Comparison

ADD vs DiaPocket

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

Head to head
About

ADD

This app helps type 1 diabetics manage their blood sugar by adjusting insulin doses before meals based on glucose levels and carbohydrate intake. It also accounts for exercise to help prevent hypoglycemia.

Highlights
  • Adjust insulin dose before meals
  • Calculate based on blood glucose
  • Factor in carbohydrate intake
  • Adjust dose for exercise
  • Helps prevent hypoglycemia
Features
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Adjust your insulin dose The application aims to regulate the blood sugar level of type 1 diabetics by adjusting the doses of insulin given before meals, depending on blood glucose level before meals and the amount of carbohydrates in the meal. The application also allows for adjusting the insulin dose according to the type of exercise the patient intends to do to reduce the risk of hypoglycemic episodes. This app is for informational purposes only and is not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnose, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider before making medical decisions.

About

DiaPocket

Features
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DiaPocket is a digital logbook and assistant for people with type 1 diabetes. The app helps you record, visualize, and prepare all relevant diabetes data in one place—especially for medical appointments. Why a diabetes logbook? Living with type 1 diabetes means making hundreds of decisions every single day: How much insulin? When to eat? How does my body react to exercise? A structured logbook is key to recognizing patterns, adjusting therapy, and achieving better long-term glucose control. Instead of endless notes, spreadsheets, or multiple apps, DiaPocket provides a single, clear and organized platform for all your diabetes documentation. CORE FEATURES OF THE LOGBOOK Blood Glucose Tracking: Record glucose values (20–600 mg/dL) Mark trends (rising, falling, stable) Note data source (manual entry, CGM system) Visualize glucose curves across days and weeks Insulin Logging Document bolus insulin (NovoRapid, Fiasp, Lyumjev) Track basal insulin (Lantus, Tresiba, Toujeo) Note injection sites (abdomen, thigh, arm) Track when and how much insulin you administered Meals & Carbohydrates Log carbohydrate amounts in grams Note fat and protein content for delayed glucose rises Add meal photos (optional, stored locally) Describe meals for later evaluation Lifestyle & Activities Record exercise and physical activity (type, duration, intensity) Document stress levels and illness Log special events (alcohol, menstrual cycle) Understand how daily life affects your glucose levels Timeline View Clear 24-hour timeline of your day All events at a glance: glucose, insulin, meals, exercise Color-coded markers for quick orientation Detail view with extended information FREE AND AD-FREE DiaPocket is—and will remain—completely free: No in-app purchases No ads No subscriptions All features fully available without limits BY THE COMMUNITY, FOR THE COMMUNITY DiaPocket was created by people with type 1 diabetes for people with type 1 diabetes. We know the daily challenges firsthand: • Fear of nighttime hypos • Frustration over unexplained glucose swings • Overwhelm when dosing insulin after high-fat meals That’s why we built an app that truly helps—without unnecessary complexity, hidden costs, or ads. DATA PRIVACY & SECURITY Your data belongs to you—everything is stored locally on your device only. IMPORTANT NOTICE DiaPocket is NOT a medical device and does not replace medical advice. The app is a digital notebook for documenting your diabetes data. All therapeutic decisions regarding insulin dosing, nutrition, or treatment adjustments are made solely by you—ideally in consultation with your healthcare professional.

Screenshots

ADD4 screens
DiaPocket3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: ADD at 13.0 against DiaPocket's 15.1. 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

ADD ships an update every 10 days, DiaPocket every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
ADD versus DiaPocket: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterADDDiaPocket
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size119 MB47 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperSatyaprakash PalJulian Antonio Bondarenko

In-app purchases

None

ADD

No in-app purchases

None

DiaPocket

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ADD free?
ADD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DiaPocket free?
DiaPocket is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ADD or DiaPocket have ads?
Neither ADD nor DiaPocket shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ADD or DiaPocket?
ADD ships an update every 10 days, and DiaPocket every 3 weeks. Most recently, ADD was updated on October 1, 2026 and DiaPocket on October 15, 2026.

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