MedTimer vs MedMate
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
MedTimer
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MedTimer makes it simple to take the right medication at the right time β and lets family quietly look out for the people they love. Built for older adults and the family members who care for them, MedTimer pairs alarm-style reminders you canβt sleep through with a private care circle that keeps everyone in the loop. WHY MEDTIMER β’ Reminders that work β full-screen, sound-on alerts that keep going until you respond, not a notification you swipe away and forget. β’ One tap to log β mark a dose βtakenβ in a second, and build a daily streak that keeps you motivated. β’ Proof youβre on track β see your adherence rate, on-time vs. late vs. missed, and a clean per-medication breakdown. β’ A care circle for family β invite a son, daughter, or caregiver to watch over a parentβs doses from anywhere. β’ You control privacy β observer mode lets someone watch over you without sharing their own meds, and you decide exactly what each person sees. β’ Missed-dose alerts β caregivers get notified when a dose is missed or a daily check-in doesnβt happen. EVERYTHING IN ONE PLACE β’ Add each medication with a photo, dosage, and flexible schedule (daily, specific days, every other day). β’ Meal instructions β before, after, or with food, on an empty stomach, or at bedtime. β’ Daily check-ins so loved ones know youβre okay. β’ Nicknames for every family member so your circle stays clear. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your health data is yours. Sharing is always directional and opt-in β invite someone to watch over you, or quietly watch over a parent, without anyone seeing more than you allow. Start free with up to 3 medications and 1 family member. Upgrade to MedTimer Pro for unlimited medications and your full family care circle. SUBSCRIPTION β MEDTIMER PRO MedTimer Pro unlocks unlimited medications and your full family care circle. β’ Monthly β US$2.99 / month β’ Annual β US$29.99 / year (best value) Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the current period ends. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your Apple Account settings after purchase. Prices may vary by region. Terms of Use (EULA): https://medtimer.me/terms Privacy Policy: https://medtimer.me/privacy Questions? Visit https://medtimer.me
MedMate
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Never miss a dose again. MedMate is the free, private medication reminder that helps you take the right pill at the right time, every day. Whether you manage one daily tablet or a full schedule of prescriptions, MedMate keeps it simple β with big, clear text and reminders you can actually rely on. WHY MEDMATE β’ 100% free to start β no paywalls blocking the essentials β’ Private by design β your health data stays on your device β’ No account needed β open the app and go β’ Built for everyone, including older adults, with large accessible text NEVER MISS A DOSE β’ Add every medication with its dose, schedule and times β’ Get a reminder at exactly the right moment, every day β’ Set multiple reminder times per medication β’ Snooze a reminder when you need a few more minutes β’ Mark each dose Taken or Skipped with one tap STAY ON TOP OF REFILLS β’ Track how much you have left β’ Get a heads-up when you're running low β’ See the date your supply is expected to run out BUILD A HEALTHY HABIT β’ Watch your adherence streak grow day by day β’ A simple, motivating "all done for today" when you finish PEACE OF MIND FOR FAMILIES β’ Optional weekly caretaker email report, so a loved one can keep an eye on adherence β’ Export and back up your full medication history any time YOURS, YOUR WAY β’ Light and dark mode β’ Available in 17 languages β’ Clean, calm, clutter-free design MEDMATE PREMIUM (optional) Upgrade to unlock the weekly caretaker report, remove ads, and support ongoing development. MedMate works great free β premium is there if you want to do more. PRIVATE & SECURE MedMate does not require an account and does not sell your data. Your medication information is stored on your device, under your control. Download MedMate today and take control of your medication routine β calmly, privately, and for free. MedMate is a reminder tool and does not provide medical advice. Always follow the guidance of your doctor or pharmacist. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: MedTimer at none against MedMate's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. MedTimer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and MedMate sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
MedTimer ships an update every 6 days, MedMate weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MedTimer | MedMate |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days β better | Weekly |
| Ads | No β better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 93 MB | 48 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | SEE CHER SENG | Zico Bakker |
In-app purchases
MedTimer
- Medtimer Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
- Medtimer Pro Yearly$29.991 Year
MedMate
- MedMate - Premium$2.991 Month
- MedMate - Premium7 Days trial$17.991 Year
- Lifetime$34.99







