# bant - Simplifying diabetes > Diabetes management app tracking lifestyle for blood glucose control. (iPhone/iPad app by University Health Network.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bant-simplifying-diabetes/id361257571 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [University Health Network](https://appshunter.io/developer/361257574) - Category: Health & Fitness, Medical - Price: Free - Rating: 4.30/5 from 282 App Store ratings · 44 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 11.0 · 119 MB - Languages: American English, Canadian French - Released: 2010-03-25 - Data updated: 2026-08-09 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bant-simplifying-diabetes/id361257571/reviews.md ## What is bant? Understand how your unique lifestyle impacts your blood glucose control. What is your personal diabetes story? Take meal photos, track weight, capture step data, and even sync directly with your Bluetooth blood glucose meter. Over time, trending of this data will help you adjust your daily habits to improve your diabetes. What is pre and post blood glucose? Taking a blood glucose reading before a meal and then 2 hours afterwards, can help you see how your body responds to certain meals. Were you active after your meal? Did you skip a meal? Let's better understand your behaviours and how it affects your diabetes. It's not just about numbers, it's about your personal diabetes story. -- bant integrates with the Health app to read your blood glucose, carb, weight, insulin, and step readings. -- Medical advice disclaimer- UHN makes no warranties or representations as to the accuracy, sufficiency, or completeness of the data provided by the application. The application is not intended as a substitute for advice, instructions, treatment decisions and other medical advice provided by your health care provider. The app is not a medical device. ## Key features - Blood glucose tracking - Meal logging with photos - Weight and step tracking - Bluetooth glucose meter sync - Health app integration - Personal diabetes story analysis ## What do users think of bant? Overall sentiment: mixed **Pros** - 👍 Simple and easy interface - 📊 Great visuals for data analysis - 🚀 Quick and easy data collection - 💡 Innovative interface for data entry - ✅ Timely reminders - ✨ Slick and simple interface - 💯 Great app for tracking numbers - 🌟 For all ages - 👍 Good tool and easy to use - 🚀 Easy to use and see data - 👍 Great app **Cons** - 🐛 Duplicating entries - ❌ Cannot add notes to entries - 🔌 Does not sync with Apple Health - 🔌 Glucometer pairing issues - 🚫 No Apple Watch version - ❌ Too little information from too many touches - ❌ Password issues during sign up - 🚫 Constant stream of pop-ups - ❓ Confusing interface with no help - 📉 No trend analysis - ❌ Difficult to accurately drop data marker - 🚫 Limited data input times - ❌ Interface can be infuriating - ❌ X and Y axes flipped on graph - ❌ Too simplified, no random BG option - ❌ Cannot limit testing to specific times - ❌ No documentation for Google Health sync **Commonly reported bugs** - Won't sync insulin dosage data to Apple Health - Won't sync Blood Glucose data to Apple Health - Duplicate entries for every log - Password mismatch error during sign up - Cannot change password - App will not transfer data to Apple Health - Readings are duplicating themselves - Syncing function stopped working with iOS10 - Error message when syncing with MS Healthvault - Cannot log numbers - Tweet function is iffy/doesn't work consistently - No room for non-traditional hours - Cannot add Random or Fasting samples **Most requested features** - Add food intake logging - Add insulin dosage logging (bolus/basal) - Add option to track insulin in bloodstream - Add option to add notes to entries - Add option to track food eaten - Add more glucometer compatibility (TRUEbalance, Oh’Care Lite, ReliOn Prime & ReliOn Premier Compact) - Add Apple Watch version - Add simple line chart for daily average mg/dL - Add trend analysis for 7, 30, 90 days - Add option for manual input via keypad/scroll wheel - Add option to change graph axis orientation - Add daily/weekly/monthly overlay graphs - Add % above and % below in range statistics - Add support for non-traditional work hours (e.g., day starts at 1pm) - Add option to add short/insulin and meds - Add option to add random BG readings - Add support for insulin intake to Google Health - Add carb intake logging - Add help menu - Add send button for feedback ## Recent user reviews (10 of 44) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bant-simplifying-diabetes/id361257571/reviews.md ### 3/5 — No notes?? *2024-06-11, version 5.2.0* It seems really dumb that you can’t add notes to entires. Why can’t I add notes about readings at all? I was just diagnosed with type 1 and it seems like taking notes is critical. How can that be missing? ### 5/5 — Good App *2023-04-05, version 5.2.0* Only thing that would make it better is if you come in out