Comparison

GeneSearch vs Protein Sequence Viewer

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

Head to head
About

GeneSearch

Explore detailed information about genes and proteins with an intuitive interface. Search by name or symbol, toggle between species, and save favorites for quick access. Integrates with NCBI for accurate data and allows sharing of findings.

Highlights
  • Search genes by name or symbol
  • Human and mouse species toggle
  • Detailed gene information pages
  • Save favorite genes
  • Recent search history
  • NCBI database integration
  • Explore protein sequences and structures
Features
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Search for genes and proteins, view detailed information, and manage your favorites all in one place. The app features: - A clean, intuitive interface for searching genes by name or symbol - Toggle between human and mouse species for targeted searches - Detailed gene information pages showing descriptions, functions, genomic locations, and aliases - Ability to save favorite genes for quick access - Recent search history tracking - Integration with NCBI's genetic database for accurate, up-to-date information - Explore protein sequences and structures - Share gene and protein information with colleagues

About

Protein Sequence Viewer

Features
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Protein Sequence Viewer is an iOS application designed for rapid retrieval of protein sequences (single-letter format) and lengths (amino acids) from UniProtKB/Swiss-Prot (reviewed entries). Simply enter a gene name or UniProt ID (Accession or Entry name) to access the data you need. Key Features: Gene name and UniProt ID search (Swiss-Prot reviewed entries only) Canonical sequence display with isoform switching via dropdown menu Downloadable offline databases for Human, Mouse, Rat, and Yeast—enabling searches without internet connectivity Streamlined interface focused on sequences and lengths One-tap sequence copying to clipboard Data Source: All sequence data is retrieved from UniProt.

Screenshots

GeneSearch4 screens
Protein Sequence Viewer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: GeneSearch at none against Protein Sequence Viewer's shown. Protein Sequence Viewer's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs monthly) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GeneSearch ships an update monthly, Protein Sequence Viewer every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
GeneSearch versus Protein Sequence Viewer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGeneSearchProtein Sequence Viewer
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.113.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developeryoung-Hwan JoKazunari Sasaki

In-app purchases

None

GeneSearch

No in-app purchases

None

Protein Sequence Viewer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GeneSearch free?
GeneSearch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Protein Sequence Viewer free?
Protein Sequence Viewer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do GeneSearch or Protein Sequence Viewer have ads?
Protein Sequence Viewer shows ads; GeneSearch does not.
Which is updated more often, GeneSearch or Protein Sequence Viewer?
GeneSearch ships an update monthly, and Protein Sequence Viewer every 2 days. Most recently, GeneSearch was updated on November 10, 2026 and Protein Sequence Viewer on November 9, 2026.

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