Dexcom G6 Vs. Freestyle Libre | She's Diabetic

[@filippolion5673]

Great review. As a father of a 6 years old T1D kid, I can affirm that accuracy and continuous monitoring (even from remote!) are the two key features parents need for managing their children disease and feeling quite relaxed about it. We are using FSL since our NHS provides this device. I also decided to purchase vers 2 (the one with alarms) beacause we parents couldn't sleep at night having to check our son's BG every 1 or 2 hours. Now that school starts again after summer vacation, we felt the urgence to transform our FSL2 into a CGM via a transmitter (miao miao). So my opinion is that parents of young kids should have the right to access and use a real CGM system. I think FSL is great, but more indicated for adults than for kids.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Thank you for sharing this! :) I think you raise such an excellent EXCELLENT point. I think ESPECIALLY for children this is extremely important! Praying the NHS figures this out and finds a way to fund CGM for children first and foremost, and then eventually everyone - hopefully!!

[@mirashah3397]

I am using Libre with NightRider to see readings of my child on Apple watch(without the phone) this combo made monitoring so much better

[@Chloe-gd8qk]

Honestly being able to use a CGM system in a school is amazing. The 5 year old boy I look after with T1D has a dexcom G6 and it is amazing just being able to look at his receiver and see his levels - occasional finger pricks are obviously needed which I do, but the dexcom makes managing it super easy for us. My dad who is type 1 used the libre which is good but I wish it had constant readings - luckily like you say it has the alarms but I wish it had constant updates to the receiver like dexcom does instead of scans.

[@tessapitt1646]

Nice video, I want to thank Dr IGUDIA on KZbin who cured my Diabetes disease with his herbs medication

[@swathir3032]

I started Insulin when I was 18 and it's been full of ups and downs since then. It helps to know that I am not alone in this ☺️ Thank you❤️

[@ShesDiabetic]

Oh thank you for your kind words! I'm so sorry to hear of your diagnosis, but please know you are not alone and we are all in this together! You are welcome here anytime and I'm so so please to have to. And the ups and downs...oh I hear you! I get them too..! Big love and strength to you my fellow diabuddy!! 💙

[@michaelnadle310]

You’re not alone. I was diagnosed and started insulin shots at 20. It was a huge life changing experience but I always try to tell myself how it could’ve been a worse diagnosis. It’s still difficult though. If you can get a CGM it will give you some great stress relief and peace of mind. It has shown me how to really fine tune my insulin dosing and ratios. Hang in there and be safe!

[@ajayaj5834]

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[@roseanndoyley7351]

My won starts when he was 6 yrs old and its not been easy...

[@kimberlyjackson5773]

Hi! I just started working for a company that provides both of these monitors, I'm new to the field and I wanted to get a better understanding of the products and your videos and these comments have definitely helped me. Thank you all & take care

[@angelajones3684]

Never tried a G6, but must be lucky no issues with Libre at all, always lasts 14 days and I am happy with the accuracy. I find the reports great and feel happy to have it, thank you NHS. Love your videos, thanks for sharing.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Yay!! That’s so awesome!! And thank you to the NHS indeed!! Thank you for your kind words and for watching! 🙏🏻

[@EyeIn_The_Sky]

Hello, How often do you test your blood to verify?

[@teebee1204]

I watched a couple of these comparison videos before yours. You are the first one to explain (and in plain English, thank you very much!) that Dexcom pushes data every few minutes and F.L. does not. Thanks.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Oh wow, thank you for those kind words, TeeBee! It's my pleasure and goal to provide straightforward information to help my fellow diabuddies - so your comment means a ton to me!

[@SwissPGO]

Pump integration is really the next step authorities and pump manufacturers should work on: especially by publishing the API's (computer interfaces) so that any pump can be controlled by any external software receiving data from any CGM, without having to send your data onto the cloud to the manufacturers. Once this is in place, the open source community will be able to improve on the diabetes algorithms by including other sensors such as activity monitors and other data useful to keep your glucose levels stable. Cost for diabetics and health insurance would also go down.

[@ShesDiabetic]

I LOVE everything that you've written above and also love where your head is at!! I think you're spot on and I dream of this day!!!

[@boatman222345]

Excellent detailed and very informative real life discussion of these two different systems. Much appreciated as my doctor recently gave me a FreeStyle Libre 2 and asked me to use it for awhile and let her know what I thought about its usefulness. I do have some reservations, however, concerning some of the points you made. One of the most common misconceptions I see regarding the accuracy of CGM devices is the assumption that finger stick bG meter tests are themselves dependably accurate and thus that they can be reliably used to gauge CGM accuracy. As the kids would say today, Not! Several years ago three meter manufacturers each gave me coupons for two free meters and 500 test strips so that I could run a comparison accuracy test. The coupons allowed me to obtain the meters from a local pharmacy thereby ensuring that the companies did not supply me with "special" meters. Long story short although the comparison test was scheduled to run for 50 days I terminated it in 3 days. Why? Because the results were so all over the place as to make further testing a total waste of time. When running a test (using the same drop of blood) with meter #1 it would report a bG of 85, meter #2 would say it was 130 and meter #3 would say it was 65. How could this possibly be? Well if you look up FDA Regulations RE bG meter accuracy you will see that 95% of readings must be within +/- 15% accuracy and 99% of readings must be within 20% accuracy. Since it is impossible for us to know whether a particular reading is 20% high or 20% low this effectively results in a potential error factor of 40%! In fact according to a large study conducted by a group of hospitals in the Midwest actual bG readings can often be as much as 35% off! To add insult to injury I should also point out that the +/- 20% accuracy standard meters must meet only applies when the meters are initially sent to the FDA for testing. There is no follow up, no random sampling of meters on an even occasional basis. I will close by mentioning that I have been a Type 1 diabetic for 47 years. I first began monitoring my blood glucose in 1981 with a meter purchased from England as American meters were at that time hopelessly complicated to use and woefully inaccurate. Since then I have owned and used a dozen or more bG meters manufactured by five different companies and have performed in excess of 150,000 bG tests. During that time I have seen so many meter errors (following repeat testing of questionable results, or actual comparison with hospital lab tests) that I have no difficulty saying that substantial meter errors are frighteningly common. Does this mean we should stop monitoring our blood glucose? Certainly not! But it does mean that we should view every test result with a degree of skepticism whether obtained from a CGM device or from a finger stick bG meter. Every comment you made regarding the pitfalls of basing management decisions upon faulty CGM readings applies equally to readings obtained via finger stick bG meter readings. I have never been able to ascertain whether this dismal lack of accuracy is the result of technical limitations, or whether the manufacturers are not willing to pay the increased costs of producing meters capable of more accurate results? That said, imagine giving a carpenter a ruler and telling him that it would sometimes be accurate and sometimes be quite a bit off? It's just a guess on my part but it may well be that your DexCom readings "appear" to be more accurate simply because you can coordinate it with your meter via calibration thus coordinating the results. This "apparent" accuracy could only really be confirmed with any degree of certainty via comparison with actual lab run bG results. One last point, I believe that the FreeStyle Libre 2 does now offer alarms for low bG throughout the day and night without having to perform a scan, although a scan is required for an actual numerical result.

[@dwightl5863]

You stated it better than I could.

[@TypeOneTalks]

This was an amazing video. You hit all the important points that I wanted to hear as someone who will be giving Dexcom a shot soon after 3 years as a Libre only user, fan, KZbin creator. One thing that bothers me a bit is the critique of Libre from users for inaccuracy. Accuracy should be always researched using a statistically significant sample of patients and not on one of anecdotal stories of individual users (especially in the era of internet trolls:)). I believe statistically Libre (and espcially individually calibrated Libre 2) is not loosing with Dexcom as much as it might appear from this video. But you are sharing your experience and that is perfectly fine. Really good job on the video. It pushed me in the direction of testing the G6 even earlier than I might have planned before. Thank you Andrea!

