# Headache tracker vs Achy

The clearest difference is update cadence: Headache tracker at every 2 days against Achy's every 5 months. Headache tracker also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.0). Achy's advantage is ratings volume (18 vs 1). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Headache tracker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Achy sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Headache tracker against 4.9 for Achy. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Achy has 18 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Headache tracker ships an update every 2 days, Achy every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Headache tracker | Achy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/headache-tracker-daily-log/id6478564271/reviews)** | [4.9 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/achy-headache-tracker/id6550894097/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **18** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 21 MB | 69 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.4** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Geert van Drunen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1529935569) | [Atom Spark Software, LLC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1757755518) |

## What reviewers say

### Headache tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/headache-tracker-daily-log/id6478564271)

This app helps you understand and manage headaches by tracking symptoms, identifying triggers, and monitoring relief methods. Gain insights into your headache patterns to improve communication with healthcare professionals and take control of your well-being.

**Highlights:** Identify Triggers, Migraine Diary, Symptom Log, Quick Entry, Insightful Analytics, Export Logs, Monitor Treatment Effectiveness

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Quarterly Subscription | $8.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly Subscription | $19.99 | per year |


### Achy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/achy-headache-tracker/id6550894097)

Easily track headache occurrences, symptoms, and potential triggers. Visualize your data with charts and graphs, and generate PDF reports for your healthcare provider. Customize the app to suit your needs and maintain a detailed headache log.

**Highlights:** Headache tracking and logging, Customizable variables, Data visualization with charts, PDF report generation, Calendar view, Data import and export

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Wellness Warrior | $4.99 | per year |
| Migraine Maverick | $9.99 | per year |
| Headache Hero | $19.99 | per year |
| Relief Supporter | $0.99 | one-time |
| Comfort Contributor | $2.99 | one-time |
| Pain Relief Partner | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Headache tracker free?

Headache tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Achy free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Headache tracker or Achy?

Headache tracker is rated higher. Headache tracker averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Achy averages 4.9 from 18 ratings.

### Do Headache tracker or Achy have ads?

Neither Headache tracker nor Achy shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Headache tracker or Achy?

Headache tracker ships an update every 2 days, and Achy every 5 months. Most recently, Headache tracker was updated on October 8, 2026 and Achy on October 12, 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.*
