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The Pros and Cons of New Diabetic Testing Devices
Is it time for you to get a new diabetic testing device? If you're tired of using your slow and outdated blood glucose monitor, you may want to look at some of the modern, advanced glucometers now available on the market. Support Plus Medical provides a wide range of new diabetic testing devices that provide the means to correctly check blood glucose levels to get you back on your way to good health. Here's some information that may help you decide which new diabetic testing device is right for you:
| PROS | CONS | |
|---|---|---|
| TrueRead Smart SystemTM by Home Diagnostics | Test fingers or forearms, 10-second results, 200 data storage. | Only available through mail service and healthcare providers. |
| Voice by Prodigy | Fully audible, requires no coding, tactile buttons. | Limited to English and Spanish. |
| Pocket by Prodigy | Fits in pocket, USB hook-up, data storage, one-button navigation | Small display and one-button navigation may make usage difficult for some. |
| AutoCode by Prodigy | No coding, audible results, USB hook-up, data management and averaging. | English and Spanish only; no audible repeat feature; one-button navigation may not suit all users. |
| OneTouch Ultra by Lifescan | 5-second testing, 500 data storage, small sample needed, fingertip and forearm testing available. | Interface cable must be purchased separately to use online monitoring software. |
| Abbott FreeStyle Lite™ | Very small sample needed, no coding, backlight, portable, multi-site testing, 450 data storage, 7- 14- and 30-day averaging. | Separate software and cable required for computer compatibility. |
| Bayer Ascensia® BREEZE2® | No coding, 5-second test time, 480 data storage, no need to handle individual strips, alternate test sites. | Larger sample must be taken than indicated; may be misleading. |
| Bayer Ascensia® Contour® TS | No coding, large buttons, oversized display screen, 5-second results, 250 data storage. | Lacking advanced features; only available through mail-order; only compatible with Contour® TS strips. |
| Roche Accu-Chek® Compact | Reduce strip handling, no coding, alternate test sites, data management. | Not as advanced as other meters (such as Compact Plus option). |
| Roche Accu-Chek® Aviva | Multi-site testing, no need to change lancets each use, 500 data storage. | Larger than some meters; only compatible with Accu-Chek® Aviva strips; oversimplified instruction manual. |
| Roche Accu-Chek® Active | Data management and averaging, 200 data storage, 5-second results, multi-site testing. | Only compatible with Accu-Chek® Softclix Lancets. |
| Roche Accu-Chek® Advantage | Snap-in code key, 100 data storage, 30-second results. | Not as advanced as comparable meters on the market. |
| Roche Accu-Chek® Compact Plus | Bright display, 17 preload test strips, no coding, alternate test sites, alternate lancing depths. | Small screen, larger than most modern devices; only 100 data storage. |
Be Sure You Know the Correct Way to Check Blood Glucose Levels with Your Meter
Whether you are purchasing your first glucometer or a new diabetic testing device, speak to one of our customer service representatives to compare meter characteristics to determine the correct way to check blood glucose levels. Support Plus Medical stands ready to supply you with the tools for testing. Fill out this form to see if you qualify for a complimentary new diabetic testing device.