mySugr vs LibreLinkUp
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
mySugr
This app centralizes all your diabetes-related data, including blood sugar readings, medication, and diet. It offers personalized tracking, automatic logging from connected devices, and insightful reports. Advanced features provide real-time glucose monitoring and insulin dose recommendations.
- Personalized Homescreen
- Automatic Blood Sugar Logging
- Real-time Glucose Values
- Insulin Dose Recommendations
- PDF & Excel Reports
- Blood Glucose Reminders
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Simplifying life with diabetes Download now! The mySugr app stores all your important diabetes data from connected devices, integrations, and manual entries, in one convenient place. APP FEATURES - Personalized Homescreen: Track your diet, medication, carb intake, blood glucose levels, and more in one place. - Easy Connections: Your connected Accu-Chek blood glucose meter automatically logs your blood sugar readings into the app. (The availability of devices may vary by country or region) - More: Reports, clear blood sugar graphs, estimated HbA1c, and secure data backup. mySugr Glucose Insights Now available in selected countries (Lithuania, Kuwait, Qatar) mySugr Glucose Insights is a new device within the mySugr app that activates when you connect an Accu-Chek SmartGuide sensor: - Real-time Glucose Values: View your glucose levels directly on your mobile device (also: Apple Watch). - Prediction Features: Stay ahead of potential glucose excursions with real-time predictions. - Customizable settings and alarms: Meet your personal needs by adjusting the target range, setting alarm values for high and low glucose, and more. For more information on country availability, visit your local Accu-Chek website. PRO FEATURES Take your diabetes therapy to the next level! - mySugr Bolus Calculator: Receive precise insulin dose recommendations (available in select countries with mySugr PRO). - PDF & Excel reports: save or print all your data for you or your doctor. - More: Smart search, blood glucose reminders, challenges and meal photos. INTEGRATIONS - Continuous Glucose Monitoring: Accu-Chek SmartGuide* - Blood Glucose Meters: Accu-Chek® Instant, Accu-Chek® Aviva Connect, Accu-Chek® Performa Connect, Accu-Chek® Guide* - Apple Health® - Steps, activity, blood pressure, CGM data, weight, and more. - Accu-Chek Care Jurisdiction Statement & Hardware Regulatory Clearance: The mySugr application connects with external medical hardware devices (such as blood glucose meters) to display and manage diabetes tracking data. Connected medical hardware devices compatible with this application hold regulatory clearances, market approvals, or certifications in their respective sales jurisdictions. Medical hardware connectivity features within the app are strictly restricted and enabled on a country-by-country basis in compliance with local regulatory authorizations. SUPPORT: Have a problem or praise? support@mysugr.com https://www.mysugr.com/en/app-tc-privacy "To help you get familiar with all the functions of the app, read the User’s Manual carefully. In the app, go to More > User’s Manual. Upgrading to mySugr PRO will charge your store account. Your subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. The cancellation of the current active subscription period is not allowed. Your subscription and auto-renewal options can be managed in your account settings in the store settings after purchase. The mySugr Logbook is used to support the treatment of diabetes, but cannot replace a visit to your doctor/diabetes care team. You still require professional and regular review of your long-term blood sugar values and must continue to independently manage your blood sugar levels.
LibreLinkUp
Monitor and support individuals using a FreeStyle Libre sensor and compatible app. View their glucose levels with a quick glance, receive alerts for high or low glucose, and get notified about sensor status. Understand glucose patterns with history and insights.
