TDF Calculator vs BED LQ Calc
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TDF Calculator
This app simplifies the calculation of normal tissue tolerance dose in radiotherapy using the TDF factor. It offers an easy-to-use interface for radiation oncology professionals to quickly obtain results and understand the impact of fractionation on different tissues.
- Calculates TDF factors for normal tissue tolerance dose
- Supports two TDF factor versions (1973 and 1986)
- Calculates TDF factors for three different conditions simultaneously
- Automatically sums TDF factors
- Calculates related total or fraction dose
- Organizable with URL scheme
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- In practice of radiotherapy, it is very important to check the normal tissue tolerance dose. - TDF factor defined by Orton et al. is one of the tool to estimate the normal tissue tolerance dose for radiotherapy, but one of the problem is too complex and too many parameters to calculate. - We considered that it is wonderful to calculate it with iPhone, iPod and iPad that we carry always. - That’s why we designed new App “TDF Calculator”. - Considering use in practice, primary concept of design is easy to use and quick to get the results. - Please try TDF Calculator! We have released “EQD Calculator” that is capable to calculate the BED and EQD with LQ-model. Please, try also “EQD Calculator”. See “View More by This Developer” appeared above. #Strong points - This App is designed for the professionals working in the field of Radiation Oncology. - Although there are a lot of numbers on the screen, this App is designed to look like a table calculation, therefore you can understand easily the indication of each values. - You can organize this App with URL scheme (jp.37.TDFcalculator://) in other Apps such as launchers. #Main features - This App calculates TDF factors that is defined by Orton et al. and is one of the tool to estimate the normal tissue tolerance dose for radiotherapy. - Although we are usually using the BED defined by LQ-model for comparing the treatments recently, we thinks that the TDF factor is also useful tool, using it appropriately. - TDF factors are given 100 as a full tolerance for each tissues, so you can find the numbers as difference among the each tissues effected by fractionation. Therefore, this - App maybe also good educational tool about radiotherapy. - This App can calculate 2 type of TDF which are published in 1973 and 1986 by Orton et al. - This App can also calculate TDF factors together in three different conditions stated by three items (fraction dose, number of fractions and frequency per week), and the summation of them automatically. - Setting either a total dose or a fraction dose, related fraction dose or total dose is calculated respectively, depending on the fractionation times. - The formulas and parameters in this App are cited mainly from the two literatures published in 1973 and 1988. - TDF factors have some limitations such as unsuitable for irradiation with under 4 fractions, therefore you should check carefully the reference literatures before using this App. - This App (from ver.1.2.0) is just designed for iPhone and iPad with iOS8. #References 1. Orton CG, Ellis F: A simplification in the use of the NSD concept in practical radiotherapy. Br J Radiol 1973;46:529-537. 2. Orton CG: Bioeffect dosimetry in radiation therapy. Radiation Dosimetry: Physical and Biological Aspects (Orton CG ed.) Plenum Press, New York, 1986. 3. Orton CG, Cohen L: A unified approach to dose-effect relationships in radiotherapy. I: Modified TDF and linear quadratic equations. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 1988;14:549-556. #Disclaimer Please check carefully End User License Agreement (EULA) before using the App. Additionally, you may not use this App unless you agree to terms included below. You agree to assume full and sole responsibility for any use of this App. We are not responsible for any damages or injury, including but not limited to special or consequential damages, that result from your use of (or inability to use) this App, including any damages or injury caused by any failure of performance, error, omission, interruption, defect, delay in operation, computer virus, or other computer malfunction.
BED LQ Calc
This app helps radiation therapy professionals perform complex radiobiological calculations using the Linear-Quadratic (LQ) model. It supports various fractionation schemes, BED, and EQD2 conversions for accurate treatment planning and dose optimization.
- LQ Model Calculations
- BED & EQD2 Calculations
- Multiple Treatment Courses
- Flexible α/β Ratio Settings
- Intuitive Clinical Interface
- Precise Numerical Inputs
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BED & LQ Model Calculator for Radiotherapy Dose and Fraction Calculation A comprehensive and user-friendly calculator designed for radiation therapy professionals to perform essential radiobiological calculations using the Linear-Quadratic (LQ) model. Key Features: LQ Model Calculations: Calculate biological equivalent doses for different fractionation schemes Support for multiple treatment courses (C1, C2, C3) Flexible α/β ratio settings (3 Gy and 10 Gy presets) Dose per fraction and total dose calculations BED & EQD2 Calculations: Biologically Effective Dose (BED) calculations Equivalent Dose in 2 Gy fractions (EQD2) conversions Support for both early-responding (α/β = 10 Gy) and late-responding tissues (α/β = 3 Gy) Automatic summation across multiple treatment courses Professional Tools: Clean, intuitive interface optimized for clinical use Individual course clearing options Quick "Clear All" functionality Precise numerical inputs with validation Instant calculations with professional accuracy Perfect for: Radiation oncologists Medical physicists Radiation therapy students Healthcare professionals in radiotherapy This calculator streamlines complex radiobiological calculations, helping healthcare professionals make informed decisions about radiation treatment planning and dose optimization. Whether you're comparing different fractionation schedules or calculating cumulative biological effects, this tool provides reliable, fast calculations essential for modern radiation therapy practice. Developed by Görkem Güngör - Istanbul Note: This tool is intended for educational and professional reference purposes. Always verify calculations and consult with qualified medical professionals for treatment decisions.
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Verdict
TDF Calculator and BED LQ Calc both sit at 5.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of BED LQ Calc's written reviews are positive against 67% of TDF Calculator's. BED LQ Calc also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 3 weeks). TDF Calculator's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for TDF Calculator against 5.0 for BED LQ Calc. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 67% of TDF Calculator's written reviews are positive against 100% of BED LQ Calc's.
TDF Calculator ships an update every 3 weeks, BED LQ Calc daily. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TDF Calculator | BED LQ Calc |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Daily — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hiroyuki KATOH | Gorkem Gungor |
Customer experience
TDF Calculator
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In-app purchases
TDF Calculator
No in-app purchases
BED LQ Calc
No in-app purchases
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