Comparison

Amsler vs The Pocket Protector

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

Head to head
About

Amsler

This application allows users to easily check for changes in their central vision using an Amsler grid. It offers multiple grid options, daily reminders, and guided instructions for self-testing. Designed for monitoring eye conditions or general vision health, it provides a convenient way to track visual changes.

Highlights
  • High-resolution Amsler grid
  • Daily reminder notifications
  • Guided self-testing instructions
  • Links to local eye care providers
  • Offline functionality
  • No sign-in required
Features
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Amsler helps you check for subtle changes in your vision — right from your device. Whether you're monitoring macular degeneration, other eye pathology, or simply want to keep tabs on your central vision, this app makes it easy to test yourself daily. It includes black-on-white, white-on-black, and red-on-black grid options, and a built-in reminder system to help you stay consistent. Plus, detailed instructions walk you through each step of the test. Designed by a board-certified ophthalmologist for clarity, reliability, and ease of use. Features: • Accurate, high-resolution Amsler grid • Daily reminder notifications • Guided instructions for self-testing • Links to eye care providers in your area • iPad-optimized grid at 10 cm x 10 cm • Works offline and requires no sign-in Amsler is provided for informational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and does not replace a comprehensive eye examination or the advice of a qualified healthcare professional. Amsler is not a medical device or medical test and has not been approved by the FDA. Do not rely on this app for medical decision-making. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

About

The Pocket Protector

Manage your Medicare plan effortlessly with this app. Access plan details, understand benefits with an AI advisor, and find healthcare providers and drug costs. Compare plans and discover quality hospitals.

Highlights
  • View plan details and premiums
  • AI Medicare advisor for benefit questions
  • Search in-network doctors
  • Look up drug costs
  • Compare Medicare Advantage plans
  • Find hospitals with quality ratings
Features
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The Pocket Protector puts your Medicare plan in your pocket - simple, clear, and always with you. See your plan details, premiums, and coverage at a glance. Ask Dorothy, your AI Medicare advisor, anything about your benefits - she knows your specific plan and answers in plain English, not insurance jargon. Search for in-network doctors, look up drug costs, compare Medicare Advantage plans side by side, and find hospitals with quality ratings near you.

Screenshots

Amsler4 screens
The Pocket Protector4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: The Pocket Protector at 5.0 against Amsler's 4.2. The Pocket Protector also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). Amsler's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

The Pocket Protector holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 5 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Amsler ships an update every 4 days, The Pocket Protector every 6 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Amsler versus The Pocket Protector: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAmslerThe Pocket Protector
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (5 ratings)5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings55
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 6 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB48 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperFirst Eye Applications LLCThe Pocket Protector

Customer experience

Amsler

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

The Pocket Protector

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Amsler

No in-app purchases

None

The Pocket Protector

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Amsler free?
Amsler is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is The Pocket Protector free?
The Pocket Protector is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Amsler or The Pocket Protector?
The Pocket Protector is rated higher. Amsler averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while The Pocket Protector averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.
Do Amsler or The Pocket Protector have ads?
The Pocket Protector shows ads; Amsler does not.
Which is updated more often, Amsler or The Pocket Protector?
Amsler ships an update every 4 days, and The Pocket Protector every 6 days. Most recently, Amsler was updated on October 24, 2026 and The Pocket Protector on October 24, 2026.

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