# SkinSAFE vs The Celiac App

The clearest difference is review sentiment: The Celiac App at 85% against SkinSAFE's 29%. SkinSAFE's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (1.9K vs 92). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SkinSAFE sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month and The Celiac App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SkinSAFE holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SkinSAFE has 1.9K ratings behind it against 92, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 29% of SkinSAFE's written reviews are positive against 85% of The Celiac App's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

SkinSAFE ships an update monthly, The Celiac App every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SkinSAFE | The Celiac App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skinsafe-ingredient-scanner/id920196597/reviews)** | [4.3 (92 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-celiac-app/id6445896529/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.9K** | 92 |
| Positive reviews | 29.2% of reviews | **84.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#198** | — |
| Size | 121 MB | 92 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [SkinSAFE Products, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1709033550) | [The Celiac Space LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1674609856) |

## What reviewers say

### SkinSAFE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skinsafe-ingredient-scanner/id920196597)

**Currently charting:** #198 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SkinSAFE Premium Monthly Plan | $8.99 | per month |
| SkinSAFE Premium Annual Plan | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 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

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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


### The Celiac App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-celiac-app/id6445896529)

Navigate gluten-free living with dietitian-verified guidance. Discover safe foods, restaurants, and exclusive discounts. Gain confidence in managing celiac disease and gluten intolerance daily.

**Highlights:** Dietitian-verified tips and resources, Gluten-free food and product guides, Celiac-friendly restaurant lists, Ingredient and label verification, Exclusive partner discounts, Educational guides and practice scripts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The Celiac App Subscription | $6.99 | per month |
| App Access - Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| The Celiac App Yearly | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and understand
- 💡 Great resource for celiac disease
- 📚 Comprehensive information
- ✅ Helps with label reading
- 🍽️ Useful for dining out

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Expensive subscription
- 🚫 Limited free content
- ⚠️ Concerns about restaurant recommendations
- 🤔 Confusing to navigate
- 💳 Auto-renewal issues

**Reported bugs**

- App not working/downloading issues
- Subscription issues
- Login/password problems
- Automatic premium subscription charges
- Difficult to cancel subscription

**Requested features**

- More free content
- Improved restaurant recommendations
- Better explanation of cross-contamination risks at fast-food chains
- More language options for dining cards


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SkinSAFE free?

SkinSAFE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is The Celiac App free?

The Celiac App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SkinSAFE or The Celiac App?

SkinSAFE is rated higher. SkinSAFE averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.9K ratings, while The Celiac App averages 4.3 from 92 ratings.

### Do SkinSAFE or The Celiac App have ads?

Neither SkinSAFE nor The Celiac App shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SkinSAFE or The Celiac App?

SkinSAFE ships an update monthly, and The Celiac App every 3 weeks. Most recently, SkinSAFE was updated on November 6, 2026 and The Celiac App on November 7, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*