Nightwatch

Name: Nightwatch
Rating: 3.4210527 (161 reviews)
Author: Markus Källander

By: Markus Källander

Nightscout monitoring app

Features & Capabilities

Nightwatch is an Android app for viewing Nightscout glucose data with a focus on night-time readability and ease of use. It features a dark UI, large numeric readings and oversized buttons so you can check glucose trends quickly and comfortably on phones and tablets during the night.

The app does not read sensors or connect directly to devices — it requires you to set up and use a Nightscout server (https://nightscout.github.io). Nightwatch is not affiliated with Dexcom or other CGM manufacturers. Use the app at your own risk and do not use it to make medical decisions; it depends on third-party services and devices and is provided without medical liability.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Accessibility

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Version:

1.19.1 Last updated: 2026-06-01

Version code:

11901

Creation date:

2020-09-13

Publisher country:

Permissions:

com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.WAKE_LOCK Low risk
com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE Safe
com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE Safe
se.cornixit.nightwatch.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION

Size:

7.64MB

Email:

ma*****@gmail.com

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Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-13

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 286,778 ▲ 2,221

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Developed by:

Markus Källander

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=se.cornixit.nightwatch

Email:

ma*****@gmail.com

User Reviews

Users appreciate Nightwatch's simple interface and its utility as a bedside alarm and display device for glucose monitoring using Nightscout. However, multiple reviews cite that the app must stay in the foreground with the screen on to function properly, which reduces convenience. Missing widget support and limited alert customizations frustrate users. Connectivity issues sometimes trigger false alarms, and the app lacks comprehensive data visualization features like trend graphs. Overall, it's functional but requires enhancements for background operation and better monitoring capabilities.

Pros

Simple and clean interface, easy enough for family members to use.
Effective as a bedside display on tablets for monitoring glucose with alarms.
Provides necessary alarms for glucose monitoring, aiding better sleep and alertness.
Allows integration with Nightscout accounts and has recent updates indicating active development.

Cons

App does not run in the background, requiring the screen to be on for alerts which limits usability.
Lacks widget support to display glucose data without opening the app.
Connectivity issues cause false alarms or delayed alerts leading to possible inaccuracies.
Limited monitoring features; no trend line graphs or comprehensive display of glucose data.
Configuration options for alerts (e.g., timeout alarm, calibration alarms) are limited or missing, causing user frustration.