Comparison

Visual Anatomy vs Skull, Teeth & TMJ

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

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About

Visual Anatomy

Explore detailed 3D anatomical models with interactive muscle action movies and high-resolution images. This educational tool offers Latin names, audio pronunciations, and quizzes for comprehensive learning. It serves as a valuable reference for students and professionals alike.

Highlights
  • 3D rotational models
  • Muscle action movies
  • Latin names and audio pronunciation
  • High-resolution images
  • Interactive selection of feature points
  • Quizzes for learning
  • Offline access
Features
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Interactive reference with muscle action movies, free 1247 Gray's anatomy images add-on, 3D rotational models, full description, Latin names and audio pronunciation. • Winners for 2011-2016 in Best Medical App (awarded by http://bestappever.com) • Visual Anatomy is recommended by top U.S.-licensed doctors on HealthTap (https://www.healthtap.com/#apps/375/promote) • Support English, French, Spanish and German languages OVERVIEW: Visual Anatomy is an interactive reference, and education tool. It contains more than 500 high-resolution images (plus 141 single muscle images) and more than 850 feature points which can be interactively selected. Each feature has its own label and short description. Major muscles have action animations. The app also has search function which can be used as searching the labels of all feature points. In addition, 6 quizzes with 150 multi-choice questions also are included. It also has all Gray's anatomy images for a quick review. ••Differences between paid version and Lite (Free) version•• 1. Paid version has deep muscles and muscle index table with audio. 2. Paid version has more than 40 muscle group action movies. 3. Paid version has more than 100 major muscle action movies. 4. Paid version has more than 200 bone markers. 5. Paid version has audio pronunciation for all anatomy terms. 6. Paid version has 150 more quizzes. 7. Paid version has all 1247 Gray's images. 8. Paid version has physiology animation videos USES: This app’s primary use is as a learning tool but can also be used for any professional who needs the occasional reminder. Additionally, this app is ideal for physicians, educators or professionals, allowing them to visually show detailed areas to their patients or students - helping to educate or explain conditions, ailments and injuries. It can be also used as human anatomy guide or anatomy dictionary. FEATURES: • Latin names • No internet connection is required. • Physiology animation videos • Tap and Pinch Zoom - zoom into and identify any region, bone or other feature by tapping on the screen. • 3D rotational models • Quick Navigation - jump to a different system or organ by selecting the thumbnail. • Great for learning anatomy and physiology • Audio: Pronunciation guide for all anatomy terms. • High-resolution images. • Free periodic updates. CONTENTS: 1. Organ 3D overview 2. One of main sections - Muscles. It have 145 muscles including full description (ORIGIN, INSERTION, NERVE, ACTIONS) and cover all superficial muscles and most of deep muscles. A muscle index table with 145 single muscle images. 3. One of main sections - Bones with some bone markers. Skeleton overview, Skull, Inferior and Superior skull,Neck Bones, Spinal Column, Ribs, Pelvic Girdle, Hand Bones, Foot Bones. It also includes ligaments in knee, shoulder and ankle joints. 4. Respiratory System(overview), Lung, 5. Digestive System(overview), Liver, 6. Urinary System, 7. Nervous System(overview), Brain, Central Nervous System, 8. Reproductive System (Male and female), 9. Senses (Finger, Hand, Ear ,Mouth, Nasal Cavity, Nose, Tongue,Human Denture) 10. Circulatory system. (Principle Veins and Arteries, Heart Anatomy, Head vessels) 11. Endocrine System (overview) 12. Lymphatic system 12. 6 quizzes with 150 multi-choice questions 13. 1247 Gray's anatomy images. SEARCH: When you input more than one characters, the search function automatically gives a list of potential key words. You can just select one of them from the list. The result will be the feature point on the anatomy image and label. FEEDBACK: I'm open to suggestions so don't hesitate to send me an e-mail if you have some feedback. Email: imagemagicstudio@gmail.com

About

Skull, Teeth & TMJ

Explore the intricate anatomy and biomechanics of the skull, jaw, and TMJ with detailed 3D models and interactive diagrams. Visualize bone, muscle, and ligament structures, and understand jaw movement patterns. Includes informative articles and a complete set of permanent teeth for comprehensive learning.

