GuideSight vs Blind Companion
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
GuideSight
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Guide Sight is your AI-powered pair of eyes. Point your phone's camera and it tells you, out loud, what's in front of you. Built from the ground up for people with low vision, everything is high-contrast, large-text friendly, and fully spoken, so you can use it by sight or by sound. See the world around you Hold up your camera and Guide Sight describes the scene, reads signs, menus, mail, and labels aloud, identifies objects, and answers questions like "What is this?" or "What color is this?" One-tap everyday tasks Instead of explaining what you need, just tap: read text, identify money, check an expiry date, read a menu, describe your surroundings, do a safety check, and more. Your medications, organized Scan a pill bottle to capture its name, dose, and expiry, or scan a hospital discharge sheet to add your medicines and follow-ups automatically. A simple daily review helps you keep track of what you've taken. These are convenience reminders only, and are NOT medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions. Speak, don't type Dictate notes and messages with fast, private, on-device voice recognition, then share them by text, email, or WhatsApp. Reach a trusted person instantly Set an emergency contact and, with one tap, share a photo and your location so they can help you right away. Made for low vision Choose from high-contrast color themes, including classic yellow-on-black and white-on-black, with big text and clear, spoken feedback throughout. Your information stays private, stored on your own device. IMPORTANT: Not a medical device Guide Sight is a general-purpose assistive tool. It is NOT a medical device, does NOT provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and must never be used for medical decisions. AI descriptions can be inaccurate or incomplete. Always consult your doctor, pharmacist, or a qualified healthcare provider for any health or medication question. It is also not an emergency service. In an emergency, contact your local emergency number or a trusted person directly. Subscription: Guide Sight offers a 7-day free trial, then a monthly or yearly subscription for full access. Payment is charged to your Apple ID; subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends. Manage or cancel anytime in your device Settings. Terms of Use and Privacy Policy are available in the app and on our website.
Blind Companion
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Blind Companion is a daily checklist and reminder app designed for blind and low-vision users. It helps turn everyday tasks that need a quick double-check into simple, spoken, actionable, and reviewable flows. Useful scenarios include: Before leaving home, check your phone, keys, white cane, earphones, and ID or card. During the day, review door locks, stove, appliance power, taps, and windows. Before work, check your phone, earphones, computer or tablet, charger, and documents. Before bedtime, review door locks, phone charging, items for tomorrow, alarm, and water cup. For medication, record whether it has been handled as instructed and keep a local daily record. Key features: Today Hear what is still pending today and what comes next. Checklist Flows Use built-in templates for leaving home, daily safety, work, bedtime, and medication checks. Action Records Completion, skip, remind later, and undo actions are recorded locally for review. 30-Day Local History Records are stored on your device and kept for up to 30 days. VoiceOver Friendly Designed to work well with iOS VoiceOver, with clear labels, simple navigation, and accessibility actions. Speech and Haptics Uses iOS system speech, VoiceOver announcements, and haptic feedback to make actions clearer. Bilingual Support Supports Follow System, Simplified Chinese, and English. The interface and speech language can be changed in Settings. Blind Companion is built to help blind and low-vision users reduce repeated checking effort and complete important daily routines with more confidence. Note: Medication check features are for reminders and records only. This app does not provide medical advice, dosage guidance, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: GuideSight at 15.1 against Blind Companion's 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | GuideSight | Blind Companion |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | โ |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 โ better | 17.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Neha Hussaini | ็ง็ฐ็งๆ |
In-app purchases
GuideSight
No in-app purchases
Blind Companion
No in-app purchases








