Comparison

Metabolic Research Lab vs PfIReApp

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

Head to head
About

Metabolic Research Lab

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Metabolic Lab App    At Lumen, we are at the forefront of metabolic research, combining pioneering technology with scientific rigor. Lumen drives groundbreaking research by providing researchers with insights into their study participants' metabolic processes. The heart of our innovation lies in our first-of-its-kind, validated handheld device. The Lumen device is a breathalyzer that measures metabolic state in real-time using CO2 and flow sensors to indirectly determine metabolic fuel usage. The Lumen device pairs with this mobile app to instruct users on how and when to perform measurements. Its ease of use and availability as a personal device for multiple research subjects allow researchers to design innovative studies, collect objective data, and track metabolic progress anywhere. Importantly, participants are not exposed to any biofeedback while using this app.    We offer two ways for researchers to incorporate Lumen’s services into their work: 1. Lumen as a Metabolic Measurement Device (Metabolic Lab): Suitable for researchers studying metabolic responses to acute or long-term interventions. Researchers can define and monitor metabolic progress remotely and effortlessly, broadening their scope and study group as there is no need for participants to visit the lab. 2. Lifestyle Intervention Studies: Ideal for researchers studying the effect of lifestyle interventions on metabolism.   As a participant in a study, the app intends to send you reminders and instructions to preform exhalation assessments using the Lumen’s device.    Please note: to use this app, you must have Lumen device and specifically be designated by a researcher incorporating Lumen services into its study.   NOT MEDICAL ADVICE OR HEALTH CARE SERVICES: ‍ THE LUMEN’S APP AND THE DEVICE ARE NOT A MEDICAL PRODUCTS OR SERVICES BUT RATHER A WELLNESS PRODUCTS INTENDED TO PROVIDE METABOLIC READING AND TRACKING. THE LUMEN’S APP AND DEVICE DO NOT DIAGNOSE, TREAT, CURE OR PREVENT ANY DISEASE, OR OTHERWISE ASSIST IN SUCH TREATMENT, NOR DO THE LUMEN’S APP AND DEVICE PROVIDE ANY PROFESSIONAL HEALTH ADVICE OR MEDICAL DIAGNOSES. ANY PLAN OR SUGGESTION PROVIDED BY THE LUMEN’S APP AND DEVICE IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AND SHOULD NOT BE DEEMED MEDICAL OR OTHER HEALTH-RELATED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE, DIAGNOSIS OR TREATMENT, OR A SUBSTITUTE FOR MEDICAL OR PROFESSIONAL ADVICE, DIAGNOSIS OR TREATMENT. IF YOU SUFFER FROM ANY MEDICAL CONDITION, YOU SHOULD CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL HEALTHCARE PROVIDER PRIOR TO THE USE OF THE LUMEN’S APP AND DEVICE. IN ADDITION, YOU SHOULD CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL HEALTHCARE PROVIDER PRIOR TO ANY RELIANCE ON ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED THROUGH THE LUMEN’S APP AND DEVICE. RELIANCE ON ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED THROUGH THE LUMEN’S APP AND DEVICE IS SOLELY AT YOUR OWN RISK AND YOU ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DECISIONS OR ACTIONS YOU TAKE BASED ON SUCH INFORMATION AND/OR RECOMMENDATIONS.

About

PfIReApp

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The Pfizer Innovation Research App (PfIRe App), is an iPhone app that utilizes AppleWatch and HealthKit to collect health information including physical activity, sleep, and heart rate/variability. It is designed currently for clinical trial use by participants in Pfizer-sponsored clinical research studies in conjunction with site user staff to enable the analysis of longitudinal data in order to further the understanding of an individual’s condition and response to therapy. Site user staff will give the user full details in an informed consent document and if the user signs that consent, they will provided with login credentials to this application.

Screenshots

Metabolic Research Lab4 screens
PfIReApp3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Metabolic Research Lab at 14.3 against PfIReApp's 16.0. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Metabolic Research Lab versus PfIReApp: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMetabolic Research LabPfIReApp
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS14.3 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size92 MB16 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperMetaflowPfizer Inc

In-app purchases

None

Metabolic Research Lab

No in-app purchases

None

PfIReApp

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Metabolic Research Lab free?
Metabolic Research Lab is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PfIReApp free?
PfIReApp is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Metabolic Research Lab or PfIReApp have ads?
Neither Metabolic Research Lab nor PfIReApp shows ads.

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