October 29, 2026.

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