- Remote glucose monitoring
- Glucose history and insights
- Glucose alarms (high/low)
- Sensor alerts
- Dark mode for viewing
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The LibreLinkUp[2] app is a companion app that allows you to monitor[3] and support people who are using FreeStyle Libre systems sensors and compatible an app from the FreeStyle Libre family of apps. You can link up by asking them to invite you in their app. Whether you’re a family member, friend or co-worker, the LibreLinkUp app helps you monitor and support people in your life so they can continue making progress. Turn diabetes care into a more engaged team effort. Why LibreLinkUp? • History and insights: See recent history with the glucose graph or review a logbook of readings and alarms. • In the minute notifications: caregivers can set and receive alarms[3] and notifications in the LibreLinkUp app, as well as receive glucose transfer alarms set by connections. Compatibility may vary between operating systems. Learn more about compatible phones and devices at https://librelinkup.com/support 1. The FreeStyle Libre systems apps are designed to facilitate data sharing between patients and their healthcare providers and caregivers. 2. LibreLinkUp app is only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Check www.librelinkup.com for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Use of the LibreLinkUp app requires registration with LibreView. 3. The user’s device must have internet connectivity for glucose data to automatically upload to LibreView and to transfer to connected LibreLinkUp app users. Product for prescription only, for Important Safety Information please visit FreeStyleLibre.us The sensor housing, FreeStyle, Libre, and related brand marks are marks of Abbott. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. For additional legal notices, terms of use, product labeling, and interactive tutorial, go to: http://www.FreeStyleLibre.com. If you’re experiencing any issues, contact Customer Service directly.
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Verdict
mySugr and LibreLinkUp both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 88% of mySugr's written reviews are positive against 28% of LibreLinkUp's. mySugr also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). LibreLinkUp's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.2). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. mySugr sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. LibreLinkUp asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for mySugr against 4.8 for LibreLinkUp. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 33K and 23K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 88% of mySugr's written reviews are positive against 28% of LibreLinkUp's.
mySugr ships an update every 2 weeks, LibreLinkUp every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.
| Parameter | mySugr | LibreLinkUp |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (33K ratings) | 4.8 (23K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 87.6% of reviews — better | 28.4% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 33K — better | 23K |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #51 — better | #94 |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.2 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 643 MB | 89 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | mySugr GmbH | Newyu, Inc |
Customer experience
mySugr
LibreLinkUp
User reviews
mySugr
From 33K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Convenient data tracking
- 💡 Helpful features like estimated A1C
- 👍 Integrates with other health apps
- 👍 Motivating and engaging
Room to improve
- 🐛 Connectivity issues with some devices
- 🔍 Limited customization options
- 💰 Paid version required for some key features
- 🙄 Annoying monster animation
- 🔍 Confusing or cluttered interface in some areas
LibreLinkUp
From 23K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Ease of use
- 🚀 Convenient remote monitoring
- 💡 Helpful for managing diabetes
- 🚀 Instant data updates
- 👍 Provides peace of mind
Room to improve
- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Unreliable notifications
- 🐛 Inconsistent data accuracy
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🐛 Confusing setup process
Bugs and requests
mySugr
Reported bugs
3 issues- Syncing issues with some glucose meters
- Persistent notification bugs
- Crashes or freezes on certain devices
Requested features
5 requests- Add bolus calculator for insulin dosing
- Improve data visualization and reporting
- Allow more customization of tracked data and interface
- Integrate with more devices and apps
- Add support for tracking other health metrics (e.g. blood pressure, weight)
LibreLinkUp
Reported bugs
4 issues- Sudden loss of connectivity
- Inconsistent data sync between devices
- Alarms not triggering as expected
- Inability to log in or create account
Requested features
5 requests- Add graph and trend visualization
- Allow customizable alarms and notifications
- Integrate insulin dosage and food intake logging
- Provide historical data access beyond 12 hours
- Enable Apple Watch integration
In-app purchases
mySugr
- mySugr PRO: Monthly$4.991 Month
- mySugr Coaching7 Days trial$19.991 Month
- mySugr Coaching$39.991 Month
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- mySugr PRO: Yearly$39.991 Year
- mySugr Coaching1 Month trial$199.991 Year
- mySugr Coaching$399.991 Year
LibreLinkUp
No in-app purchases
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