mySugr alternative: Helsa vs mySugr
mySugr is Roche's diabetes logbook for people with type 1, type 2 or gestational diabetes; the basic app is free, PRO is $4.99 a month, and it works best with Accu-Chek meters. Helsa is a different kind of app: an AI meal tracker that estimates each meal's glycemic index, with an AI health coach, so it suits people with prediabetes or weight goals who want help with food, sleep, stress and lab results more than a detailed glucose logbook.
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Helsa vs mySugr at a glance
| Feature | Helsa | mySugr |
|---|---|---|
| CGM required | No — works from logged meals and habits, plus Apple Health data | Optional — built around fingerstick logging; on iOS, Dexcom data can be imported via Apple Health (not Libre) |
| Price | Free tier; Premium subscription unlocks all features (US App Store lists $12.99/month or $79.99/year; 7-day free trial on yearly) | Free Basic version; PRO $4.99/month or $39.99/year on the US App Store |
| Platforms | iOS and Android | iOS and Android |
| AI coach | Yes — AI coach chat that knows your medication, dose and how you've been feeling | Not verified |
| Meal logging | Photo, barcode or voice, with calories, protein and fiber, a meal score and the meal's likely blood sugar impact | Logbook entries with meal photos |
| Blood markers / labs | Yes — analyzes lab results such as A1C, cholesterol and triglycerides | Estimated HbA1c from logged readings — not available to US residents |
| Sleep & stress | Yes — tracks sleep and stress; syncs with Apple Health | Not verified |
| Insurance / HSA | Self-pay in-app subscription through Apple or Google | App membership is an HSA/FSA-eligible expense (check with your provider) |
“Not verified” means we couldn’t confirm it from a public source, so we left it out rather than guess.
Who should choose which?
Choose Helsa if…
- You have prediabetes or are watching your A1C, rather than logging insulin doses
- You want an AI coach and photo or voice meal logging
- You're in the US and want your A1C and other lab results analyzed
Choose mySugr if…
- You check your blood sugar with a fingerstick meter, especially an Accu-Chek Guide
- You have type 1 or gestational diabetes and need a detailed logbook
- You want printable reports to share with your diabetes care team
Pros and cons
Helsa
GLP-1 companion app: AI meal logging with calories, protein and fiber, a daily protein target, dose and side-effect tracking, and an AI coach that knows your medication; works without a CGM.
Pros
- Food-first: logs calories, protein and fiber from a photo, a barcode or what you say
- Daily protein target from your weight: 1.2 g per kg, within 80–120 g a day
- Logs GLP-1 doses with dose-day reminders and injection-site rotation, plus a side-effect log
- No CGM or wearable needed to get started
Cons
- Doesn't measure glucose itself — a meal's blood sugar impact is estimated from what you log, so it's less precise than real CGM readings
- A Premium subscription is required to unlock all features
- For tracking and education only — no medical advice, and it never recommends dose changes
mySugr
Diabetes logbook app for people with type 1, type 2 or gestational diabetes.
Recent change: Still actively developed — Roche is moving Accu-Chek SmartGuide CGM users into the mySugr app.
Pros
- Automatic logging from Accu-Chek Guide and Guide Me meters
- PRO features are free while a compatible Accu-Chek meter is paired
- More than 7 million registered accounts worldwide
- Reports you can print or share digitally with your care team
- Registered with the FDA as a medical device
Cons
- FreeStyle Libre data no longer syncs with mySugr
- The Pump Control feature was retired on June 29, 2026
- Dexcom data import isn’t supported on Android
Frequently asked questions
Is mySugr being discontinued?
No. mySugr is still being developed, and Roche is moving users of its Accu-Chek SmartGuide CGM app into mySugr. Some features have been retired, though: FreeStyle Libre sync has ended and Pump Control was retired on June 29, 2026.
How much does mySugr PRO cost?
On the US App Store, mySugr PRO is $4.99 a month or $39.99 a year. Accu-Chek says PRO features are free while you pair a compatible Accu-Chek meter.
Does mySugr work with a CGM?
Partly. On iOS, mySugr can import Dexcom data through Apple Health, but it can't import FreeStyle Libre or Medtronic CGM data, and Dexcom import isn't supported on Android.
Can Helsa replace my diabetes logbook if I take insulin?
No. Helsa is an informational coaching app and isn't designed for insulin dosing. If you take insulin, keep using the logbook, meter or CGM your care team recommends; Helsa can sit alongside it for coaching on meals, sleep, stress and activity.
Which app is better for prediabetes?
For prediabetes, Helsa is the closer fit: it focuses on your meals, daily habits and lab markers such as A1C. mySugr is built mainly for people who already have diabetes and log their blood sugar readings.
Sources
Prices and features change. We checked each source on the date shown; please confirm current details on the company’s own site.
- apps.apple.com/us/app/helsa-blood-sugar-coach/id6736939841 — checked
- play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=helsa.health — checked
- play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mysugr.android.companion — checked
- mysugr.com/accu-chek-cgm — checked
- mysugr.com/support/en/how-can-i-import-cgm-data-logbook — checked
- apps.apple.com/us/app/mysugr-diabetes-tracker-log/id516509211 — checked
- mysugr.com/us — checked
- mysugr.com/support/en/how-does-estimated-a1c-work — checked
- mysugr.com/support/en/fsahsa-eligibility-0 — checked
- accu-chek.com/products/mysugr — checked
- mysugr.com/support/en/why-doesnt-synchronization-between-mysugr-and-libre-link-app-work-anymore — checked
- mysugr.com/support/en/information-about-discontinuation-mysugr-pump-control-june-29th-2026 — checked