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Medisafe Medication Management vs Max

Medisafe Medication Management 4.7★ · Free to download 70
Winner Medisafe Medication Management
Max 4.8★ · Free + IAP 55

Medisafe Medication Management is the better choice for comprehensive and reliable medication tracking, despite recent stability and pricing concerns, while Max is a simpler, ad-supported option with unique reminder features but significant functional drawbacks.

Full reviews: Medisafe Medication Management · Max

Medisafe offers robust features like refill reminders and family tracking, but faces recent issues with bugs, crashes, and a shift to a subscription model. Max provides simple, cute reminders with a unique call feature, but struggles with ads, syncing, and notifications requiring the app to be open.

Head to head

Features and Customization edge: Medisafe Medication ManagementR1R2R4R6
Medisafe Medication Management Medisafe is praised for its comprehensive features, including organizing multiple medications, tracking refills, and managing doses for dependents R2R20. Users appreciate the ability to track symptoms and generate reports, though some wish for more detailed reporting R4. However, some users find it difficult to edit dose times, set hourly intervals, or customize specific dosage formats like mg/ml R1R6.
Max Max is noted for its flexibility in rescheduling doses and its ability to track multiple habits . Users like the level of detail for medication frequency and times . However, it lacks the ability to set overnight times and some users find the options for skipping dosages inconsistent . Recent updates have also made the app confusing for some users .
Ease of Use and Interface tieR5R18R20R23
Medisafe Medication Management Many users find Medisafe's interface clean, intuitive, and easy to set up R5R23. It's considered user-friendly, even for seniors R20. However, recent updates have introduced issues like difficulty scrolling, small unreadable icons, and a cluttered interface with unwanted features R18. Some find the transition to a paid model and navigation difficult R28R39.
Max Max is generally described as simple, straightforward, and easy to use R89. Users appreciate its cute characters and non-intrusive design R89. However, recent updates have complicated the setup and daily usage for some . The calendar interface is also reported to be confusing and difficult to interact with .
Reminders and Reliability edge: Medisafe Medication ManagementR5R8R9R13
Medisafe Medication Management Medisafe is highly praised for its reliable and consistent reminders, with many users stating it has significantly helped them remember to take medications R5R8R23. The app's continuous reminders until acknowledged are a key benefit for some R23. However, some users report issues with reminder sounds not being loud enough or continuous R9, and a persistent bug where reminders repeat every 10 minutes without a way to change the interval R13. There are also reports of alarms not sounding at all .
Max Max's unique call reminder feature, often with animal noises, is a standout and highly effective for many users R62R65R68R89. It's particularly helpful for those who struggle with traditional alarms R65. However, a significant drawback is that the app often needs to be left open or running in the background for notifications and calls to function . Some users report no sound from notifications or the call feature not working despite being enabled .
Performance and Stability tieR3R10R12R19
Medisafe Medication Management Medisafe has historically been stable, but many recent reviews highlight significant performance issues. Users report the app crashing frequently, taking many attempts to open, and pages glitching or being unresponsive R10R19. There are also reports of updates causing data loss or incorrect tracking . Syncing with Apple Watch has also been an issue for some R3R12.
Max Max also suffers from performance issues, with users reporting glitches, freezing, and the app being slow or buffering . Data loss is a recurring problem, with users losing logs or having to re-enter all their medications R93. There are also reports of syncing issues between devices R69 and problems with transferring data to new phones .
Price and Value tieR27R28R31R39
Medisafe Medication Management Medisafe was historically free and highly valued for its utility R28R39R40R49. However, a recent shift to a subscription model, with costs up to $60/year, has caused significant user frustration and negative reviews R28R39R40. Many users state they will uninstall the app rather than pay for a subscription R40. There are also concerns about privacy and data selling due to sponsored content R27R31.
Max Max is a free app with in-app purchases, but users frequently complain about intrusive ads that disrupt the experience, causing the app to freeze or requiring restarts R67R72. Some users would be willing to pay for an ad-free or faster version .
Pick Medisafe Medication Management if

You need comprehensive medication tracking with features like refill reminders, family tracking, and detailed history, and are willing to tolerate recent stability issues and a subscription fee for a robust feature set R5R20.

Pick Max if

You prefer a simple, straightforward medication reminder app with unique and effective call reminders, and don't mind occasional ads or the need to keep the app open for notifications R62R65R89.

