DermNet vs VisualDx (2025): The Library vs The Diagnostic Engine

Last reviewed: 2025-12-17 · Reviewed by

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At a Glance

Who is it for?

DermNet:Everyone

VisualDx:Professionals

Why choose DermNet?

  • **Free**: Open access.
  • **SEO**: Easy to Google.
  • **Leaflets**: Great patient info.

Why choose VisualDx?

  • **Diagnostic**: Helps you *find* the diagnosis.
  • **Skin of Color**: Superior diversity in images.
  • **Variations**: Shows mild/moderate/severe examples.

Feature Comparison

CapabilityDermNetVisualDx
FunctionVerification (I think it is X)Investigation (What is this?)
CostFreePaid

In-Depth Analysis

Overview

DermNet is for when you have a name ("Pityriasis Rosea") and want to check if it looks right. VisualDx is for when you have a patient ("Scaly rash on trunk") and need a name.

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Use-Cases

Confirming a Diagnosis

When to choose DermNet

  • **Perfect.** Quick and free.

When to choose VisualDx

  • Overkill.

Unknown Diagnosis

When to choose DermNet

  • Hard to search if you don't know the name.

When to choose VisualDx

  • **Winner.** Search by appearance.