Comparison

BCBSIL vs MyLabConnect US

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

Head to head
About

BCBSIL

Access your Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois member information, including coverage, claims, and ID cards. Find in-network providers, estimate procedure costs, and manage pharmacy benefits. This app also offers virtual visit options and shopping tools for new plans.

Highlights
  • Access coverage, claims, and ID cards
  • Find in-network doctors and facilities
  • Estimate procedure costs
  • Manage pharmacy benefits and prescriptions
  • Virtual doctor visits
  • View Explanation of Benefits
Features
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The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) app provides access to the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois member information and resources. BCBSIL app also provides shopping information such as getting a quote and tracking an application. Members can: • Login, register or change password • Easily access coverage, claims, and ID • Check deductible and out of pockets amounts • Find an in network doctor, hospital or facility • Find a nearby urgent care facility • Estimate the costs of procedures, tests and treatments • View patient reviews and average wait time • Search for doctors that speak Spanish • View medical benefits and copay levels • View pharmacy benefits and copay levels • Send ID to Apple Wallet for offline access • View their Explanation of Benefits • Log in via Touch ID • Share ID Card • Members with applicable pharmacy coverage can search for drug information and cost estimates, view and compare nearby pharmacies, and view reminders related to their prescriptions • Members with applicable coverage can access MDLive for virtual visits with a doctor (MDLive uses allergies and medications from your HealthKit when requesting a virtual visit)

About

MyLabConnect US

Streamline your dental case management with this app. Easily order cases, track pickups in real-time, and access one-click support. Stay informed about exclusive offers and discounts.

Highlights
  • On-the-go case booking
  • Real-time pickup tracking
  • One-click support
  • Exclusive offers and discounts
  • Multi-device accessibility
Features
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Say hello to an easier and efficient way of dentistry with Mylab Connect. Following are some of the key highlights. 1. Bookcases on the go: A simpler way to order all your cases with any device no matter where you are. 2. Real-time tracking: Manage your case pickups as per your convenience and your availability 4. One-click support: Getting assistance for any of your queries is a lot easier with Mylab connect. 5. Exclusive Offers: Stay updated with all the offers customized especially for you. Get special discounts on your cases.

Screenshots

BCBSIL4 screens
MyLabConnect US4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: BCBSIL at 4.7 against MyLabConnect US's 3.5. BCBSIL also leads on ratings volume (30K vs 2) and chart position (#148 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BCBSIL holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BCBSIL has 30K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BCBSIL ships an update fortnightly, MyLabConnect US every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
BCBSIL versus MyLabConnect US: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBCBSILMyLabConnect US
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (30K ratings) — better3.5 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews11.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings30K — better2
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank#148 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB22 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperBlue Cross and Blue Shield of IllinoisENCRICLE MYLABCONNECT

Customer experience

BCBSIL

All ratings28,434 ratings
Positive92.5%
Neutral1.5%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews325 reviews
Positive11.7%
Neutral3.7%
Negative84.6%

MyLabConnect US

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

BCBSIL

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Login credentials not recognized
  • Unable to access account information
  • Inconsistent app behavior across devices
  • Errors when trying to update personal details

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to copy insurance information
  • Enhanced provider search with more details
  • Seamless integration with other healthcare apps
  • Improved mobile-optimized design and navigation
  • Faster and more reliable app performance

MyLabConnect US

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

BCBSIL

No in-app purchases

None

MyLabConnect US

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BCBSIL free?
BCBSIL is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MyLabConnect US free?
MyLabConnect US is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, BCBSIL or MyLabConnect US?
BCBSIL is rated higher. BCBSIL averages 4.7 out of 5 from 30K ratings, while MyLabConnect US averages 3.5 from 2 ratings.
Do BCBSIL or MyLabConnect US have ads?
Neither BCBSIL nor MyLabConnect US shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BCBSIL or MyLabConnect US?
BCBSIL ships an update fortnightly, and MyLabConnect US every 2 weeks. Most recently, BCBSIL was updated on November 3, 2026 and MyLabConnect US on October 30, 2026.

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