[@ShesDiabetic]

Thank you so much!! You're so right about the anecdotal representations - and I agree with you - with the internet it can be heavily skewed, very good point. I wish you lots of luck on your search! May you find the best CGM for you!!

[@whitneymorrison9421]

I just got the Libre2 a couple of weeks ago and compared to a finger stick, numbers are off at most by 5 points. My insurance doesn’t pay for any type of CGM so I’m thankful Libre 2 is so much more accurate. I have always wanted a Dexcom but I just can not pay the out of pocket prices. If you’re like me, Libre 2 is a game changer!

[@ShesDiabetic]

Great to know and hear!! I’m trying to get my hands on a Libre 2 to review! Hopefully I’ll be able to soon! 🙏🏻

[@karlalder6221]

@@ShesDiabetic Thanks for sharing your insight and honest opinions of Freestyle and Dexcom products. Also, my comment applies to all of your videos I have watched, living with type 1 diabetes. Cheers...

[@bendino9016]

5 points is withing the margin of error for all these meters, even the classic style of testing. i hope to use the libre for the long haul.

[@boyscout419]

This is the first video I've watched regarding CGM/FGM. I don't consider myself a "dummy," but too often the tech-speak on this type of product can be overwhelming. YOU did a wonderful job in communicating. I really appreciate it!

[@ShesDiabetic]

Oh man, this really really really means a lot to me. I aim to make as uncomplicated and friendly of videos as possible so I can't tell you how much your comment means! Thank you for taking the time to write that and I's so glad it actually helped too!! 🙏🏻

[@jasonhand2008]

Thank you so much for this video. I’ve been T1D for 16 years and have had so many scary low blood sugar episodes. Every time I’ve tried to diet to lose weight to improve my health I’ve had scary low sugar moments. Since getting the G6 (based on this video) I’ve lost 20lbs, had no low glucose moments as the G6 has warned me prior every time, and my A1C is under 5.5 for the first time ever. I’ve been able to stop taking medicine for HBP and have never felt better.

[@ShesDiabetic]

OH MY GOODNESS WELL WELL DONE TO YOU JASON!!!! I just can't tell you how delighted I am to read what you've written above - I'm so proud of you and happy for you!!! I thank you so much for your kind words, but truly it is to your credit that you've made such a huge improvement in your life! Clearly you are amazing - and I'm inspired by you!!!!!!!

[@richardmalinowski2698]

Interesting review, here are my thoughts. Both I (Type 2 for 10 years) and my son (Type 1 for 16 years) have used the Libre for some 5 or 6 years and our failure rates have been significantly lower. In fact pretty rare, I guess about 1:20. I swim and go to regular Aqua classes (pre-lockdown) and stick Hyperfix (cut a small hole so you don't cover the centre ) on the sensor to ensure it stays in place even though Abbott have improved the sensor's adhesiveness and so it now rarely dislodges. I wear 2 weeks on and 2 weeks off and find using the monitor ensures I behave and helps me to respond quickly to any rise in sugar levels. Thus if my sugar levels begin rising, for instance after a heavy carb meal, I start exercising with my 12 kilo kettlebell or go for a walk and that will reverse the rise in minutes. So I can maintain my glucose levels and consequently my HbA1c without any medication, intermittent fasting, HIIT and being careful with sugar. Having a monitor is absolutely essential for all Type 1's and a useful tool for Type 2's and of course the Libre 2 now has alarms.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience here! That's so great to hear that you've had such an excellent experience with the Libre and that it's been so life changing for you! I completely agree, having a monitor is absolutely essential and really, oh how I wish that every single diabetic in the world had access to one. I hope for this in the future - the nearest of futures! Sending both you and your son joy and health, and thank you again for sharing this info with us here!!

[@albertosbrolla8424]

Excellent comparison, I am on the Dexcom G6 and love it, it has helped me achieve an A1C of 5.1! Before I started on the Dexcom, my Dr did a trial with the Freestyle Libre for 2 weeks. My A1C was 8.3, not great, but definitely needed improvement. The clarity app is so helpful in seeing your trends and make it a great tool to help plan my insulin doses. Thanks for sharing !👍

[@ShesDiabetic]

I'm so happy for you Alberto! That's such wonderful news that the Dexcom has been so helpful to you in achieving that EXCELLENT A1C! You should be so proud of yourself! Thank you for sharing and I'm so happy for you my fellow diabuddy! 🙏🏻

[@albertosbrolla8424]

Thanks for the reply Andrea!👍

[@timvasi]

Love the Decom G6, Doctor had suggested it, but it was not until I saw your video about it that I decided to start using the G6. Now I am addicted to the G6 and your youtube channel!

[@ShesDiabetic]

Oh how neat!! Thank you so so much Tim! I'm so happy it works so well for you and that you get the addiction - and how honored I am to play a little part in that! Thank you so much! :)

[@robertlinek3807]

I have to chime in with an opposing view here because my experience with the Libre has been positive. Of course I have no comparative experience with both sensors and Ive bee on the Libre since diagnosis for only about 6 months but I have no skin rash problem, every single sensor has lasted 14 days and it has been accurate enough to be a workable system. I always check during highs and lows with a finger stick to get the correct BG number and treat accordingly. During extreme highs and lows there is a discrepancy in the readings but its certainly good enough to tell me whether I’m high or low if not the exact value at that moment. The biggest drawback I see with the Libre is the lack of alarms and its incompatibility with the Tandem, if I ever decide to go on a pump. The Libre2 solves the alarm problem and I also understand that Tandem and Abbott are in talks to make them compatible.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Fantastic to hear another perspective- thank you so much for sharing! I think comments like yours are so important to give a more full and diverse picture so I really appreciate your sharing this with us here!

[@royd550]

Well Done! Excellent review! I am a type 2 diabetic and have been for 33 years and on a Medtronic insulin pump for the past 12 years. I have been on the Libre system for the past two and a half years and now wear the Libre 14 day system. It has been a godsend for me by comparison to finger sticks! I have tried the Medtronic CGM-Enlite System and found the inserter to be painful; the transmitter to be problematic; and the process for insertion to be somewhat laborious. The Medtronic alarm system for their CGM was not easily set to avoid alarms that really had little significance for me, and I finally turned all of them OFF! I began looking at the possibility of finding a 14 day CGM system with a sensor design like the Libre system, because of the ease of insertion and the length of time between sensor changes. So, I have been looking at the Dexcom system. The sensor insertion process seems a tad easier than Medtronic's sensor. Your review of the Libre system is spot on regarding the sensor quality variation. In my personal experience, the 10 day system had a failure rate of 1 in 3! So, in my case, I have found that the 14 day system has better failure rate maybe of around 1 in 7; however, like the old 10 day sensor, all it takes is to inadvertently bump the sensor and you are on the phone to customer service. That being said, I had great success with my A1C using the Libre system. While using finger sticks, I averaged A1C of 7.0 to 7.2. Using the Libre system, I averaged A1C of 6.7. However, I must acknowledge that blood sensing is more accurate than interstitial fluid beneath the skin. How much accuracy is required, though, for lower A1C results in my opinion is a function of the amount of time and effort that the individual must feel comfortable with. The 14 day Libre system was acceptable for me, because I used my phone for less than 10 seconds to check trends as often as I wished, which my average was around 8 times in a 24 hour period. I also loved the Libre App. Only one app to fuss with! So, while I have never used a Dexcom system, I am still considering it, but I might be better off waiting for the next step in design and technology improvement. The Medtronic 780 seems to have the advantage at the moment with their software that makes automatic adjustments when BGs are trending up or down. The Medtronic inserter is still problematic, though. I am hoping that Dexcom will design a new 14 day sensor inserting system like the Libre, though. I also hope that my insurance will be kind to me if I switch to Dexcom. But if not, I can do quite well with Libre and the phone app! Thank you for your excellent review!

