Amsler vs The Pocket Protector
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- High-resolution Amsler grid
- Daily reminder notifications
- Guided self-testing instructions
- Links to local eye care providers
- Offline functionality
- No sign-in required
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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.
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.
- 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
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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.
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
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.
Amsler ships an update every 4 days, The Pocket Protector every 6 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Amsler | The Pocket Protector |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (5 ratings) | 5.0 (5 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 | 5 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 6 days |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 48 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | First Eye Applications LLC | The Pocket Protector |
Customer experience
Amsler
The Pocket Protector
In-app purchases
Amsler
No in-app purchases
The Pocket Protector
No in-app purchases






