Comparison

SkinSAFE vs Allergy Plus by Pollen.com

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

Head to head
About

SkinSAFE

This app helps you find safe beauty, skincare, and household products based on your specific skin concerns and allergies. Scan product barcodes to instantly check ingredient compatibility and discover items tailored to your needs.

Highlights
  • Barcode scanner for ingredient compatibility
  • Wellness Markers for skin conditions
  • Extensive product database
  • Ingredient education
  • Personalized family profiles
  • Customizable shopping lists
Features
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Embark on Your Path to Healthier Skin with SkinSAFE Born from a partnership with the Mayo Clinic, SkinSAFE is the only app you need to navigate the complex world of beauty, skincare, household, and topical prescription (Rx) products. Trusted by thousands and backed by the Mayo Clinic's clinical rigor, our platform helps you find products you can use safely and avoid those that might harm your skin. Who Benefits from SkinSAFE? Whether dealing with sensitive skin, skin allergies, or simply striving for a healthier lifestyle without specific harmful ingredients, SkinSAFE is your go-to resource. Enjoy access to our extensive range of Wellness Markers, including SkinSAFE 100 (the gold standard for sensitive skin), Gluten-Free, Fragrance-Free, Soy Free, Preservative Free, TeenSAFE, BabySAFE and more. With 100K+ product evaluations at your fingertips and as the #1 physician-recommended app for conditions like eczema, contact dermatitis, and sensitive skin, SkinSAFE empowers you to make smarter, better product choices effortlessly for healthier skin. Forget the Guesswork Scan, discover, and enjoy products perfectly suited to your specific skin concerns. Customize your experience with the SAFE for Me™ feature, allowing our intelligent algorithm to filter out harmful ingredients, ensuring every recommendation is safe and suitable for your skin. User Reviews: • “This app is a LIFESAVER. It has made shopping for skin products a breeze, especially with my sensitive skin. I no longer have to worry about unexpected reactions!” —Emily R. • “Finally, an app that understands my need for detailed ingredient information! The SAFE for Me™ feature has changed how I shop for beauty products.” —Josh B. • “SkinSAFE has been instrumental in managing my eczema. It’s so much more than just an allergy app; it’s a complete skincare companion that understands my skin.” —Sarah L. Key Features: • Quick Compatibility Check: Use our industrial-grade barcode scanner to verify if a product’s ingredients suit your skin. • Enhanced Wellness Markers: Navigate our scientifically curated markers, tailored for various skin conditions and types. • Comprehensive Product Database: Access an expansive list of safe products across multiple categories: beauty, skincare, makeup, household, and Rx products. • Learn About Ingredients: Understand complex formulations & ingredient sensitivity and confidently manage your skin health. • Personalized Profiles: Manage your family’s skincare needs in one place with profiles for each family member—avoiding the ingredients that make their skin sensitive. • Efficient Shopping Lists: Save time with tailored shopping lists to meet your unique skin health needs. SkinSAFE goes beyond basic product reviews. Our robust technology, powered by clinical data and dermatological expertise, ensures you find products that meet your unique skincare requirements in stores and online. Join the SkinSAFE Movement Our dedicated team, many of whom personally navigate skin sensitivities, eczema, and allergies, are committed to transparency, safety, and community support. We understand your challenges and continually enhance SkinSAFE to meet your evolving needs. Download SkinSAFE Today! Avoid the frustration of uncertain product trials and wasted money on ineffective products. Experience the relief of finding skincare that makes you feel your best. SkinSAFE is free to download and use, but our additional subscription, SkinSAFE Premium, unlocks advanced features for an even more personalized experience. Have Suggestions? Want something added to the app? Email us at sshelp@skinsafeproducts.com, and we’ll be happy to help! Privacy and Terms: We respect your privacy. For more information, please read our privacy policy at https://www.skinsafeproducts.com/policies#privacy. By using SkinSAFE, you agree to our terms of service, available at https://www.skinsafeproducts.com/policies

About

Allergy Plus by Pollen.com

This app provides location-specific, real-time allergy information, including forecasts for pollen, air quality, and weather. Users can receive notifications for allergy level changes and view 5-day forecasts. It offers in-depth details on local allergens and syncs with a leading allergy forecasting website.