[@ShesDiabetic]

Very interesting indeed Roy - thank you for sharing! I know exactly what you mean with regards to all the various cgm experiences - and can relate! I have to say, the Dexcom is still my winner, come what may, but that's just me! It would be great if it lasted 14 days - I'm hoping for that in the future too!!

[@rfleming7883]

A detailed and helpful review of 2 CGM's given by a person who knows her stuff, a real, live, T1D cgm user! Wow, thank's so much for this information. People who are part of the Type 1 community who are not using CGM's will find this video invaluable.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Thank you so much for your kind words!!! 🙏🏻

[@kevinjohnston8100]

Very informative. I have just had the exact same problems with libre 1in terms of accuracy during a period of illness. Readings were saying my sugars were normal but after a blood stick sample they were way off the scale . I was in DKA. So this has knocked my confidence in the accuracy of the libre system. So I'm having to double check quite often by taking a blood sample to check if libre is correct. More work hassle and stress. Thank you and the other vloggers who are helping to keep our community up to date and on the right path with these reviews and tips. Keep going.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Oh I'm so sorry to hear of your awful experience!! That is truly horrific and totally unacceptable. I'm just so sorry you had to go through that. Thank you for watching and for your kind words on the video. 🙏🏻

[@txd3858]

Well done, excellent review. I found G6 very expensive, currently using the Libre US14 day with Blucon and very satisfied with the result, cost is less than 1/3 of G6 but have all features like alarms, reading and trend updates without scanning, able to share readings

[@ShesDiabetic]

I'm so glad you've found what works for you! That's the absolute most important thing!

[@txd3858]

@@ShesDiabetic You should also do a comparison of Dexcom and FreeStyle with the BluCon, this will certainly help a lot of users.

[@mandogarcia2476]

Thank you for the very detailed information. I have been using the Free Style Libre 2 for about a month now, but decided to give the Dexcom G6 a try. Just got the sensors but the pharmacy forgot to give me the transmitter. I am going to contact them tomorrow. Thanks!

[@juanjuan487]

I am the father to TWO type1 diabetics (11&14 diagnosed @ 2&4 years old)and at one point about 2years ago they were on The Dexcom G5. It was very good , accurate and had alarms unfortunately they both complained of the insertion and at times pain in the area where it was inserted. They mostly used the back of the arm because the other areas were for their pumps. We have a good system in place to manage their diabetes and because they usually hover around high 6 n low 7 we gave in and got off the Dexcom. Last year while in Europe a family member showed us the Libre and told us he was happy and his A1c were also very good. My daughter (the one that always tries new things first) asked us to look into Libre because it looked a bit smaller and that family member said it was painless. We spoke w our Dr. and although she recommends the Dexcom, she told us whatever we decided would be good. We have been flying “blind” these past two years anyhow. Today the Libre arrived hope it delivers what we looking for: 1) less painful 2) less finger sticks w/ acceptable accuracy

[@ShesDiabetic]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! I hope the system works well for your kids - oh I really do! I just hope you all find what works best for you - that's the most important thing! :)

[@EyeIn_The_Sky]

Finally Freestyle libre 2 with Bluetooth is now available in the UK generally and NHS in January

[@timothymills3864]

Thank you for the review. I am using Libre 2 model for about three months. I still finger stick to make insulin determinations. The Libre 2’s alarms for my night lows are a dream come true.

[@ShesDiabetic]

EXCELLENT!! I'm so glad it works so well for you!!!

[@tschaderdstrom2145]

I'm 1 day into treatment. I've got a onetouch verio flex and a freestyle libre to choose between. Thanks for providing this information so I can wrap my head around my new lifestyle.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Oh my goodness - what an overwhelming time for you! Please take it one step at a time and be patient with yourself - there's a ton to research and consider! Sending you strength and good wishes with your getting to grips with everything! 💙

[@mrgrizzgaming2853]

I love my Dexcom g6 and my tslim x2 insulin pump both are a great combo and it keeps my blood sugars in range

[@ShesDiabetic]

ME TOO! I'm on the Tslim x2 now as well and I'm just blown away by the whole combination! Very happy to hear you've experienced the same!

[@zacherybegay3593]

I just started to use the dexcom g6 I like it I wasn't very good at checking my blood sugar Now I am looking at the new meter more often and getting my sugars under control I like the new meter

[@ShesDiabetic]

That's excellent to hear! I'm so glad you're enjoying it, and best of all - finding it useful - hooray!! I hope you continue to enjoy the system and learn more about your body and levels though it! 🥰💙

[@Zayman914]

I am a libre 2 user. So far, my sensor lasted/stayed 14 days each time. No problem there in my experience. And libre 2 sends me alarms when I go low/high without scanning. I only scan after alarm to know how low or high and where is it trending. I am happy with libre2.

[@harrits1]

I've had the Freestyle Libre for two years. I noticed my A1C went up using the Libre from mid 6's to mid 7's. This morning checked blood sugar (libre) showed 99 actually it was 60 points higher by finger stick. Time to try the Dexcom hopefully more accurate.

[@Kendal2378]

I have had exactly the same experience with Freestyle Libre over the last 2.5 years. My A1C has gone up from high 6’s from before Libre to persistent high 7’s. Libre will show 30- and 90- day averages of around 130, but A1C will indicate 180. It is not just the delay between the interstitial glucose and blood glucose levels. If that were the case, the longer term averages would not have such a large difference. It seems to me that there is a fundamental accuracy issue with the device, at least with some people. I will be switching to Dexcom G6 next week, and hopefully will get better results with it.

[@lozetchells9164]

HELL YES Andrea, totally agree about the Libre. When it works, it's great. But that's the exception for me. Either it's REALLY inaccurate after day 2 or so, or it craps out part-way through, usually at a very inconvenient (or dangerous) time. I don't know whether it's something to do with physiology but I know I'm not alone as my DN has similar stories. Yes they get replaced without question, but it's a right pain. I'm very very close to giving up and going to the Dexcom One, which is the only other one I can get on the NHS.

[@ShesDiabetic]

The Dexcom is far superior in my opinion and I would switch if you had the opportunity (but this is just me and it's all such an individual choice!)

[@doc7504]

Had Medtronic for Yrs and Yrs. Matching my pump. But so inaccurate. I would be 400 it would say 65. Or I would be 56 and it would say high. So I kept calling and was told it’s a pilot. For $600 per month for both insurance only pays 20%. I moved to DEXCOM 6 and accuracy is key. Love it. Very easy to install hurts much less. Only negative not paired with pump. Love your videos. THANK YOU. THEY SHOULD HIRE YOU. NICE EASY WAS OF EXPLAINING. I HAVE A PH.D IN NEURO- CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY. WORKED AS A PSYCHOLOGIST FOR 35 Yrs and a professor for about 8 Yrs. .

