Comparison

SOAP Notes vs Medical Scribe

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

Head to head
About

SOAP Notes

This app helps healthcare professionals quickly and accurately record patient visit notes in the SOAP format. It offers features like customizable stamps, image drawing, and secure data management, all while maintaining HIPAA compliance.

Highlights
  • HIPAA Compliant
  • Customizable stamps for quick entries
  • Image drawing on body backgrounds
  • Attachable patient documents
  • Secure data syncing via iCloud
  • Encrypted PDF exports
Features
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SOAP Notes is a robust patient manager app that is specifically designed to allow for quick, accurate SOAP Notes for each patient's visit. SOAP Notes is ideal for any person who must manage detailed notes for each patient visit and needs an app that will enter the notes quickly, and accurately. Specifically, built with massage therapists and chiropractors in mind, but anyone needing to take SOAP format notes will benefit using SOAP Notes. Features: - HIPPA Compliant (Encrypted database, encrypted passcode, device syncing protected by SSL encryption, and stored, encrypted on iCloud) - Connection to the internet not required to use the app (some features, i.e. cloud syncing require a data connection) -100% customizable "stamps" that enter common phrases and sentences with one tap - Image Drawing - draw over 4 different body image backgrounds to add supplemental information to the visit note. - Custom patient fields - enter the information that you need for every patient - Keep all patient documents in one place. Attachable documents for patient (png, pdf, txt, rtf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, numbers, and pages files supported.) - Sync data between devices using your iCloud account - Encrypted (optional) pdf exports with patient and/or visit information for easy billing and record keeping - Record important patient information (address, phone, email, marital status, occupation, emergency contact information, insurance provider/expiration) - password protected (must enter passcode every time the app is opened) - Mass email all patients feature. (All patients are BCC'd to ensure patient privacy) - Contact patient via email or phone directly in the app --- SOAP Notes requires a subscription to save new data. Data created will always be available, regardless of subscription status. -- SOAP Notes Basic Subscription includes: * Unlimited patients and visits * Unlimited devices * Unlimited data syncing (devices must be using the same Apple ID) * Regular updates and additional new functionality and features at no extra cost * Prompt customer service direct from the developers Subscription options include $9.99/mo, $26.99/qtr or $99.99/yr Price may vary by location -- Subscriptions will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage your subscription on the support page in SOAP Notes or in the App Store app under Account Settings for your Apple ID. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period for the same price unless notified otherwise. Changing your subscription during a trial will forfeit any remaining trial time. Data and privacy policy: https://www.eclectic-dna.com/iOS_Apps/soapnotes_privacy.html Terms of Service: https://www.eclectic-dna.com/iOS_Apps/soapnotes_tos.html

About

Medical Scribe

This app uses AI to transcribe patient visits and automatically generate structured SOAP notes. It enhances documentation efficiency and accuracy for healthcare professionals, offering HIPAA-compliant security and EHR integration.