Highlights
  • High-quality 3D anatomical models
  • Interactive envelope of motion diagrams
  • Ability to hide/isolate anatomical structures
  • Realistic TMJ capsule and disc visualization
  • Informative articles from anatomystandard.com
  • Examination of permanent teeth set
  • Adjustable light source for visualization
Features
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Skull, Teeth & TMJ app is an outstanding resource for exploring the anatomy and biomechanics of the skull, jaw, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ). This comprehensive tool provides you with access to a range of features, including: • High-quality 3D models of the bones, muscles, and ligaments of the jaw that allow you to examine them in detail. • Interactive envelope of motion diagrams, including Posselt's envelope of motion diagram, that help you explore the biomechanics of the lower jaw and its movement patterns. • The ability to hide or isolate separate anatomical structures and use cross-section tools to examine the anatomy more closely. • Realistic visualization of the TMJ capsule and disc's motion that can be challenging to visualize using traditional resources. • Access to informative articles from anatomystandard.com that further enhance your understanding of the subject. • Examination of a complete set of permanent teeth with ideal alignment and bite, which helps you understand the form and function of teeth in the mouth. • The ability to adjust the direction of the light source to improve your visualization of the anatomy. Whether you're a student, healthcare professional, or simply interested in learning more about the anatomy of the Skull, Teeth & TMJ, this app is an excellent resource. Its comprehensive range of features and detailed visualizations make it an invaluable tool for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of this complex subject.

Screenshots

Visual Anatomy4 screens
Skull, Teeth & TMJ4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Visual Anatomy at $2.99 against Skull, Teeth & TMJ's $19.99. Visual Anatomy also leads on review sentiment (81% vs 47%) and ratings volume (566 vs 23). On rating, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

Visual Anatomy costs $2.99 and Skull, Teeth & TMJ $19.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Visual Anatomy against 4.8 for Skull, Teeth & TMJ. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Visual Anatomy has 566 ratings behind it against 23, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 81% of Visual Anatomy's written reviews are positive against 47% of Skull, Teeth & TMJ's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Visual Anatomy versus Skull, Teeth & TMJ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVisual AnatomySkull, Teeth & TMJ
Price$2.99 — better$19.99
Rating4.7 (566 ratings)4.8 (23 ratings) — better
Positive reviews81.1% of reviews — better46.7% of reviews
Number of ratings566 — better23
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 10 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreemium — betterPaid
Best chart rank#188 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size281 MB250 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperEducation MobileAnatomy Standard

Customer experience

Visual Anatomy

All ratings562 ratings
Positive96.8%
Neutral1.8%
Negative1.4%
Written reviews318 reviews
Positive81.1%
Neutral7.5%
Negative11.3%

Skull, Teeth & TMJ

All ratings23 ratings
Positive95.7%
Neutral4.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive46.7%
Neutral13.3%
Negative40.0%

In-app purchases

None

Visual Anatomy

No in-app purchases

None

Skull, Teeth & TMJ

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Visual Anatomy free?
Visual Anatomy costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Skull, Teeth & TMJ free?
Skull, Teeth & TMJ costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Visual Anatomy or Skull, Teeth & TMJ?
Skull, Teeth & TMJ is rated higher. Visual Anatomy averages 4.7 out of 5 from 566 ratings, while Skull, Teeth & TMJ averages 4.8 from 23 ratings.
Do Visual Anatomy or Skull, Teeth & TMJ have ads?
Neither Visual Anatomy nor Skull, Teeth & TMJ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Visual Anatomy or Skull, Teeth & TMJ?
Visual Anatomy ships an update every 10 months, and Skull, Teeth & TMJ every 10 months. Most recently, Visual Anatomy was updated on November 6, 2026 and Skull, Teeth & TMJ on November 7, 2026.

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