Comparison

Medkit vs Doselume

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

Head to head
About

Medkit

Features
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Never lose control of your medications again. Medkit is more than a pill reminder. It’s a complete medication tracker and home pharmacy organizer designed for real everyday life. Whether you take daily prescriptions, keep first-aid supplies in your car, or organize medicines for travel, Medkit helps you keep everything structured, visible, and under control. All your medications in one smart system. Medkit combines smart reminders, dose tracking, stock monitoring, refill alerts, and expiration control in one clean and easy-to-use app. No missed doses.
No expired medicines.
No forgotten refills. Powerful features: • Smart medication reminders • One-tap dose logging (“Taken”)
 • Automatic stock deduction after each dose
 • Refill alerts when supplies run low
 • Expiration date tracking with notifications
 • Multiple medkits for different places (home, car, travel, bag)
 • Medication search for fast access
 • Real-time tracking of each medication quantity
 • Daily medication schedule planner
 • Apple Watch support • Archive medications you no longer use, without losing history
 • Advanced filtering: show medications expiring in 1 day, 1 week, 1 month, and more
 • Sorting options for faster navigation and easier search
 • Clean, intuitive interface Built for real life. Medkit helps you: • Stay consistent with prescribed treatments
 • Organize medications across different storage locations
 • Automatically track remaining pills • Get timely alerts before medications expire
 • Manage personal and family medicine supplies in one place Whether you need a reliable pill reminder, a dosage tracker, expiration control, or a full home pharmacy organizer, Medkit keeps everything together in one app. Take control of your treatment routine and your medication supplies. Download Medkit today and keep every dose — and every medicine — under control.

About

Doselume

This app simplifies medication management for older adults and their families. It provides smart reminders, tracks taken or missed doses, and offers optional family alerts for missed medications, ensuring peace of mind.

Highlights
  • Smart medication reminders
  • Dose confirmation (taken, skipped, missed)
  • Family missed-dose email alerts
  • Weekly family medication reports
  • Clear medication history calendar
  • Manage multiple medications
  • Simple, easy-to-read interface
Features
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DoseLume is a simple medication reminder designed to help older adults stay on schedule — and give their families greater peace of mind. Whether you manage your own medications or help an aging parent stay on track, DoseLume makes daily medication routines clear and easy to follow. SMART MEDICATION REMINDERS Set medications, doses, and schedules in just a few steps. DoseLume reminds you when it is time to take a medication and makes it easy to confirm whether a dose was taken, skipped, or still needs attention. FAMILY MISSED-DOSE ALERTS With Family Email enabled, DoseLume can help keep a trusted family member informed. If a scheduled dose is still unconfirmed after the reminder period, a family alert can be sent by email — helping loved ones know when some extra attention may be needed. WEEKLY FAMILY REPORTS Families can also receive a weekly summary of medication activity, making it easier to understand how the week went without constantly checking in. CLEAR MEDICATION HISTORY View medication activity by date and quickly see which doses were: • Taken • Skipped • Missed • Upcoming Everything is organized in a simple calendar and dose history. MANAGE ALL MEDICATIONS IN ONE PLACE Create and manage multiple medications with: • Medication name • Dose • Scheduled time • Daily reminders • Pause and resume controls • Easy editing DESIGNED TO BE SIMPLE DoseLume uses a clean, easy-to-read interface designed to keep medication management straightforward for users of all ages. Local medication reminders and on-device medication records remain available without a membership. Family email alerts and weekly reports are available during the trial period and with lifetime access. DoseLume is designed to support medication routines and family communication. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always follow the instructions provided by your doctor or healthcare professional.

Screenshots

Medkit4 screens
Doselume4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Medkit at none against Doselume's 1. Medkit also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). Doselume's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 8 days). On price, 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. Doselume sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Medkit asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Medkit ships an update every 8 days, Doselume every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Medkit versus Doselume: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMedkitDoselume
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 daysEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMariia Andrushko静 闫

In-app purchases

None

Medkit

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Doselume

One-time1
  • DoseLume Lifetime Membership$3.99

Questions

Is Medkit free?
Medkit is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Doselume free?
Doselume is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Medkit or Doselume have ads?
Neither Medkit nor Doselume shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Medkit or Doselume?
Medkit ships an update every 8 days, and Doselume every 4 days. Most recently, Medkit was updated on October 30, 2026 and Doselume on October 31, 2026.

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