[@karenshaw6637]

I tried using Nightrider Blucon with my libre sensor and it has made living with diabetes so much easier. It gives me the readings on my mobile phone or directly on my apple watch without any need to scan. I can also share readings with my family. Great combo

[@ShesDiabetic]

That's awesome! I'm glad you found, that works so well for you! 👏🏻😍

[@garytannenbaum534]

Thank you very much Andrea for this video. It is very informative as all of your videos and all the comments I've read. And condolences on your Dad. While I watched the video I was at first bothered I did not hear you make an upfront disclosure/disclaimer about your being a Dexcom Warrior, but I was very pleased to see your appropriate disclaimer printed below it. And thanks for your response to a comment that your observations on accuracy are your own and anecdotal. I had been on the Freesyle Libre for a year and switched to the Dexcom g6 in March. My endocrinologist considers the Freestyle Libre a "toy" compared to the Dexcom g6. My main problem with my Dexcom g6 has been the often annoying alarms, but you are right: they can be adjusted and tailored. My life is better now that I made those adjustments. And of course the alarm will go into action when it senses an impending low while I am sleeping (and other times). This is SO IMPORTANT as you pointed out. Although I still wake up by myself when low or almost low, it is comforting to know the Dexcom will "do its thing" to wake me up just in case my own body might not not sense a low while sleeping. I have found the Freestyle Libre's information and graphs on the reader very helpful, convenient and more understandable than what Dexcom Clarity shows. Clarity's information and charts are rather confusing to me, but as you said, our doctors understand them. I just wish the g6 reader contained more information. (Unfortunately, my iphone 6 has not been working well with the g6, most of the time losing signal.) Again, another very helpful, informative and welcomed video from you.Thanks again. And please keep up the wonderful videos you make for people with diabetes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ShesDiabetic]

Thank you so so much for your kind words Gary! I really hear you on so many of your points raised in the above! I do somewhat agree with your doctor, in that the FSL is more toy-ish when compared to the Dex - in my opinion! I'm sorry to hear your phone isn't playing well with your Dex too! Gosh that's not good! I hope you're able to sort this out as I'm sure that's very annoying! Wishing you all the very best in figuring this all out my fellow diabuddy! And thank you, once again for watching! :)

[@PJean3]

THANK YOU!!! I am Temporarily a D2 and want to use a CGM and you have made that decision easy for me. DEXCOM wins. My Dr. is on board with my Keto lifestyle and has seen the dramatic improvements I am having and prescribed me a CGM but it was for a Freestyle Libre. I am going to share your info that I want a Dexcom instead.

[@ShesDiabetic]

You're so welcome!! I think you're going to LOVE the Dexcom!!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@conniestanley3366]

Hi, here from Canada; Health Canada approved the Libre 2 in early December 2020. It's St. Patrick's Day here and we still cannot buy the 2!! My nurse practitioner suggested the Dexcom G6 particularly as you indicated - better accuracy. I still have 2XLibre 1 sensors left however my new Dexcom G6 arrived yesterday so I'll be starting today. Love the video and your clarity, explanations, concise and very helpful. Thanks!!

[@ShesDiabetic]

Happy Belated Saint Patrick's Day! 🍀 I hope you had a very luck filled day and am feeling very very excited for you to start on the Dexcom G6!! It's such a stupendous system - I think you're going to LOVE IT!!!!!!!

[@faynee4157]

I used Libre 2 and 3 systems before I found out Dexcomm was covered by insurance and my doctor switched it. Both Libre versions did alarm me at night, sometimes when an actual fingerstick said otherwise, so all 3 systems do alarm even when you don't swipe it

[@kimberlybroome5863]

Hi I’m on the Dexcom G6 and self fund . I can safely say it’s changed my life . Being type 1 for 45 years.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Yay! I'm so glad to hear it! Also - 45 years! You're a warrior!! That's AWESOME! Thank you for sharing! :)

[@mrs.bankston5440]

I'm T1 for 40 years. Did you try the Freestyle Libre? I can't use the FSL anymore. I'm finger sticking a lot due to inaccurate readings.

[@mrs.bankston5440]

I'm gonna give the G6 a try.

[@Lesqueek]

I got on the freestyle after your review, super easy and I love it. I have never had an issue with my freestyle with needing to replace.

[@doxasnob8137]

thank you so much for the user info. Very well done. The freestyle is paid for by my insurance, not the g6. I would like the G6, but...I am driven by what I can afford. Thanks I am now a follower.

[@jonathanmcalroy8640]

The reason the G6 is more accurate than the Libre1 is that they are individually calibrated at the factory, whereas the Libre1 is batch calibrated. This apparently changed with the Libre2 but I've never tried that.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Excellent point - thank you for sharing this here!

[@Shkamaterasu]

First of all thx for the video, your experience with each of the 2 systems is very interesting :D I wanted to give some usefull information about the Freestyle Libre: you can buy a device ("MiaoMiao" or "Bubble") that you attach on your freestyle libre, which will continuously scan and send (to your phone) your glucose levels, basically making it a Continuous Glucose Monitor. You can then use "third party" applications on your phone to read these data (Xdrip+, go on Reddit for informations), with the possibility to calibrate your curves on those applications (based on finger blood sugar) AND you can set up alarms if you're going low or high. Considering that the Freestyle Libre is less expensive, and if you add the price of a MiaoMiao/Bubble (about 200€ once), it can be interesting if you're short on money. To sum up, Freestyle libre + MiaoMiao/Bubble gives you access to: 1) Continuous Glucose Monitor, 2) calibrations, 3) alarms, and 4) can be less expensive that Dexcom G6. BUT Dexcom G6 has better accuracy and you can "link" it to your insulin pump (which Freestyle Libre can't).

[@trygvepet]

Wow. This is great news as FSL user. I'll have to check to see if it's available in the US.

[@Shkamaterasu]

@@trygvepet My GF has been using MiaoMiao for 5 months, and the first one she received was not working (they sent another one, but we had to pay for the return of the 1rst one). We did some research and it "seems" Bubble had better reviews overall than MiaoMiao, but MiaoMiao is a bit less expensive (in France). From our experience, the MiaoMiao customer care team is not that great. She's still using the MiaoMiao now, and all is fine.

[@dk8435]

I use the Libre and would recommend anyone using the same to look at the bubble as it lifts the libre to a whole new level, adding CGM, low/high Level alarms and been able to see my Glucose levels on my smart watch 24/7 is a fantastic leap forward

[@ShesDiabetic]

Thank you so SO much for taking the time to share this all with us here! Very generous of you! I'm aware of these third party systems, but have never had personal interaction with them, thus I didn't speak about them in the video. I'm always keen to only speak about things I have first hand experience with. So it's comments like your that I really REALLY value and am so grateful for! You are AWESOME!!! And as you can see, others below agree as you've got a whole conversation going - THANK YOU! :)

[@djsugarfree116]

After all the reviews I’ve watched, this review made my decision for me! I’ve never used a cgm and I’ve been a type 1 diabetic for 30 years. Thanks Andrea my dexcom was shipped today :)

[@ShesDiabetic]

OH HOW EXCITING!!! I'm so so confident in the system and how awesome it is, I truly think you're going to love it! Of course I can't make any conclusions for you because we're all unique, but I truly think you've made an AWESOME choice and I'M SUPER EXCITED FOR YOU!!! 💙💙💙💙

[@djsugarfree116]

@@ShesDiabetic Thank you! Ma is gonna cry when she finds out I don’t have to prick my fingers anymore :)

[@dianacantu9303]

My son, Ivan, is new to this world. So for us all we know is the dexcom experience. Ivan has only been a t1d for 3 months. Q: before the freestyle and the dexcom how did people deal with lows, like in the 60 and under, specifically in the middle of the night.

[@amerk5456]

Absolutely wonderfull review you are soo unbelievably helpfull my brother has T1D since he was 10 and is also autistic so its been very hard explaining he cant eat sweets anymore he just thought we were forbiding him for no reason thankfully he is starting to understand now and be more mature about it. He is currently using freestyle libre and is facing a multitude of problems(rash,inaccuracy,length) but it seems now there is a better alternative thanks to your review Keep up the videos huge fan ur a lifesaver

[@ShesDiabetic]

Oh I'm so sorry to hear of your brother battling these problems - I can only imagine how difficult it must be to explain this to anyone - let alone children who just see the world a little differently! You sound like a stupendous Brother and friend to your siblings. I do think the Dexcom G6 would be a step up from the Libre and thus very very helpful for your brother! Hopefully you can give it a go - in my opinion it's the finest CGM on the market by a LONG shot. I hope this helps you and your brother, and thank you so so much for sharing your kind words with me. I wish you all the very very best!!!

