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Which Menstrual Cycle Tracking App Fits You Best?

  • Writer: Nadine Rücker
    Nadine Rücker
  • Nov 12, 2025
  • 2 min read

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From data privacy to predictive power — here’s what really matters when choosing your app.


Tracking your cycle used to mean circling a few dates on a calendar. Today, it’s a science-backed habit that can unlock deep insights into your energy, mood, and overall health. Modern menstrual tracking apps can help you recognize patterns in sleep, stress, and hormones, even before your body does.


But as powerful as these tools have become, they also raise a new question: what happens to the data you share?


Cycle trackers collect some of the most personal information possible: your symptoms, emotions, sexual activity, and health history. And while this data can be incredibly useful for understanding your body, it’s also sensitive. Some apps use strong encryption and local storage; others rely on cloud systems that may allow broader access.


So, which apps strike the best balance between useful insights and responsible privacy?


We looked at seven popular menstrual cycle tracking apps and compared their key features — from accuracy and analytics to privacy, integrations, and pricing. The goal: to help you find a tracker that fits your health goals and your comfort level.


Cycle Tracking Apps


Cycle Prediction

Symptom Tracking

Ovulation / Fertility

Integration

Privacy & Security

Analytics & Insights

Pricing Model

Unique Features

Yes

Yes

Yes

Apple Health, Google Fit

Enhanced privacy controls (FTC reforms)

Detailed analytics, Q&A, symptom history

Freemium

AI suggestions, extensive community

Yes

Yes

Yes

Apple Health

High privacy reputation

Cycle patterns, prediction accuracy

Freemium

Research partnerships, regular / irregular cycle support

Yes

Yes

Yes

Limited

Basic privacy features

Simple calendar and logs

Free

Pill reminders, charitable impact

Yes

Yes

Yes

Apple Health

Password protection

Simple graphing and notes

Free

No-frills approach, highly reliable

Yes

Yes

Yes

Apple Health

Emphasis on privacy / ad-free experience

Mood and flow-level logs, graphing

Free

Import from Flo, partner data sharing

Yes

Yes

Yes

Android, iOS

Best-in-class privacy, open source

Minimal analytics, private local storage

Free

Max privacy: user data stays on device

Yes

Yes

Yes

None

Complete privacy, ad-free

Accurate predictions, simple stats

Free

Focus on privacy / no subscription


Flo and Clue stand out for their advanced analytics, diverse tracking, and community support, which are ideal for users who want rich insights and guided recommendations. Euki and Belle, on the other hand, take a privacy-first approach, keeping all data securely on your device with no tracking or ads. Stardust, MyCalendar, and Period Calendar each bring something unique, from simplicity to user engagement, proving there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to cycle tracking.


💬 How do you track your cycle?

If your favorite app isn’t on the list, tell us about it in the comments! Your experience might help someone else find their perfect fit.

 
 
 

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