Comparison

MedicationID vs MediLens

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

Head to head
About

MedicationID

Instantly identify medications by taking a photo. Get clear explanations of their purpose and access crucial warnings and precautions. Stay informed about your health with this advanced recognition technology.

Highlights
  • Instant photo identification
  • Understand medication purpose
  • Access warnings and precautions
  • Advanced recognition technology
Features
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Identify medications instantly with MedicationID. Simply snap a photo of any medicine, and our advanced recognition technology provides you with detailed information. Key Features: • Fast Identification: Utilize your camera to quickly identify medication. • Understand the Purpose: Discover what the medication is used for with clear, concise explanations. • Stay Informed About Warnings: Access important warnings and precautions related to the medication.

About

MediLens

This app helps you identify medications by scanning pills or searching by imprint, shape, and color. It provides drug information, checks for interactions, and allows you to maintain a personal medication log for better organization.

Highlights
  • Pill scanner and identifier
  • Drug and medication library
  • Personal medication log
  • Interaction checker
  • Symptom checker
  • AI health guide
Features
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Your All-in-One Pill Identifier, Scanner & Medication Reference MediLens is an easy-to-use medication reference and organization app designed to help you stay informed about your medicines. Identify pills, explore publicly available drug information, check potential interactions, and keep a personal medication log — all in one place. Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, or simply interested in learning more about medications, MediLens is a convenient educational reference tool. Key Features Pill Scanner & Identifier – Use your camera to visually reference pills, or search by imprint, shape, and color to view publicly available drug details. Drug & Medication Library – Access a reference database of brand and generic drugs with general information on dosage forms, common uses, and possible side effects. My Med List – Keep a personal log of the medicines you take to stay organized. Barcode Scanner – Scan medicine packaging to look up product details from public sources. Pill Counter – Use your camera for an estimated pill count as a convenience tool. Interaction Checker – View publicly available interaction data to discuss with your healthcare provider. Symptom Checker – Learn about general information related to reported symptoms. Related Drugs – Find other medicines in the same category for reference purposes. Ask AI Health Guide – Chat with an AI to learn general health information from public sources (not a substitute for a doctor). Why Choose MediLens? - Multiple ways to look up medication information - Clear, easy-to-use interface - Informational results from public references - No account required to get started Important Medical Disclaimer This app is for informational and educational purposes only and is based on publicly available data. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and should not be used to make medical decisions. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for any questions about a medical condition or medication. In case of a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.

Screenshots

MedicationID3 screens
MediLens4 screens

Verdict

The call

MedicationID and MediLens both sit at 3.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 60% of MediLens's written reviews are positive against 0% of MedicationID's. MediLens also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). MedicationID's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, ratings volume 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. MedicationID sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. MediLens asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.9 for MedicationID against 4.0 for MediLens. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 10 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 0% of MedicationID's written reviews are positive against 60% of MediLens's.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
MedicationID versus MediLens: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMedicationIDMediLens
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (14 ratings)4.0 (10 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews60.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings14 — better10
Update frequency—Every 6 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.315.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB40 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperHenrique BersaniFRIENDSAPP LISTING

Customer experience

MedicationID

All ratings14 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

MediLens

All ratings10 ratings
Positive70.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative20.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MedicationID

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Subscription$3.991 Month
None

MediLens

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MedicationID free?
MedicationID is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MediLens free?
MediLens is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MedicationID or MediLens?
MediLens is rated higher. MedicationID averages 3.9 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while MediLens averages 4.0 from 10 ratings.
Do MedicationID or MediLens have ads?
MediLens shows ads; MedicationID does not.

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