[@SuperFirenza]

I would agree with most of your points about both systems as they come out of the box except for the Libre not lasting the full 14 days. I didn't have an issue with that unless I knocked it off on the edge of something. However you can make the Libre as accurate as the Dexcom G6 and get alarms with an add on device like the MiaoMiao combined with the XDrip app. I used this set up for several months here in the U.S. and was thoroughly satisfied with it but then Abbot changed the sensors manufactured for the U.S. market so you couldn't use it with the add-ons and they lost me as customer as a result. The add-on device makers have found a way around that recently but I've been on the Dexcom G6 for 1 1/2 years and I don't plan to go back to the Libre.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Thank you for this info and for sharing it with us here! I'm aware of the MiaoMiao but wanted to review the two systems independently of any third party add on's, thus, my reviewing them in this way, but this is very very excellent to note, and I thank you for flagging it and sharing! :)

[@lisawhite1277]

Great video. Our son has Dexcom g6. He was playing bb and(I am sure he is not the first to have this happen to but it got ripped out) and unfortunately has not wanted to put on another one. It is a good system and hope we will get it back on him soon.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Oh I'm so sorry to hear that! That must be frustrating for you guys! I too hope you're able to get it back on him soon!

[@horsesense6439]

An excellent review of these two products and fully agree with respect to the inaccuracy of the freestyle libre sensor via the app. Troubleshooting with the libre sensor BG readings against both freestyle libre reader and an older accu-chek reader (these concurred with prick/strip tests) there were large variances. Unfortunately the customer care experience did not resolve the accuracy issue and after using the last 2 sensors with problems I have reverted to the tried/tested "old school" method of strips. After this review though I will give the Dexcom G6 a tryout. Thank you!

[@ShesDiabetic]

You're so welcome! I'm sorry to hear you had such awful experience with the Libre - and VERY sorry to hear that they didn't replace your bad sensors - not acceptable. If you can, give the G6 a try - it's a whole other ballgame...wishing you all the very best!!

[@paulrobinson3024]

I am comparing Freestyle Libre and Dexcom 6 with finger prick glucose. They both compare well but I have found that the Freestyle appears to be more accurate. The Freestyle also appears to measure low before the Dexcom 6, which catches up, but can take a few minutes. I do get the impression that at higher levels the Dexcom 6 may better reflect blood glucose level. The alarm of the Dexcom 6 is good, I will be comparing the Freestyle 2 in three days. I get a bit fed up with the Dexcom 6 and its reading errors. I have had to replace two Dexcom6 sensors before 10 days. After 18months with the Freestyle Libre I have had one sensor that didn't last fourteen days. I will make my mind up after trying the Freestyle Libre 2. They are both good.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Interesting! Everyone is different - do what works best for you! That's what I say!! :)

[@paulrobinson3024]

@@ShesDiabetic When I first had the Freestyle Libre I compared it with my capillary blood glucose results, which is the sort of thing I've done all my working life. The diabetes nurses didn't like it, but just because I had retired I didn't see why I shouldn't. I discussed it with them. So when I put the first Freestyle libre 2 on soon I will have another lot of data to inspect as well as the second alarm. I will give a previous example, at one point the Freestyle result was 4.3mmol/L, the Dexcom 6 told me 7.3mmol/L; different responses needed. The Dexcom 6 took about five minutes to get down to the mid 4s, by which time I had had glucose because I knew I needed it. Also I think that both types of sensor can vary between sensors, not a lot, but in the same way that physiological measurements do vary. I've had 46 years living with Type 1, it would have been a lot easier if we had had what we've got now then. Thank you

[@squint-]

Been wearing Libre for a couple years and NEVER had one fail before 14 days.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Excellent to hear!!!

[@allenfogleson]

I wore it for about a year. I had 3 full failures within 2 days, at least one failure that lasted 2 days before I trashed it, and a couple failures at the 10 day or greater mark. I have had no g6 failures. On the older libre 1 (10 day vs 14 day) I had a couple failures too but it's not fair to compare oldtech since they changed it in new tech

[@youcanstickit]

I've never had any fails on the Libre. They have always lasted the full 14 days. I've loved the system. I'm now going to the Dexcom. I'm excited to try it. Type I Diabetic for 50 years.

[@allenfogleson]

@@youcanstickit I think you'll love the g6... I was doing "ok" on the libre. My a1c was low 6s (like 6.2 to 6.4) but on the g6 I dropped a full percent to where now I'm in the low to mid 5 club 5.2 was my last and I average probably 5.4 I only have 5 to average but never over 6 since I started the g6.. I micro bolus now with no fear really and find I'm more proactive than reactive

[@allenfogleson]

One other thing you may or may not care about. I wouldn't call the libre painful to insert but you definitely feel it. The g6.... You will wonder if it really inserted since it is virtually painless.

[@mapleleafmick]

I have used Libre 1 with a bubble for over 7 months. My libre 1 is now a CGM. My insurance Co. Will not cover either the Libre or Dexcom so cost is an overriding factor. I am from Canada and libre 2 is not available. Love your videos. Thanks for caring.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Thank you for sharing this! I'm so glad to hear you've found something that works best for you, given all the factors, that's the most important part! :)

[@GizmoStu]

Nice informative video from a very attractive presenter. 👍🏼The only comment I would make is that the Freestyle Libre 2 is now available on prescription in the UK and addresses some of the original Freestyle shortfalls. It now has the alarms which have been missing for so long and improved accuracy. It is still a flash glucose monitor however hot on its heels is the Freestyle Libre 3 which is indeed a CGM and does link with certain insulin pumps. The cost is said to remain the same so it still represents very good value. Keep making great videos. 👍🏼

[@ShesDiabetic]

Thank you Stuart! I'm actually in the process of trying out and reviewing the Freestyle Libre 2 - so will keep you posted on that (at least in my personal opinion) as compared to the Dexcom G6! Thank you for your encouragement and for watching!

[@ayeshamaheshwari1756]

Great content. I tried Dexcom an year back but it's very expensive. Then I started Libre 14 days with Nightrider which has all the features even I would say more feature then the Dexcom at a very reasonable cost. I'm saving my money this way.

[@martijobarrett4527]

SO eloquent and helpful! Considering a CGM ... Thank you so much! God bless and stay well! 💃🏻💞

[@ShesDiabetic]

Thank you thank you Marti!! 🙏🏻💙

[@Captain_Gargoyle]

Dexcom isn't covered under my provincial health plan while Libre is. I've really been enjoying my dexcom but i was thinking i should switch over for the savings. But you brought up a good point: Dexcom is _continuously_ updating my BG and notifying me if something is wrong and in the few weeks i've had it, it has already saved my butt a few times. Gonna stick with dexcom. Yes i shill for Dexcom. Execs, please send me free sensors.

[@michelley301]

Thank you for this video. I'm T2 diabetic and have had several lows on Lantus. scary lows. I'm not currently using my Dexcom because of the skin irritation, bad sensors, etc. Was considering the Libre as I have worn it in the past. But that was before these severe lows hit me. So your comments about accuracy hit me hard! Hopefully with a change to Tresiba and trying to wear the Dex again, I'll feel more confident again.

[@jeweldenile8995]

I know your comment is a couple years old but I was wondering if you could share anything about the skin irritation you had. This is what I’m curious about. While I won’t know until I take the plunge and try it I admit it gives me pause. I get hit, red and itchy from adhesive on bandaids. Are you currently using either of these?

[@adruralo]

This is a very informative video. Thanks. I love comparisons between 2 products and see the pros and cons of each. However I’m from the UK and Dexcom G6 is not available here particularly on the NHS as it is only prescription based even after a year this video was made. But the Freestyle Libre 2 is and is totally free to us and I receive two sensors every 28 days without cost. The sensors I have up to now that I fix on my upper arm have never failed me. But what attracts me about the Dexcom is the continuous monitoring. Whereas the Libre 2 does not unless we purchase an expensive add on.

[@johansonkemi7890]

Your all videos are awesome. I tried both of them but Dexcom is very expensive but after using it I was not comfortable with other CGMs then I found Blucon Nightrider which is best with Libre sensor and very cost effective and has more features than dexcom.

