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Ovia Cycle & Pregnancy Tracker

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Ovia Cycle & Pregnancy Tracker is a free app praised for its comprehensive features and user-friendly interface, but recent updates have caused significant frustration due to data loss, removal of customization options, and persistent technical bugs.

4.8★ lifetime (89,275) Free to download since 2012 by Ovuline, Inc. updated 0.3 mo ago recent negative 34% 120 reviews across 2 regions
Data Loss Bugs & Performance Customization Removed Accuracy & Specificity User Interface & Experience
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recent reviews across 2 regions, vs the 4.8★ lifetime average

Ovia Cycle & Pregnancy Tracker is a free app that offers extensive features for tracking cycles, fertility, and pregnancy, with many users appreciating its detailed information and ease of use. However, recent updates have led to widespread issues including lost historical data, removal of beloved customization options, and frequent app crashes and loading problems, significantly impacting user satisfaction.

What users like

  • Comprehensive tracking and information for cycles and pregnancyR8R19R25R35
  • User-friendly interface and easy to log informationR7R8R23R25
  • Completely free with no aggressive subscription pushesR8R23R26R68
  • Helpful community features and articlesR19R107

What users complain about

  • Recent updates caused significant data loss for many usersR9R16R27R31
  • Removal of customization options, including themes and backgroundsR2R4R10R12
  • Frequent bugs, crashing, and slow loading timesR3R24R30R39
  • Inaccurate predictions and calculations, especially for irregular cyclesR1R5R15R39
  • Lacks features for specific situations like irregular cycles, twins, surrogacy, or miscarriageR15R21R22R42
  • Perceived as overly focused on pregnancy, even when not trying to conceiveR238
  • Some users find the language and content politically charged or overly inclusiveR32R33R92R93
  • Issues with account creation and login, including verification codes and password requirementsR29R38R57R62
  • Concerns about data privacy and location trackingR46R77

Latest update · v8.7.0

What the developer says changed (the verdict above weighs this against what reviewers report):

Every update we make to your app reflects your feedback and suggestions — we're so excited to release this new version! Love Ovia? Leave us a review! Thank you for being an incredible Ovia user :) What's new in this version: - Bug fixes and other improvements

Recurring themes

Data Loss negative
Many users reported losing years of historical cycle and pregnancy data after recent updates or when the app merged with the separate Ovia Pregnancy app. This issue is a major source of frustration and has led many to stop using the app.R9R16R27R31
Customization Removed negative
Users are unhappy that recent updates removed the ability to customize app themes and backgrounds, which had been available for years. They describe the new default look as 'ugly' or 'boring' and miss the personalized options.R2R4R10R12
Bugs & Performance negative
Despite developer notes mentioning 'bug fixes and other improvements,' many recent reviews report persistent technical issues. These include the app taking too long to load, frequent 'something went wrong' errors, crashing, and sections of the daily log disappearing.R3R24R30R39
Accuracy & Specificity negative
Several users find the app's predictions for ovulation and period dates inaccurate, especially for those with irregular cycles. The app also lacks options to input specific medical conditions or non-traditional family planning methods, making it less useful for diverse user needs.R1R5R15R22
User Interface & Experience mixed
While many praise the app's ease of use and intuitive design, some newer users or those affected by updates find it confusing, unintuitive, or cluttered with pop-ups. The removal of themes also contributes to a less enjoyable visual experience.R2R7R8R23

Who it's for

Ovia Cycle & Pregnancy Tracker is for individuals seeking a free, comprehensive app to track menstrual cycles, fertility, and pregnancy, especially those who appreciate a wide range of articles and community features R19R25R68. It is less suitable for users with irregular cycles, those needing specific tracking for conditions like PCOS or endometriosis, or individuals who prefer extensive customization options R15. It may also not be ideal for those sensitive to politically charged language or who are concerned about data privacy R32R46R77.

Evidence note: The recent reviews skew heavily negative, primarily due to data loss and removal of customization features following recent updates. While the lifetime rating is very high, the recent sentiment indicates a significant decline in user satisfaction. The developer's release notes are vague ('Bug fixes and other improvements') and directly contradict the user experience of increased bugs and data loss.

