Skinive vs DermLens AI: Which Type of Skin App Do You Need?
Searching “Skinive vs DermLens” is a sensible instinct, because both are AI skin apps and they sound similar. They are not really competitors, though: they do different jobs. This comparison is written by DermLens AI, so we have tried to be fair, to describe Skinive only from what it says about itself, and to say where it is the better choice.
The short version
- Skinive is built to check specific skin concerns, moles and conditions.
- DermLens AI is built to build a skincare and haircare routine, and to track how your skin is doing.
- Neither replaces a doctor. If you are worried about a mole, a rash or a changing patch of skin, see a GP or dermatologist.
What Skinive says it does
From its own homepage (we have not tested the app or its accuracy, and make no claims about it): Skinive describes itself as an “AI Skin Scanner, Mole Checker & Tracker” that can check visible skin concerns, moles, rashes, acne, eczema and 55+ other skin conditions. It describes itself as “CE-marked medical software developed by dermatologists”, offers iOS and Android apps, and says it has over one million users. Its homepage button reads “Get app free”, and its pricing was not shown on the pages we saw, so check the app for current costs.
What DermLens AI does
DermLens AI is not a medical product, and it does not diagnose conditions or check moles. You take a selfie, answer questions about your skin and routine, and it gives you:
- A Skin Score and a Skin Age estimate, free, with no card required
- With a paid plan: a personalised AM/PM routine, product and supplement recommendations (including a check of products you already own), face yoga exercises, and a haircare and scalp plan
- On membership plans: re-scans to track change over time, a skin journal and progress tracking
Plans at the time of writing (October 2026, UK prices): a one-off analysis at £4.99 with no subscription, a monthly plan at £7.99, and a founding-member annual plan at £24.99. Check the current prices on our site.
Which should you use?
Choose Skinive-type screening if…
- You want to check a mole, rash or specific skin condition and keep a record of it
- You want to share information with a clinician
Choose DermLens AI if…
- You want to know which products and ingredients suit your skin and goals
- You want a routine built around your life, including pregnancy or trying to conceive, and haircare
- You want to track skin and scalp progress over time
Or use both
They answer different questions, so there is no conflict in using a condition-screening app for a mole and a routine app for your day-to-day skincare. We cover more apps in our best AI skin analysis apps comparison.
An important point about every skin app: an app's result is not a diagnosis. New, changing, bleeding or non-healing spots, or anything that worries you, should be looked at by a doctor in person, whatever any app says.
The bottom line
Skinive and DermLens AI solve different problems. One is for checking skin concerns, the other for building and tracking a routine. Pick the one that matches your question, and see a doctor for anything worrying.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Skinive and DermLens AI?
Skinive describes itself as a skin scanner and mole checker for skin conditions. DermLens AI builds a skincare and haircare routine and tracks your skin over time. DermLens AI does not diagnose conditions or check moles.
Is DermLens AI a medical device?
No. DermLens AI is not a medical product, does not diagnose conditions and does not replace a doctor.
Is DermLens AI free?
The Skin Score and Skin Age are free with no card required. Fuller plans start at a one-off £4.99, and membership plans are available. Check the site for current prices.
Can an AI app check a mole?
Some apps say they can screen moles, but no app replaces a doctor. See a GP or dermatologist for any new, changing or worrying spot.
Can I use both apps?
Yes. They answer different questions, so many people could use a condition-screening app for specific concerns and a routine app for everyday skincare.
Sources
- Skinive. AI Skin Scanner, Mole Checker & Tracker (homepage, as viewed 11 October 2026). skinive.com
This article is general information, not medical advice. If you have a skin or scalp condition, or you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication, speak to a doctor, pharmacist or dermatologist before changing your routine.
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