Comparison

SmartDR vs Chart2020 Lite

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

Head to head
About

SmartDR

This application digitalizes a phoropter for ophthalmologists and optometrists. It offers both digital and manual operation modes, wireless data communication, and integrated patient data management. Easily share patient measurements via email or print them using AirPrint.

Highlights
  • Digital and manual phoropter modes
  • Wireless data communication via Bluetooth
  • Integrated measurement data management
  • Email patient data via Wi-Fi
  • AirPrint data printing
  • Remote control of visual acuity charts
Features
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SMART DR19: Digitalized / Manual Phoropter in the palm of your hand! SMART DR19 developed for Ophthalmologists and Optometrists provide High-visibility of Universal U.I design and two types of operation mode - Digital operation mode controlled with simple method and Manual phoropter mode which convergence the advantage of both digital and manual phoropters. Manual phoropter mode is very useful for those who are familiar with manual phoropter. You can use for free if you already have SMART DR13. Features *Easy and Fast control by one step *Wireless data communication and Wireless control between all refraction devices with Bluetooth chip (authorized MFi Manufacturing Licensees, March 2013) *Integrated management of all measurement data (Smart Series) *Email patient’s measurement data via Wi-Fi network. *Print data by AirPrint. Lists of MEDIZS’s Ophthalmic Medical Device supported by this APP. *Smart RK 11 – Send measurement data to APP *Smart CP 11 – By tapping the Controller of App, you can remote the visual acuity chart quick and easy, which reduce the refraction time efficiently. The app provides the 16 steps of standard programs, and also provides 5 types and maximum 20 steps of customized program that can be defined by the user. *Smart DR 13 – Provide two types of operation mode, Digital operation mode & Manual phoropter mode. The app provides various functions; One-touch automatic test window open & close function, measurement of PD value, Monocular test, Wireless control function, presbyopia and near vision tests. *Smart LC 13 - To control fuction for Chart System(LC13/CP13) and Digitalized Refractor(DR19) at once, allows users to experience convenient and speedy refraction. ※ Caution!! If you prescribing glasses or lenses through this device, be sure to seek medical advice.

About

Chart2020 Lite

This app provides a digital eye chart with various testing options, including different chart types and masking features. It offers remote control capabilities via a companion iPhone app or an optional Bluetooth remote, making it suitable for professional and home use.

Highlights
  • Multiple chart types (Sloan/Snellen, Balancing, Astigmatism)
  • Customizable testing distance
  • Variety of letter/number/symbol sets
  • Masking and randomization options
  • Companion iPhone app for remote control
  • Optional Bluetooth remote control
Features
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Chart Types * Sloan / Snellen Charts * Balancing Charts * Astigmatism Charts Chart Features * Set exact testing testing distance * Quickly switch to near distance testing with distance selector * Letters, Numbers, Kids, E, C, HOTV, 6 Global Fonts * 4 Masking options * Randomize letter set Controllers * Control direct on the iPad * Use the companion iPhone app * See the displayed letters on the iPhone (no neck turning) * Control every feature from the iPhone * Order the Bluetooth Remote Control to control with a 6 button controller Uses * Ophthalmologist and Optometrists * Completely mobile for school testing * Emergency Room * Functional Evaluation Capacity for Companies * Home Use * Students The Chart2020 iPad App comes with a 30 day free trial. After this period you may purchase an auto-renewing subscription through an In-App Purchase. (If you do not maintain a subscription you can only use the App for thirty days and then it will expire) • Auto-renewable subscription • 1 month ($29.99) / 1 Year ($199.99) • Your subscription will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Current subscription may not be cancelled during the active subscription period; however, you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your iTunes Account Settings after purchase. http://chart2020.com/privacy-policy https://www.chart2020.com/terms-of-use

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SmartDR at 4.0 against Chart2020 Lite's 1.0. SmartDR also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, ads 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. Chart2020 Lite sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. SmartDR asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SmartDR holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SmartDR ships an update monthly, Chart2020 Lite every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
SmartDR versus Chart2020 Lite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartDRChart2020 Lite
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (4 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4 — better1
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPadiPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size178 MB58 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperMEDIZS Inc.Shemesh Health Solutions PTY Ltd

Customer experience

SmartDR

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

Chart2020 Lite

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

SmartDR

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Chart2020 Lite

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription1 Month trial$7.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription1 Month trial$19.991 Month
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  • Yearly Subscription1 Month trial$149.991 Year

Questions

Is SmartDR free?
SmartDR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Chart2020 Lite free?
Chart2020 Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SmartDR or Chart2020 Lite?
SmartDR is rated higher. SmartDR averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Chart2020 Lite averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do SmartDR or Chart2020 Lite have ads?
Neither SmartDR nor Chart2020 Lite shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SmartDR or Chart2020 Lite?
SmartDR ships an update monthly, and Chart2020 Lite every 3 months. Most recently, SmartDR was updated on October 11, 2026 and Chart2020 Lite on October 14, 2026.

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