Orpyx vs Libre by Abbott
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Orpyx
This app works with specialized insoles to monitor foot pressure and temperature, helping to reduce the risk of lower limb complications. It provides real-time alerts for sustained pressure and guidance on how to offload it. Track your steps and wear time to proactively manage your foot health.
- Real-time plantar pressure monitoring
- Foot temperature tracking
- Step count and wear time insights
- Pressure offloading notifications
- Guidance for pressure relief
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The Orpyx® App is part of the Orpyx Sensory Insole system that helps reduce the risk of lower limb complications such as diabetic foot ulcers. This app works seamlessly with the Orpyx Sensory Insoles to monitor plantar pressure, foot temperature, step count and hours of wear. When sustained foot pressure is detected, you receive a real-time notification along with guidance to offload pressure from the affected area of your foot. Key Program Features: • Real-time plantar pressure offloading notifications • Foot pressure and temperature monitoring • Step count and wear time insights Stay proactive about your foot health and reduce your risk of complications with Orpyx®—we’re in this together every step of the way. Requires Orpyx® Sensory Insoles to function.
Libre by Abbott
This app provides continuous glucose monitoring for individuals with diabetes. It automatically updates glucose readings to your phone every minute and offers insights into trends and settings. Compatible with specific FreeStyle Libre sensors, it aids in managing diabetes by tracking glucose levels.
- Continuous glucose monitoring
- Automatic readings every minute
- Glucose trend insights
- Compatibility with FreeStyle Libre 2 and 3
- Generative AI for food impact analysis
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Libre app[±] is a continuous glucose-monitoring (CGM) app that helps people living with diabetes track their glucose. Compatible with FreeStyle Libre 2 and 3 system sensors. Why Libre app: • Readings automatically update on your phone[±] every minute. • Insights, a tap away. Designed to easily find readings, trends, and settings. COMPATIBILITY Compatibility may vary between operating systems. Learn more about compatible phones and devices at https://www.freestyle.abbott/us-en/support.html. APP INFORMATION Libre app[±] is intended for measuring glucose levels in people with diabetes age 4+ when used with FreeStyle Libre 2 and FreeStyle Libre 3 sensors, and for people with diabetes age 2+ when used with FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus and FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensors. For more information, refer to the user’s manual, accessible in the app. Consult a healthcare professional to confirm if this product is right for you or if you have questions about how to use this product to make treatment decisions. ±. For information about device compatibility, see https://www.freestyle.abbott/us-en/support.html ǂ. Libre Assist is a feature within Libre app that uses generative artificial intelligence to provide information on how foods could impact your glucose levels. Generative artificial intelligence may not always be accurate, and it should not be used to make treatment decisions. ◊. Do not use the smartwatch app for treatment decisions. Follow the Libre app instructions on your smartphone. ø. Glucose data and alerts appear on your smartwatch only when your phone is in range of the sensor. Alerts are mirrored from the Libre phone app. Ensure your phone settings are enabled to receive notifications. *. Notifications will only be received when alarms settings are enabled and turned on and sensor is within 20 feet (FreeStyle Libre 2 system) 33 feet (FreeStyle Libre 3 system) unobstructed of the reading device. π. The user’s device must have internet connectivity for glucose data to automatically upload to LibreView and to transfer to connected LibreLinkUp app users. µ. LibreView data management software is intended for use by both patients and healthcare professionals to assist people with diabetes and their healthcare professionals in the review, analysis, and evaluation of historical glucose meter data to support effective diabetes management. LibreView software is not intended to provide treatment decisions or to be used as a substitute for professional healthcare advice. Δ. LibreLinkUp app is only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Check the Support section of www.librelinkup.com for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Use of the LibreLinkUp app requires registration with LibreView. 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.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Orpyx at 5.0 against Libre by Abbott's 4.6. Libre by Abbott's advantage is ratings volume (110K vs 1) and chart position (#28 vs unranked). 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.
Orpyx holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Libre by Abbott has 110K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Orpyx | Libre by Abbott |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 4.6 (110K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 39.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 110K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | — | #28 — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 112 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Orpyx Medical Technologies Inc. | Abbott Labs |
Customer experience
Orpyx
Libre by Abbott
Bugs and requests
Orpyx
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Libre by Abbott
Reported bugs
2 issues- Cannot connect to active sensor
- No historical data transfer
Requested features
9 requests- Apple Health connectivity
- Widget support
- Dual sensor connections
- Customizable alert profiles
- Delayed high alerts
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- Sensor calibration
- Apple Watch integration
- Glucose home screen updates
- Trend line zoom
In-app purchases
Orpyx
No in-app purchases
Libre by Abbott
No in-app purchases
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