Highlights
  • Location-specific allergy forecasts
  • Real-time air quality and weather
  • Allergy level change notifications
  • 5-day forecast comparison
  • In-depth allergen information
  • Syncs with Pollen.com
Features
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Allergy Plus is designed to improve how you understand and manage your allergies. Based on Pollen.com, an industry leading allergy forecasting website for the last 20 years, Allergy Plus provides location-specific, real time allergy information at your fingertips. · Get the latest allergy, air quality and weather forecasts across multiple locations · Receive notifications on forecasted allergy level changes in as many locations as you need · See a 5-day allergy and weather forecast side by side · Share forecasts easily to your friends and family · Review in-depth information on impactful allergens in your area · Completely synced with Pollen.com for the most accurate and up-to-date allergy information available Allergy Plus is a free app intended for your benefit. Currently for use in the continental US only. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

SkinSAFE4 screens
Allergy Plus by Pollen.com4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: SkinSAFE at none against Allergy Plus by Pollen.com's shown. Allergy Plus by Pollen.com's advantage is review sentiment (47% vs 29%) and ratings volume (23K vs 1.9K). On price, rating, update cadence 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. SkinSAFE sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month and Allergy Plus by Pollen.com sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Allergy Plus by Pollen.com holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Allergy Plus by Pollen.com has 23K ratings behind it against 1.9K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of SkinSAFE's written reviews are positive against 47% of Allergy Plus by Pollen.com's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SkinSAFE ships an update monthly, Allergy Plus by Pollen.com every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SkinSAFE versus Allergy Plus by Pollen.com: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSkinSAFEAllergy Plus by Pollen.com
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (1.9K ratings)4.8 (23K ratings) — better
Positive reviews29.2% of reviews46.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.9K23K — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size121 MB65 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSkinSAFE Products, IncIQVIA Inc.

Customer experience

SkinSAFE

All ratings1,858 ratings
Positive89.3%
Neutral1.7%
Negative8.9%
Written reviews185 reviews
Positive29.2%
Neutral10.8%
Negative60.0%

Allergy Plus by Pollen.com

All ratings22,771 ratings
Positive95.4%
Neutral2.2%
Negative2.4%
Written reviews290 reviews
Positive46.9%
Neutral8.6%
Negative44.5%

User reviews

SkinSAFE

From 1.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Instant product scanning
  • 🔍 Extensive product database
  • 👍 Helpful for those with skin allergies
  • 💡 Integrates with doctor's recommendations
  • 🙌 Life-changing for some users

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Buggy app with frequent crashes
  • 🔍 Incomplete or outdated product information
  • 💰 Paid subscription model with limited free features
  • 🤔 Inaccurate or misleading product safety information
  • 🤯 Poor customer service and lack of responsiveness

Allergy Plus by Pollen.com

From 23K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Helpful for planning outdoor activities
  • 👍 Accurate pollen forecasts
  • 🗓️ Useful for tracking allergy symptoms
  • 💡 Provides detailed allergy information
  • 🗺️ Includes air quality data

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate pollen data for some locations
  • 🔍 Lacks customization options for specific allergies
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 📢 Intrusive ads in free version
  • 🕰️ Slow performance on some devices

Bugs and requests

SkinSAFE

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Login issues and account problems
  • Scanning and search functionality not working
  • Disappearing or lost user data and preferences
  • Inconsistent or contradictory product safety information
  • Compatibility problems with newer devices and OS versions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to add custom allergens and filters
  • More detailed product information and ingredient analysis
  • Improved search and browsing functionality
  • Seamless integration between app and website
  • Expanded product coverage beyond just skin care

Allergy Plus by Pollen.com

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Watch app not working for some users
  • Pollen data not updating correctly
  • Allergy diary feature not functioning properly

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add mold and dust allergy tracking
  • Improve Apple Watch app functionality
  • Provide more detailed allergy history tracking
  • Allow users to log their symptoms and triggers

In-app purchases

2 purchases

SkinSAFE

Subscriptions2
  • SkinSAFE Premium Monthly Plan7 Days trial$8.991 Month
  • SkinSAFE Premium Annual Plan14 Days trial2 variants$59.991 Year
3 purchases

Allergy Plus by Pollen.com

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Subscription$2.491 Month
  • Seasonal Subscription$6.993 Months
  • Annual Subscription$24.991 Year

Questions

Is SkinSAFE free?
SkinSAFE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Allergy Plus by Pollen.com free?
Allergy Plus by Pollen.com is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SkinSAFE or Allergy Plus by Pollen.com?
Allergy Plus by Pollen.com is rated higher. SkinSAFE averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.9K ratings, while Allergy Plus by Pollen.com averages 4.8 from 23K ratings.
Do SkinSAFE or Allergy Plus by Pollen.com have ads?
Allergy Plus by Pollen.com shows ads; SkinSAFE does not.
Which is updated more often, SkinSAFE or Allergy Plus by Pollen.com?
SkinSAFE ships an update monthly, and Allergy Plus by Pollen.com every 3 weeks. Most recently, SkinSAFE was updated on October 26, 2026 and Allergy Plus by Pollen.com on October 28, 2026.

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