Eve by Glow- App Review

Key Takeaways

• Period & Ovulation Tracking: Eve is tailored more toward cycle tracking and sexual wellness than detailed fertility tracking. It offers fun, engaging visuals and symptom tracking, but lacks medical depth for precise ovulation prediction.

• Data Privacy: Eve has been criticized for sharing user data with third parties under the larger Glow Inc. umbrella. There have been questions around how transparently user data is handled across Glow apps.

• User Experience: Bright, fun, and community-focused, the UX feels geared toward a younger audience. The app heavily pushes social interaction, which can be either engaging or overwhelming, depending on the user.

• Verdict: Eve is more of a lifestyle and community-driven app than a medically robust tracker. It's best for casual users, not those needing high-integrity cycle or fertility insights.

Medical Integrity

• Score: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
  The app offers symptom tracking and sexual health tips, but lacks clear involvement of medical professionals in content development. There are minimal scientific references or medically validated cycle calculations.

Doctor’s Note: Eve offers surface-level education and mood tracking, but users should not rely on it for precise ovulation or fertility data. It’s not medically equipped for that level of care.

Ethical Standards

• Score: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
  The app’s terms allow broad use of user data, and it lacks transparent disclosures about medical limitations. Community features are moderated, but may expose users to sensitive discussions without professional oversight.

Doctor’s Note: Ethical women’s health apps must ensure users are not misled by lifestyle-based health advice. Eve blends entertainment and tracking, which could blur boundaries between informed choice and casual use.

Data Privacy & Protection

• Score: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
  Glow Inc. has faced lawsuits and criticism for data privacy issues. Although changes were made after a 2020 settlement, Eve still collects sensitive data without crystal-clear transparency on third-party sharing practices.

Doctor’s Note: Privacy concerns are significant. The app gathers a lot of personal data, and its protection measures haven’t fully restored user trust. Proceed with caution if privacy is a priority.

UX & Accessibility

• Score: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
  Visually appealing with fun, youthful design and inclusive community options. However, accessibility features like screen reader compatibility and text resizing are limited.

Doctor’s Note: The interface is user-friendly for many, but less so for those with accessibility needs. Improvements in adaptive design could broaden the app’s reach.

Behavioral Impact

• Score: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
  The app gamifies health and promotes frequent log-ins, with strong social and visual feedback loops. This might benefit engagement, but may also create pressure or comparison, especially around sexual health.

Doctor’s Note: Community engagement can support users, but Eve’s reward-driven features may unintentionally lead users to over-focus on symptoms or seek validation from non-expert forums.

Final Score: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (2 out of 5)

Verdict

Eve by Glow offers a vibrant experience for users interested in casual period and sex tracking. However, it falls short in medical accuracy, privacy standards, and ethical clarity. It’s not recommended for users seeking trustworthy health insights or clinically sound fertility tracking.

Review Notes

This review is based on the app’s performance as of 14/04/2025. If the app undergoes significant updates or improvements, the developers are welcome to reach out for a re-evaluation, which may lead to a higher score and potentially a SheRanked Doctor’s Approval Badge.

Reviewed by: Dr Christina Davies, SheRanked Doctor-led Review
Review Date: 14/04/2025

Medical Disclaimer: This review is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. ys consult with a healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions based on app use.

Official Website: https://glowing.com/eve