Comparison

t vs GlucoseGuide

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

Head to head
About

t

Explore the features of an insulin pump's touchscreen interface without needing a prescription. This app is ideal for individuals with diabetes, their caregivers, or healthcare professionals to understand pump functionality.

Highlights
  • Explore touchscreen interface
  • Demonstrates pump features
  • No prescription required
  • Educational tool
  • Mobile device compatible
Features
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The t:simulator™ App is an easy way to explore the simple touchscreen interface of the t:slim X2™ Insulin Pump from Tandem Diabetes Care, no prescription or insurance verification required! Whether you’re a person living with diabetes, a relative or caregiver, or a healthcare provider, we make it simple to explore the t:slim X2 Pump’s features on your mobile device. THIS APPLICATION IS FOR DEMONSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY. IT SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR THERAPY DECISIONS. Due to the variety of sizes of compatible devices, the t:simulator App may not display the pump at actual size. Actual size is 2” x 3.13”. Please refer to the Technical Specifications in the Resources section of the app for more detailed information.

About

GlucoseGuide

Features
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Make your daily diabetes routine easier with GlucoGuide. Track your glucose, estimate meal carbs with AI, chat with your AI coach, and keep up with reminders and personal goals—all in one place. GlucoGuide helps you stay organised and take a more active role in managing your diabetes. TRACK YOUR GLUCOSE Record your glucose readings to keep track of your levels over time. Having your readings together makes it easier to look back and stay aware of changes. SCAN MEALS WITH AI Take the guesswork out of where to start with carb counting. Use AI meal scanning to estimate carbohydrates, helping you better understand what’s on your plate. CHAT WITH YOUR AI COACH Get extra support with your everyday diabetes routine. Ask questions, explore healthier habits, and find encouragement as you work towards your goals. SET POST-MEAL REMINDERS A busy day can make it easy to forget a check. Set reminders to check your glucose after meals and build a more consistent tracking routine. KEEP UP WITH MEDICATION REMINDERS Set medication reminders that fit your schedule, giving you one less thing to remember throughout the day. WORK TOWARDS YOUR GOALS Set personal goals to bring focus to your daily routine. Whether you’re working on more consistent tracking or building better habits, GlucoGuide helps you keep your goals in sight. MORE CLARITY, ONE DAY AT A TIME From logging a reading to checking a meal’s estimated carbs, GlucoGuide brings everyday tracking tools together to help you feel more informed and organised. Download GlucoGuide and take the next step towards a more consistent diabetes routine. GlucoGuide supports tracking and organisation and does not replace professional medical advice. The AI coach provides general information, not medical advice. AI carbohydrate estimates may be inaccurate; verify them before using them to make treatment decisions. Always follow your healthcare professional’s guidance. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

t3 screens
GlucoseGuide4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: t at none against GlucoseGuide's 2. GlucoseGuide's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. GlucoseGuide sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. t asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

t ships an update every 2 months, GlucoseGuide every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
t versus GlucoseGuide: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametertGlucoseGuide
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (116 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews42.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings116 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB44 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperTandem Diabetes Care, Inc.Thomas Dempster

Bugs and requests

t

Reported bugs

13 issues
  • App won't open once downloaded
  • Simulator crashes on launch
  • App broken on iOS 12
  • Simulator app broken on iOS 12
  • Simulator crashes as soon as app is open
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  • Simulator not working
  • App crashes when opening on iPhone X
  • Simulator crashes on iOS 12
  • Simulator doesn't work
  • App bombs on launch
  • Lagging and not working properly
  • Doesn't update as often
  • US version installed on iPhone, needs German version

Requested features

14 requests
  • Actual app to control and manage the pump
  • App available in Canada/Europe
  • Display beep noises for alerts
  • Simulate real-world issues like occlusions
  • Ability to simulate changing the pump
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  • Bolus from the app
  • Option to change mmol/l to mg/dl
  • Bluetooth control of the pump
  • App to upload reports from the pump for iPad
  • Integrate with Apple Watch for alerts
  • Actual app that sends information to phone
  • Simulate confirmation screens and alarms
  • More realistic simulation of pump usage
  • Display insulin on board information

GlucoseGuide

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

t

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

GlucoseGuide

Subscriptions2
  • GlucoseGuide Monthly7 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • GlucoGuide Premium – Yearly7 Days trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is t free?
t is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GlucoseGuide free?
GlucoseGuide is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do t or GlucoseGuide have ads?
Neither t nor GlucoseGuide shows ads.
Which is updated more often, t or GlucoseGuide?
t ships an update every 2 months, and GlucoseGuide every 4 days. Most recently, t was updated on October 24, 2026 and GlucoseGuide on October 24, 2026.

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