Comparison

PillShot vs Photo Med Tracker

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

Head to head
About

PillShot

Features
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Never forget your medication again. PillShot is a simple medication reminder that helps you stay consistent by confirming each dose with a photo. [How it works] • Get notified when it’s time • Take a photo to confirm • Know exactly when you took it No more “Did I take it?” moments. [Key features] • Smart reminders to keep you on schedule • Photo-based confirmation for each dose • No account required • No data is sent to external servers [Who it’s for] • Anyone who wants to avoid missed doses • People managing daily medications • Those who want a simple, reliable routine With PillShot, stay consistent with confidence. PillShot is not medical advice and does not replace instructions from your doctor or pharmacist. In an emergency, contact a medical professional or emergency services right away.

About

Photo Med Tracker

Features
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Forget your meds again? Photo Med Tracker is a medication reminder that asks you to prove each dose with a quick photo. Snapping a picture right after swallowing turns a fuzzy "did I take it?" into a clear visual record — so the next day, you actually know. ■ Highlights • Per-medication alarms: pick the exact time and days of the week for each pill. • Photo verification: capture a photo right after taking the dose to confirm it was actually taken. • Photoless-use limit: set a monthly cap on how often you can log a dose without a photo (default 3). • Monthly calendar: see your full month of adherence in one glance. • Missed-dose log: dose you skipped is recorded with a reason instead of vanishing. • Dark mode: matches your system theme automatically. • Bilingual: Korean and English supported. ■ Who it's for • Anyone who has to take meds at the same time each day • People building a daily vitamin or supplement habit • Caregivers tracking a family member's medication • Anyone who keeps forgetting and wants a clear yes/no answer ■ Privacy Every medication, photo, and log entry stays on your device. No accounts, no servers, no cloud uploads. Verification photos live inside the app — they are never saved to your photo library. ■ Important Photo Med Tracker is a habit-building tool. It is not medical advice and does not replace your doctor, pharmacist, or prescription. Always follow professional guidance for your medication. Contact / Feedback: siwooeo@gmail.com

Screenshots

PillShot4 screens
Photo Med Tracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: PillShot at none against Photo Med Tracker's shown. Photo Med Tracker's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks) and device support (3 vs 1). On price 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PillShot ships an update every 3 weeks, Photo Med Tracker every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 2 level
PillShot versus Photo Med Tracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPillShotPhoto Med Tracker
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAOMI YOSHIISiU Ahn

In-app purchases

None

PillShot

No in-app purchases

None

Photo Med Tracker

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PillShot free?
PillShot is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Photo Med Tracker free?
Photo Med Tracker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PillShot or Photo Med Tracker have ads?
Photo Med Tracker shows ads; PillShot does not.
Which is updated more often, PillShot or Photo Med Tracker?
PillShot ships an update every 3 weeks, and Photo Med Tracker every 4 days. Most recently, PillShot was updated on October 28, 2026 and Photo Med Tracker on October 25, 2026.

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