[@andreataylor8359]

Interesting, I have recently been approved a Libre on the NHS and am very excited about it, especially as I have researched that you can get ‘add ons’ that turn it into a CGM. Perhaps in the future the Dexcom will be funded too. Thanks for your video 🥰

[@ShesDiabetic]

Oh how exciting! I hope the system works well for you, and also how exciting to have it funded by the NHS! That’s fantastic! I wish you all the very very best with it!! 👍🏻🙏🏻

[@Scorpio112166]

I have only used Dexcom. I Absolutely Love the Dexcom G6!!! Awesome Video!!!

[@ShesDiabetic]

Thank you! And I completely agree! The best choice in my opinion!

[@johnconnor2154]

Great Video. Couple thing's I'd like to mention from my (brief) experience using the Dexcom G6 having come from the Libre. First thing I will say is despite what many people have experienced, the Dexcom G6 was never more accurate for me than the Libre. I don't know why but after several comparisons with finger pricks I found the G6 to be on average 2 mmol/L higher than my actually finger prick test when my glucose was trending sideways (not go up or down) and that was on a few different sites as well. The Libre tends to be 1 mmol/L higher on average. My Second issue is that in just over 3 months with the G6 I've had 2 sensor failures and 1 Transmitter failure. With the Libre which I used for 1 year I had 1 sensor failure. The third issue I had was that the app is useless without an iPhone. The android version is only compatible with a VERY short static list of older android devices so if you're not rocking an iPhone be prepared to fork up $500 (Canadian) for the reader which is absolutely ridiculous compared to the $120 Libre reader. The last thing I'd like to mention which probably only applies to Canadians at this point is the customer service/ technical support for the G6 is almost non existent. I've had to switch back to my Libre 2 weeks ago because my Transmitter battery failed prematurely and it's almost impossible to get in contact with Dexcom Canada for them to send me a replacement. Phone calls never get through and emails go unanswered. Don't want to discourage people from going the G6 route, if you have trouble with hypos during sleep then I would absolutely say go for it. BUT if you're like me who has decent control and just wants to up they're management game then save some money and stick with the Libre or get the Libre 2 if it's available to you.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Thank you so so much for sharing this with me and all of us here - this is incredibly helpful and valuable information and I thank you for taking the time to write it all out. It just goes to show that everyone's body chemistry is different with these things - not to mention luck of not getting bad sensors, transmitters, etc. So important to flag I really thank you for posting this here!

[@dwightl5863]

One thing I have to get off my chest is the accuracy of the fingerstick meters. The several meters I have had recommend using a control solution to see that the new supply of strips and the meter are accurate. Sounds good but the calibration is considered good with the control solution if it is between like 78 and 120! That's not in the ballpark or even in the parking lot! So to say the CGM was off by 2 or 15 points when it may be dead on when the meter is off. Now that I have calmed down. Testing is more accurate as Vincent stated with a stable reading from your CGM. Seems I've heard the subcutaneous (?) reading is like 15 minutes behind the blood test. IMHO

[@kelseypatch1563]

I have the freestyle libre and have had one since the start of lockdown I have not of yet found out that it had fallen off and it has the full wear time of the 14 days for me I live a very active lifestyle as I live on a farm and out for long periods of time. I never thought I would be able to have so much control as I do today. I Love this product it is grate and definitely worth the money

[@ShesDiabetic]

Fantastic to hear!! I’m so glad you’ve found a system that works so well for you! That’s the key with all of this! 🙏🏻👏🏻

[@mistareeda]

I love my G6. I was on the G5 before that and both have been great. If my sugars are moving rapidly in any direction, I always bolus with the assumption that there is a lag in information between the level I’m being told and what my actual blood glucose is. This doesn’t happen very often since I’m well controlled since having a CGM. I also still use finger sticks occasionally to check calibration. I generally find that levels are read as a little higher when a fresh sensor has been inserted. Apparently, this is due to stress hormones in the area when the sensor has been applied. It settles quite quickly but It’s good to be aware of it.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Oh that’s so interesting about the stress hormones! Very excellent to know- thank you for sharing that! 🙏🏻

[@guitarforumdude]

I'm a newly diagnosed T1D. My diabetes educator told me there IS a lag with the G6, because it reads the "interstitial fluids" I believe Andrea mentioned. A CGM will never be as accurate in real time as a fingerstick, as a fingerstick test, tests the blood. Also, home glucometers have an 80% accuracy rate (I believe Dexcom mentions this on their website), which is the industry standard. Stress can raise BG levels, but I don't know how much this affects a new sensor. I asked a Tandem rep if this was true, after applying a new sensor, and she said she's "heard about this." I just applied a new Dexcom sensor for the 3rd time. Thank you for you vid, Andrea.

[@noahswart]

Really good video! I have the Freestyle Libre myself and mine has only come off early twice in the last year. So it seems that it kind of differs per person. I really want to try the Dexcom, but I don't think that that is covered by insurance, which the Freestyle is.

[@ShesDiabetic]

I hear you Noah! Whatever works best for you - that's the most important thing! :)

[@pogiwoggy]

Some thoughts (I'm using the Libre 2 because my insurance covers it, wish I could try the dexcom): -Keep in mind that both the libre and the dexcom measure the glucose in your tissue, not actual glucose in the blood (which was also said in the video)! It can take some time for the glucose to get into the tissue through your blood. So the difference of your actual blood glucose and the sensor readings is also depending on the change and rate of change of your blood glucose. The values (in theory) will only be (almost) the same when your bg is stable in that moment. The readings can always lag a bit behind the actual blood glucose when it's changing. You can take this into account by setting the alarm for low bg a bit higher. So if you want to get a warning at a bg of 60mg/dl, you could for instance set the value to 65 or 70mg/dl on the device/phone to make sure you get warned early enough. -From my experience with the Libre 2 the readings also tend to get more accurate after a day or two -My readings have been pretty accurate so far using the arms only. I read some comments of people claiming that they get more accurate readings with the sensors on their thighs or other spots (while Abbott of course strictly wants you to put it on your arms, pretty annoying spot...). Probably something everyone needs to figure out for themselves. -The Libre 2 also alarms you now unlike the Libre 1 (The Libre 3 seems to be on the way now too and seems to be an actual real time CGM, the sensor is tiny compared to the previous ones). But if you use a pump and the dexcom can communicate with it, it's a no brainer anyway. That's an amazing function!

[@ShesDiabetic]

Thank you so much for all this valuable info! I'm about to test out the Freestyle Libre 2 so all of this is really great info to have for me personally and for our entire community here - thank you so much!

[@andreashalim451]

Hi, i just come here to check some tools for my dad that's diagnosed for diabet for around 17 years, may i know how your insurance can cover the libre 2 cost?? since the libre 2 is kinda pricey too in my opinion for a sensor that's 14 days lifespan, thankyou

[@pogiwoggy]

@@andreashalim451 Hey. In my country some insurances offer to pay for it. You need a prescription from your doctor though. Yea it's not cheap, I probably wouldn't use it either if I had to pay for it on my own.

[@louisenicholls1426]

Want to share my positive experience of freestyle libre. I’ve been on it for 4 months and only one has come off early because I accidentally caught it on something. I haven’t had any skin irritation and don’t need to add any skin adhesive beforehand. It is sometimes not the most accurate at the extreme high or low but I was told this is pretty normal? I’m also really self conscious about having my diabetes visible (I’m still on injections, not pump) and I like how the libre is smaller and slightly less medical looking than the dexcom. Also I’m lucky enough to be funded on the NHS for the libre and would have to be self funded for the dexcom. Thank you for all your videos though to educate us all on what sometimes we can’t get our hands on!

