Stelo by Dexcom vs BeatSugar
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 24/7 glucose tracking
- No fingersticks required
- Personalized health insights
- Diet and exercise personalization
- Form healthy habits
- No prescription needed
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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
BeatSugar
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BeatSugar revolutionizes wellness by blending cutting-edge health monitoring with intelligent music therapy. The app tracks your heart rate and blood sugar levels in real time, then curates personalized music recommendations designed to optimize your health metrics. With a comprehensive music library of therapeutic sounds categorized by tempo, genre, and mood, BeatSugar delivers a unique listening experience that adapts to your body’s needs. Key Features: Personalized music recommendations based on health data Extensive music library with therapeutic sounds Advanced audio player with health-tracking integration Secure cloud storage and user authentication Beautiful, intuitive interface designed for daily wellness
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Verdict
The clearest difference is chart position: Stelo by Dexcom at #108 against BeatSugar's unranked. BeatSugar's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.6). 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.
Stelo by Dexcom ships an update every 5 weeks, BeatSugar every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Stelo by Dexcom | BeatSugar |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.5 (677 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 18.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 677 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Best chart rank | #108 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 311 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | DexCom, Inc. | Coding Minds, 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
BeatSugar
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Stelo by Dexcom
No in-app purchases
BeatSugar
No in-app purchases