what you eat each time so you knew what spikes you! Awesome app other wise! ### 5/5 — For all ages *2021-10-04, version 5.0.1* Great app!! I’m 71 years old and there’s something(a lots) in the app for everyone ### 1/5 — I use 4 different glucometers *2021-06-18, version 5.0.0* You don’t have more than 2 choices in your Application and I use TRUEbalance, Oh’Care Lite, ReliOn Prime & ReliOn Premier Compact. It’s impossible for me to pair my glucometers with your Application. Can you add the 4 mentioned above to your Application and send me an email when you upgrade the same? ### 5/5 — Love this App! *2021-06-12, version 5.0.0* This App helps me keep on track with my blood numbers ### 1/5 — Won’t sync *2021-01-08, version 4.0.3* The Bant app will not transfer any insulin dosage data to the Apple Health app. This despite: • Phone settings > Health > Data Access & Devices: Bant is the only app listed for such information and all “Allow Bant to Write Data” options toggled on • Apple Health app > Insulin Delivery > Data Sources & Access > Data Sources: Bant is the only app listed The Bant app will not transfer any Blood Glucose data to the Apple Health app. This despite: • The same arrangement in the phone settings • Apple Health app > Blood Glucose > Data Sources & Access > Data Sources: Bant is the only app listed There’s no version of the app for the Apple Watch, either to enter data or look at data. There’s no option for either bolus or basal insulin. And, hence, nothing to show how long insulin is in the bloodstream. In sum, the app is just a basic one for entering data manually, like pretty much any other. ### 5/5 — BANT *2020-12-02, version 4.0.3* Very helpful app. More to learn about this app. ### 5/5 — Ready..... *2020-09-13, version 4.0.3* So far so good....!im ready to give this bant a go....! ### 5/5 — Application diabète *2020-08-31, version 4.0.3* Super application j’adore ### 5/5 — Nice and simple *2020-08-15, version 4.0.3* Very slick and simple and straightforward interface. I unfortunately can’t use because it doesn’t sync or allow importing of readings from Freestyle Libre (which I’m sure is no fault of Bant) ## Frequently asked questions about bant ### What is bant? bant is a health and fitness app designed to help users understand how their lifestyle impacts their blood glucose control. It allows for tracking meals, weight, steps, and syncing with Bluetooth glucose meters. ### Does bant have ads? No, bant does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use without any ad interruptions. ### What devices support bant? bant is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It integrates with the Health app to read various health data points. ### How accurate is the data in bant? The app is not a medical device and does not provide medical advice. The University Health Network, the developer, makes no warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of the data provided by the application. ### Can bant sync with my glucose meter? Yes, bant can sync directly with Bluetooth blood glucose meters. This allows for seamless integration of your blood glucose readings into the app. ### What is the age rating for bant? bant has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a wide range of users, including children and adults. ### How often is bant updated? The latest version of bant is 5.2.0, which was last updated on May 11, 2022. This suggests the app receives periodic updates. ### What kind of health data does bant integrate with? bant integrates with the Health app to read blood glucose, carb, weight, insulin, and step readings. This comprehensive integration helps users see a holistic view of their health. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 5.2.0 — 2022-05-11 Meal photos can be accessed on the app even if you delete them from your phone; Bluetooth connectivity has been enhanced; Bug fixes. ### 5.1.0 — 2022-02-05 Added activity/exercise logging, with bug fixes and enhancement. ### 5.0.2 — 2021-12-13 Bug fixes and improvements. ### 5.0.1 — 2021-07-19 Bug fixes ### 5.0.0 — 2021-04-22 Bug fixes ## More apps by University Health Network - [TEE Standard Views](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tee-standard-views/id653647341) - [TTE FOCUS Views](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tte-focus-views/id660850978) - [TTE Standard Views](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tte-standard-views/id660856485) - [TEE Alternative Views](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tee-alternative-views/id738646958) - [TEE Colour Doppler](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tee-colour-doppler/id752231916) All apps by University Health Network: https://appshunter.io/developer/361257574 ## Related topics [university health network](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/university-health-network) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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