Comparison

GlucoWatch vs MyFreeStyle

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

Head to head
About

GlucoWatch

This app displays real-time glucose data from compatible sensors directly on your Apple Watch face. It offers convenient and discreet monitoring for users of Abbott's FreeStyle Libre 2 and Libre 3 sensors.

Highlights
  • Real-time glucose data display
  • Apple Watch face integration
  • Compatible with FreeStyle Libre 2 & 3
  • Discreet monitoring
  • Uses LibreLinkUp app data
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GlucoWatch is an Apple Watch app dedicated to glucose monitoring, compatible with Abbott's FreeStyle Libre 2 and Libre 3 sensors. Important: If you encounter any issues downloading the app, please download it directly from the App Store on your Apple Watch, not from your iPhone. GlucoWatch displays real-time glucose data transmitted via the LibreLinkUp app directly on your watch face for convenient and discreet monitoring. GlucoWatch is an independent, personally developed app with no affiliation to Abbott. The information displayed is not intended for medical use. Always refer to your official LibreLink or Libre 3 app, or perform a blood glucose test if you have any doubts about the data. All trademarks, logos, and brand names are the property of their respective owners.

About

MyFreeStyle

This app helps you achieve your goals by supporting habit integration and providing personalized guidance. It offers tips for nutrition, activity, and wellness, along with recipes and exercise recommendations. Track your progress and make sustainable lifestyle changes.

Highlights
  • Personalized goal setting
  • Habit integration support
  • Nutrition and activity tracking
  • Diabetes-friendly recipes
  • Customizable notifications
  • Progress tracking
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The MyFreeStyle app syncs to your Libre apps’* historical glucose data to offer personalized nudges, that help you see how meals and activity may impact your glucose. ​The Libre app shows your glucose numbers in real time, while the MyFreeStyle app connects your historical glucose data to your daily habits, and helps you reflect on your choices, track progress, and build new routines. Together, they create a complete experience, supporting you every step of the way—from daily decisions to long-term progress. Personalized notifications: Get support based on your historical glucose data so you can learn what works for your body, celebrate your wins, and build routines that feel right for you. Goal setting: Choose goals that matter to you—like moving more, eating well, or managing weight—and see your daily and weekly progress, all in one place. ​ Meal photo logging: Snap a photo of your food and get a breakdown of calories, carbs, and proteins in seconds to support your nutrition and weight goals. Activity insights: Your activity is automatically logged and connected with your historical glucose data, helping you see how activity supports your progress. ​ Lifestyle tips for everyday moments: Get simple tips on food, activity, stress, and sleep—guided by your historical glucose patterns. The MyFreeStyle app is a general wellness application available for users of the FreeStyle Libre apps. It is intended for use by people with diabetes 18 years and older to support their healthy habit formation through personalized behavioral nudges focused on nutrition and physical activity that may help promote healthy lifestyle choices. The app is not intended for any individualized care, including professional nutrition advice, treatment decisions, and diabetes management. *The FreeStyle Libre systems apps are only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Please check the Support section of our website for more information about device compatibility before using the apps. Use of the FreeStyle Libre systems apps may require registration with LibreView.

Screenshots

MyFreeStyle4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: GlucoWatch at 69% against MyFreeStyle's 18%. GlucoWatch also leads on rating (3.6 vs 2.7) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 months). MyFreeStyle's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On price, ads and device support 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. GlucoWatch sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. MyFreeStyle asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GlucoWatch holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 2.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 195 and 49 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of GlucoWatch's written reviews are positive against 18% of MyFreeStyle's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GlucoWatch ships an update every 2 weeks, MyFreeStyle every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
GlucoWatch versus MyFreeStyle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGlucoWatchMyFreeStyle
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (195 ratings) — better2.7 (49 ratings)
Positive reviews69.2% of reviews — better18.2% of reviews
Number of ratings195 — better49
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB171 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDenis LabasteAbbott Labs

Customer experience

GlucoWatch

All ratings195 ratings
Positive64.1%
Neutral6.7%
Negative29.2%
Written reviews292 reviews
Positive69.2%
Neutral8.9%
Negative21.9%

MyFreeStyle

All ratings39 ratings
Positive38.5%
Neutral10.3%
Negative51.3%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive18.2%
Neutral13.6%
Negative68.2%

Bugs and requests

GlucoWatch

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App not showing up on watch
  • Disconnection issues after updates
  • Apple Health sync not working

Requested features

4 requests
  • Automatic Apple Health sync
  • Customizable alert thresholds
  • Larger font size on watch face
  • Direct sensor reading without phone

MyFreeStyle

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

GlucoWatch

One-time4
  • Sympathetic donation$4.00
  • Generous donation$9.00
  • Incredible donation$18.00
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  • Legendary donation$45.00
None

MyFreeStyle

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GlucoWatch free?
GlucoWatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MyFreeStyle free?
MyFreeStyle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, GlucoWatch or MyFreeStyle?
GlucoWatch is rated higher. GlucoWatch averages 3.6 out of 5 from 195 ratings, while MyFreeStyle averages 2.7 from 49 ratings.
Do GlucoWatch or MyFreeStyle have ads?
Neither GlucoWatch nor MyFreeStyle shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GlucoWatch or MyFreeStyle?
GlucoWatch ships an update every 2 weeks, and MyFreeStyle every 4 months. Most recently, GlucoWatch was updated on September 24, 2026 and MyFreeStyle on September 9, 2026.

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