BluHale vs MiniMed Simulator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BluHale
This application works with a specialized device to help healthcare professionals train patients on proper inhaler technique. It is not a diagnostic tool but aids in demonstrating correct usage and handling.
- Patient training on inhaler technique
- Works with BluHale PRO™ device
- Demonstrates proper handling
- Educational tool for healthcare professionals
- Provides support contact information
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Users should seek a doctor’s advice in addition to using this app and before making any medical decisions. This app is designed to be used with the BluHale PRO™ device for healthcare professionals. BluHale PRO is an accessory device, designed by MannKind®, that mounts onto the inhaler to facilitate healthcare professionals in training patients on proper inhalation technique and handling. *It is important to keep in mind that BluHale PRO is not a diagnostic device. The app store is not to be used as a point of contact for BluHale PRO product support or customer service. For BluHale PRO support, contact information is provided in the application. For any other MannKind product support, please contact us at guide@mannkindcorp.com or 833-823-4843. BLUHALE, BLUHALE PRO, MANNKIND and the MannKind logo are all trademarks owned by MannKind Corporation. ©2022 MannKind Corporation.
MiniMed Simulator
Explore and practice using an insulin pump system before physical use. This interactive simulation offers a guided preview of the system's interface and navigation, preparing users for training. It is for educational purposes only and does not connect to a real pump.
- Interactive simulation of insulin pump system
- Practice key screens and navigation
- Guided preview of system interface
- Prepare for device training
- Explore system look and feel
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The MiniMed™ Simulator is an interactive experience designed to help you explore the MiniMed Flex™ insulin pump system with confidence before ever using the device. This simulation helps you practice, prepare for training while it shows you the look and feel of the MiniMed™ app, giving you a guided preview of key screens, navigation, and overview of the system. This simulator app is for demonstration and practice purposes only. It does not connect to the pump, and should not be used for therapy decisions. Important: Use this app to learn how to use your MiniMed app for therapy. Do not use this simulator app as a substitute for product instructions for use and product training. To learn more about the MiniMed Flex system, please visit minimed.com WARNING: Do not use the MiniMed Flex system until appropriate training has been received from a healthcare professional. Training is essential to ensure the safe use of the MiniMed Flex system. The MiniMed Flex system is approved and available in select countries throughout the world but has yet to be approved in others, e.g. Philippines. The MiniMed Simulator app is intended solely for the support of patients utilizing the MiniMed Flex system in approved countries and is not for sale, promotion, or general use within countries where is not approved, including the Philippines. ©2026 Medtronic MiniMed, Inc. MiniMed and MiniMed logo are trademarks of Medtronic MiniMed, Inc. ™*Third-party brands are trademarks of their respective owners.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: MiniMed Simulator at every 5 weeks against BluHale's every 20 months. MiniMed Simulator also leads on ratings volume (18 vs 6). BluHale's advantage is iOS requirement (12.2 vs 15.0). On price, rating, 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.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for BluHale against 4.9 for MiniMed Simulator. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 18 respectively.
BluHale ships an update every 20 months, MiniMed Simulator every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 10, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BluHale | MiniMed Simulator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (6 ratings) — better | 4.9 (18 ratings) |
| Number of ratings | 6 | 18 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 20 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.2 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 63 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MannKind Corporation | MiniMed |
Customer experience
BluHale
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In-app purchases
BluHale
No in-app purchases
MiniMed Simulator
No in-app purchases
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