Comparison

alea App vs HBS20

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

Head to head
About

alea App

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About the alea® App The download of the alea® App is reserved for customers and users of the alea® complete system in order to be able to use the system according to the indication. The alea® App is a component of the alea® complete system, a medical device and digital assistance system for inpatient care of the elderly. The alea® App cannot be used without the other components. The alea® App can only be used in the context of a complete alea system already purchased by a care facility from AssistMe or one of its partners, in combination with smart and alea®-compatible incontinence products. Without these integral alea® components, it is not possible, for example, to set up user accounts and log in to alea® App. Do you work in a care home or in an inpatient environment for the care of care recipients? Please contact us at alea@assistme.io, and we will be happy to advise you on how to acquire and use alea® for your care facility. All alea® System Components alea® as a complete solution in the form of a software-hardware system consists of the following components: alea® Clip (for attaching to special Smart Incontinence Products alea® Docking Station (for charging the clip and data transfer) alea® Node (repeater, signal amplifier for common areas) alea® App (for use by caregivers, available as normal App and Browser-App) alea® Web App (for use by care home management, available as Browser-App) alea® Functions Incontinence management Decubitus prophylaxis Fall monitoring Zone management (presence monitoring) Stool detection (currently being finalized) Infection detection (in planning) alea® Care Benefits More care time, less material expenditure and more sustainability thanks to Reduction of leakages Reduction in ICP consumption Reduction in the amount of waste Reduction of linen changes Reduction in the consumption of hygiene products Relief for carers with increased job satisfaction (less fluctuation, fewer sick days) No haptic and audiovisual disturbances for those in need of care Support with wound care and decubitus prophylaxis Rapid prevention of the consequences of falls Reduction of danger to self and others Reduction of comorbid illnesses and existing symptoms Everyone involved benefits from AssistMe's digital, sensor-based care assistance system — for pressure ulcer prevention, among other things: care recipients through individualized care that promotes quality of life, carers through relevant relief in time-consuming routine processes, care facilities through efficiency gains, health insurance companies through reduced expenditure as a result of reduced risks of secondary illnesses and the environment through less consumption of incontinence material. alea® technical and general benefits Special sensor technology and medical device (Sensor stripe and Digital Assistance System) Highest data protection standards according to GDPR Automated transfer of care-relevant data to the existing care documentation software Direct and easy to use thanks to plug & play approach No separate IT infrastructure (e.g. WLAN) required — we supply all components, including an LTE-capable base station No batteries or extra chargers required — we supply rechargeable IT with a long service life Automatic updates for hardware and software for low-maintenance use Modern open interfaces for seamless connection of relevant software High acceptance by care staff thanks to scientifically sound and tried-and-tested use Additional functions can be added and integrated at any time thanks to the platform approach Flexible with various personality aspects (e.g. gender-sensitive solution, by attaching the clip at the front and back for use on both sides of the IKP) IP65 certified (waterproof)

About

HBS20

Features
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【Bladder Health, Smarter and Simpler.】 HBS20 Bladder Tracker is a companion app designed for use with the HBS20 bladder scanner. It helps caregivers and users monitor bladder volume, view ultrasound images, and manage health records effectively. 【Key Features:】 【Live Data Sync:】 Receive ultrasound bladder images and volume results directly from the scanner. 【Measurement History:】All volume data is automatically stored and presented in a user-friendly list. 【Visual Trends:】Automatically generate volume trend graphs for easier tracking and analysis. 【Custom Voiding Alerts:】Set your preferred bladder volume threshold—get notified when it’s time to void. 【Secure & Private:】 All data is stored locally and accessible only to the user. HBS20 Bladder Tracker helps users manage bladder health, supports caregivers, and reduces the risks of urinary retention or unnecessary catheterization. *This app requires connection with the HBS20 bladder scanner device and cannot function independently. 【Important Notice:】HBS20 bladder scanner device has been granted the regulatory clearance from the China’s National Medical Products Administration(NMPA). This app is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Screenshots

alea App3 screens
HBS204 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: alea App at every 2 weeks against HBS20's every 2 months. HBS20's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

alea App ships an update every 2 weeks, HBS20 every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
alea App versus HBS20: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameteralea AppHBS20
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB26 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperAssistMe GmbHMianyang Meike Electronic Equipment Co., Ltd

In-app purchases

None

alea App

No in-app purchases

None

HBS20

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is alea App free?
alea App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HBS20 free?
HBS20 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do alea App or HBS20 have ads?
Neither alea App nor HBS20 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, alea App or HBS20?
alea App ships an update every 2 weeks, and HBS20 every 2 months. Most recently, alea App was updated on October 16, 2026 and HBS20 on October 7, 2026.

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