Frequently asked

Is Ovia Cycle & Pregnancy Tracker free?
Yes, Ovia Cycle & Pregnancy Tracker is free to download and use, with many users appreciating that it offers extensive features without aggressive pushes for paid subscriptions R8R23R26R68.
Does Ovia track irregular cycles accurately?
Many users with irregular cycles report that Ovia's predictions for ovulation and period dates are often inaccurate, as the app tends to base calculations on a standard 28-day cycle and does not always allow for accurate manual input of non-average cycle lengths R15R58R67R107.
Can I customize the app's appearance?
Recent updates have removed the ability to customize the app's appearance, including themes and background options that users previously enjoyed for years, leaving many unhappy with the new default aesthetic R2R4R10R12.
Has Ovia had issues with data loss?
Yes, numerous users have reported significant data loss, including years of cycle and pregnancy history, after recent app updates or the migration of data from the separate Ovia Pregnancy app R9R16R31R81.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R8] 4/5 · US Ovi-ously Loving This Free App!: I enjoy how easy it is to use and the fact that it is free is an additional bonus! It offers functionality, simplicity and ease. I feel like it is my personal self-care app and it gives the freedoms to write, log and journal my feelings/thoughts, my body autonomy, changes and the tracking of my XXX rated activities with my lover is perfect for trying to convince.
  2. [R19] 5/5 · US Favorite for years!: I’ve used this app for years now as it has walked with me in tracking cycles, trying to conceive now twice, pregnancy, and postpartum. I love the community features, the self care checklist, and the library of articles and videos! So many resources on this app! I have one suggestion. I would love it if the self-care checklists were saved in a way where I could look back on pre
  3. [R25] 5/5 · US EASIEST THING: I’ve downloaded a couple of pregnancy tracking apps and this one by far is the easiest to follow, log, and there seems to be so much to read up on with a lot of sources. Highly recommend!
  4. [R35] 5/5 · US Ovia is the best: Ovia helped me with my period and didn’t get a single date wrong! It also let me put my symptoms so it could help with my period. it even gave me tips and videos to help me with my period! and it doesn’t just track periods it does pregnancy too!
  5. [R7] 5/5 · US New User Ovia+: So far so good have been using the app for a month. Looking forward to seeing and learning trends over time. Easy interface design and able to enter info while on the go.
  6. [R23] 5/5 · US Perfect Cycle Tracker: So much better than the other cycle trackers I have tried. Thoughtfully laid out. All the information you could want. And no aggressive pushing to subscribe! And even if I do want to subscribe someday in the future… the fact it’s not being pushed on me every time I open the app makes me so much more likely to consider it!
  7. [R26] 5/5 · US 100 percent free: Been using for 10 + years. Never been asked for $. Entering new phase of life and wish it assisted with that as ALL OTHER APPS insist on $$$. Forever a subscriber. And recommended to all my female students.
  8. [R68] 5/5 · US Great Free App: Easy to use, super informative and full of data, plus totally FREE app! Need I say more!
  9. [R107] 3/5 · US It’s ok: The predictions are based off a regular 28 day cycle which not everyone has and you have to use it for literally years for it to become more accurate for you. I love the community tab to talk to other moms experiencing similar things, but here lately I’ve been seeing ALOT of old posts and barely anyone comments back anymore. This app definitely needs updated more.
  10. [R9] 1/5 · US Didn’t transfer data to new phone recorded 4 years for nothing: What happened:(
  11. [R16] 1/5 · US .: This app used to be amazing. Once they merged all the apps I lost everything. Only response I can get is I apparently I deleted my account and haven’t used it when it was used every month multiple times. Over 10 years of data gone with no explanation. UPDATE: I am blocked from Ovia support or just ignored. Proof is in the fact I have waited over a month, multiple emails sent, dms on socials,
  12. [R27] 1/5 · US I lost everything: Honestly I loved the Ovia pregnancy app, I tracked my entire pregnancy on it! But I lost everything when they switched to this app. I am extremely upset about it.
