Comparison

As Needed. vs CoreTell

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

Head to head
About

As Needed.

This app helps you track as-needed medications, offering quick logging, safe dose spacing, and privacy-focused insights. It supports various unit types and provides visual usage patterns, all while keeping your health data securely on your device.

Highlights
  • Quick dose logging in seconds
  • Support for 29 unit types
  • Searchable medication database
  • Visual usage pattern charts
  • Privacy-conscious notifications
  • Siri Shortcuts integration
  • Local data storage only
Features
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Track As-Needed Medications with Privacy and Confidence AsNeeded is the privacy-first medication tracker designed specifically for PRN (as-needed) medications. Whether managing pain relief, anxiety medications, allergies, or any other as-needed prescriptions, AsNeeded helps you track doses safely—while keeping your health data completely private. Built for As-Needed Medications Unlike apps focused on daily medication schedules, AsNeeded understands the unique challenges of PRN medications. Quick logging, safe spacing between doses, and clear insights help you make informed decisions about when to take your next dose. Key Features Quick Dose Logging: - Log medications in seconds with one tap - Support for 29 unit types (tablets, mg, mL, puffs, drops, and more) - Smart defaults remember your typical doses - Backdate doses when you forget to log immediately - Add notes to track symptoms or side effects Medication Management: - Search 300,000+ medications via RxNorm integration - Use custom nicknames alongside clinical names - Track inventory and set refill reminders - Support for all dosage forms and strengths Powerful Insights: - Visual charts reveal usage patterns over time - Calendar heatmap shows daily medication habits - Statistics display average usage and trends - Searchable history of all medication events Reminders: - Flexible scheduling: one-time, daily, weekly, or custom - Privacy-conscious notifications (hide medication names) - Quick actions: "Mark as Taken" directly from notification - Gentle reminders that respect your preferences Siri Shortcuts: "Hey Siri, I took 2 ibuprofen" "How much acetaminophen have I taken today?" "List my medications in AsNeeded" True Privacy: - All data stored locally on your device only - No account required—start using immediately - No cloud sync, servers, or data collection - No ads, analytics, or tracking of any kind - Export your data anytime in JSON format - Open source code you can inspect (GPL-3.0) Perfect For: - Pain management (track intervals between doses) - Anxiety/panic medications (log as-needed usage) - Allergy medications (monitor seasonal patterns) - Migraine treatments (identify triggers) - Sleep aids (track effectiveness) - Any PRN or as-needed prescription Why Choose AsNeeded? - Privacy First: Your health data never leaves your device. No servers, no cloud, no company has access to your information. - Always Free: Every feature is free forever. No premium tiers, no subscriptions, no ads. Supported by optional tips only. - Open Source: Transparent development. Review our code on GitHub. Community-driven improvements. - Thoughtful Design: Clean, modern interface built with SwiftUI. Supports Dark Mode, Dynamic Type, and VoiceOver. - Reliable: Offline-first design means AsNeeded works anywhere, anytime. No internet required. Additional Features - Apple Watch companion app for quick logging - Data export/import for backups - Technical logs for troubleshooting - Comprehensive medication event history - Support for complex dosing scenarios AsNeeded respects both your health and your privacy. It's the medication tracker that works the way as-needed medications actually work—quick to log, clear about safety, and completely private. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Medical Disclaimer: This app is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read in this app. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services immediately.

About

CoreTell

Easily log symptoms, identify health patterns, and generate reports for your doctor. Understand your well-being with daily insights and personalized health tips. Integrates with Apple Health for a comprehensive view.

Highlights
  • Quick symptom logging with intensity and notes
  • Daily dashboard with insights
  • Trend charts (7-day free, 30-day premium)
  • Health data integration with Apple Health
  • Generate and share doctor reports (premium)
  • Personalized health tips (premium)
Features
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Walk into your next appointment with a one-page summary your doctor will actually read. CoreTell is a symptom tracker built for people living with chronic illness. Log what you feel in seconds, watch the patterns come into focus, and turn months of scattered symptoms into a clean PDF report you can hand to your doctor. Built for fibromyalgia, migraines, IBS, endometriosis, POTS, lupus, autoimmune conditions, and undiagnosed chronic symptoms. Key Features Quick Symptom Logging: Record what you feel, when you feel it, with intensity and notes. Daily Dashboard: See today's logs and insights at a glance. Trend Charts: Free users can view 7-day charts; Premium unlocks 30-day views for deeper patterns. Daily Insights: CoreTell highlights changes, such as rising symptom intensity over several days. Medication Tracking: Keep your medications and reminders in one place alongside your symptoms. Health Tips: Daily reminders for hydration, sleep, stress management, and more. Personalized tips are available in Premium. Health Data Integration: Connect Apple Health to include steps, heart rate, and sleep for a fuller picture. Doctor Reports: Generate and share a PDF summary of your recent logs and trends, perfect for your next appointment (Premium feature). Push Alerts: Get reminders if you forget to log or if a symptom crosses a high-severity threshold. Referral Program: Invite friends with your unique link. Both of you benefit when they join. Support: Free users receive a 48-hour response time; Premium users get faster replies (12-hour). Plans & Pricing Free Plan: Unlimited symptom logging, 7-day charts, daily insights, generic health tips, and email support. Premium Plan ($4.99/month): 30-day charts and advanced insights Personalized health tips Doctor Report PDF export Faster support response Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage your subscription in your App Store account settings after purchase. Privacy & Security Your health data is private and stays under your control. CoreTell uses Firebase and Apple HealthKit with secure, encrypted connections. You can delete your data at any time from within the app. Privacy Policy: https://sketchmyapp.com/coretell/privacy Terms of Service: https://sketchmyapp.com/coretell/terms

Screenshots

As Needed.4 screens
CoreTell4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: As Needed. at 6 against CoreTell's 1. CoreTell's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. As Needed. sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and CoreTell sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for As Needed. against 5.0 for CoreTell. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: As Needed. has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

As Needed. ships an update every 2 months, CoreTell every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
As Needed. versus CoreTell: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAs Needed.CoreTell
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (6 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS26.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB26 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperDaniel HartJames Pelton

Customer experience

As Needed.

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

CoreTell

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

In-app purchases

6 purchases

As Needed.

Subscriptions3
  • Supporter$1.991 Month
  • Advocate$4.991 Month
  • Champion$9.991 Month
One-time3
  • Tip: Thanks!$0.99
  • Tip: Cheers!$2.99
  • Tip: Ovation!$4.99
2 purchases

CoreTell

Subscriptions2
  • CoreTell Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
  • CoreTell Premium Annual$39.991 Year

Questions

Is As Needed. free?
As Needed. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CoreTell free?
CoreTell is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, As Needed. or CoreTell?
As Needed. and CoreTell are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 6 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do As Needed. or CoreTell have ads?
Neither As Needed. nor CoreTell shows ads.
Which is updated more often, As Needed. or CoreTell?
As Needed. ships an update every 2 months, and CoreTell every 3 months. Most recently, As Needed. was updated on October 24, 2026 and CoreTell on October 19, 2026.

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