Asan ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Key Takeaways
Core Features: Tracks menstrual cycle phases (follicular, ovulatory, luteal, menstrual), mood, flow, symptoms, and includes a unique carbon-footprint tracker tied to reusable period product use.
Design & Inclusivity: Clean, intuitive interface built entirely by women, aimed at users from puberty to menopause; multilingual support beginning to roll out.
Data Handling: Fully free, no ads, and privacy-first—data is anonymised, stored under GDPR standards, and never sold or shared with third parties.
Verdict Summary: Asan stands out for blending cycle awareness with environmental impact tracking. Excellent transparency and UX, with limited clinical depth.
Medical Integrity
Score: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
Content covers cycle phase recognition, symptom logging, and wellness tips with general health insights. However, it lacks formal medical partnerships or clinician review of content.
Doctor’s Note:
“Solid for tracking and awareness—but without clinical oversight, users shouldn't rely on it for medical diagnostics or fertility decisions.”
Ethical Standards
Score: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
Developed by a women-led team with zero advertising and a clear mission to drive behaviour change through sustainability. Encourages eco-friendly choices ethically.
Doctor’s Note:
“Strong user-centric approach and clear ethics. Could expand inclusivity by offering more medically grounded content.”
Data Privacy & Protection
Score: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
GDPR-compliant, anonymized practice; users may delete accounts anytime. No data selling or third-party tracking conducted.
Doctor’s Note:
“Privacy-forward design is commendable. Adding clarity about data retention timelines would further improve trust.”
UX & Accessibility
Score: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
The app is visually clean and intuitive—logging symptoms, cycles, and environmental impact is simple and engaging. Limited information is available on accessibility features like screen readers or adjustable font sizes.
Doctor’s Note:
“User-friendly and motivating experience; future accessibility enhancements would make it more inclusive.”
Behavioral Impact
Score: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
Positive nudges around sustainable menstrual product use and self-monitoring drive beneficial eco-health behaviours. There are no commercial upsells or paywalls—completely free.
Doctor’s Note:
“A great blend of health and environmental awareness. Consider including educational prompts on when to seek medical care for irregular cycles.”
Final Score: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5 stars)
Verdict:
The Asan Period Tracker is a refreshing, free app that combines menstrual cycle tracking with environmental responsibility. It excels in design, privacy, and ethical standards. While informative and engaging, it lacks medical oversight and advanced educational content. Ideal for eco-conscious users seeking basic cycle awareness.
Review Notes
This review reflects Asan Period Tracker’s status as of 25/06/2025. As the app evolves—especially with AI integration or clinical updates—it may be reconsidered for the SheRanked Doctor’s Approval Badge.
Reviewed by: Dr Christina Davies, SheRanked Doctor-led Review
Review Date: 25/06/2025
Medical Disclaimer
This review reflects an expert evaluation by a medical doctor, based on the app’s clinical credibility, ethical standards, data protection practices and user safety profile. It is not intended to provide individual medical advice, but rather to assess the app’s integrity and reliability for women’s health use.