[@ShesDiabetic]

Thank you so so much for sharing your experience Louise! It's so important that we have all experiences represented here and yours is an excellent one to add to the discussion! I'm also so happy that you have your Libre covered on the NHS! This is WONDERFUL! And also thank you for your kind words about the videos - it's truly my pleasure and I'm really touched that you find them helpful! So so so grateful for this! Thank you my fellow disbuddy!! 💙

[@nickeyhicks9288]

I need to look at this, about 12 months out of Desert Storm I became a diabetic there has been so many times waking up in the morning completely paralyzed on my right side.

[@ShesDiabetic]

I'm so so sorry you're experiencing this. Please please please see your doctor ASAP. 🙏🏻

[@rigobertojuniorsolis937]

Love your videos and the way you explain stuff; thank you so much for help me choosing!!

[@ShesDiabetic]

You are so welcome!! Thank you for your kind words of encouragement and for watching my friend!!! 💙

[@ShakiraSmylie]

Seems the dexcom G6 are very expensive and don't have one sadly but its expensive and Andrea you are very kindest human being here ❤️

[@mrs.bankston5440]

I had a horrible experience with FSL 1 and 2. So inaccurate for a 40 year T1D. Most days it will say 59 but I'm 82 or 85. That is too far off when I'm asleep or at work. Not sure if scar tissue plays a role.. I'm gonna give Dexcom a try. If all else fails, I will continue to stick my fingers.

[@milim1978]

Now there is libre 2 I had horrible rash from libre 1 . I heard from so many people saying no rash from libre 2. I hope ur libre 2 review comes soon!also i currently using g6

[@ShesDiabetic]

Yes - the adhesive they use is notoriously problematic. I didn't mention that in my review - but I should have! I will have to try out the Libre 2, although nothing can come between me and my Dexcom - I love it so much!

[@tanyathompson4322]

I thought I was the only one with the rashes from libre. I was to stop using it and try dexcom.

[@davidspens4542]

My first try with G6, after 2 1/2 years on freestyle libre (FSL) raised a problem I had never had with FSL. Last night no reading appeared between 11pm and 7am, even though my reader (iPhone SE 2020) was on the bedside table throughout the night and never more than 4ft from the sensor. The FSL would not have missed those 8 hours. Is that a problem in your experience? I cannot communicate with Dexcom by email to ask them as I cannot find an email address and the online form has not been answered for 3 days and counting on another problem. David

[@p32819]

Thank you, good to see you back. Very good on all points. Did you forget the Apple watch? It's great to look at your arm while driving or living to see what you have to do. Sometimes I even see your picture right there on my arm. bye Andrea.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Good point! I didn't go into the Apple Watch aspect due to the fact that I just don't use it that much (because I have a very old and buggy Apple Watch) and therefore I didn't feel like I could speak with much authority on the subject, but very good to know, and I thank you for adding this! :)

[@OhioPrepperOne]

I just started using the Libre 2 sensor, my first time using sensors and I love it so far. Note, the Libre 2 system pushes alarms which will alert you to user set limits for high and low sugar.

[@ShesDiabetic]

NICE!!! I'm just about to try out (and film a video of me doing so) the Freestyle Libre 2! I'm looking forward to seeing what it's all about!!

[@Chloe-gd8qk]

I’ve been finding the alarms aren’t going off? They are set to 4 but never go off, if they ever do go off it’s at about 3.2 which is much lower than I set!

[@ambeatch]

Wait what!?!? Dexcom connects to omnipod!?!? Must be a UK thing that doesn't happen in Canada... but that's exiting for the future.. also it's nice to see you smile again. Hope your mental health is doing better

[@joechilders205]

I recently switched to the G6 and it is very close in regards to accuracy to the traditional finger prick. When I was on the Libre it would sometimes be off by 1-3 mmol. There seemed to be a delay of about 15 minutes on the Libre. I think the Libre is certainly better than not checking your sugar at all but the G6 is on another level. The only downside of the G6 in my opinion is the duration of 10 days versus 14 days for the Libre.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Agreed - on all fronts! Great info to have here - thank you for taking the time to write this out!

[@Chloe-gd8qk]

The G6 also seems to have a 15-20 minute lag. I look after a child with T1D in my class and often his dexcom says 4 and I finger prick when he goes low, so I check it and it’s actually 3! The other dat his dexcom said 4 but when I finger pricked it was at 9!!

[@joechilders205]

@@Chloe-gd8qk I have also experienced this occasionally with the G6 but in my experience it is not as bad as it was with the Libre.

[@Chloe-gd8qk]

@@joechilders205 it’s often when he is being active it seems more out, I guess because his levels were changing quickly.

[@andrewwhitaker2678]

The medtronic 670G also pushes the info all the time on a CGM. Also it has a smartguard auto mode. Also it has many finger sticks.

[@andrewwhitaker2678]

Many finger sticks in a day.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Awesome points, Andrew! Thank you for sharing!

[@GR8-Z]

I love DexcomG6 it has been very useful for me unfortunately I can’t afford it any longer . My Endo put me on freestyle Libre but that has not helped at all. Only system I trust that has been super helpful DexcomG6 it has been life saver & super accurate for me and help me wake up during my severe hypos + I’m not sure in couple of weeks time if I be back on DexcomG6 get funded or self fund 🤓 I wish medical equipment would be cheaper for people who needs medical device and equipment it’s a life saving matter.

[@ShesDiabetic]

I'm so so sorry to hear you can no longer afford the Dexcom - oh my gosh this is the heartbreak of our broken medical system. I truly hope you're able to find a way to get back onto it, although I know this is easier said than done. Praying your Dex gets funded - so that you don't have to self-fund! I have everything crossed for you!!

[@jonathanmcalroy8640]

Assuming you're in the UK Zz; You can get Dexcom funded. I paid for Libre when that came out until I was funded for that. Then I self-funded Dexcom and was able to show how my BG was so much improved with the Dexcom. I wrote a letter to my Endo setting out all the benefits and also pointed out that its only £50 extra a month. Good luck!

[@GR8-Z]

Jonathan McAlroy yes thank you 😊 I live in the U.K. yes hopefully I get some help with the funds.. my Endo and everyone knows that I want to be on DexcomG6 again. They all know my condition.

[@GR8-Z]

She's Diabetic I know ... that’s not even the half of it! Thank you 😉I really hope so too... fingers cross and prayers I really appreciate it .... I just want to be reunited with my DexG6🦖😊

[@frasermacleod6204]

Comprehensive review. 😎👏👏

[@frasermacleod6204]

And true on happy healthy mind.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Thank you! :) Happy, healthy mind wishes all the way all the time! 😍

[@kemaloz8615]

Dexcom is definitely better and more reliable. But both can be used more effectively than a standard glucometer in terms of glucose monitoring. Thanks for sharing. It's a nice video again. See you again...

[@ShesDiabetic]

Agreed! Thank you for your kind words and comments! It's good to be back :)

[@tgippp]

G6 doesn’t go 10 days...usually craps out early. About 1/5 of my sensors actually makes it to 10 days

[@ShesDiabetic]

I’m so sorry to hear this! Have you contacted Dexcom when this happens? They should replace sensors that don’t go the full 10 days so I would encourage you to contact them!

[@ejustin37]

I watched the video. I know what you went with the sensor stop working . I use the 14b day one. Had one sensor only work for about 6hours , called them up sent a new sensor. Had one put on last about 25 min. Blood started shooting out of the hole. Had to take that one off. Called them up sent a new sensor. Thank you for the video. Have a great day!

[@ShesDiabetic]

Oh wowza! It sounds like you really went through it with yours - my goodness! I hear you - the frustration is REAL! At least they replaced the sensors - as they should! I hope you've found a system that works well for you! 🙏

[@ejustin37]

I'm still using the 14 day one and still like it. Thank for your videos.