Evidence note: Medisafe's lifetime rating is slightly lower than Max's, but it has significantly more ratings. Recent negative reviews for Medisafe are heavily skewed by performance issues and the shift to a paid subscription, which impacts its perceived value despite its strong feature set. Max's negative reviews are primarily focused on ads, stability, and notifications requiring the app to be open.

Frequently asked

Is Medisafe Medication Management free to use?
Medisafe Medication Management was previously free but has recently transitioned to a subscription model, with some users reporting costs up to $60 per year R28R39R40R49.
Does Max offer unique reminder features?
Yes, Max is praised for its unique 'call reminder' feature, which uses animal noises to remind users to take their medication, and many find it more effective than standard alarms R62R65R68R89.
Do these apps have issues with syncing or data transfer?
Both apps have reported issues with syncing and data transfer; Medisafe users mention problems with Apple Watch syncing R3R12, while Max users frequently report data loss, unsynced information across devices, and difficulties transferring data to new phones R69R93.
Are there concerns about ads or privacy in either app?
Max users frequently complain about intrusive ads that disrupt the user experience, often causing the app to freeze R67R72. Medisafe users have raised concerns about sponsored content, data selling, and privacy, with some finding certain sections invasive R27R31.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R1] Medisafe Medication Management 2/5 · US Unable to edit: Once a med is entered and saved it is not possible to change the times of dose. The drop down edit menu does not have many options. Cataract surgery eye drop reminders are not recommended with this app. The three ocular drop meds are combined into one bottle now. It is not offered in the selections of eye drop drugs. The drops for each eye overlap as they start within two weeks of
  2. [R2] Medisafe Medication Management 5/5 · US app is amazing!: this app is so helpful with keeping all my meds organized! i'm so happy i found it
  3. [R4] Medisafe Medication Management 2/5 · US Only saves 30 days history: I wish I’d known before I committed to this app that it only stores the last 30 days of history. I’ve been using it to track symptoms and medications for our cat. We showed up at the vet yesterday and found that I couldn’t see the history since the last time we brought him in. There were also a few minor glitches that I was willing to overlook because it had the feature
  4. [R6] Medisafe Medication Management 3/5 · US Not terribly impressed: This works fine for what functions it does offer. But I feel like a big thing that’s missing is the ability to set medications for certain hourly intervals. Like if I take Tylenol at 1, I should be able to automatically set the app to remind me to take it at 7/after 6 hours
  5. [R5] Medisafe Medication Management 5/5 · US Simple, Reliable, and Easy to Use: Medisafe has been a great medication tracker. The reminders are reliable, the interface is clean and intuitive, and setting up medications takes only a few minutes. It makes it easy to stay consistent with daily supplements and medications without feeling overwhelmed. A well-designed app that does exactly what it promises.
  6. [R18] Medisafe Medication Management 3/5 · US Option to zoom pill icons: Pill icon is small and status on the pill is unreadable. Allow to zoom or make the pills with status larger. Test with those using reading glasses.
  7. [R20] Medisafe Medication Management 5/5 · US Perfect for Seniors: Perfect for this 74 year old. Recently I had a spinal fusion surgery and am taking the over twenty pills I take daily. Additionally the meds I take cause memory loss, Having both my wife and myself monitoring everything assures me I will get the meds on time. 100% love this app.
  8. [R23] Medisafe Medication Management 5/5 · US The best far and away: I’m on heart meds twice a day. What I like is that you have to mark your pills as taken. Unlike reminders on the iPhone or other apps, it doesn’t go away if you don’t take your meds. The app will continually remind you. The interface is soooo user friendly (not clunky and full of weird ads).
  9. [R8] Medisafe Medication Management 5/5 · US This App Literally Saves My Life: Soooo I’m terrible with medication. I hate taking it. I do everything I can to avoid it but I unfortunately was diagnosed with cancer and am now on estrogen blocking medication to prevent the cancer from growing if it is still in my body. I was terrible at taking it consistently and would forget all the time. Multiple days sometimes. Which is bad because then I’m
  10. [R9] Medisafe Medication Management 3/5 · US Reminder sound: Reminder sound not loud enough. Would be more effective if alerts were continuous until user responds. Or provide that option.
