Name: BariatricPal
Rating: 2.92647 (68 reviews)

User Reviews for BariatricPal

2.93 out of 5

68 Ratings

3 years ago, gabbyd45

Can’t update bio/profile

When I try to add picture, app blinks a sign that says “validating session”

7 years ago, chuswysly

Feel at home here......

After my vertical sleeve surgery I felt very isolated and had many questions about how I felt, what to eat, how to get enough protein and water. BariatricPal's forum is full of people who are all going through the same things.....some new, some experienced. It's terrific to have a place where I can ask questions and feel supported. Really grateful for this app!

7 years ago, ElysiaDee

Great app

Very useful and helpful. You're able to learn what others experience so you have an idea what to expect and support each other through the entire process. You know you are not alone in what you go through with this journey.

7 years ago, BellaItalia088

Great!!!

I am about to undergo surgery and everyone here has either been or is going to be going through the same thing. It's great to have a network of supportive people to get information from and bounce ideas across such as recipes and the best powders ;)

3 years ago, soozett

Unable to log in

I log in and use the website on my pc or phone with no problems, however I figured the app would be so much easier to access and check/change my subscriptions…BUT I have NEVER been able to log in using the app. I’ve deleted and reinstalled it about 5-6 times now but I’m done! Its so stupid to offer an app when you can’t even log in!!!!

7 years ago, Roxygrlj

Life saver

This app and the people on it have helped me get through this whole process! It has everything you can think of from support to recipes. Love it and use it everyday!

7 years ago, Bringkaseythehorizon

Great support

Never found a better support system. Thank you for this app! It's making my struggles much easier to manage!

4 years ago, djm448

Disappointing

After using my laptop to access the full website and get some good resources, I downloaded the app in order to have easy way to utilize all the information and services. Disappointed that the app would never save anything, could not access message boards, completely useless.

5 years ago, MamaBear413

Not Working

I downloaded this app and it wouldn’t allow me to log in most of the time. Every now and then I would see content. Hoping to fix this glitch I deleted & reinstalled it. Now, it COMPLETELY will not allow me to sign in or sign up. I gave up & deleted this app. Really disappointing, because I had heard so much about it.

5 years ago, K8lynncutie

Not working at all

I logged in but yet there is literally nothing in the app. No forums, no posts, and nothing on my profile saves. I can’t search anything either. I refreshed and logged out and closed the app out and still nothing. I guess I will just use the web version for now. I used to love this app!

6 years ago, Adolfhitlerrrrjoe

It's ok!

I can read a lot of info on the app, but very super hard to try & follow & figure out posts & commenting on posts, it's a bit confusing. I quit Facebook & wanted a similar bariatric support group to interact with. I guess I'm use to the Facebook set up too much.

7 years ago, Heather8100

Lots of info!

This app is great. Very easy to use and provides a ton of info and support

4 years ago, sndko

Needs updated

This app is amazing but it needs software updates it glitches and doesn’t upload pics or updates profile pics. It’s horrible and need updated!

7 years ago, Mark&Geri

Great Support!

Love this app! Get to my group quick and easy

6 years ago, Jgirlnyc

Errors errors!

It would be good if it wasn’t so glitchy. There’s constant pop up errors. It’s difficult to get anything done in the app.

1 year ago, Candiwk

Account

I have an account but the app tells me I do not have an account. It would be nice to use the app and not have to google bariatric pal all the time to pull up account.

2 years ago, bke1986

Defective App

The app doesn’t save any information, there aren’t any drop box items on drop box answers, and my doctor doesn’t show up in app

6 years ago, N@¥^@¥

Ridiculous

My review was somehow deleted. So I’ll write it again. The app use to be good but now it is horrible. And when you reach out for help no one ever responds or tries to help you so I wouldn’t download it’s awful!!

6 years ago, nln0317

Profile won’t save

Is there a reason why my profile will not save? I’m not able to write any post or comment on post I’m assuming until my profile is complete. Please Help

4 years ago, driving Miss Barb

Pounds and inches, please!

I don’t relate to cm and kg. Welcome to America!

5 years ago, Strong_Butterfly

Buggy

When trying to scroll down in the forum it will go to a sponsored ad.

5 years ago, Regena111111111

Can’t use

Tried to sign up all tries to sign up with different accounts says invalid account so then I try email and that just says invalid email. Fix it.

4 years ago, kovach66

First time to try

Logged into it today and there was absolutely nothing on any of the screens. Immediately deleted this app.

5 years ago, Sanpat1

Doesn’t work

I can’t even put my own information. It keeps freezing. Bad design bad functionality

6 years ago, 17Pix

Crashes

Unable to view or post anything tried logging off. Deleting app and reloading...

