Comparison

PerioCalc vs BiteCircle

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

Head to head
About

PerioCalc

This educational tool assists dental students and professionals in understanding and applying the latest periodontal classification guidelines for staging and grading periodontitis and peri-implantitis. It offers instant results for case-based learning, focusing on the 2018 Classification.

Highlights
  • Periodontal classification learning
  • Staging and grading of periodontitis
  • Peri-implantitis classification
  • Case-based learning tool
  • Instant results
  • Based on 2018 Classification
Features
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Learn how to implement the new Periodontal Classification including staging and grading. The PerioCalc is an educational periodontal classification calculator that helps dental students and dentists understand what data to consider and how to use these for staging and grading of periodontitis and peri-implantitis consistent with the latest periodontal classification guidelines. The calculator is brief and efficient and provides an opportunity for case-based learning. Staging and grading is based on the 2018 Classification and results are returned instantly after data input. IMPORTANT NOTE: This calculator is an educational tool and should not be used for patient care, medical decisions or to substitute physician diagnosis.

About

BiteCircle

Features
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BiteCircle – The Premier Community for Dentists BiteCircle is a private community for dental professionals to connect, collaborate, and strengthen expertise in bite correction and patient care. Whether you’re experienced or just starting out, BiteCircle offers a secure space to learn and grow with peers. Key Features: Case Studies – Share real cases and gain insights from colleagues. Collaboration – Engage with leading dentists and specialists. Resources – Access research, techniques, and guides. Secure Network – A trusted platform for professionals only. Download BiteCircle today and join the future of dentistry!

Screenshots

PerioCalc4 screens
BiteCircle3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: BiteCircle at every 2 weeks against PerioCalc's every 3 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

PerioCalc ships an update every 3 months, BiteCircle every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 7, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
PerioCalc versus BiteCircle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPerioCalcBiteCircle
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB386 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperRutgers, The State University of New JerseyMYOHEALTH TECHNOLOGIES, INC

In-app purchases

None

PerioCalc

No in-app purchases

None

BiteCircle

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PerioCalc free?
PerioCalc is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BiteCircle free?
BiteCircle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PerioCalc or BiteCircle have ads?
Neither PerioCalc nor BiteCircle shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PerioCalc or BiteCircle?
PerioCalc ships an update every 3 months, and BiteCircle every 2 weeks. Most recently, PerioCalc was updated on June 7, 2026 and BiteCircle on September 19, 2026.

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