  13. [R31] 1/5 · US Worst app EVER! They lost all my data!: Untrustworthy platform! DO NOT USE!!! They recently migrated all the Ovia Pregnancy data into Ovia Cycle & Pregnancy Tracker to combine the apps and decommission the Pregnancy app. The only notice in the Pregnancy app was that it was going away but no additional info for how the customer can ensure their data will migrate correctly nor an exact date. One day
  14. [R2] 2/5 · US Bring themes back!: I liked the app until they took color themes away. Now I’m not happy. Why take them away? We needed more color options, not no color options. I also can’t stand the constant “pop ups” on the home page. I get they are kind of like reminders to track sleep, etc but it is annoying to have to hit the X five times to close all of them. Also, add more emotions. Half the time I don’
  15. [R4] 3/5 · US HATE THE NEW UPDATE: I really enjoyed being able to customize the app using the cute color theme that have been available FOR YEARS. Why is it necessary to take the color and fun out of everything.
  16. [R10] 1/5 · US Fix the Themes in the app!!: Why on earth would you all think after YEARS of having us be able to customize the app that it would be okay for you to take away the theme option and give us some ugly blue and yellow theme option??? Why take away the option for us to customize the app??? Dumbest decision ever!! BRING BACK THE THEME OPTION!!! I can’t even stand to look at the hideous yellow and navy b
  17. [R12] 3/5 · US Looks ugly: The new update has left the app ugly. I miss the galaxy background or the at least the option to choose a background.
  18. [R3] 1/5 · US Nice app but…taking too long to load: The app takes way too long to load once you opened the app on the home page. It say’s something went wrong and request timed out.
  19. [R24] 3/5 · US Recent bug: I normally love this app for pregnancy! I love all the resources and timely information. Normally I love this app! There must have been a recent update because my app will no longer update my pregnancy or show any data on my main feed. I’ve tried to redownload the app and it’s not working. Bummer. I hope it gets fixed soon!
  20. [R30] 3/5 · US Major bugs lately: I used to like this app but I feel like I get a “something went wrong please retry” error >50% of the time I log in now. I’ve tried restarting the app and ensuring it’s up to date without any improvement. It’s disappointing.
  21. [R39] 2/5 · US Not Functioning: The app is not working as it should. The days are off on counting when I had my last cycle. I have to go by the calendar icon. It just started doing this and I’ve had this app for years.
  22. [R1] 1/5 · US Good until update: I like this app but the recent update messed up the counts on past cycles so now they all say 59 or 59 or whatever days.
  23. [R5] 1/5 · US What happened to this app?: I’ve used this app for at least 5 years to track my periods. No longer will it tell you how many days you are into/between your cycle(s), or even show when your next expected one is. Useless now.
  24. [R15] 4/5 · US NOT Suitable for irregular cycles: I do love the features of this app but it does not give me the option to accurately input my cycle days that are not on the average 28 day scale. I have to manually input my dates and do the separate math to make sure I have the right date tracking my pregnancy. If I put the right due date, it’s moved my LMP and date of conception to incorrect days. It is good f
  25. [R21] 4/5 · US Adding onto the apps: Love the app… I just wish there was an option for mom’s experiencing their babies through the Nicu. Same with the Ovia parenting app! There’s not many pre term baby apps to choose from like there is for full term babies due to most being specifically linked to certain hospitals. Being able to go to one app just to ask questions about my babies and track my cycle would be ama
  26. [R22] 2/5 · US Baby’s Name won’t let you select gender: I only use it for the baby names feature and for some reason this time around it only shows female names and it doesn’t allow adjustment in the filter section. They also restrict how you can set up your due date vs first day of period . If I change due date it tells ME When the first day of period was is no longer the day I put which is ridiculous cause tha
  27. [R42] 3/5 · US Not great for twins: Allows you to specify a twin pregnancy but doesn’t customize any of the language or information to be more customized to twins.
