Comparison

Zukka vs AIVELA

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

Head to head
About

Zukka

This app displays real-time blood glucose data from continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems. It tracks glucose, insulin, and activity, offering widgets and Apple Health integration. It connects via Bluetooth to devices like Dexcom and FreeStyle Libre.

Highlights
  • Real-time glucose tracking
  • Insulin tracking
  • Activity and exercise logging
  • Widgets and watch app support
  • Apple Health integration
  • Bluetooth CGM connectivity
Features
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This application is based on xDrip4iO5 (also known as "xDrip for iOS" or "xdripswift") that is an open-source application to display real time blood glucose data. Key Features: - This instance and/or application and all original features within from xDrip4iO5 will always be free. - Glucose Tracking (CGM). - Insulin Tracking . - Activity & Exercise. - Widgets & Watch App. - Apple Health Integration. Privacy Policy: https://zukka.netlify.app/ [!] Regulatory Use Notice This app connects via Bluetooth to continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems such as Dexcom and FreeStyle Libre. These devices are approved for use in specific regions: • Dexcom G4, G5, G6 – FDA-cleared and CE-marked • FreeStyle Libre 2 – FDA-cleared and CE-marked Third-party Bluetooth accessories (e.g., MiaoMiao, BluCon, Bubble) are not medical devices and are used only to relay sensor data. [!] Disclaimer: This app is intended for use only in countries where the supported CGM systems are approved by the appropriate health authorities. This app is intended for informational and educational use only. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any medical decisions. This app only displays data from approved CGM devices and does not modify or interpret sensor data.

About

AIVELA

This app provides daily wellness insights and long-term trend visualizations based on data collected from a smart ring. It helps users observe patterns in rest, activity, and temperature, with optional guided relaxation sessions and habit logging.

Highlights
  • Daily wellness overview
  • Long-term trend visualization
  • Sleep and rest pattern summaries
  • Activity and movement tracking
  • Guided breathing and relaxation sessions
  • Habit logging and correlation
  • Touch and air gesture controls
Features
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AIVELA – Smart Ring for Everyday Wellness AIVELA is a smart ring and companion app designed for general wellness and lifestyle awareness in everyday life. By collecting signals from the finger, the AIVELA app presents simple summaries and long-term trend visualizations to help users observe patterns related to daily routines, rest, and activity. All information is provided for personal reference and awareness only. DAILY OVERVIEW A simple snapshot for everyday awareness. The AIVELA app brings together multiple data trends into an easy-to-read daily overview, allowing users to review recent activity and rest patterns without interpretation or evaluation. EVERYDAY WEAR & DATA VISUALIZATION Designed for comfort and daily use. AIVELA visualizes trends based on signals collected from the finger, including heart rate trends, temperature trends, and movement-related data. These trends are displayed to help users observe changes over time that may relate to daily habits or environment. SLEEP TIME & PATTERN SUMMARY View nightly rest patterns at a glance. AIVELA provides summaries of sleep duration and rest timing, helping users recognize sleep patterns over time through clear charts and visualizations. ACTIVITY & MOVEMENT SUMMARY Track daily movement trends. AIVELA summarizes steps, estimated active calories, and general movement intensity throughout the day. For supported activities, distance may be estimated using device sensors to generate post-activity summaries for personal reference. BREATHING & RELAXATION TOOLS Optional guided sessions for mindful moments. The app offers optional breathing and relaxation sessions designed to support moments of calm and personal focus as part of a balanced daily routine. LONG-TERM TRENDS Observe changes over time. AIVELA visualizes long-term trends across rest, activity, and temperature-related data, helping users notice patterns that may relate to lifestyle routines, travel, or daily schedules. HABIT LOGGING Reflect on daily routines. Users can optionally log daily habits such as caffeine intake or meal timing. The app displays visual correlations between logged habits and long-term trends to support personal reflection. TOUCH & AIR CONTROL Hands-free convenience. AIVELA supports touch and air gesture controls, allowing users to interact with music, content, presentations, and camera functions without touching their device. Legal Disclaimer AIVELA Ring and App are consumer wellness and lifestyle products and are not medical devices. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition. All data and visualizations are provided for general wellness awareness and personal reference only. Users should consult a qualified healthcare professional for any health-related concerns.

Screenshots

Zukka3 screens
AIVELA4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Zukka at 77% against AIVELA's 26%. Zukka also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.1). AIVELA's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ratings volume, 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Zukka holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 59 and 23 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of Zukka's written reviews are positive against 26% of AIVELA's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Zukka ships an update every 3 weeks, AIVELA every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Zukka versus AIVELA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZukkaAIVELA
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (59 ratings) — better3.1 (23 ratings)
Positive reviews76.7% of reviews — better25.6% of reviews
Number of ratings59 — better23
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.215.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size116 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIhor ZhvankoAIVELA INC.

Customer experience

Zukka

All ratings59 ratings
Positive88.1%
Neutral3.4%
Negative8.5%
Written reviews60 reviews
Positive76.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative15.0%

AIVELA

All ratings23 ratings
Positive43.5%
Neutral17.4%
Negative39.1%
Written reviews39 reviews
Positive25.6%
Neutral15.4%
Negative59.0%

In-app purchases

None

Zukka

No in-app purchases

None

AIVELA

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Zukka free?
Zukka is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AIVELA free?
AIVELA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Zukka or AIVELA?
Zukka is rated higher. Zukka averages 4.6 out of 5 from 59 ratings, while AIVELA averages 3.1 from 23 ratings.
Do Zukka or AIVELA have ads?
Neither Zukka nor AIVELA shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Zukka or AIVELA?
Zukka ships an update every 3 weeks, and AIVELA every 10 days. Most recently, Zukka was updated on September 23, 2026 and AIVELA on September 22, 2026.

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