# GLP vs Pocket Protocols

The clearest difference is monetization model: GLP at free with in-app purchases against Pocket Protocols's subscription. GLP also leads on ratings volume (57 vs 3) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks). Pocket Protocols's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GLP sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Pocket Protocols sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pocket Protocols holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GLP has 57 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

GLP ships an update every 5 days, Pocket Protocols every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GLP | Pocket Protocols |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (57 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glp-1-tracker-glp-pal/id6749314641/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-protocols/id6774286157/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **57** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 18 MB | 72 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Ten Labs Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/979619208) | [Rappasoft](https://appshunter.io/developer/335522494) |

## What reviewers say

### GLP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glp-1-tracker-glp-pal/id6749314641)

This app helps users manage their GLP-1 medication journey by tracking injections, weight changes, and side effects. It offers visual progress charts, daily notes, and customizable features for a comprehensive health diary. Designed for privacy, it keeps all data on the device.

**Highlights:** Intelligent shot scheduling and reminders, Log medication, dosage, and injection site, Track weight changes with animated charts, Monitor and log side effects with severity, Daily notes and health diary entries, Customizable units and dark mode, Widget support for quick access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GLP Pal Pro 1 Month | $7.99 | per month |
| GLP Pal Pro 1 Month | $9.99 | per month |
| GLP Pal Pro 1 Month | $10.99 | per month |
| GLP Pal Pro 1 Month | $12.99 | per month |
| GLP Pal Pro 3 Months | $23.99 | per 3 months |
| GLP Pal Pro Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| GLP Pal Pro Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| GLP Pal Pro Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| GLP Pal Pro Annual | $44.99 | per year |


### Pocket Protocols

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-protocols/id6774286157)

This app provides offline access to regional EMS protocols, NREMT exam preparation, and clinical decision tools for emergency medical professionals. It includes AI-powered PCR narrative generation, documentation aids, and a medication reference.

**Highlights:** Offline regional protocol access, NREMT exam practice questions and flashcards, Clinical decision support tools, AI-powered PCR narrative generation, Medication reference with alerts, Multilingual phrasebook for patient assessment

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pocket Protocols Pro Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Pocket Protocols Pro Yearly | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GLP free?

GLP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Pocket Protocols free?

Pocket Protocols is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, GLP or Pocket Protocols?

Pocket Protocols is rated higher. GLP averages 4.8 out of 5 from 57 ratings, while Pocket Protocols averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do GLP or Pocket Protocols have ads?

Neither GLP nor Pocket Protocols shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GLP or Pocket Protocols?

GLP ships an update every 5 days, and Pocket Protocols every 2 weeks. Most recently, GLP was updated on October 11, 2026 and Pocket Protocols on October 6, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*