DrKumo 2 vs Optum
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DrKumo 2
This secure, HIPAA-compliant platform enables remote patient monitoring, allowing patients and providers to easily share physiological data via Bluetooth-connected devices. It facilitates seamless communication and access to health information anytime, anywhere, supporting HealthKit.
- HIPAA-compliant platform
- Remote patient monitoring
- Bluetooth device integration
- Secure patient-provider communication
- HealthKit support
- Automated physiological data collection
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Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) DrKumo platform is designed as a highly secure, HIPAA-compliant platform to provide seamless, easy to use automated Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) for patients and providers. Our RPM technology supports a rich array of devices to provide the necessary physiological data from patients via Bluetooth. The DrKumo platform is the most comprehensive and optimal way to remotely manage patient care. Patients and providers can securely communicate with each other and access any information they need anytime, anywhere. Note: - This app is to be used as prescribed by your physician only. Always seek a doctor’s advice in addition to using this app and before making any medical decisions. - This app requires a specific set of supported hardware provided by the service provider. - This app is to be used only to users in USA. - Support Healthkit
Optum
This app provides personalized health management, connecting you with providers, benefits, and your medical information. Access care guides, nurses, and specialists for tailored support and seamless health tracking.
- Convenient provider scheduling
- Access to health information and benefits
- Direct messaging with healthcare professionals
- Secure storage of personal health data
- Guided support from care teams
- Seamless health record management
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Personalized for you Optum knows that no two people are alike. That you and your health goals are unique. That’s why the Optum app is designed to be your go-to resource for staying on track with your individual health needs. • Convenient scheduling: Find the providers you’re looking for, from primary care physicians (PCPs) to specialists. Depending on your eligibility, you may see provider availability and make and manage appointments to get the care you need. • At your fingertips: Enjoy easy access to all your health information, important updates, and eligible benefits and programs, right from your home screen. • Help when you need it: Message, chat or call nurses and other caring professionals who can help you navigate your health care needs and questions. • Secure access: Feel confident knowing that the Optum app stores all your personal health data safely on your device. Easy access to your eligible benefits Optum offers a variety of benefits and services, designed for what you need. You may have access to: Guided support: • A dedicated team of Care Guides, nurses, wellness coaches and specialists who can provide tailored assistance and clear, compassionate answers to your questions. • Timely help via chat or phone for finding a doctor, coordinating care, saving on prescriptions and navigating claims. • Expert guidance and personalized recommendations to help you maximize your benefits, manage your health and achieve your individual goals. Seamless health management: • Comprehensive care enabling you to easily access your electronic medical records, see test results, make and manage appointments and handle prescriptions from your device. • Secure messaging with your care team for help with scheduling, test results, refills and other health-related questions. The Optum app connects all the dots in your individual health care journey, providing you with the information you need when you need it. Enjoy peace of mind knowing that Optum is by your side, guiding you to the right care. Download the app today and take control of your health. This experience is provided at no additional cost as part of your health benefits or care you receive. This service should not be used for emergency or urgent care needs. In an emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. The information provided through this service is for informational purposes only. The nurses cannot diagnose problems or recommend specific treatment and are not a substitute for your doctor’s care. Please discuss with your doctor how the information provided may be right for you. Your health information is kept confidential in accordance with the law. The service is not an insurance program and may be discontinued at any time. © 2024 Optum, Inc. All rights reserved. Optum® is a registered trademark of Optum, Inc. in the U.S. and other jurisdictions. All other brand or product names are trademarks or registered marks of the property of their respective owners. Optum is an equal opportunity employer.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: DrKumo 2 at 5.0 against Optum's 4.4. DrKumo 2 also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Optum's advantage is ratings volume (15K vs 1) and chart position (#206 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.
DrKumo 2 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Optum has 15K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
DrKumo 2 ships an update monthly, Optum every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DrKumo 2 | Optum |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 4.4 (15K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 16.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 15K — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | — | #206 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 122 MB | 187 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Drkumo Inc. | Optum Inc. |
Customer experience
DrKumo 2
Optum
Bugs and requests
DrKumo 2
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Optum
Reported bugs
20 issues- Login redirects to download app screen despite being logged in
- Buttons trigger authentication loop instead of loading content
- Loading screen stuck indefinitely with no exit option
- Internal server errors on messages, medications, and appointments
- MyChart connection failures with 'unable to connect' messages
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- App crashes on startup with WiFi proxy error
- Reply button hidden behind bottom banner
- Test results notification sent but results unavailable
- Messages not appearing despite notification received
- Blank screens when accessing appointments
- App hangs when navigating between pages
- Inconsistent login state across sessions
- Referral information not loading or displaying
- Test results partially cut off or unreadable
- Unable to log out without force closing app
- E-check-in blocked by excessive health conditions
- Messaging character count not displayed at top
- Old data pulling forward from previous app
- Provider information not migrating from old app
- Ad blocker incompatibility preventing login
Requested features
15 requests- Native MyChart app instead of embedded version
- Expanded character limit for doctor messages
- Better referral information display with contact details
- Downloadable test results and referral letters
- Improved appointment scheduling interface
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- Direct doctor contact without call center routing
- Vitals history tracking and display
- Touch ID/biometric authentication support
- Better form validation and county selection
- Printable documents from app
- Nurse or doctor chat for symptom assessment
- Insurance information update capability
- Better notification system for messages
- Improved accessibility for seniors
- Tutorial or help documentation
In-app purchases
DrKumo 2
No in-app purchases
Optum
No in-app purchases







