Stay On Track: The period-tracking apps we’re loving right now

Dione Chen 22 Jul 2016 updated the Friday, July 22, 2016

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Clue (iOS/Android)
Clue is the really fun and vivid buddy that you'll need for a pick-me-up at any point of the day, just by admiring the colours on your screen. Not only is it aesthetically pleasing, it allows you to track up to 31 aspects of your life, including your discharge, mood and skin conditions. You can also opt for a cycle review that will be sent to your e-mail every month that you can show your doctor on your next visit.
Photo: Clue iTunes Store
2/9
Pink Pad (iOS/Android)
Pink Pad has undergone some major interface changes for its iOS users, which makes it so much less gaudy and a lot more appealing for those who aren't fans of cutesy, pink backgrounds. The app is sleek with just the right amount of colour to brighten up your day. We love how you're able to customise alert messages as well instead of the monotonous "your period is about to begin" message. Connect with the community to share some of your period woes so that you won't feel so alone during your cycle. All in all, this is a great app to use, but Android users will probably have to wait for an update.
Photo: Pink Pad iTunes Store
3/9
Cycles (iOS)
It seems as if period-tracking apps know just how to please its women by keeping up with the pastel, minimalist trend that's been going on these days. Cycles is an app that contains all the usual tracking features, with an added touch - your partner can be in on the situation as well. Link up with him via Facebook or e-mail, and he'll be notified of when your period is arriving so he'll know to treat you extra well that week.
Photo: Cycles iTunes Store
4/9
Dot (iOS)
Dot utilises the Dynamic Optimal Timing fertility awareness approach to predict the chances of pregnancy each day of your cycle. Dot is the first app that can be used as a contraception, as it accurately and effectively helps you to plan or prevent pregnancy. It is an extremely simple app that does away with all the details if you don't need them. It will be launching soon on the Google Play Store, so Android users will want to look out for that.
Photo: Dot iTunes Store
5/9
Monthly Cycles (iOS/Android)
This is another pretty app to add to your list - a bit more feminine than the others, but extremely user-friendly and places all your information on one page so that your cycle is easy to keep track of. You can also record down your mood, feelings and whatever miscellaneous observations you would like to in a diary format that might help you in the future. If you're planning to conceive, check out its suggestions for the most auspicious dates to give birth!
Photo: Monthly Cycles iTunes Store
6/9
Glow (iOS/Android)
Glow is kind of everything you'll ever need in a period-tracking app, but if you're going to use it only to track the starting date of your period, you're definitely not going to maximise the app's worth. It provides over 40 health features you can track, a community of women who are currently experiencing the same situation as you and a space for you and your partner to share. What's more, it offers detailed analyses of different aspects of your life that really makes this app a whole lot more scientific than any other you've ever seen before. We love how it manages to retain a fun interface even with all these additions.
Photo: Glow iTunes Store
7/9
Period Log (iOS)
This app is for those who love all things pink. It is a very simple and welcoming space to keep track of your symptoms and your period cycles, along with cute stickers to represent your daily mood. If you just need a private space to record your thoughts and track your feminine needs without any fancy designs or external advice, this app will be enough to keep you company.
Photo: Period Log iTunes Store
8/9
myPill (iOS/Android)
Have you ever forgotten to take your birth control pill before? This app aims to ensure that you complete your prescription without having to stress over it, by alerting you throughout the day until you pop that pill in. It also tracks your cycle complete with the symptoms that come with it, so you won't have to download another app to do so. Play around with myPill and you'll be amazed at what it can do for you!
Photo: myPill iTunes Store
9/9
Kindara (iOS/Android)
Kindara is the perfect app if you want to track your cycle within a gorgeous interface and learn about it in detail as well. Apart from your usual period analysis, you get to read up more about the different phases of your menstrual cycle as well, such as anovulation, PCOS, perimenopause and menopause. Kindara really makes that monthly dread a whole lot easier to go through.
Photo: Kindara iTunes Store

You’ll be surprised at how accurate technology can get when predicting your ovulation dates and even PMS moments.

Having your period is definitely not the most enjoyable process of the month, so we understand how having to manually track your cycle can be a chore, especially if you’re planning for pregnancy and the results aren’t showing. There are just so many things to take note of, such as your basal body temperature, ovulation dates and even your daily mood, that might make you want to give up even before you’ve barely started.

We’re pretty sure you’ve heard of this thing called a period-tracking app that you can easily download on your phone to be used anywhere you go. Well, if you haven’t tried one before, we’re here to tell you all about our favourites that not only look great, but do the job better than anyone else can. We assure you that these apps will make your periods a lot more fun to handle, so head on up to begin your search for the perfect period pal!

Dione Chen

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