Comparison

TrackBack Symptom Tracker vs PainChronicle

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

Head to head
About

TrackBack Symptom Tracker

Features
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TrackBack is the comprehensive tracking tool designed for people investigating chronic allergies, food sensitivities, IBS, migraines, eczema, and mysterious recurring symptoms. Whether you're just starting to track or looking to finally discover your triggers, TrackBack is here to support you every step of the way. VOICE-FIRST LOGGING Seamlessly log your symptoms and observations in 15 seconds. Speak naturally like "had rash after eggs this morning" and TrackBack automatically parses factors, symptoms, and timing. No forms to fill out, no endless tapping—just speak and go. PATTERN DISCOVERY Gain valuable insights into your health with detailed charts and visualizations. See correlations between what you eat, what you do, and how you feel. Understand your trends and identify triggers as you track. TARGET-FIRST INVESTIGATION Focus on what matters to YOU. Create custom investigations for specific symptoms you want to solve—that mystery rash, recurring headaches, digestive issues. TrackBack helps you investigate specific problems, not just journal everything. BIDIRECTIONAL TRACKING Track what makes symptoms worse AND what makes them better. Most trackers only let you log problems. TrackBack shows the complete picture so you can identify both triggers and helpful patterns. PRIVACY FIRST Your data is securely stored on your device using Apple's Private iCloud technology, keeping your information private and ensuring you stay in control. Export anytime, delete anytime. No tracking, no ads, no selling your health data. APPLE HEALTH INTEGRATION Automatically import relevant health data from Apple Health for a more comprehensive view of your patterns. PERFECT FOR TRACKING: - Chronic allergies and food sensitivities - Mystery rashes and skin conditions (eczema, hives, dermatitis) - IBS, bloating, and digestive issues - Migraines and chronic headaches - MCAS and histamine intolerance - FODMAP sensitivities - Any recurring symptom doctors can't explain HOW IT WORKS: 1. Define what you're investigating (your Target) 2. Voice log daily observations in 15 seconds 3. Review correlations in visual charts 4. Run elimination experiments based on patterns 5. Share detailed summaries with your healthcare provider BUILT BY SOMEONE WHO GETS IT TrackBack was created by someone dealing with chronic allergies and a four-month mystery rash that doctors couldn't diagnose. Built from frustration with symptom trackers that require 20 minutes of form-filling when you just need quick answers. FREE BETA TrackBack is currently free while in beta. We're building this WITH our users, not just FOR them. Your feedback shapes what we build next. Questions or feedback? Email: geoff@gettrackback.app Privacy Policy: gettrackback.app/privacy Follow development: @GeoffFindsOut Health Disclaimer: TrackBack is designed for tracking and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide any medical guidance or advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider for any medical decisions or health concerns.

About

PainChronicle

Features
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Track chronic pain and show your doctor real data. PainChronicle helps you understand your pain patterns with a 15-second daily log. Features: - Quick pain entry: intensity slider (1-10), body part selection, notes, medication - Statistics: line chart trends, body part frequency, adjustable time range (7-90 days) - History: searchable pain diary with filters by body part and date range - Doctor report: 30-day summary with PDF export - Daily reminders: configurable notification time - Data export: CSV and JSON backup Designed for: - Chronic back pain - Fibromyalgia - Arthritis - Migraines (see also HeadacheTrack) - Post-surgery recovery - Any recurring pain FREE: Unlimited logging + 30-day stats PREMIUM ($4.99 one-time): Full history, PDF reports, detailed statistics, data export No subscription. No account. All data on your device.

Screenshots

TrackBack Symptom Tracker3 screens
PainChronicle3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: PainChronicle at 12.0 against TrackBack Symptom Tracker's 15.1. On price, ads, 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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 4 level
TrackBack Symptom Tracker versus PainChronicle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTrackBack Symptom TrackerPainChronicle
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.112.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB27 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperGeoffrey JensenFlorian Oberle

In-app purchases

None

TrackBack Symptom Tracker

No in-app purchases

None

PainChronicle

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TrackBack Symptom Tracker free?
TrackBack Symptom Tracker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PainChronicle free?
PainChronicle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TrackBack Symptom Tracker or PainChronicle have ads?
Neither TrackBack Symptom Tracker nor PainChronicle shows ads.

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