Comparison

Plack vs PlastIQ

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

Head to head
About

Plack

Empower yourself to identify and understand microplastic content in everyday products. Scan items or search for insights into harmful substances, track your exposure, and make informed choices for better well-being.

Highlights
  • Scan products for microplastics
  • Detect Phthalates and Bisphenols
  • Understand exposure and health impact
  • Track microplastic footprint
  • Personalized tracking and saved history
  • Access news dashboard (Pro)
Features
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Plack: Microplastics Scanner Every day, you unknowingly come into contact with Microplastics lurking in the food that you eat. But what if you had the power to uncover what’s hidden beneath the surface? Plack is your personal microplastic detective—empowering you to make informed choices on what you put into your body. By simply scanning an item, Plack provides instant insights into its microplastic content, helping you take control of your exposure and prioritize your well-being. How It Works: 1. Scan or Search: Snap a photo, upload an image, or scan a barcode to detect Phthalates, Bisphenols, and other harmful substitutes in the product. 2. Understand Your Exposure: Get a clear, personalized breakdown of microplastic content and what it means for your health. 3. Track Your Progress: Save and revisit scans, identify patterns, and take steps toward reducing your microplastic footprint. Why Create an Account? Your health journey is unique—Plack keeps it that way. By signing up, you gain access to personalized tracking, saved scan history, and the ability to share insights. More than just an app, Plack is your guide in making healthier, more sustainable choices. Upgrade to Plack Pro: • Unlimited photo scans – free users can scan only make 3 photo scans. • Exclusive insights – deeper analysis and enhanced tracking tools. • News Feature – get an up-to-date dashboard of all the recent news regarding Microplastics. Have feedback or ideas? Reach out at getplack@gmail.com. Privacy: https://plack.io/privacy-policy Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ *Disclaimer: Plack does not provide medical advice. Always conduct additional research before making lifestyle changes.

About

PlastIQ

This app helps you make informed food choices by detecting and scoring microplastic contamination in everyday foods and drinks. It uses AI to analyze packaging, ingredients, and food types, providing a risk score and tracking your exposure over time to help you form healthier habits.

Highlights
  • Microplastic detection via AI
  • Food item scanning (picture/barcode)
  • Color-coded risk score (0-100)
  • History log and exposure tracking
  • Science-driven insights
  • Habit formation tools
Features
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PlastIQ is the cutting-edge app that helps you make informed, confident food choices by detecting and scoring the presence of microplastics in everyday foods and drinks. Whether you're health-conscious, eco-aware, or simply curious about what’s on your plate—PlastIQ is your trusted tool for modern food awareness. How It Works: • Snap or Scan: Take a picture or scan a barcode—PlastIQ instantly analyzes the food item • Microplastic Detection: Our AI estimates microplastic contamination based on packaging, ingredients, and food type • Exposure Score: Receive a color-coded risk score, 0-100, indicating the likelihood of significant microplastic exposure • Science-Driven Insights: Powered by real environmental data, academic research, and machine learning Track Your Exposure Over Time • View a full History Log of everything you’ve scanned • Spot trends in your eating habits and track daily, weekly, and monthly exposure averages • Use the data to form better habits and reduce long-term health risks Why Choose PlastIQ? • Unmatched Accuracy: Our AI combines ingredient analysis, packaging data, and food-type profiles • Easy to Use: Clean, modern interface that’s intuitive for all users • Built for Transparency: No hidden gimmicks—just real insights and clear scores • Built for You: Whether you're a parent, athlete, or eco-advocate, PlastIQ helps you take control of your food habits Your Health. Your Control. Microplastics are in more foods than you think—from fish to fruit, drinks to desserts. PlastIQ gives you the power to understand your risk and take simple, everyday action to lower it. Note: Scanning capabilities require an account (Apple, Google, or Email) and a paid subscription to function. Every subscription offers a 3-day free trial -- so try PlastIQ out and see the value for yourself! PlastIQ adheres to the standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Plack4 screens
PlastIQ4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Plack at freemium against PlastIQ's subscription. Plack also leads on ratings volume (15 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.4). PlastIQ's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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. Plack sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and PlastIQ sells 4 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

PlastIQ holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Plack has 15 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Plack versus PlastIQ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlackPlastIQ
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (15 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings15 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.4
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAbel Thomas NobleOchre Rose Software LLC

Customer experience

Plack

All ratings15 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

PlastIQ

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Plack

Subscriptions2
  • Plack Pro$9.991 Month
  • Plack Pro$29.991 Year
4 purchases

PlastIQ

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly PlastIQ Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Monthly PlastIQ Subscription$4.991 Month
  • Annual PlastIQ Subscription3 Days trial$29.991 Year
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  • Annual PlastIQ Subscription$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Plack free?
Plack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PlastIQ free?
PlastIQ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Plack or PlastIQ?
PlastIQ is rated higher. Plack averages 4.7 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while PlastIQ averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Plack or PlastIQ have ads?
Neither Plack nor PlastIQ shows ads.

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