Comparison

Capillus vs Formula Sift

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

Head to head
About

Capillus

This app enhances your hair regrowth journey by integrating with a red light therapy cap. It offers tracking tools, Bluetooth connectivity, and progress photo capabilities to help you stay consistent and monitor your results.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth connectivity with therapy cap
  • Daily treatment tracking
  • Progress photo documentation
  • Customizable reminders
  • Hair care tips and support
Features
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Your hair regrowth journey, tracked in one place. The Capillus App connects to your Capillus Red Light Therapy Cap over Bluetooth and gives you everything you need to stay consistent with your treatment, from session timers to progress photos. TREATMENT TRACKER Connect your cap via Bluetooth, start your 6-minute session, and let the app log it. Every completed session is automatically recorded in your weekly and monthly calendar, so you always know exactly where you stand. The recommended protocol is one session per day, and the app helps you stick to it. PROGRESS TRACKER Take high-quality progress photos from four different angles: crown, temples, and front hairline, and the app organizes them into albums automatically. Compare before-and-after photos side by side to see your own regrowth journey unfold over time. STAY ON TRACK Personalize your account settings, manage treatment reminders, and get hair care tips designed to help you get the most out of every session. BACKED BY FDA-CLEARED TECHNOLOGY Capillus laser caps use FDA-cleared, clinically studied red light therapy (low-level laser therapy) to support hair regrowth. The Capillus App works with Bluetooth-enabled Capillus devices to help you track your treatment and stay consistent. Learn more at capillus.com. Individual results may vary. The information provided in this app is not medical advice, consult a physician regarding any medical concerns.

About

Formula Sift

Features
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Formula Sift reads the ingredient list with you. Find a product by name, brand or barcode, and its formula opens in label order. Each ingredient comes with what it does, a clear definition, and the regulations that mention it in the EU, China, ASEAN, Japan, Korea and Canada. AT A GLANCE See whether a formula contains fragrance, alcohol, essential oils, colorants, preservatives, acids, retinoids, chemical sunscreens, silicones, mineral oil or sulfates. FOR EVERYONE AT HOME Give each person a profile: the ingredients they look out for, skin concerns, pregnancy or breastfeeding, and anything they would rather avoid. Every product is then checked against each profile, with a reason for every note. ALSO • More than 280,000 products and 40,000 ingredients, in English and Chinese • Directions, warnings, shelf life, SPF and PA, as printed on the label • Ingredients by INCI name, common name or CAS number • A collection for the products you return to FORMULA SIFT PRO Pro opens complete ingredient lists, the ingredients behind each check, and profile checks for your family. Searching, ingredient pages and regulatory information remain free. Important: Formula Sift is built for cosmetic ingredient review and personal preference tracking. It is not medical advice, diagnosis, or a substitute for professional guidance. Ingredient suitability can depend on concentration, product type, regulation, personal sensitivity, and actual use. By using this app, you agree to Apple's Standard End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Capillus4 screens
Formula Sift4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Capillus at none against Formula Sift's 3. Capillus also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, 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. Formula Sift sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Capillus asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Capillus ships an update weekly, Formula Sift every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Capillus versus Formula Sift: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCapillusFormula Sift
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.9 (30 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews27.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings30 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCapillus占辉 百

In-app purchases

None

Capillus

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Formula Sift

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium Membership$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium Membership$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$59.99

Questions

Is Capillus free?
Capillus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Formula Sift free?
Formula Sift is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Capillus or Formula Sift have ads?
Neither Capillus nor Formula Sift shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Capillus or Formula Sift?
Capillus ships an update weekly, and Formula Sift every 5 days. Most recently, Capillus was updated on September 25, 2026 and Formula Sift on September 29, 2026.

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