Comparison

Stelo by Dexcom vs Cough App

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

Head to head
About

Stelo by Dexcom

Easily track your glucose levels 24/7 without fingersticks or a prescription. Gain personalized insights to understand how diet and exercise impact your health. This app empowers you to build healthier habits and take control of your well-being.

Highlights
  • 24/7 glucose tracking
  • No fingersticks required
  • Personalized health insights
  • Diet and exercise personalization
  • Form healthy habits
  • No prescription needed
Features
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Welcome to the revolution in personalized glucose health. The Stelo by Dexcom Glucose Biosensor finally gives you an easy way to track your glucose and form healthy habits. No fingerpicks. No prescription. Just results. Stelo sets the standard in glucose innovation – delivering 24/7 access to personal glucose insights, empowering you to uncover what works for you. Our smartphone* app, gives you the power to personalize your diet and exercise choices, so healthy habits can become second nature.¹ With Stelo, you can revolutionize the way you track your glucose – giving you everything you need to become a healthier you. Stelo Glucose Biosensor required for Stelo by Dexcom app use – sold separately at www.Stelo.com Stelo is indicated for adults 18+ who don’t use insulin. STELO IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Consult your healthcare provide before making any medication adjustments based on your sensor readings. Do not use if you have problematic hypoglycemia. Failure to use Stelo and its components according to the instructions for use provided and to properly consider all indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, and cautions in those instructions for use may result in your missing a severe hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) or hyperglycemia (high blood glucose) occurrence. If your sensor readings are not consistent with your symptoms, a blood glucose meter may be an option as needed and consult your healthcare provider. Seek medical advice and attention when appropriate, including before making any medication adjustments an/or for any medical emergency. *For Stelo app compatibility information, visit stelo.com/compatibility. ¹ Stelo User Guide: MT-1000421

About

Cough App

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The Cough App is an innovative solution for tracking cough frequency, designed to provide continuous and accurate monitoring through seamless integration with a wearable device. We prioritise your privacy. All data is encrypted and securely stored, ensuring your personal health information remains confidential.

Screenshots

Stelo by Dexcom4 screens
Cough App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: Stelo by Dexcom at #128 against Cough App's unranked. Cough App's advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.6). 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stelo by Dexcom ships an update every 6 weeks, Cough App monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
Stelo by Dexcom versus Cough App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStelo by DexcomCough App
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.5 (567 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews18.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings567 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
Best chart rank#128 — better—
DevicesiPhone, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.616.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size311 MB21 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperDexcomHyfe Inc.

Bugs and requests

Stelo by Dexcom

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Sensor session ending prematurely
  • Inconsistent data syncing with Apple Health
  • App freezing and crashing issues

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to view and export historical glucose data
  • Option to customize glucose target ranges
  • Integration with more fitness/nutrition apps
  • Improved Apple Watch support with complications
  • Enhanced meal and activity tracking features

Cough App

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Stelo by Dexcom

No in-app purchases

None

Cough App

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Stelo by Dexcom free?
Stelo by Dexcom is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cough App free?
Cough App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Stelo by Dexcom or Cough App have ads?
Neither Stelo by Dexcom nor Cough App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Stelo by Dexcom or Cough App?
Stelo by Dexcom ships an update every 6 weeks, and Cough App monthly. Most recently, Stelo by Dexcom was updated on September 24, 2026 and Cough App on September 10, 2026.

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