[@ih8042]

Love you. Great information

[@ShesDiabetic]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@Valentine404]

I am currently using the Libra 1 But I am moving onto the Libra 2. Cant wait to start using the Libra 2. I have been type 1 for 30 years. 😱 😂

[@ShesDiabetic]

30 years - HOW AMAZING!!! GOOD FOR YOU!! I'm excited for you to get the Libre 2 - do let me know how you like it!!! Sending you joy you amazing warrior you!!!! 🥰💙

[@hayleybrown1916]

Very informative video! I use Blucon with my libre pro instead of reader to get alarms and readings on my phone without scanning, loving this combo!

[@ShesDiabetic]

Oh that's awesome - thank you for sharing this Hayley!! Love that you've found a combo that works so well for you - that's what it's all about!!! 🥰

[@osvaldoalvarez1926]

LOVED the video, I am using the libre but it is failing BIG TIME on the lows, it says low and i have 40mg, the alarms of the dexcom is what is driving me to it and since my phone is always on me i might take the plunge into it soon, just need to figure out the payments lol.

[@ShesDiabetic]

I hear you! Of course I'm partial to the Dexcom system and think it's really the best out there, but completely understand that it's a financial undertaking that is not to be discounted (no pun intended!) I hope you're able to find a way to make whatever is best for you work - and am so so so to hear you've had such bad luck with the Libre system - this is the worst - and I'm so sorry for your frustrations!!!

[@paulfedorenko2301]

I tried the Libre for several months back in 2019, about a dozen sensors or so... I was expecting differences between it and blood glucose results because of the differences in technology. However, what I ended up with was virtually unusable except for very basic trending. The libre results ranged from 2 to 12 mmol/L *lower* than glucose results when compared to 3 separate BG monitors, and typically didn't match the way I was feeling at all. Like... Let's say I was really high after a badly planned meal. The Libre would generally put me in range. That's dangerous. Keep in mind that this is just my experience, and not reflective of anyone else's. My specialist recently convinced me to get into the Dexcom system... I'm a bit skeptical because it's also interstitial fluid glucose, and damn expensive, but I'm going to give it a shot since she's said repeatedly that her other patients who use it have had really good experiences...

[@jamieshue6145]

I use freestyle libre for the last year and a half. In that time I have had one fall off(I’m in Florida and was out picking Liche fruit,sweaty and humid plus it was my first one and I did not exfoliate prior to placement) the next time it wouldn’t sync up. Then the last time the applicator got jammed. Customer service was great and the accuracy is great. But yes you do have to scan it when you want to know what is up. I am also type II and doing intermittent fasting that is helping me get my numbers down and need multiple readings .

[@oldmate8626]

Libre has a rechargeable transmitter called miao miao. Which makes it a cgm. Dexcom has an expensive throw away transmitter. Dexcom more accurate. Libre cheaper. Libre is also said to be coming online with tslim x2 pump. Dexcom is fantastic... Where's the G7?

[@ShesDiabetic]

Very excellent points all around! I'm so excited to see what Dexcom comes up with for the G7! I'm waiting for it with bated breath!!!

[@elesjohn1751]

I prefer Freestyle Libre sensor with Ambrosia Blucon device because I don't need to scan the sensor with the help of Linkblucon app as it gives me accurate readings from sensor. Also alerts me when my glucose values goes Hi and Low.

[@comfort3591]

I must inform you your video comparing the Dexcom G6 to the freestyle Libre is the most comprehensive helpful useful informative a video that I have seen comparing these two continuous glucose meters I want to commend you on a superb job I have learned from that video and I still continue to to watch it I've had a G6 now for about 3 weeks maybe a month and I too and extremely impressed with it thank you Adria

[@ShesDiabetic]

Oh my goodness - thank you so so much! I really appreciate your kindness about this video and am so glad it's been of some help to you! Sending you all the very best my friend! :)

[@ForgottenCovers]

Such an excellent video! I don't have T1D but my Girlfriend loves her Dexcom! 😀

[@ShesDiabetic]

You got that right! 😆🥰❤️

[@andrewjohn3675]

I believe and experienced Dexcom is more expensive as comparatively to Libre sensor and still it would cost effective if I use it with another CGM device. I'm using Blucon with my libre sensor which gives reading every 5 minutes on phone and watch. I can share my readings and most importantly it give HI/LO alarms and all these without scanning the sensor.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Excellent!! I saw whatever works best for you - that's the one to go for! I'm glad you've found this effective for you! HORRAY! :)

[@andrewjohn3675]

@@ShesDiabetic Did you try any CGM device with Libre sensor?

[@MarcLombart]

I've never had one crap out one me, Freestyle that is. Also, Dexcom would cost me 300$CND a month, because of public medical plan where I live, 90$ per month. Using Bubblan Bubble and xDrip my Freestyle becomes a CGM.

[@ShesDiabetic]

I'm so glad you've found a system that works well for you given all the factors! And I'm delighted to hear it works so well with the add on's to turn it into a CGM! That's awesome! Whatever works best for you - that's my motto! So important to just follow our own path in our diabetes adventure! Thank you for sharing!

[@josebrivera1716]

I have had the FreeStyle for less than a week and compared to my Contour Next One it is at least 15-20 points off. I will go back to finger sticking.

[@ShesDiabetic]

Good call - it's different for everyone. I personally far prefer and trust the Dexcom, but everyone is different. Good for you for doing what's best for you!! 💙

[@amandeepsingh-eb9fg]

Thanks very valuable info

[@ShesDiabetic]

You are so welcome, thank you for watching!

[@larry-notthecableguy]

Missed you! You should share more. Thanks n take care!

[@ShesDiabetic]

Thank you! I’ll do my best!

[@larry-notthecableguy]

She's Diabetic no pressure! Just wanna see you more often and know that you are well. Of cos it is wonderful to have your positive energy around all of us.

[@diauser3327]

paused to appreciate this lady. 3:13 she mentioned that she can recalibrate the CGM, means cant fully trust CGM reading but also need to prick n check with monitor device and then validate CGM accuracy regularly?

[@joekerigan7764]

I've been T1d for 27 years and have recently developed a serious problem with hypo glucose events. I don't feel low glucose down to the mid 30's. This happens mostly at night and without me wife getting up for bathroom trips and trying to wake me and calling the ambulance I'd be severely damaged. i have the diagnosis of mild dementia from 4 hypo events this year with trips to the local emergency rooms. I'm waiting for a G6 now. I chose the G6 for its ability to alarm other smart devices based on low and high warning settings. I need this to alarm other family members. Am I correct in this? Are the alarm settings changeable and will it alarm more than one smart device? Great and very professional videos. Thanks for your dedication. Joe

[@dwightl5863]

There are several levels of alarms to choose from. And it will keep repeating those low alarms. And I believe you can have up to 5 other devices through the smartphone app. And there any number of alarms to choose from in the smartphone app. An option to consider: When I'm driving I will set my low alarm higher so it alarms me sooner to a falling glucose. You could do this at night as well when you may be more likely to hear the alarm when your glucose is higher.

[@aliattock9859]

I young ladey gr8 information as always thanks

[@ShesDiabetic]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching!

[@kca8152]

Agreed!! Accuracy is huuuuggge! 🤦‍♀️ as a mom of t1ds it feels terrible to bolus on a cgm number and then have your kid swing low and now your kid feels like shit and I feel like shit. A little off makes a big difference to a kid who's body is under 50lbs... There is just not enough person for too much of a bg... Also Assure group insurance (Canada) is good for switches....

[@ShesDiabetic]

Oh my goodness - you re so so so right! I always say and think that an inaccurate CGM is way worse than no cgm at all because you're acting on false information - and that is awful! Especially for a little kiddo like yours 💙 Thank you for the Canadian insurance information! I really appreciate having that information for our diabuddies here! 🙏🏻

[@lexusstudios7774]

I have the Dexcom G6!!!

[@ShesDiabetic]

Excellent!!! I hope you love it as much as I do!!

[@lexusstudios7774]

:D

[@zong3379]

Hello! Great video! Just curious have you tried the Eversense CGM? And whats your view on it:) have a good day!

[@ShesDiabetic]

I haven't but would love to one of these days!