7 years ago, M. Shack

My Tribe, the Sleeved

Gives a place to talk and meet. Thanks Bariatric Pal!

6 years ago, Sahney

Stopped Working?

Unable to login - keeps asking my password and then nothing!

5 years ago, JLSGeorgieBean

A Terrible Interface

This app is utterly terrible. It is far from streamlined. It wouldn’t save my information. It’s a real mess.

2 years ago, Sharee__

Why no updates in 3 years?

Loved this app in 2016. Subpar now.

1 year ago, MZulli

Use the website

Great forums, bad app

7 years ago, Keenikwe

The best!

Very helpful

7 years ago, Starlight queen

The best!!!

The best app ever I love this app

2 years ago, estellec23

Nothing there

So disappointing!

3 years ago, 🥀🙏🏾

Go Forward

Great faith in knowing that God is with you.🙏🏾

8 years ago, MissAnne32

It's filled with advertisements...

I have been using Bariatric Pal for several years and appreciated that it was informative, especially because of its members. There have been changes in the past year that include selling food & vitamins. That's ok but the latest update is to fill the site with sponsored information. I'm glad I'm further out from surgery and don't need the site as much.

10 years ago, Sharon56

6 months out

I had a gastric sleeve in July of 2013 and have done well since the surgery. I started at 238 (5 ft 5 in) and lost 50 pounds within the first four months and then stopped losing and have not lost a pound since. I continue to restrict my carb intake and try to take in at least 50-60 gm protein a day. I have the greatest difficulty getting never 4 glasses of water a day. I have a moderate physical activity level. I feel good but would really like to lose at least 25 more pounds. Am looking forward to the spring and summer to increase my physical output. I try not to get discouraged with the plateau and just be thankful that I feel as good as I do and am pleased with the physical changes I have undergone in the last six months. Amy suggestions from anyone?

8 years ago, Emndarmic

Great app!

Really love this app. A lot of great advice and knowledge floating around. As far as the app goes ... I wish it were easier to figure out how to start your own topic!! They say a little pencil will show up and you click on that to start your own topic. I have only seen that once but didn't realize at the time that was how I start a topic. Now I can't seem to find where I seen that pencil again. It's like it's hidden and not openly available all the time on the app or the computer version. Other than that I have learned a lot and am grateful for it!

9 years ago, Constantly battling

Love this app!

I am a bariatric patient and use this site multiple times daily, both pre and post-op. It's very easy to navigate and the members are extremely helpful if there ever was an issue. Having access to this app and the members on it made my surgery and after so much easier. I have never met and don't know any of these people but feel like I have made hundreds of new friends. It is a wonderful support group and I HIGHLY recommend!!!!

11 years ago, Fabulous amazinf

Awesome, Informational and Supportive

This is an amazing app for anyone considering or who has already had weight loss surgery. BP is a wonderful community of people who are there to offer advice and support whenever you need. With this app, you have that support with you anytime, anywhere. The developers are fantastic and quick to respond to any questions or problems you may have. I definitely recommend this app.

8 years ago, Bristol and Jase's mom

Amazing tool just like WLS

I am only in my pre-op stage and have tons of questions and the you find this app that has people from all over the world sharing their triumphs and lowest moments. I have learned more about this whole process of getting a weight loss surgery just by getting this app. I have it a 4 because while there is tons of information the accessibility is kinda hard to figure out. Anyone starting this journey good luck and remember you got this!!

10 years ago, Jeanne_Marie

BariatricPal review

BP has been very informative. It is nice to have somewhere to go when you have questions, want to read other people' experiences, need to brag or just need to vent. I have found the people on this site to be friendly and willing to answer questions. They are also happy to celebrate your losses and joys with you. I am very happy that I came across these forums. Summer

10 years ago, Stabuch

Wonderful supportive community

This app provides a way of getting support on-the-go, 24 hrs. There have been baripals from across the world, willing to answer questions, offer suggestions an encourage me along this sometimes very difficult journey. There may be some technical improvements needed, but for support, you can't beat this community and the access this app allows. I'm with another reviewer and say "be patient"!!

11 years ago, Shtuppie

Getting greaaaatttt

I must have gotten this app when it first came out. It was as bad as the others said. You couldn’t read all of the old posts or get into the chat rooms. But things are starting to work, so I’m pretty sure they’re fixing it. I like the new site – cool design. I don’t know what I would do without this app with me all the time!

9 years ago, animalcat

Very happy with the app

I spend a lot of time on the app every day and have been very happy with it. I also visit the website from my laptop, especially when I want to enter longer text that would otherwise be clunky to type out on an iPad. Love the site and the people who post on it!

8 years ago, bveith

Love This App!

