Comparison

The Joint Chiropractic vs Fasting Friend

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

Head to head
About

The Joint Chiropractic

Manage your chiropractic care appointments and access your health records easily. This app simplifies check-ins, allows you to find clinics, view your visit history, and manage your account details. Stay connected with your wellness journey and receive exclusive offers.

Highlights
  • In-clinic check-in
  • Find chiropractor availability
  • View care history and records
  • Manage account details
  • Clinic finder with hours and pricing
  • Receive exclusive offers
Features
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Chiropractic Care, Simplified with The Joint Chiropractic Mobile App Taking care of your health should fit seamlessly into your life. The Joint Chiropractic mobile app makes every step easier, helping you stay connected to your chiropractic care with confidence. Whether you’re on the go or planning your next visit, the app puts everything you need at your fingertips so you feel informed, supported, and in control. In-Clinic Check-In Quickly check in when you arrive at your clinic. Just open the app, log in, and get in line without any extra steps. It's a fast, simple way to get started on your visit. Know When Your Doctor Is In See which chiropractor is working at each location in real time. You can also favorite your preferred chiropractors, making it easier to plan your visit with ease. View Care History And Records Access your care details anytime. View completed visit history for the past 12 months, and download or request your visit notes, receipts, and digital forms. Review Account Details See your current visit balance, plan type, cycle date, treatment plan (if prescribed), and progress, all in one place. Manage Your Profile Info Update your phone number, address, email, and emergency contact with ease. Share Your Feedback Help us improve your experience. Every 30 days after a visit, you’ll receive a brief survey to share your thoughts. Find Clinics Easily As the nation’s largest network of chiropractors, finding care is simple. Use the Clinic Finder to check hours, get directions, and view pricing at a clinic near you. You can even favorite multiple clinics for quick access whenever you’re ready for an adjustment. Stay Connected to Your Wellness Receive exclusive offers and updates tailored to your wellness journey. Special promotions help you stay engaged and support your ongoing care. Answers to Common Questions Have questions about chiropractic care? The FAQ section in the app provides helpful information about The Joint and what to expect during your visit. Disclaimer This app does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It is designed for appointment check-in, clinic information, and promotional communications only. All care is provided in person by licensed Doctors of Chiropractic. For medical concerns or health-related advice, please consult your provider directly.

About

Fasting Friend

Features
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Fasting Friend is a calm, privacy-first fasting timer with a twist: a virtual companion that evolves through 15 stages as you fast — from a tiny egg to a crowned eagle. Whether you're doing your first 16:8 or a 7-day extended fast, Fasting Friend guides you with science-backed milestones, gentle reminders, and real-time progress tracking. - HOW IT WORKS - Pick your fasting style and tap Start. Your companion begins to grow. As you hit milestones like ketosis activation, autophagy, and growth hormone surges, you'll see your friend evolve and learn what's happening in your body — with links to published research. - MULTIPLE FASTING MODES - • Standard: Timed fasts from 24 hours to 7 days with milestone tracking and companion evolution. • Intermittent: Daily patterns including 16:8, 18:6, 20:4, and OMAD with streak tracking and a GitHub-style consistency heatmap. • Freestyle: Open-ended fasting with no set end time — stop when you're ready. • Cultural: First-class support for faith-based fasting traditions, including Ramadan (dawn-to-sunset with location-aware Fajr/Maghrib times), Yom Kippur (Kol Nidre to Havdalah), and Ekadashi (lunar calendar with named observances). The app auto-detects upcoming dates and respects each tradition's specific rules. - FEATURES - • 15-stage companion evolution with custom artwork • Scientific milestones with descriptions, tips, and study links • Water & electrolyte tracking with intuitive preset amounts • Hydration and window-change reminders throughout your fast • Feeling logger — track 16 effects (8 positive, 8 negative) with optional notes • Health insights carousel analyzing your fasting patterns • GitHub-style heatmap showing intermittent fasting consistency • 8 achievement badges for fasting milestones and streaks • Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets showing timer, stage, and progress • Notification center for active reminders at a glance • Extended fast safety warnings calibrated to your experience level • Share milestones with friends • Weight tracking over time • Personalized onboarding: set your goals, experience level, and name • Calming UI designed to reduce anxiety during fasts - PRIVACY FIRST - All your data - name, weight, fasting history, water logs, feeling logs — is only stored locally on your device. It never leaves your phone. No account required. - BUILT FOR YOUR GOALS - Whether you fast for weight management, metabolic health, mental clarity, cellular repair, longevity, or spiritual observance, Fasting Friend adapts to your journey.

Screenshots

The Joint Chiropractic4 screens
Fasting Friend4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: The Joint Chiropractic at Free against Fasting Friend's $8.99. The Joint Chiropractic also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.1). On in-app purchases 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

The Joint Chiropractic is free to download; Fasting Friend costs $8.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
The Joint Chiropractic versus Fasting Friend: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe Joint ChiropracticFasting Friend
PriceFree — better$8.99
Rating3.4 (123 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews33.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings123 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.4 — better18.1
Further details — not scored
Size76 MB20 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperThe Joint CorpConnor Hayes

Bugs and requests

The Joint Chiropractic

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Check-in option not working for iPhone users

Requested features

3 requests
  • See remaining visits per month
  • View visit history
  • See future doctor schedules

Fasting Friend

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

The Joint Chiropractic

No in-app purchases

None

Fasting Friend

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is The Joint Chiropractic free?
The Joint Chiropractic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Fasting Friend free?
Fasting Friend costs $8.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do The Joint Chiropractic or Fasting Friend have ads?
Fasting Friend shows ads; The Joint Chiropractic does not.

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