Blood Glucose Meter
Optimal management of diabetes involves patients measuring and recording their own blood glucose levels. Blood sugar level is measured by means of a glucose meter using blood obtained through a fingerstick.
The results on a blood glucose meter will display in mg/dL (milligrams per deciliter in the USA) or mmol/L (millimoles per litre in Canada and Europe) of blood:
- The average individual should have a glucose level of around 80 to 125 mg/dL (4.5 to 7.0 mmol/L)
- On average, the acceptable level for a diabetic patient before a meal is 80 to 125 mg/dL (<6.1 mmol/L x)
- On average, the acceptable level for a diabetic patient two hours after the start of a meal is <140 mg/dL (<7.8 mmol/L)
By regularly using your blood glucose testing meter, keeping a diary of your own blood glucose measurements, and noting the effect of food and exercise on your levels, you can modify your lifestyle to better control your diabetes.
Glucose Blood Meter Comparison Chart
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Meter
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FreeStyle Freedom
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FreeStyle Flash |
Precision Xtra
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| Technology |
Coulometry |
Electrochemical |
Electrochemical |
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| Battery |
3-volt Li CR 2032 (1) |
3-volt Li CR 2032 (1) |
AAA (2) |
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| Strips |
Freestyle
50s & 100s
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Freestyle
50s & 100s
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Precision Xtra
50s & 100s
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Testing
Time/Sample Size |
5 sec/0.3 uL |
7 sec/0.3 uL |
10 sec/0.6 uL |
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| Alternate Site Testing |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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| Cleaning Required |
No |
No |
No |
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| Download Capability/Memory |
Yes/250 |
Yes/250 |
Yes/450 |
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| Software |
Precision Link 2.6 |
FreeStyle CoPilot and FreeStyle Connect |
Precision Link |
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| Strip Shelf-Life (after opening) |
Date on vial |
Date on vial |
Date on foil packet |
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| Features |
Virtually pain-free testing. Largest numeric display of any leading meter makes it easy to read. Ergonomic design makes it easy to hold. 4 programmable alarms. 14-day result average. 60-second sample reapplication time. |
Backlit display. 4 daily alarms. Free data cable via mail-in offer. Unaffected by differences in oxygen or high levels of interfering substances. Can fill strip from either side. Can reapply sample for up to 60 seconds. |
True Measure technology. Blood glucose and blood ketone testing. |
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| Contact Info/Support |
1-888-522-5226
24h/7d/week
Spanish
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1-888-522-5226
24h/7d/week
Spanish
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1-800-527-3339
24h/7d/week
140-plus languages
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Meter
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OneTouch® Ultra®
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OneTouch® Ultrasmart® |
OneTouch® UltraMini®
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| Technology |
Electrochemical |
Electrochemical |
Electrochemical |
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| Battery |
3-volt Li |
AAA (2) |
3 volt Li CR2032 (1) |
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| Strips |
OneTouch® Ultra® z5s, 50s, 100s |
OneTouch® Ultra® 25s, 50s, 100s |
OneTouch® Ultra® 25s, 50s, & 100s |
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Testing
Time/Sample Size |
5 sec/ 1 uL |
5 sec/ 1 uL |
5 sec/ 1 uL |
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| Alternate Site Testing |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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| Cleaning Required |
No |
No |
No |
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| Meter Calibration |
Check strip |
Check strip |
Check strip |
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| Download Capability/Memory |
Yes/150 |
Yes/>3000 |
No/50 |
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| Software |
OneTouch® Diabetes Management Software (DMS) |
OneTouch® Diabetes Management Software (DMS) |
N/A |
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| Strip Shelf-Life (after opening) |
3 months |
3 months |
3 months |
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| Features |
Easy-to-read screen. Small meter size. Fast test time. |
Input daily activities. Chart, graph, and track trends. Meter size is small. Automatically organizes before- and after-meal results. Backlight. Fast test time. |
Small, lightweight, and easy to handle. Large, easy-to-read display and fast test time. Simple three-step testing. |
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| Contact Info/Support |
1-800-227-8862
24h/7d/week
Spanish
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1-800-227-8862
24h/7d/week
Spanish
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1-800-227-8862
24h/7d/week
Spanish
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Meter
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Accu-Chek Aviva
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Accu-Chek Advantage |
Accu-Chek Compact Plus
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| Technology |
Electrochemical |
Electrochemical |
Reflectance |
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| Strips |
Accu-Chek Aviva 50s & 100s |
Accu-Chek Comfort Curve 50s & 100s
Accu-Chek Advantage 50s & 100s |
Accu-Chek Compact Drums 51s & 102s |
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Testing
Time/Sample Size |
5 sec/0.6 uL |
25 sec/4-10 uL |
5 sec/1.5 uL |
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| Alternate Site Testing |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
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| Cleaning Required |
No |
No |
Yes |
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| Download Capability/Memory |
Yes/500 |
Yes/480 |
Yes/300 |
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| Software |
Compass/Camit Pro |
Compass/Camit Pro |
Compass/Camit Pro |
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| Strip Shelf-Life (after opening) |
Date on vial |
Date on vial |
Date on vial |
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| Features |
Wide-mouth test strips for easier blood application. Touchable test strip. Preset time and date with battery back-up. Comes with Accu-Chek Multiclix Lancing Device. |
Curved strip guides finger to target area for easier blood application. Bold, easy-to-read display. Easily used by the patient with visual or dexterity issues. Works with Accu-Chek voicemate for the visually impaired. |
All-in-one convenience with no strip handling. The one with the drum. Simple to use for the patient with physical or dexterity issues. No coding. Lancet device can be attached or detached from meter. |
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| Contact Info/Support |
1-800-858-8072
24h/7d/week
Many languages
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1-800-858-8072
24h/7d/week
Many languages
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1-800-858-8072
24h/7d/week
Many languages
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