TL;DR: Key Takeaways
- Free = AI screening (instant, browser-only, no account)
- Not free = a human dermatologist writing you a personal opinion
- Anonymous human review starts at $19.99 in 2026 (ScanSkinAI)
- The best pattern: free AI first, paid human only when flagged
- Beware services that say 'free' but require a subscription to see the result
What is a "free AI prediction"?
A single AI screening result on a photo you upload, delivered in your browser without an app install or an account. Free predictions are a triage tool — not a medical diagnosis — and are governed by our Terms of Service.
What is genuinely free in 2026
- ScanSkinAI's AI mole and skin check — browser-only, no account required
- Educational content and symptom-picture libraries
- NHS GP referrals in the UK (2-week wait pathway for suspected skin cancer)
- Public-system dermatology in Australia, Canada, EU — with multi-week waits
What isn't free (and why)
A licensed human dermatologist writing you a personal opinion takes time — that's why individual case review will always have a price. The 2026 floor for that service is about $19.99 for anonymous, email-only review.
Services that say "free" but aren't
- 'Free scan' that requires a subscription to see the result
- 'Free trial' that auto-renews if you don't cancel in 7 days
- 'Free' contingent on installing a paid app
- 'Free' contingent on sharing data with third parties
The most efficient 2026 pattern
- Step 1: Free AI screen (ScanSkinAI) — 30 seconds
- Step 2: If AI flags concern, anonymous human review ($19.99)
- Step 3: If human review escalates, in-person specialist
Start with the free AI screen
Browser-based, no account, no install. Escalate only if it flags a concern.