Comparison

GlucoWatch vs PaceBloom Interval Walk

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

PaceBloom Interval Walk

Features
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PaceBloom is a fully offline interval-walking coach that alternates relaxed walking with a purposeful brisk pace. You choose the effort; the app keeps the timing clear. • Built-in 15, 30, and 40 minute plans, plus custom phases and rounds • Sound, haptics, and optional local lock-screen cues for pace changes • Completed time, brisk minutes, perceived effort, and private notes • Weekly goals, an eight-week trend, and full walk history • CSV export, iPhone and iPad layouts, light and dark modes No account, network, location, motion, or health permission is required. There are no ads, subscriptions, analytics, or tracking; every plan and record stays on your device. PaceBloom is a timer, not medical advice, and makes no health-outcome claims. Walk in a safe environment. Stop and seek professional advice if you feel pain, dizziness, or unusual shortness of breath.

Screenshots

PaceBloom Interval Walk4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: GlucoWatch at Free against PaceBloom Interval Walk's $0.99. GlucoWatch also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). PaceBloom Interval Walk's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On 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

GlucoWatch is free to download; PaceBloom Interval Walk costs $0.99 up front. GlucoWatch sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. PaceBloom Interval Walk asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
GlucoWatch versus PaceBloom Interval Walk: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGlucoWatchPaceBloom Interval Walk
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating3.6 (195 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews69.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings195 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDenis Labaste志勇 孙

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

PaceBloom Interval Walk

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

PaceBloom Interval Walk

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GlucoWatch free?
GlucoWatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PaceBloom Interval Walk free?
PaceBloom Interval Walk costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do GlucoWatch or PaceBloom Interval Walk have ads?
Neither GlucoWatch nor PaceBloom Interval Walk shows ads.

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