Alabama Blue vs YMCABHAM
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Alabama Blue
Access your health plan details, including claims, benefits, and ID cards. Track your spending, find in-network doctors, and communicate with customer service. Securely log in with your existing account credentials.
- Check claims and benefits
- View or email ID card
- Track deductible and out-of-pocket spend
- Find a doctor in network
- Secure customer service communication
- Touch/Face ID login
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Alabama Blue allows Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama members to access their health plan information on the go. Register or log in to: • Check your claims and benefits • View or email your ID card • Track your deductible and out-of-pocket spend • Find a doctor in your network • Communicate securely with Customer Service Use your myBlueCross username and password to access your online account from the app. You can also set up Touch or Face ID for quicker access. There is no charge from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama to download, but rates from your wireless provider may apply. This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for personal care from a licensed physician. Please consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment options. Please visit AlabamaBlue.com for more information.
YMCABHAM
Manage your YMCA membership, register for programs and classes, and receive important notifications. Access your member barcode for quick check-ins and view community impact. This app streamlines your YMCA experience.
- Manage membership details
- Register for programs and classes
- Receive important notifications
- Access facility check-in barcode
- View payment and history
- Track fundraising progress
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Some of the app Key Features: - Manage your Membership: View and Edit your personal information, Update billing/payment method, View payment and check-in history, Access Childcare and Donor Tax Statements and more - View and Register for Programs - View and Register for Group Fitness Classes - Opt-in and Receive Important and Time-Sensitive Notifications - View Important and Time-Sensitive Information - Access Direct Links to Streamline your Experience - Access Barcode for Quick Facility Check-In - View Fundraising Progress and the Direct Community Impact
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Alabama Blue at 4.5 against YMCABHAM's 2.3. Alabama Blue also leads on review sentiment (33% vs 0%) and ratings volume (7.7K vs 10). 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.
Alabama Blue holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Alabama Blue has 7.7K ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Alabama Blue's written reviews are positive against 0% of YMCABHAM's.
Alabama Blue ships an update monthly, YMCABHAM every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Alabama Blue | YMCABHAM |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (7.7K ratings) — better | 2.3 (10 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 33.0% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 7.7K — better | 10 |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 29 MB | 73 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | UTIC Insurance Company | YMCA OF GREATER BIRMINGHAM |
Customer experience
Alabama Blue
YMCABHAM
Bugs and requests
Alabama Blue
Reported bugs
3 issues- Blank pages and unresponsive buttons
- Incorrect or outdated information displayed
- Repeated error messages when trying to access features
Requested features
4 requests- Add option to download Explanation of Benefits (EOB)
- Improve search functionality for finding in-network providers
- Integrate with digital wallets like Apple Wallet
- Provide more detailed plan and coverage information
YMCABHAM
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Alabama Blue
No in-app purchases
YMCABHAM
No in-app purchases
