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 currently, and each of them offer different features. Below is a list comparing the features of many of the top meters that are currently on the market, with each of them linking to a page with more information.

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 meter is best for you:

• Plasma vs. Whole Blood - Whether the measurement is the whole blood measurement or the plasma measurement. All blood glucose meters actually measure whole blood, but translate the result into plasma measurement numbers, which are what your blood tests at a doctors office will be measured in. This makes for easier comparison.
• 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 it 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 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 meter.
• Battery - The type of battery the glucose meter uses. If you meter uses a more exotic battery it may be harder to replace, but it also may offset that difficulty my offering a longer life.
• Features - The special features each glucose meter offers.
• Download capable - If it is possible to download results from the meter to another device, such as a computer
• Amount of Memory - Number of tests the 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 trends
• No Coding Required - Means that the meter can detect on its own the code of the inserted strip

To purchase a glucose meter listed below,
just click on its name.