Blood Glucose Meter Comparison Chart

Choosing the right blood glucose meter is an extremely important and personal decision. There are literally dozens of meters to choose from on the market and each of them offers different features and glucose-analysis tools. Below is a list comparing the features of many of the top blood glucose meters that are currently on the market, with each of them linking to a page with more information about the meters’ components, storage conditions, and directions for use.

Chart Explanation
Each glucose meter listed below has special features that may make it a better fit for you. Here are some definitions that will help you decide which glucose meter is best for you:

• Plasma vs. Whole Blood - Whether the meter's measurement is the whole blood measurement or the plasma measurement. A blood glucose meter actually measures whole blood, but translates the result into plasma measurement numbers, which are what your blood tests at a doctor's office will be measured in. This makes for easier comparison of blood glucose levels.
• Drop Size (in Microliters) - The amount of blood required for the glucose meter to accurately perform its test. The less blood a meter requires, the less painful and difficult administering the glucose test usually is.
• Range (mg/dl) - The range of blood sugar levels the meter can read.
• Test Time Seconds - The amount of time the glucose meter needs to complete its test. Shorter glucose reading times can be more convenient, especially when away from home.
• Strip - The brand or type of test strips the glucose meter uses. The type of strips a meter uses are very important, as differences in strip price over many years can greatly affect the cost of using a certain type of glucose meter.
• Battery - The type of battery the glucose meter uses. If your meter uses a more exotic battery it may be harder to replace, but it also may offset that difficulty by offering a longer life.
• Features - The special features each glucose meter offers.
• Download capable - If it is possible to download glucose results from the meter to another device, such as a computer
• Amount of Memory - Number of tests the glucose meter can store
• Approved for Alternate Site Testing - Whether or not the meter is approved for use in areas besides your fingers
• Averaging Method - The different time frames the unit can average your results over, which can show long-term glucose level trends
• No Coding Required - Means that the glucose meter can detect on its own the code of the inserted strip

To purchase a blood glucose meter listed below,
just click on the meter's name.