# MyCareLink Smart™ US vs iPacemaker Device

The clearest difference is rating: iPacemaker Device at 4.7 against MyCareLink Smart™ US's 3.7. iPacemaker Device also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 5 months) and chart position (#60 vs unranked). MyCareLink Smart™ US's advantage is review sentiment (64% vs 28%) and in-app purchases (none vs 7). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iPacemaker Device sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. MyCareLink Smart™ US asks for nothing beyond the download.

iPacemaker Device holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 289 and 365 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 64% of MyCareLink Smart™ US's written reviews are positive against 28% of iPacemaker Device's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

MyCareLink Smart™ US ships an update every 5 months, iPacemaker Device every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MyCareLink Smart™ US | iPacemaker Device |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (289 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mycarelink-smart-us/id988957178/reviews) | **[4.7 (365 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipacemaker-device/id1126088055/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 289 | **365** |
| Positive reviews | **64.0% of reviews** | 27.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#60** |
| Size | 32 MB | 218 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Medtronic, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/445860677) | [IPACEMAKER S.R.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1780219062) |

## What reviewers say

### MyCareLink Smart™ US

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mycarelink-smart-us/id988957178)

This app allows heart device patients to remotely send their device information to their doctor. It works with a special reader prescribed by a physician, enabling convenient data transmission between clinic visits or when feeling unwell. Users can also check when their information was last sent.

**Highlights:** Remote heart device data transmission, Connects with MyCareLink Smart Reader, Track last data transmission date, For pacemaker and CRT-P patients, Doctor-prescribed device required

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Convenient for monitoring
- 👍 Provides peace of mind
- 👍 Works well with phone
- 👍 Simple and clear process

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🐛 App doesn't update
- 🐛 Useless without data access
- 🐛 No user data visibility
- 🐛 License agreement concerning

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after hitting play button
- App doesn't work since last update
- App needs update for iOS 11 compatibility
- Loud alarms cannot be quieted

**Requested features**

- Record symptoms
- See data being sent
- Apple Watch app for transmissions
- Push notifications for transmission status
- Push notifications for next transmission due


### iPacemaker Device

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipacemaker-device/id1126088055)

**Currently charting:** #60 Top Grossing · Medical (US App Store)

Access a vast database of implantable cardiac devices, including pacemakers and defibrillators. Get detailed technical specifications, connector information, advisories, and MRI compatibility checks. Compare devices and explore algorithms to aid in selection and management.

**Highlights:** Extensive device database, Detailed technical datasheets, Connector and tool information, Advisories and safety warnings, Multibrand MRI compatibility evaluation, Algorithm descriptions, Side-by-side device comparison

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 month subscription REGULAR | $9.99 | per month |
| 3 Months Subscription | $49.99 | per 3 months |
| 12 months subscription REGULAR | $49.99 | per year |
| 6 Months Subscription | $59.99 | per 6 months |
| 12 Months Subscription | $99.99 | per year |
| 12 months subscription PREMIUM | $109.99 | per year |
| 12 months subscription PREMIUM | $109.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great resource for cardiac rhythm devices
- 👍 App is useful for professionals
- 👍 Some users find it helpful
- 👍 Support team helped some users

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Prohibitively expensive
- 💸 Price increase is steep
- 💸 So expensive for no reason
- 💸 Creator got greedy
- 💸 Subscription fees are ridiculous

**Reported bugs**

- App keeps refreshing, cannot open
- App cannot be opened
- App enters interface and stops, cannot open
- App has not worked for years
- App hasn't worked for days

**Requested features**

- More equitable evaluation of company representation
- Fix app hanging/slow opening
- Update for newer devices
- Grandfather in lifetime members
- Refund original charge for lifetime members


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MyCareLink Smart™ US free?

MyCareLink Smart™ US is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is iPacemaker Device free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MyCareLink Smart™ US or iPacemaker Device?

iPacemaker Device is rated higher. MyCareLink Smart™ US averages 3.7 out of 5 from 289 ratings, while iPacemaker Device averages 4.7 from 365 ratings.

### Do MyCareLink Smart™ US or iPacemaker Device have ads?

Neither MyCareLink Smart™ US nor iPacemaker Device shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MyCareLink Smart™ US or iPacemaker Device?

MyCareLink Smart™ US ships an update every 5 months, and iPacemaker Device every 4 days. Most recently, MyCareLink Smart™ US was updated on October 12, 2026 and iPacemaker Device on October 14, 2026.

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