  28. [R238] 3/5 · US Too focused on babies: I’m using it to track my cycle as an extra layer of birth control and it’s pretty solid for that but even with the option to: 1. I’m NOT trying to get pregnant (goals) 2. I’m using it to only track my cycle 3. Not show fertility insights and tips to conceive (toggle switch in settings) (4. I feel like there’s even more ways I’ve asked it to stop talking about babies) ITS AL
  29. [R32] 1/5 · US Terrible: I get an email from Ovia basically stating “f-u whites, Asians, Hispanics, yall are seen and heard from doctors and we need stand behind black women who are never seen or heard” none of which is true. Healthcare sucks for everyone especially when it’s public hospitals or lower cost. How sick that we are still perpetuating some people are worse off than others and undermining what ALL wom
  30. [R33] 3/5 · US Helpful but uses political language: This app has a lot of useful information, but much of the content/copy was clearly written by progressive youngsters trying to be as inclusive as possible - to the point where it gets stupid and offensive to normies like me. This app is for PREGNANT WOMEN. Rarely if ever will you see the word woman - “folks” is much more common, even when it sounds forced - and
  31. [R92] 1/5 · US App grate- super woke: Only women can give birth. “Birthing person” as well as all the lesbians on the articles is just annoying and totally ruined it for me. Sorry!
  32. [R93] 2/5 · US Great App BUT…: I am newly pregnant with my first baby. I love the ease of the app and all of the information it gives about baby. I love learning! The thing is, I really don’t understand why there are specific race targeted articles for “where can black families go for breast feeding support”. It doesn’t matter what color mama is or baby. We all deserve the best help for all stages of pregnancy.
  33. [R29] 4/5 · US It’s fine: It was fine. I enjoyed the app but I stopped using it because it wouldn’t let me choose my password. Kept saying it wasn’t strong enough. I don’t have time to accommodate somebody else’s opinion of what my password should be. So I moved on
  34. [R38] 1/5 · US Painful to set up and edit: While signing up, I tried to look up my employer- who is not listed but does participate in the program. Now it’s stuck in this loop, I can’t edit, customer service doesn’t respond- when I try to chat for help, there is no one there, it’s just a reply saying someone will reach out in 2 days. I wish I wasn’t required to even give 1 star.
  35. [R57] 1/5 · US Literally can’t start: Can’t get past the create account verification code screen. So annoying! I’d love to try the app, but one hour later and I’m not even close. E-mail is correct, wifi is on, even with wifi off and 5G on, nothing. I don’t get it. Help button just says useless info that doesn’t help. Stuck and no way forward. Boo. Also creating a password was super annoying. I went in circles tr
  36. [R62] 1/5 · US I can’t make an account: Could you please address the bug that says it has timed out before I can even create an account? Thank you
  37. [R46] 1/5 · US Uses your location and identity: Tracks what state you live in. This could be used as evidence against people potentially having miscarriage or abortions in states with restrictions on these activities. Do not support or recommend.
  38. [R77] 1/5 · US I don’t feel safe.: I’m deleting the app. I can’t see anything without agreeing to the new terms. With everything going on in the government and what they’re trying to do to women and track us I’ll go back to pen and paper. It was good while it lasted.
  39. [R58] 3/5 · US Irregular Cycle: After awhile App fails Manual entry for period. It wants the ovulation tracked first.
  40. [R67] 4/5 · US Due Date Calculator: I wish when you enter your lmp/conception date to figure out the due date, that you had the option to enter your average cycle length. My cycle length is not the 28 days it is automatically chosen by. I know when I ovulated/conceived and when I add that it automatically changes the first date of my lmp which is wrong. I know the 28days is most often and easiest to calculate bu
  41. [R81] 1/5 · US Lost all my info: Last week it logged me out. When I logged back in all my information was gone. I’ve used this app for 6 years, 6 years of information gone. I’m trying to get pregnant, so disappointing. When I reached out to customer support they asked me twice if I’ve ever logged in with Apple. After the second time of telling them no, they stopped responding.

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store