Comparison

Libre by Abbott vs Welldoc Rx

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

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About

Libre by Abbott

This app provides continuous glucose monitoring for individuals with diabetes. It automatically updates glucose readings to your phone every minute and offers insights into trends and settings. Compatible with specific FreeStyle Libre sensors, it aids in managing diabetes by tracking glucose levels.

Highlights
  • Continuous glucose monitoring
  • Automatic readings every minute
  • Glucose trend insights
  • Compatibility with FreeStyle Libre 2 and 3
  • Generative AI for food impact analysis
Currently charting
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Libre app[±] is a continuous glucose-monitoring (CGM) app that helps people living with diabetes track their glucose. Compatible with FreeStyle Libre 2 and 3 system sensors. Why Libre app: • Readings automatically update on your phone[±] every minute. • Insights, a tap away. Designed to easily find readings, trends, and settings. COMPATIBILITY Compatibility may vary between operating systems. Learn more about compatible phones and devices at https://www.freestyle.abbott/us-en/support.html. APP INFORMATION Libre app[±] is intended for measuring glucose levels in people with diabetes age 4+ when used with FreeStyle Libre 2 and FreeStyle Libre 3 sensors, and for people with diabetes age 2+ when used with FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus and FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensors. For more information, refer to the user’s manual, accessible in the app. Consult a healthcare professional to confirm if this product is right for you or if you have questions about how to use this product to make treatment decisions. ±. For information about device compatibility, see https://www.freestyle.abbott/us-en/support.html ǂ. Libre Assist is a feature within Libre app that uses generative artificial intelligence to provide information on how foods could impact your glucose levels. Generative artificial intelligence may not always be accurate, and it should not be used to make treatment decisions. ◊. Do not use the smartwatch app for treatment decisions. Follow the Libre app instructions on your smartphone. ø. Glucose data and alerts appear on your smartwatch only when your phone is in range of the sensor. Alerts are mirrored from the Libre phone app. Ensure your phone settings are enabled to receive notifications. *. Notifications will only be received when alarms settings are enabled and turned on and sensor is within 20 feet (FreeStyle Libre 2 system) 33 feet (FreeStyle Libre 3 system) unobstructed of the reading device. π. The user’s device must have internet connectivity for glucose data to automatically upload to LibreView and to transfer to connected LibreLinkUp app users. µ. LibreView data management software is intended for use by both patients and healthcare professionals to assist people with diabetes and their healthcare professionals in the review, analysis, and evaluation of historical glucose meter data to support effective diabetes management. LibreView software is not intended to provide treatment decisions or to be used as a substitute for professional healthcare advice. Δ. LibreLinkUp app is only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Check the Support section of www.librelinkup.com for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Use of the LibreLinkUp app requires registration with LibreView. Product for prescription only, for Important Safety Information please visit FreeStyleLibre.us The sensor housing, FreeStyle, Libre, and related brand marks are marks of Abbott. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. For additional legal notices, terms of use, product labeling, and interactive tutorial, go to: http://www.FreeStyleLibre.com. If you’re experiencing any issues, contact Customer Service directly.

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Welldoc Rx

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We know that managing your health can be tough. But it doesn’t have to be. The Welldoc Rx App supports prediabetes, diabetes, heart failure, hypertension and weight management, with tools available to manage your mental wellbeing. We’re here to help you think less about your condition—making those day-to-day choices so much easier—so you can stay focused on living. Think of the Welldoc Rx App as a smart, digital health coach on your phone. Right by your side, right where you need it. Welldoc provides you tips, reminders, and insights in the way that’s just right for you. It’s easy-to-use and secure. And the more you use it, the better it gets! Note: • The Welldoc Rx App is only available via your health plan, health system or employer. The Welldoc Rx App can help make managing your health easier with: DIGITAL COACHING: It brings together thousands of data points—everything from your day-to-day actions to your overall health goals—to give you guidance right when you need it. TOTAL HEALTH APPROACH: Help build better habits by understanding how medications, nutrition, activity, sleep, and device data, such as data from Apple Health®, affect your health. PERSONAL TO YOUR GOALS AND JOURNEY: Set goals and challenges to keep you motivated and on the right track THE SUPPORT YOU NEED TO MANAGE YOUR HEALTH: The more you know, the better your choices. Learn what you need—at your own pace—with tools, education, and guidance all in one place! SHARE YOUR PROGRESS: Celebrate your successes and share your challenges with your doctor and care team —easily and quickly. The Welldoc Rx App is not intended to replace the care provided by a licensed healthcare professional, including prescriptions, diagnosis, or treatment. Seek the guidance of a licensed healthcare professional before making medical decisions. The Welldoc Rx® App includes Welldoc Diabetes, Welldoc Diabetes Rx, Welldoc for Diabetes in Pregnancy and Insulin Pump Users (DIP & IPU) which is Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) intended to be used by healthcare providers (HCPs) and their patients – aged 18 years and older – who have type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Welldoc Diabetes and Welldoc Diabetes Rx are intended to assist patients in managing their diabetes with guidance from their providers. Welldoc Diabetes Rx requires a prescription. Welldoc Diabetes and Welldoc Diabetes Rx should not be used by patients with gestational diabetes or patients using an insulin pump. Improper use of Welldoc Diabetes and Welldoc Diabetes Rx may result in unsafe recommendations that could result in hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia. Welldoc for DIP and IPU intended for type 1, type 2 or gestational diabetes, is not FDA-cleared and not intended to replace self-monitoring practices as advised by a physician. Visit welldoc.com/indications-for-use/ for full labeling information. The privacy and security of your personal information is very important to us. We protect it in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. ABOUT WELLDOC Welldoc is committed to improving the health of individuals living with a chronic disease. © 2009-25 Welldoc, Inc. Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. The Welldoc and BlueStar name and logo are trademarks of Welldoc. Made in the USA. Manufactured by Welldoc.

Screenshots

Libre by Abbott4 screens
Welldoc Rx4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: Libre by Abbott at #29 against Welldoc Rx's unranked. Welldoc Rx's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On price 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.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
Libre by Abbott versus Welldoc Rx: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLibre by AbbottWelldoc Rx
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (110K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews39.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings110K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
Best chart rank#29 — better—
DevicesiPhone — better—
Requires iOS16.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size112 MB225 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperAbbott LabsWellDoc, Inc.

Bugs and requests

Libre by Abbott

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Cannot connect to active sensor
  • No historical data transfer

Requested features

9 requests
  • Apple Health connectivity
  • Widget support
  • Dual sensor connections
  • Customizable alert profiles
  • Delayed high alerts
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  • Sensor calibration
  • Apple Watch integration
  • Glucose home screen updates
  • Trend line zoom

Welldoc Rx

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Libre by Abbott

No in-app purchases

None

Welldoc Rx

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Libre by Abbott free?
Libre by Abbott is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Welldoc Rx free?
Welldoc Rx is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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