This app was suggested by my nutritionalist. She showed me how to use it all many of the helpful features. I like scanning what I eat; it saves a lot of time! I'm not sure what premium gives you, but the free version is just right for me. I really like that it incorporates your steps right to your daily diary and adjusts your calorie allowance.

11 years ago, Hhotz79

Not broke DON'T fix it!

Why "fix" something that wasn't broke? So frustrating! Can't see past page 4 of 17 try and click higher pages and says "no page available" won't let me post to that thread and people know I had surgery yesterday and I'm sure they are waiting for an update! Can't even t Reply to a private message! Why because I can't go to have 2 of the Convo! Grrrr! Please stop fixing things that are not broken! And now it's telling the IP chat room limits reached! I can't join the chat until someone leaves?! Really?

10 years ago, Meee$1$

Love it

Works great! Was sleeved four months ago and have used it faithfully since July. Some ppl you just have to ignore on it, 'know it alls', well at least they think they are. Just move onto the next. Great place for support, questions and so on. Local support forums or you can start your own as well.

9 years ago, darksilvereyes

Guidance and real advice at your fingertips

This app is fantastic. It gives me access to information and advice from people just like me who have been through and are currently going through the same weight loss process. I'm thankful everyday that I found this app.

9 years ago, DarbieH

Love this info.

This is exactly what I've been looking for. Real info from real people that are living it and are willing to pass on their experiences and advice. It's a little hard to find your way around and then return to where you want to go but that's because (IMO) there is just so much going on. I'm happy with it.

11 years ago, gitif

good app

This app is Awesome Good App You know how sometimes you feel like the app is just a part of the website, and you’re missing the true experience? Not so here. It has everything, and better yet, it’s quick to load. I love BariatricPal!

Description

Weight loss surgery can be a powerful tool for fighting obesity, and BariatricPal can help you take full advantage. Let the app accompany you on your weight loss surgery journey to improve weight loss and enjoy better success. BariatricPal has the world’s top online weight loss surgery community, personal goal-setting and tracking, BariatricPal Store and important diet and other information to help you take charge of your diet and health. The World’s Premier Weight Loss Surgery Social Platform: • A supportive, positive environment for weight loss surgery patients and for those who are considering or preparing for weight loss surgery to fight obesity. • A comprehensive informational section so you can learn about the entire weight loss journey at a glance. • BariatricPal is recommended by surgeons nationwide • BariatricPal Store: Save Money on Bariatric Food, Vitamins & Nutrients • Large weight loss surgeon directory with members’ authentic ratings and reviews • A unified voice for fighting obesity through weight loss surgery, with many discussion forums dedicated to all types of weight loss surgery. • BariatricPal has separate sub-forums for the major bariatric surgery procedures: Gastric Sleeve (VSG or vertical sleeve gastrectomy), Lap Band (laparoscopic adjustable gastric band or Lap-Band), Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (RNY) and Duodenal Switch (DS). Mobile Social Networking: • Lose more weight when you have the support you need. • Hundreds of thousands of members use personal experience to answer your questions about diet, side effects, coping strategies and surgeons’ instructions. • BariatricPal app provides full access to the forums and the other BariatricPal.com content, so what you need is at your fingertips. • Connect with your best weight loss surgery friends through private messaging and chat rooms. Stay Motivated by Personalizing and Sharing Your Journey!: •Develop your personal profile so others can get to know you •Update your status, upload photos and maintain a blog. •Set and track weight loss and measurement goals •Choose whether to keep your profile, blog, photos and other information private or make it public. Support for Your Weight Loss Surgery Diet: • Lose more weight when you have your diet details in your smartphone with BariatricPal. At any time, you can log your meals, check the food lists for good options and ask community members for their ideas. • Food lists and meal plans for each stage of the weight loss surgery diet progression to solid foods. • The BariatricPal information section has tips for getting enough protein and fluids each day. • Forums for weight loss surgery patients to share recipes, menus, meal plans, food ideas and encouragement • Additional specific guidelines for Gastric Sleeve, LAP BAND, Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Plication and Duodenal Switch patients Complete Information Section: • Information on types of bariatric surgery procedures, including the adjustable gastric band (lap-band), vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG or gastric sleeve), Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, sleeve plication (greater curvature plication) and duodenal switch. • Risks and benefits of each type of weight loss surgery • Tips on choosing a procedure, selecting a surgeon and paying for surgery • Step-by-step guidance for the post-surgery diet progression from liquids to pureed and then solid foods, to support faster recovery from surgery • Weight loss surgery diet guidelines, food lists and sample meal plans so you know what and how much to eat • Information on protein and other nutrient requirements • Strategies to reduce complications and side effects • Exercise strategies and tips • Living well after bariatric surgery: your support system, body contouring (plastic) surgery and nutritional supplements to take.