Comparison

Simple BMI evaluator vs BMI Buddy

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

Head to head
About

Simple BMI evaluator

Features
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Enter your weight and height to see your Body Mass Index. The result updates as you type. Designed to work with VoiceOver: every field and button has a spoken label, your BMI is read together with its WHO category, the healthy weight range is read as a full sentence, and weight changes made with the +/- buttons are announced. Supports Dynamic Type: text and the BMI scale follow the text size chosen in iOS settings. WHAT IT SHOWS • Classic BMI and Trefethen's revised BMI (Oxford, 2013), which fits very tall and very short people better • WHO category, from severe thinness to obesity class III • The weight range that counts as normal for your height • A color scale showing where your value falls ALSO • Kilograms and meters, or pounds and feet • +/- buttons to adjust your weight without retyping it • Share the result • iPhone and iPad, no account needed Formulas and tables come from official sources, listed in the app under References. This app gives information only. It is not a medical device and does not replace advice from a doctor.

About

BMI Buddy

Features
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BMI Buddy is your health companion, designed to make tracking and managing your Body Mass Index (BMI) simple and insightful. Whether focusing on fitness, weight management, or overall health, BMI Buddy provides the tools to stay on track and monitor your progress. Key Features: - Accurate BMI Calculation: Quickly calculate your BMI based on your height and weight, with results categorised as "Underweight", "Normal", "Overweight", or "Obese". - Historical Tracking: Keep a comprehensive record of your BMI measurements. Please review your history to monitor changes and see how you're doing toward your health goals. - Export BMI History: Easily export your BMI History to a CSV file and save it on your device. Please share it with doctors, consultants, or fitness coaches for more detailed health consultations. - Personalized Insights: Get tailored insights based on your BMI classification, offering helpful tips to guide you toward better health and fitness. - Secure Data Storage: Your data is securely stored using Firebase, ensuring your personal health information is safe and private. - User-Friendly Interface: Enjoy an intuitive, easy-to-use design that makes it simple to calculate, track, and manage your BMI. Whether on a weight loss journey or simply looking to stay informed about your health, BMI Buddy provides everything you need to track your BMI, gain insights, and share your progress. Disclaimer: BMI Buddy is a tool for general health information. Please consult a healthcare professional for specific medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Screenshots

Simple BMI evaluator4 screens
BMI Buddy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: BMI Buddy at none against Simple BMI evaluator's shown. Simple BMI evaluator's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
Simple BMI evaluator versus BMI Buddy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimple BMI evaluatorBMI Buddy
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB15 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperSonya MarcarelliAbdul Moiz

In-app purchases

None

Simple BMI evaluator

No in-app purchases

None

BMI Buddy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Simple BMI evaluator free?
Simple BMI evaluator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BMI Buddy free?
BMI Buddy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Simple BMI evaluator or BMI Buddy have ads?
Simple BMI evaluator shows ads; BMI Buddy does not.

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