Comparison

Pill Reminder vs Reminder Rx App

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

Head to head
About

Pill Reminder

Effortlessly track your medications with a smart scanner for bottles and labels. Set customizable reminders, log doses, and manage your medicine inventory. Includes a health journal to record symptoms and trends.

Highlights
  • Bottle and label scanner
  • Customizable pill reminders
  • Dose logging and history
  • Medicine inventory tracking
  • Refill alerts
  • Symptom and health journal
Features
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Pillvana – The smart medication tracker with a built-in bottle and label scanner. Stop guessing your dose details. Pillvana lets you instantly capture medication information by scanning any prescription bottle or pharmacy label. No typing. No errors. Just point, scan, and go. Scan Any Medication Bottle or Label Use your camera to scan a prescription label or over-the-counter medicine bottle. Pillvana instantly pulls the drug name, dose, strength, and instructions. Perfect for keeping an accurate med log without manual entry. Smart Pill Reminders & Alarms Set customizable dose alarms for any schedule – daily, weekly, or as needed. Get timely rx reminders so you never miss a medication. Complete Medication & Dose Tracker Log every dose as you take it. Maintain a clear history of your medicine adherence. Track multiple drugs, vitamins, or chronic condition meds in one place. Medicine Inventory Organizer Know exactly when you're running low. Pillvana tracks your supply and sends refill alerts – a true drug manager for your home. Symptom & Health Journal Record how you feel each day. Spot trends and share insights with your doctor. Your health data stays private and secure. Trusted Data Sources Pillvana references verified FDA, EMA, and WHO information. For reference only – not medical advice. Your privacy is always protected. Ideal for: Managing prescriptions and refills Tracking vitamins and supplements Chronic condition medication adherence Caregivers organizing meds for loved ones Make Pillvana your daily partner for medication organization, dose tracking, and peace of mind. Pillvana does not collect or store personal or medical information. All data—including medication schedules and images—remains securely stored on your iOS device. Medication names and doses may be processed to power features in the app, but they are never stored or linked to your identity. privacy notice: https://sites.google.com/view/pill-peek-privacy-notice Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Reminder Rx App

This app provides simple and private medication reminders without subscriptions or ads. It offers reliable alerts to help users stay consistent with their routines, with all data stored locally on the device for maximum privacy. Users can start with up to three free medication reminders.

Highlights
  • Simple medication reminders
  • Reliable alerts
  • Private, local data storage
  • No subscriptions or ads
  • Distraction-free design
  • One-time purchase option
Features
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Reminder Rx is a simple, private medication reminder app designed for people who just want to take their meds on time without subscriptions, ads, or unnecessary complexity. Set up reminders in seconds, get reliable alerts, and stay consistent with your routine. Your data stays on your device, not in the cloud. No accounts. No tracking. Just a calm, dependable way to manage your medications. Perfect for daily meds, short-term prescriptions, supplements, or anyone who wants a no-frills reminder that actually works. Why Reminder Rx? • Easy medication reminders that just work • One-time upgrade available — no subscriptions • Clean, distraction-free design • No accounts, no logins, no internet required • All data stored locally on your device • Ideal for privacy-conscious users Start with up to 3 medications for free, then unlock unlimited reminders with a single one-time purchase.

Screenshots

Pill Reminder4 screens
Reminder Rx App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Reminder Rx App at 5.0 against Pill Reminder's 3.0. Reminder Rx App also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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. Pill Reminder sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Reminder Rx App sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Reminder Rx App holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 5 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pill Reminder ships an update every 2 months, Reminder Rx App every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Pill Reminder versus Reminder Rx App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPill ReminderReminder Rx App
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings25 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB4 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperDevin KingLauren Donovan

Customer experience

Pill Reminder

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Reminder Rx App

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Pill Reminder

Subscriptions3
  • Pillvana+ Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Pillvana+ Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Pillvana+ Yearly$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pillvana+ Lifetime$89.99
1 purchases

Reminder Rx App

One-time1
  • Premium Unlock$3.99

Questions

Is Pill Reminder free?
Pill Reminder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Reminder Rx App free?
Reminder Rx App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pill Reminder or Reminder Rx App?
Reminder Rx App is rated higher. Pill Reminder averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Reminder Rx App averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.
Do Pill Reminder or Reminder Rx App have ads?
Neither Pill Reminder nor Reminder Rx App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pill Reminder or Reminder Rx App?
Pill Reminder ships an update every 2 months, and Reminder Rx App every 3 weeks. Most recently, Pill Reminder was updated on October 24, 2026 and Reminder Rx App on October 24, 2026.

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