Diabetes type 2 apps

Apps for people living with type 2 diabetes

Education and information apps

The following apps are a useful way to learn about diabetes.

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Type 2 Diabetes Xplained
  • Education about type 2 diabetes.
  • Country of origin: New Zealand.
  • Available as a web version.
  • Cost: free.
  • Read more about Type 2 Diabetes Xplained.

My Diabetes Journey
  • Education and information.
  • Created by Diabetes NZ.
  • Country of origin: New Zealand.
  • Available from Google Play and iTunes.
  • Cost: free.
  • Read more about My Diabetes Journey.

Reviewed apps that are no longer available

Monitoring and tracking apps

Many apps have features that enable you to record your blood glucose levels, food, medication and physical activity. By looking for patterns or trends in your results and discussing them with your healthcare team, you can learn how to make changes to your diabetes management plan and better manage your diabetes.

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forDiabetes
  • Tracking of blood glucose, meals, medicines, activities.
  • Estimation of HbA1c based on blood glucose history.
  • Export and share reports.
  • Available from Google Play and iTunes.
  • Cost: free(basic); paid upgrade.
  • Read more about forDiabetes.
mySugr

  • Blood glucose diary.
  • Medication tracking.
  • HbA1c estimator.
  • Carbohydrate/meal diary.
  • Insulin calculator.
  • Physical activity log.
  • Available from Google Play and iTunes.
  • Cost: free(basic); paid upgrade.
  • Read more about mySugr.
Glucose Buddy

  • Blood glucose diary.
  • Medication tracking.
  • HbA1c recording.
  • Food log.
  • Graphs and reports.
  • Blood glucose check reminder.
  • Physical activity log.
  • Available from Google Play and iTunes.
  • Cost: free (basic); paid upgrade.
  • Read more about Glucose Buddy.

Blood Glucose Tracker
  • Blood glucose diary.
  • Medication tracking.
  • HbA1c recording.
  • Carbohydrate/meal diary.
  • Graphs and reports.
  • Blood glucose check reminder.
  • Available from Google Pla.
  • Cost: free.
  • Read more about Blood Glucose Tracker.

Learn more

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  2. Boyle L, Grainger R, Hall RM, Krebs JD. Use of and Beliefs About Mobile Phone Apps for Diabetes Self-Management: Surveys of People in a Hospital Diabetes Clinic and Diabetes Health Professionals in New Zealand.(external link) JMIR Mhealth Uhealth. 2017 Jun 30;5(6):e85 
  3. Fu H, McMahon SK, Gross CR, et al. Usability and clinical efficacy of diabetes mobile applications for adults with type 2 diabetes: A systematic review.(external link) Diabetes Res Clin Pract. 2017 Sep;131:70-81.
  4. Rhyner D, Loher H, Dehais J, et al. Carbohydrate Estimation by a Mobile Phone-Based System Versus Self-Estimations of Individuals With Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus: A Comparative Study.(external link) J Med Internet Res. 2016 May 11;18(5):e101.
  5. Deacon AJ, Edirippulige S. Using mobile technology to motivate adolescents with type 1 diabetes mellitus: A systematic review of recent literature.(external link) J Telemed Telecare. 2015 Dec;21(8):431-8. 
  6. Arnhold M, Quade M, Kirch W. Mobile applications for diabetics: a systematic review and expert-based usability evaluation considering the special requirements of diabetes patients age 50 years or older.(external link) J Med Internet Res. 2014 Apr 9;16(4).

Related topics

What is diabetes?
Diabetes topics
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Consumer guide: how to choose a health app
Clinicians guide: how to choose a health app

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