It can mean unlimited basic logging, a limited number of entries, a timed trial, a recurring subscription for advanced reports, or a combination. The useful question is not only “Can I download it for free?” but “What remains usable after the free period?”
Four common free-app models
Free core
Basic logging stays free while advanced insights or reports require payment.
Entry allowance
You can test the full flow for a fixed number of episodes before continued logging is paid.
Timed trial
Premium access is available for a short period and may convert into a subscription.
Freemium subscription
Some functions remain free; a monthly or annual plan unlocks the rest.
Lifetime option
A one-time purchase may exist alongside, or instead of, subscriptions.
Completely free
Check how the app is funded and review its current privacy information.
Five questions to answer first
- Can I keep logging?
Find the exact free entry or time limit. - Can I still read my history?
A paywall for new entries is different from losing access to existing records. - Are reports and export included?
These often sit in a paid tier. - Does a trial renew automatically?
Review the App Store confirmation screen and subscription terms. - Is there a one-time option?
Compare the lifetime price with the period you expect to use the tracker.
Examples from current App Store listings
Migraine Buddy and Bearable are listed as free with in-app purchases. Migraine Tracker+ is also listed as free with in-app purchases. Individual free features and local prices are shown by each developer and may change. Our comparison guide explains their different product focus without treating price as the only criterion.
How MigraLoom’s free allowance works
MigraLoom currently lets you record five complete episodes. A one-time in-app purchase unlocks continued episode recording. Existing history, Patterns, Reports and basic export remain available without that purchase. It does not use an auto-renewing subscription.
This model is a good fit if you want to test the actual episode flow and prefer a one-time unlock. It is not the right fit if you need unlimited free logging.
Five episodes free
Test the complete workflow first.
No account is required. The App Store shows the current local price before purchase.
View MigraLoom ↗Editorial note
We checked US App Store listings on November 5, 2026. This guide does not guarantee future pricing or availability. Read the current product page, privacy policy and purchase confirmation for the app and country you use.
Medical notice: Price does not establish medical quality. Tracker apps are personal record tools and do not replace professional care.