LibreLinkUp vs Dexcom Follow
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LibreLinkUp
Monitor and support individuals using a FreeStyle Libre sensor and compatible app. View their glucose levels with a quick glance, receive alerts for high or low glucose, and get notified about sensor status. Understand glucose patterns with history and insights.
- Remote glucose monitoring
- Glucose history and insights
- Glucose alarms (high/low)
- Sensor alerts
- Dark mode for viewing
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The LibreLinkUp[2] app is a companion app that allows you to monitor[3] and support people who are using FreeStyle Libre systems sensors and compatible an app from the FreeStyle Libre family of apps. You can link up by asking them to invite you in their app. Whether you’re a family member, friend or co-worker, the LibreLinkUp app helps you monitor and support people in your life so they can continue making progress. Turn diabetes care into a more engaged team effort. Why LibreLinkUp? • History and insights: See recent history with the glucose graph or review a logbook of readings and alarms. • In the minute notifications: caregivers can set and receive alarms[3] and notifications in the LibreLinkUp app, as well as receive glucose transfer alarms set by connections. Compatibility may vary between operating systems. Learn more about compatible phones and devices at https://librelinkup.com/support 1. The FreeStyle Libre systems apps are designed to facilitate data sharing between patients and their healthcare providers and caregivers. 2. LibreLinkUp app is only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Check www.librelinkup.com for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Use of the LibreLinkUp app requires registration with LibreView. 3. The user’s device must have internet connectivity for glucose data to automatically upload to LibreView and to transfer to connected LibreLinkUp app users. Product for prescription only, for Important Safety Information please visit FreeStyleLibre.us The sensor housing, FreeStyle, Libre, and related brand marks are marks of Abbott. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. For additional legal notices, terms of use, product labeling, and interactive tutorial, go to: http://www.FreeStyleLibre.com. If you’re experiencing any issues, contact Customer Service directly.
Dexcom Follow
This app allows you to remotely monitor the glucose levels and trends of loved ones using a compatible continuous glucose monitoring system. Receive customizable alerts for out-of-range glucose levels, providing peace of mind and enabling timely responses.
- Remote glucose monitoring
- View glucose trends
- Customizable glucose alerts
- Push notifications
- Monitor up to 25 sharers
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The new Dexcom Follow App is part of the Dexcom SHARE® system. Use this app if your loved one is sharing data from their Dexcom CGM app. The Sharer will need to send an invitation to allow you to connect after you have installed the Follow app. Dexcom Follow works seamlessly with your loved one’s Dexcom CGM, giving you visibility into their glucose data, even when they’re far away. Dexcom Follow allows you to view and follow their glucose levels, trends and data right from the app. Whether your child is in school, your parent lives independently, or your partner is traveling, Dexcom Follow helps you stay connected and informed. With Dexcom Follow, you can: • Remotely monitor your loved one’s glucose at a glance from your phone or Apple Watch† • Receive glucose information of up to 25 different Sharers – children, friends, or other loved ones – if you know multiple people with diabetes • Respond quickly with the help of customizable glucose alerts and push notifications that can inform you when a Sharer’s glucose levels are outside of target range
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: LibreLinkUp at 4.8 against Dexcom Follow's 1.6. LibreLinkUp also leads on review sentiment (29% vs 6%) and ratings volume (23K vs 841). Dexcom Follow's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
LibreLinkUp holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LibreLinkUp has 23K ratings behind it against 841, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of LibreLinkUp's written reviews are positive against 6% of Dexcom Follow's.
LibreLinkUp ships an update every 3 months, Dexcom Follow every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.
| Parameter | LibreLinkUp | Dexcom Follow |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (23K ratings) — better | 1.6 (841 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 28.6% of reviews — better | 5.9% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 23K — better | 841 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | #119 | #58 — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 89 MB | 236 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Newyu, Inc | Dexcom |
Customer experience
LibreLinkUp
Dexcom Follow
User reviews
LibreLinkUp
From 23K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Ease of use
- 🚀 Convenient remote monitoring
- 💡 Helpful for managing diabetes
- 🚀 Instant data updates
- 👍 Provides peace of mind
Room to improve
- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Unreliable notifications
- 🐛 Inconsistent data accuracy
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🐛 Confusing setup process
Dexcom Follow
From 841 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Improved design
Room to improve
- 🔍 No widget available
- 🔍 No live updates or Apple Watch support
- 🔍 Reduced functionality compared to old app
Bugs and requests
LibreLinkUp
Reported bugs
4 issues- Sudden loss of connectivity
- Inconsistent data sync between devices
- Alarms not triggering as expected
- Inability to log in or create account
Requested features
5 requests- Add graph and trend visualization
- Allow customizable alarms and notifications
- Integrate insulin dosage and food intake logging
- Provide historical data access beyond 12 hours
- Enable Apple Watch integration
Dexcom Follow
Reported bugs
1 issue- Login issues preventing app usage
Requested features
3 requests- Add widget feature
- Implement live updates and Apple Watch support
- Restore previous app functionality
In-app purchases
LibreLinkUp
No in-app purchases
Dexcom Follow
No in-app purchases
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