  11. [R13] Medisafe Medication Management 1/5 · US App is broken: The app reminds you every 10 minutes to take a schedules dose. There is no way to change the time interval. So if are busy and can’t acknowledge the reminder, you could have a dozen or more reminders in less than an hour. It wastes battery life. Still not fixed.
  12. [R3] Medisafe Medication Management 3/5 · US Not connecting to watch: Message on watch says connection not reachable. Was working. Checked everything on watch and phone, updates, etc. It’s a must have for me.
  13. [R10] Medisafe Medication Management 1/5 · US Was very useful but not now: I have used the app for years and now it crashes all the time. It takes up to 30 attempts to open it. Contacted them and zero fixes but they told me they would fix it.
  14. [R12] Medisafe Medication Management 3/5 · US Stopped syncing: This app I was worked great until about a couple years ago and no matter what I do it Will not sync correctly with my Apple Watch. It shows medicine that I no longer take. And the ones that I do take if I put I take them it does not sync it to my Medisafe on my iPhone.
  15. [R19] Medisafe Medication Management 1/5 · US Very glitchy and bugged: Pages often “bounce” glitch out several times and app is unresponsive a lot. Not worth the time or effort. This really is shoddy work by the devs as it’s always done this for me across different devices
  16. [R27] Medisafe Medication Management 3/5 · US App is great, tiny caveat (UX): Sponsored section (For You) took over my app and blasted me with HIV information because of a previous Truvada prescription for about a month; very invasive and unnecessary. App is selling data; not sure how much of it is privacy protected but would not put anything that's personally identifying in here. Opt-out is not obvious but possible. App works great otherwise
  17. [R28] Medisafe Medication Management 1/5 · US Too difficult now: I’ve used this app for several years - it was free and very helpful and relatively simple. Now it costs $60 yr, and I can’t even navigate your transition. Very sad to lose this reminder.
  18. [R31] Medisafe Medication Management 1/5 · US If you like your data being illegally sold…: You’ll love Medisafe!
  19. [R39] Medisafe Medication Management 3/5 · US Needs subscription: This used to be free to use but now needs a subscription. Other downsides include that the Ui is not that intuitive, especially going back to do a dose that is say weekly but you took on a diffeeent day.
  20. [R40] Medisafe Medication Management 1/5 · US Paid: How exactly is it fair that this app is paid only now? We can’t even access our data to have the option to leave because this big notification that requires payment shows up when trying to open the app. I’m not paying you to set a reminder for my medication. This app is trash to me now.
  21. [R49] Medisafe Medication Management 1/5 · US Use to be free: It seems everyone wants a subscription including this app which hasn't changed in the years I've been using it.
  22. [R62] Max 5/5 · US Adorable program: The phone call reminder is ingenious.
  23. [R65] Max 5/5 · US The best: I’ve always struggled with taking my meds. This app just makes it so much easier, there is something about the animal noises that make it different than an alarm, and the calling reminder is great.
  24. [R68] Max 5/5 · US Wonderful!!: I don't usually write reviews but I wanted to give this app its kudos. I love it!! I struggle with memory issues, and this app has made meditation management so much easier! I personally love the call reminder, I've never seen it in any other app before and it's helped me so much. Thank you max!!!
  25. [R89] Max 5/5 · US Very Cute and Straightforward: This app has one goal and one goal only: to remind you to take your meds with cute animal noises. And it succeeds beautifully. Has helped me actually stay on track and consistent with taking my meds and vitamins than any other reminder I’ve had before. I also love the little reminder calls that are just the animals making various noises to encourage you to take your
  26. [R69] Max 3/5 · US Almost a perfect all: I have this app on two devices. When I click the done button it shows it as checked on one device and not the other. Seems like it’s not syncing.
  27. [R93] Max 3/5 · US data erased suddenly: This worked great for the first four days or so but my data was suddenly erased and now I have to re-set all of the reminders I had.
  28. [R67] Max 1/5 · US Cute characters but the ADS!!: The ads backlog the checking off of each medication, and almost every time I have to restart the app to check off the next one. My dog takes multiple medications daily, so it’s important that I can check off these things with ease, without the ad just freezing the page where Max is “cheering”. Too bad because I love how customizable this is.
  29. [R72] Max 3/5 · US Ads: How nice it would be if google lead services would stop. Would have given app 5 stars. Don’t see a way to stop the ads

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store