Comparison

Acupuncture Tools vs Distrack

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

Head to head
About

Acupuncture Tools

This app provides acupuncturists with a comprehensive suite of tools for TCM, Five Element, and Dr. Tan's Balance Method. It includes AI pattern determination, symptom and condition indexes, and substance searches. Offline functionality ensures accessibility for practitioners.

Highlights
  • AI pattern determination
  • Symptom and condition indexes
  • Five Element theory tools
  • Dr. Tan's Balance Method calculations
  • Substance search (salts, homeopathy, Ayurveda, TCM foods)
  • Offline functionality
Features
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This App has tools that are useful to acupuncturists, both from a TCM, "Five Element" (5E), Japanese and Dr Tan background. a) For TCM there is a simple list of point categories like Yuan Source, Xi Cleft, Shu Points. It also has an AI Chat service which helps determine involved patterns. It also has a BaGua AI service, though this is in Beta. There are pages for: * Sign and Symptoms. * Pathology Diagrams * Extraordinary Channels * Conditions Points (a large index) b) For Five Elements it has tools for the following theories: * Transfer of Qi, * Four Needles, * Aggressive Energy, * Possession, * Husband-Wife, * Entry-Exit blocks. c) Dr. Richard Tan's acupuncture system, often referred to as "Balance Method" or "Dr. Tan's Balance Method," is a unique approach to acupuncture that focuses on achieving quick and effective results. Dr. Tan's Balance Method is known for its systematic approach to diagnosis and treatment, often resulting in quick pain relief and improvement in various conditions. It combines traditional Chinese medicine principles with modern insights into the body's energy systems. This app calculates global balance, seasonal balance and meridian conversion. Once installed, no internet connection is necessary. The app is created in the spirit of generosity of Dr Tan. d) Substances - salts, homeopathy, Ayurveda and TCM foods. There is a search engine that searches across all these categories. The substances are not harmful. TCM foods and Ayrveda substances can be bought in supermarkets. Do let me know if there are other calculations that might benefit acupuncturists.

About

Distrack

This app helps you understand and reduce mindless phone scrolling. It tracks distractions in real-time, identifies triggers, and builds focus habits. Reclaim your time and boost productivity with actionable insights.

Highlights
  • Intuitive distraction tracking
  • Deep insights and trends
  • Identify distraction triggers
  • Focus streaks
  • Pomodoro timer
  • Privacy-focused data storage
Features
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Stop Mindless Scrolling. Reclaim Your Focus with Distrack. How many times a day do you pick up your phone "just for a second" and find yourself lost in a scroll hole 20 minutes later? Most screen time apps just tell you what you did; Distrack helps you understand why you’re doing it and helps you stop. Distrack is the ultimate distraction tracker designed for those who want to be more intentional with their technology. Whether you have ADHD, a demanding job, or just want to spend more time in the real world, Distrack is your second brain for focus. WHY DISTRACK? - Modern apps are designed to be addictive. Distrack gives you the upper hand by turning "passive scrolling" into "active awareness." By tracking distractions in real-time, you build the mental muscle to stay on task and finish your day feeling accomplished, not drained. KEY FEATURES - Intuitive Distraction Tracking: Quickly log when you've been pulled away from your work with a single tap (just use your Apple Watch) - Deep Insights & Trends: See exactly which habits are stealing your time with daily and weekly breakdown reports. - Identify Your Triggers: Log your mood and environment to find out why you get distracted—is it stress, boredom, or anxiety? - Focus Streaks: Build a "Focus Habit" by maintaining daily streaks of reduced distractions. - Pomodoro Timer: Use the Pomodoro Timer to track which task you were doing - Privacy First: Your data stays on your device. We believe your focus habits are your business, no one else’s. WHO IS IT FOR? - Students: Stay in "The Flow" while studying and crush your exams. - Professionals: Increase your billable hours and finish your to-do list faster. - ADHD Minds: Use structured tracking to manage impulsivity and stay organized. - Digital Minimalists: Reduce your dependence on dopamine-looping apps. BENEFITS YOU’LL FEEL: - Save Time: Most users save at least 1 hour per day by cutting out "ghost" phone usage. - Reduce Stress: End the day feeling in control rather than overwhelmed. - Better Sleep: Curb late-night scrolling and improve your sleep hygiene. - Enhanced Productivity: Get more done in less time with higher quality focus. Take back control of your attention today. Download Distrack and start your journey toward a more focused, intentional life. CONNECT WITH US Have ideas on how to make Distrack even better? Whether it’s a new feature request or feedback on your experience, we want to hear from you! Join us in our mission to build the world’s best distraction tracker and help everyone stop distractions for good. - Email: sydertec@gmail.com - Instagram: @sydertec - X (Twitter): @sydertec Legal - Terms of Use: https://sydertec.de/#tou - Privacy Policy: https://sydertec.de/#pp

Screenshots

Acupuncture Tools4 screens
Distrack4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Acupuncture Tools at none against Distrack's 5. Acupuncture Tools also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). Distrack's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly 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. Distrack sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Acupuncture Tools asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Acupuncture Tools ships an update every 3 months, Distrack fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on August 9, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Acupuncture Tools versus Distrack: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAcupuncture ToolsDistrack
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB72 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperJon LokenManuel Reindl

Customer experience

Acupuncture Tools

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Distrack

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Acupuncture Tools

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Distrack

Subscriptions3
  • Distrack Plus Monthly3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Distrack Plus Yearly3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Distrack Plus Yearly7 Days trial2 variants$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Distrack$19.99

Questions

Is Acupuncture Tools free?
Acupuncture Tools is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Distrack free?
Distrack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Acupuncture Tools or Distrack have ads?
Neither Acupuncture Tools nor Distrack shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Acupuncture Tools or Distrack?
Acupuncture Tools ships an update every 3 months, and Distrack fortnightly. Most recently, Acupuncture Tools was updated on August 9, 2026 and Distrack on September 9, 2026.

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