Comparison

LLume vs Calibre Biometrics

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

Head to head
About

LLume

This app allows athletes and coaches to record respiratory training sessions using a connected sensor. Users can monitor breathing performance, review detailed workout data, and track progress over time. Manage all training settings within a single, integrated platform.

Highlights
  • Capture respiratory training sessions
  • Review workout data
  • Track progress over time
  • Monitor breathing performance
  • Manage training settings
Features
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LLume helps athletes and coaches capture respiratory training sessions, review workout data, and track progress over time. Connect your LLume sensor to record sessions, monitor breathing performance, review reports, and manage training settings from one place.

About

Calibre Biometrics

This app pairs with a wearable device to track and analyze key metabolic and performance metrics like VO2 Max and resting metabolic rate. It provides detailed insights into your body's energy expenditure and fat burning zones. Designed for informational and educational use, it complements professional health guidance.

Highlights
  • View biometric data
  • Record metabolic information
  • Analyze VO2 Max
  • Monitor Resting Metabolic Rate
  • Track FatMax and Calories
  • Companion to wearable tracker
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The companion app to the Calibre™ wearable breath/metabolic tracker allows you to view, record and analyze the rich biometric information obtained by the Calibre device. A device with groundbreaking accuracy for measuring and monitoring VO2 Max, Resting Metabolic Rate, FatMax, Calories and more with a lightweight, portable device that is simple and easy to use. Disclaimer Calibre is intended for informational and educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice or devices.

Screenshots

LLume3 screens
Calibre Biometrics4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: LLume at 5.0 against Calibre Biometrics's 4.5. LLume also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (weekly vs every 4 weeks). On price, ratings volume, ads and monetization model 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. Calibre Biometrics sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $7.99 per month. LLume asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

LLume holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LLume ships an update weekly, Calibre Biometrics every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
LLume versus Calibre Biometrics: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLLumeCalibre Biometrics
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better4.5 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4 — better2
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.415.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB116 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOrganic Robotics CorporationBreathTaking Tech LLC

Customer experience

LLume

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Calibre Biometrics

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

LLume

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Calibre Biometrics

Subscriptions1
  • Calibre Premium$7.991 Month

Questions

Is LLume free?
LLume is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Calibre Biometrics free?
Calibre Biometrics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, LLume or Calibre Biometrics?
LLume is rated higher. LLume averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Calibre Biometrics averages 4.5 from 2 ratings.
Do LLume or Calibre Biometrics have ads?
Neither LLume nor Calibre Biometrics shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LLume or Calibre Biometrics?
LLume ships an update weekly, and Calibre Biometrics every 4 weeks. Most recently, LLume was updated on November 7, 2026 and Calibre Biometrics on November 4, 2026.

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