Comparison

Acupuncture Assistant vs AcuNote

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

Head to head
About

Acupuncture Assistant

This medical reference app provides detailed information on 390 acupuncture points, including their Chinese names, meanings, categories, and localized illustrations. It offers a search function based on symptoms and allows users to add personal notes, syncing data across devices.

Highlights
  • 390 acupuncture points with illustrations
  • Original Chinese names and meanings
  • Point localization with high-quality images
  • Point actions and indications
  • Search by signs, symptoms, and patterns
  • Add personal notes and sync data
  • Cross-device compatibility
Features
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THE PIONEER, TWICE OVER The world's first acupuncture app now brings you the first AI agent specialized in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Almost two decades on the road, thousands of acupuncturists, and the same mission: putting the best TCM reference in your pocket. MEET LAO TZU, YOUR AI ASSISTANT Ask in plain language about points, meridians, patterns of disharmony and treatment principles — and get well-founded answers in seconds, 24 hours a day. • Clear up clinical and theoretical questions on the spot, no book-flipping • Explore point combinations and treatment reasoning • Already included, so you can try it as soon as you install COMPLETE ATLAS: 390 ILLUSTRATED POINTS All regular points + 29 extra points. Each point includes: • Original name and its meaning • Category (Five Shu, Back-Shu, Hui-Meeting, Xi-Cleft, Luo-Connecting and more) • Location with high-quality illustrative images • Actions and indications • Target area and Unitary Channel SMART SEARCH BY SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS Much more than an atlas: type any sign, symptom, pattern or desired action and instantly get suggestions of the points and protocols best suited to the treatment. YOUR NOTES, ON ALL YOUR DEVICES Add observations from your own practice to any point. Everything is saved, synced across your devices and included in the suggestion search. BUY ONCE, USE FOREVER A single purchase gives you lifetime access to all 390 points, the smart search and your point notes, on your iPhone and iPad. No monthly fee whatsoever to use the app. If you want to go further, there's the optional Pro plan, with unlimited conversations with Lao Tzu and exclusive features — but the atlas you bought is yours forever. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED Any issues? Contact us at tcmpoints.com and we'll make it right. Acupuncture Assistant is a reference and study tool for acupuncture professionals and students. It does not replace the assessment of a healthcare professional. Suggestions, questions or corrections: https://tcmpoints.com Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://tcmpoints.com/privacy/

About

AcuNote

Features
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⌘ AcuNote: Your pocket acupuncture learning assistant! Struggling to remember complex meridians and acupoints? AcuNote is here to help! We're dedicated to creating an efficient and convenient acupuncture learning app that allows you to study Traditional Chinese Medicine acupuncture mysteries anytime, anywhere through innovative features and a user-friendly interface. ⌘ Core Features ⌾ 3D Model Acupoint Display Say goodbye to boring flat diagrams! Using high-precision 3D human models, we present meridians and acupoints in three dimensions, helping you understand spatial relationships more intuitively and effectively improving learning efficiency. ◷ Meridian Clock Based on the Chinese Medicine Zi Wu Liu Zhu theory, it displays real-time meridian and point information, helping you better understand meridian circulation patterns and apply them in daily study and practice. ≣ Meridian Details We've carefully compiled comprehensive information about meridians and acupoints, including locations, indications, and effects, for easy reference and study. ⏍ Notes and Favorites Record your insights and save important acupoint and meridian information during study for later review and reinforcement. ⎔ Acupoint Mini-Games Learning through fun! We've designed engaging acupoint games to help you reinforce knowledge in an enjoyable atmosphere, increasing learning interest and participation. ⌘ AcuNote is designed for: △ Students and practitioners of TCM acupuncture; ○ Enthusiasts interested in TCM acupuncture culture; ▢ Those seeking self-care through acupuncture. ⌘ Special Note This app is intended for acupuncture learning assistance and reference. Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture are profound subjects requiring practical experience. The app may contain oversights or errors. Please study and practice in conjunction with professional textbooks and physician guidance. Do not use blindly. We welcome your feedback and suggestions to help us continuously improve our product. ⌘ Terms and Privacy • Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ • Privacy Policy: https://yangguang2009.github.io/docs/manuals/acunote/privacy-policy/privacy-policy-english

Screenshots

Acupuncture Assistant4 screens
AcuNote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: AcuNote at Free against Acupuncture Assistant's $14.99. Acupuncture Assistant's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On update cadence, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

AcuNote is free to download; Acupuncture Assistant costs $14.99 up front. Acupuncture Assistant sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and AcuNote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Acupuncture Assistant ships an update fortnightly, AcuNote every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Acupuncture Assistant versus AcuNote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAcupuncture AssistantAcuNote
Price$14.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (11 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews63.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings11 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size128 MB276 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperDPG TECH LTDAYangguang Ma

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Acupuncture Assistant

Subscriptions4
  • Montly VIP subscription1 Month trial$1.991 Month
  • Montly VIP subscription$1.991 Month
  • Acupuncture Assistant Pro$2.991 Month
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  • Yearly VIP Subscription$19.991 Year
2 purchases

AcuNote

Subscriptions2
  • $1.99 / Month$1.991 Month
  • $19.99 / Year$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Acupuncture Assistant free?
Acupuncture Assistant costs $14.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is AcuNote free?
AcuNote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Acupuncture Assistant or AcuNote have ads?
AcuNote shows ads; Acupuncture Assistant does not.
Which is updated more often, Acupuncture Assistant or AcuNote?
Acupuncture Assistant ships an update fortnightly, and AcuNote every 3 weeks. Most recently, Acupuncture Assistant was updated on September 26, 2026 and AcuNote on September 10, 2026.

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