SugarPixel Hub vs Insulin Log
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SugarPixel Hub
Configure your dedicated blood glucose pixel clock for BG readings and alerts. Connect to multiple continuous glucose monitors and customize alert levels with audio, vibration, and visual notifications. Select your preferred display and update device firmware over the air.
- Configure multiple SugarPixels
- Connect to CGM data sources
- Customize alert levels
- Select display preferences
- Over-the-air firmware updates
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Use SugarPixel Hub to configure your SugarPixel dedicated blood glucose pixel clock for BG readings and alerts (sold separately). - Configure multiple SugarPixels from the same app - Add blood glucose data sources for Dexcom, Libre, Nightscout, or Gluroo to follow up to two continuous glucose monitors. - Customize your alert levels with audio, vibration, and visual alerts. - Select your preferred display from the available options - Update your SugarPixel firmware over the air Dosing decisions should not be made based on the SugarPixel hardware. The user should follow instructions on the continuous glucose monitor system. SugarPixel is not intended to replace self-monitoring practices as advised by a physician.
Insulin Log
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Insulin Log: Simple & Smart Tracker Manage your diabetes with ease using Insulin Log. Designed for speed and simplicity, our app lets you record your insulin doses and glucose levels in seconds—so you can get back to your life. Key Features: Smart Voice Entry: Just push to talk! Speak your dose and glucose levels, and our on-device speech recognition parses them automatically. No more tedious typing. Complete Logging: Track both Basal (long-acting) and Bolus (rapid-acting) insulin with precision. Glucose Integration: Log your blood sugar levels alongside your doses. Supports both mg/dL and mmol/L. Quick History: Review your recent entries at a glance. Need to make a change? Edit or delete any log with a simple tap. Export & Share: Generate CSV reports of your logs (7-day or 30-day) to share with your doctor or keep for your own records. Privacy Focused: Your voice is processed entirely on your iPhone. Your data stays private and secure. Streamline your daily routine with Insulin Log. Simple. Fast. Private.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: SugarPixel Hub at 15.1 against Insulin Log's 18.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | SugarPixel Hub | Insulin Log |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (109 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 69.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 109 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 45 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | CustomTypeOne LLC | Rachel Chen |
Bugs and requests
SugarPixel Hub
Reported bugs
9 issues- Device no longer connects to the app
- CGM Log In Error
- App frequently won't connect to device
- App loads forever when selecting device
- App starts acting up for days
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- Randomly wants to let me log in
- Latest update broke connectivity
- App just spins and won't open
- Unskippable setup video
Requested features
7 requests- Add a 'save' or 'connect' button in CGM setup
- Make the device an alarm clock
- Increase vibration sensor range
- Rechargeable battery for smaller footprint
- Improve app UI and make it more intuitive
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- Add a button to reset ranges to default
- Fix the unskippable intro video issue
Insulin Log
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
SugarPixel Hub
No in-app purchases
Insulin Log
No in-app purchases









