Comparison

LibreLinkUp vs Dexcom Follow

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Remote glucose monitoring
  • Glucose history and insights
  • Glucose alarms (high/low)
  • Sensor alerts
  • Dark mode for viewing
Currently charting
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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.

About

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.

Highlights
  • Remote glucose monitoring
  • View glucose trends
  • Customizable glucose alerts
  • Push notifications
  • Monitor up to 25 sharers
Features
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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

Screenshots

LibreLinkUp4 screens
Dexcom Follow4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LibreLinkUp ships an update every 3 months, Dexcom Follow every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
LibreLinkUp versus Dexcom Follow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLibreLinkUpDexcom Follow
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (23K ratings) — better1.6 (841 ratings)
Positive reviews28.6% of reviews — better5.9% of reviews
Number of ratings23K — better841
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank#119#58 — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size89 MB236 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperNewyu, IncDexcom

Customer experience

LibreLinkUp

All ratings22,694 ratings
Positive95.1%
Neutral2.2%
Negative2.7%
Written reviews824 reviews
Positive28.6%
Neutral18.0%
Negative53.4%

Dexcom Follow

All ratings841 ratings
Positive7.8%
Neutral8.7%
Negative83.5%
Written reviews696 reviews
Positive5.9%
Neutral10.6%
Negative83.5%

User reviews

LibreLinkUp

From 23K App Store ratings

What 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 ratings

What 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

None

LibreLinkUp

No in-app purchases

None

Dexcom Follow

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LibreLinkUp free?
LibreLinkUp is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Dexcom Follow free?
Dexcom Follow is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, LibreLinkUp or Dexcom Follow?
LibreLinkUp is rated higher. LibreLinkUp averages 4.8 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while Dexcom Follow averages 1.6 from 841 ratings.
Do LibreLinkUp or Dexcom Follow have ads?
Neither LibreLinkUp nor Dexcom Follow shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LibreLinkUp or Dexcom Follow?
LibreLinkUp ships an update every 3 months, and Dexcom Follow every 2 months. Most recently, LibreLinkUp was updated on September 24, 2026 and Dexcom Follow on September 24, 2026.
Which is more popular, LibreLinkUp or Dexcom Follow?
LibreLinkUp currently peaks at #119 in the App Store charts, and Dexcom Follow at #58. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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