Comparison

Simple Meds vs MediNote

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

Head to head
About

Simple Meds

This app offers a private and secure way to log your medications. It keeps all your data on your device, requiring no account or internet connection. Log doses quickly with customizable tracking for a straightforward medication history.

Highlights
  • On-device data storage
  • No account required
  • Offline functionality
  • Quick two-tap logging
  • Customizable dosage tracking
  • Instant logging with timestamps
Features
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Track your medications with complete privacy. SimpleMeds is a minimalist, secure medication logger that keeps your data on your device - and only on your device. SIMPLE & PRIVATE • All medication data stays on your device • No account required • No internet connection needed • No third-party tracking QUICK & RELIABLE • Log medications with just two taps • Clear, readable medication history • Customizable dosage tracking • Instant medication logging with time stamps Perfect for anyone who wants a straightforward, private way to track their daily medications without the complexity of larger health apps. SimpleMeds is designed for one thing: helping you reliably track your medications while maintaining your privacy. Download SimpleMeds today for a simpler, more private way to track your medications.

About

MediNote

Features
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MediNote helps you track your daily medications and log how you feel — so you can spot patterns between what you take and how your body responds. Most medication apps only track pills. Most symptom apps only track symptoms. MediNote connects both — so when you log a headache, you can immediately see which medications you took that morning. MEDICATION TRACKING Add your medications with dosage, form (tablet, capsule, drops, liquid), and schedule. Set reminders for specific days and times so you never miss a dose. Check off each medication from a simple daily view. SYMPTOM LOGGING Log symptoms in seconds with preset types or custom entries. Record severity, body area, duration, and notes. Build a detailed history of how you feel over time. MEDICATION & SYMPTOM CORRELATION This is what makes MediNote different. Tap any symptom to see exactly which medications you took that day — and whether you took them. Spot connections your doctor might miss. TRENDS & INSIGHTS View your symptom history on a color-coded calendar. See your most common symptoms, average severity, and how your health is trending. Share data with your doctor as a CSV export. SMART REMINDERS Set per-medication reminders that automatically stay in sync. Get notified at the right time, on the right days, for each medication. BUILT FOR PRIVACY All your data stays on your device. No accounts, no cloud, no tracking, no ads. Your health information is yours alone. PERFECT FOR • Managing multiple prescriptions or supplements • Tracking side effects and symptom patterns • Preparing for doctor appointments with clear data • Building a personal health diary • Anyone who wants to understand how medications affect how they feel FREE & SIMPLE No subscriptions, no paywalls, no clutter. Just a calm, focused tool that helps you stay on top of your health. MediNote is a personal tracking tool and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding your health.

Screenshots

Simple Meds4 screens
MediNote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: MediNote at every 2 weeks against Simple Meds's every 16 months. Simple Meds's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simple Meds ships an update every 16 months, MediNote every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Simple Meds versus MediNote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimple MedsMediNote
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 16 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJeffery MorhousKosshii Apps

In-app purchases

None

Simple Meds

No in-app purchases

None

MediNote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Simple Meds free?
Simple Meds is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MediNote free?
MediNote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Simple Meds or MediNote have ads?
Neither Simple Meds nor MediNote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Simple Meds or MediNote?
Simple Meds ships an update every 16 months, and MediNote every 2 weeks. Most recently, Simple Meds was updated on October 15, 2026 and MediNote on October 28, 2026.

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