# GotCGM vs FooDecoded

The clearest difference is rating: FooDecoded at 5.0 against GotCGM's 3.4. FooDecoded also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2). GotCGM's advantage is ratings volume (15 vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.6). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GotCGM sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.00 per month. FooDecoded asks for nothing beyond the download.

FooDecoded holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GotCGM has 15 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

GotCGM ships an update every 3 weeks, FooDecoded every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 8, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | GotCGM | FooDecoded |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gotcgm/id6754181671/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/foodecoded/id6761284356/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **15** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 30.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 168 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 18.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Gluroo Imaginations Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1560748691) | [Nickolaos Kafkas](https://appshunter.io/developer/1882879134) |

## What reviewers say

### GotCGM

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gotcgm/id6754181671)

This app displays your continuous glucose monitor (CGM) data on your Apple Watch, iPhone widgets, Dynamic Island, and even in your car. It integrates with Apple Health and supports Dexcom and Libre sensors for real-time blood sugar visibility.

**Highlights:** Real-time CGM data display, Apple Watch complications, iPhone lock/home screen widgets, Dynamic Island Live Activities, CarPlay integration, Apple Health sync, Dexcom & Libre sensor support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $3.00 | per month |
| Annual | $17.99 | per year |


### FooDecoded

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/foodecoded/id6761284356)

Instantly understand packaged food ingredients with AI-powered analysis. Upload a photo of a label to receive personalized health insights tailored to your profile.

**Highlights:** AI-powered ingredient analysis, Personalized health insights, Photo-based label scanning, Customizable health profiles, Clear, understandable results

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GotCGM free?

GotCGM is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is FooDecoded free?

FooDecoded is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, GotCGM or FooDecoded?

FooDecoded is rated higher. GotCGM averages 3.4 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while FooDecoded averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do GotCGM or FooDecoded have ads?

Neither GotCGM nor FooDecoded shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GotCGM or FooDecoded?

GotCGM ships an update every 3 weeks, and FooDecoded every 2 weeks. Most recently, GotCGM was updated on October 8, 2026 and FooDecoded on October 8, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*