Highlights
  • Automatic voice-to-text transcription
  • Intelligent SOAP note generation
  • Patient management
  • HIPAA-compliant security
  • EHR system integration
  • Customizable templates
  • Cloud-based access
Features
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Transcribe and generate your SOAP notes by recording your patient visits, enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of your medical documentation. Key Features: 1. Automatic Voice-to-Text Transcription: Medical Scribe uses advanced speech recognition technology to accurately transcribe conversations between healthcare providers and patients in real-time. This feature ensures that every detail of the patient visit is captured without the need for manual note-taking. 2. Intelligent SOAP Note Generation: The app intelligently converts transcribed conversations into structured SOAP (Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan) notes. It identifies and organizes key information such as symptoms, diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up instructions, streamlining the documentation process. 3. Patient management: Add patients to include name, gender, pronouns, birthdate in generated notes. 4. HIPAA-Compliant Security: Recognizing the importance of patient privacy, Medical Scribe is built with HIPAA-compliant security measures. This ensures that all patient information is securely stored and protected, maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and data integrity. 5. Seamless Integration with EHR Systems: The app is designed to integrate effortlessly with existing Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, allowing for easy transfer of SOAP notes and patient data. This integration facilitates a unified and efficient workflow, reducing the administrative burden on healthcare providers. 6. Customizable Templates: Medical Scribe offers customizable SOAP note templates to suit different medical specialties and individual preferences. This feature allows healthcare providers to tailor the documentation to their specific needs and practice style. 7. Cloud-Based Access: With cloud-based storage, Medical Scribe provides secure and convenient access to patient notes from any location. Healthcare providers can review and edit notes on-the-go, ensuring timely and accurate documentation. 8. Time-Saving Efficiency: By automating the documentation process, Medical Scribe significantly reduces the time spent on writing notes, allowing healthcare providers to focus more on patient care and less on administrative tasks. Ideal for: Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and other healthcare professionals who seek to improve the efficiency and quality of their patient documentation process. Conclusion: Medical Scribe is more than just an app; it's a comprehensive solution that empowers healthcare providers to deliver better care while managing their documentation needs effectively. Embrace the future of medical documentation with Medical Scribe – where technology meets healthcare excellence. https://medicalscribe.app/privacy https://medicalscribe.app/terms

Screenshots

SOAP Notes4 screens
Medical Scribe4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Medical Scribe at free with in-app purchases against SOAP Notes's subscription. Medical Scribe also leads on review sentiment (83% vs 56%) and chart position (#194 vs unranked). SOAP Notes's advantage is ratings volume (389 vs 17) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17). 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. SOAP Notes sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Medical Scribe sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $49.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for SOAP Notes against 4.8 for Medical Scribe. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SOAP Notes has 389 ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 56% of SOAP Notes's written reviews are positive against 83% of Medical Scribe's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SOAP Notes ships an update fortnightly, Medical Scribe every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
SOAP Notes versus Medical Scribe: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSOAP NotesMedical Scribe
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (389 ratings)4.8 (17 ratings) — better
Positive reviews55.8% of reviews83.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings389 — better17
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank—#194 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS11.0 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB105 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperEclectic DNA, LLCLeveled Platforms, Inc

Customer experience

SOAP Notes

All ratings389 ratings
Positive93.1%
Neutral3.6%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews95 reviews
Positive55.8%
Neutral14.7%
Negative29.5%

Medical Scribe

All ratings17 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.9%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

Bugs and requests

SOAP Notes

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Crashes and freezes
  • Data sync issues between devices
  • Inability to delete or edit documents
  • Unreliable backup and restore functionality
  • Compatibility problems with iOS updates

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add intake forms
  • Ability to add client alerts (allergies, conditions, etc.)
  • Improve export/backup options
  • Expand drawing capabilities
  • Integrate with other practice management tools
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  • Make app compatible with MacBooks

Medical Scribe

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

SOAP Notes

Subscriptions3
  • Soap Notes Basic Service7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Soap Notes Basic Service7 Days trial$26.993 Months
  • Soap Notes Basic Service7 Days trial$99.991 Year
2 purchases

Medical Scribe

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$49.991 Month
  • Yearly$499.991 Year

Questions

Is SOAP Notes free?
SOAP Notes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Medical Scribe free?
Medical Scribe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SOAP Notes or Medical Scribe?
Medical Scribe is rated higher. SOAP Notes averages 4.7 out of 5 from 389 ratings, while Medical Scribe averages 4.8 from 17 ratings.
Do SOAP Notes or Medical Scribe have ads?
Neither SOAP Notes nor Medical Scribe shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SOAP Notes or Medical Scribe?
SOAP Notes ships an update fortnightly, and Medical Scribe every 2 weeks. Most recently, SOAP Notes was updated on September 23, 2026 and Medical Scribe on September 9, 2026.

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