I Tried a New CGM You've Never Heard of

[@TypeOneTalks]

Get Sibionics CGM (Edit: The free trial has ended but I negotiated an extra 15% off for you when you use this link and code TypeOneTalks15): shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2576076&u=3016362&m=141989&urllink=&afftrack=

[@despegaconhgwmexico9375]

HI, Thanks your videos. What do you think about GLUCUBE from España.

[@Mimix-m3r]

Prices and how can I get one?

[@TypeOneTalks]

@@Mimix-m3r My apologies for the delay. I just saw your comment now. I added a link to the page where you can order in the video description.

[@noreenn6976]

@@TypeOneTalks the pricing is not in USD, do you have a USA link?

[@lozetchells9164]

Competition for the likes of Abbott and dexcom can only be a good thing, sorely needed

[@MericanMade24]

Hope it makes them lower their crazy prices

[@pamelakoretsky9909]

​@@MericanMade24Freestyle sensors are actually very nicely priced and the same across the board. No increase with newer systems...libre3.

[@mitch993]

Agreed! Something we need is direct cgm to smartwatch integration to become an industry standard, something dexcom has been promising for a long time

[@pamelakoretsky9909]

@@mitch993 I personally dont want any medical device working off a smart watch, or phone. I enjoy the bnb integrity of my medical info kept private.

[@alfredhu3810]

Sibonics has already done this in China, the sensor could be directly connected with HuaWei, oppo and sibionics watchs without phone@@mitch993

[@buzzelectric6185]

You are informative and humorous.

[@ronalmere]

Thanks for your info. I am 73 ale ande diabetics 2. I have used several times the Abboot Freestile Libre. But this ons is much better.I use it now for one week. The sensor is nearly identical as Abbott but the software is 10 times better.

[@FatCatAnna]

How much was the sensor? I pay out of pocket .. so between insulin, other meds as a T1D .. I like to be able to buy wholesome food and pay my rent . Technology sadly isn't accessible to all where I live in Canada due to our inadequate hand outs from the Canadian government to each province.

[@jimcrypto4690]

Thank you for this video. I received my free sample today. I live in Canada.

[@manofsan]

Hi - are you still using it? How is it working out?

[@ForeverHealthUS]

This is so interesting! I’m always looking for new tech to help manage blood sugar better. Thanks for sharing your experience-can’t wait to learn more about this CGM!

[@KrackerJack5586]

Interesting video but I will stick with Eversense 180 day soon to be 365 day with no environmental waste like all the other CGM's on the market. It's nice to see alternatives though in other countries but Eversense is made in the good ol' USA and I have tried Libre and Dexcom and Eversense is still the most accurate in my opinion. Thx 4 the video and keep up your great work enlightening all of us diabetics because we truly are 1 big family across the entire world!

[@bouquetetc]

I don’t qualify for Eversence.

[@JeffBrown1966]

I was going to use the Eversense but it turned out to be too expensive. But it did sound cool.

[@KrackerJack5586]

@@bouquetetc can I ask why? I do know it's covered by most insurances and even Medicare The only thing I know that doesn't cover it right now is Medicaid

[@shehnazshiraz1142]

Hey Tom. I discovered this CGM system by chance on the internet and decided to give it a go. Currently on my 4th Sibionic sensor and very satisfied with it. Simple to apply and connect to app and the app is easy to use. It's less expensive compared to the Libre too.

[@TypeOneTalks]

Thanks for sharing! I’m glad you’re happy with it!

[@ahmadazzam8107]

How much price

[@zhiqianpa8054]

Can be extended up to 24 days

[@brucestephens2013]

@@ahmadazzam8107 Yes, while the website lets me choose my currency and has a shopping basket, I'm failing to see any way to see any prices or actually add anything to the basket.

[@devnull3278]

How were you able to get ongoing sensors? I'm interested in it, but wasn't sure how to get an actual RX for it.

[@alidabis3946]

Hi thank you for your information. I purchased 3 of them for my 7 years old kid ,but after that I knew it is suitable for more than 18 years old person!

[@prccap]

Since I got my new medtronic 780 I will not need to look at any of these systems any longer. It’s amazing

[@Dan23_7]

I’m definitely going for the free trial, I don’t pay for Libre 2 thankfully, but I’m sick to death of some of the sensors either not being accurate with finger blood or being ages behind, not just the 5 mins you expect. I had a sensor only 2 weeks ago reading 16 !!!!!! My finger was 7.2, now that’s dangerous if you’re not familiar with your body and know how certain foods work with your blood sugar. Thank you Tom, all the best from 🇬🇧

[@lozetchells9164]

I've had really bad issues with in inaccurate libre 2 sensors too, especially in the last few months. It's anecdotal I know but I cycle a lot and have muscly legs but puny arms. After 6 faulty sensors on the trot I tried putting a libre on the front of my thigh and it worked great. Last 2 sensors have been perfect! Could be coincidence, but...

[@dbtest117]

7.2 mmol/l? I have my low alarm at 3.9 and high at 8.

[@dbtest117]

And I always look at the trend rather than the actual value.

[@lozetchells9164]

@@dbtest117 I think the OP was meaning that the libre was reading way WAY higher than 7.2, so if he had bolused for 16 when he was actually 7.2 then he would've been in trouble. I've been there too, although not quite as bad as that

[@dbtest117]

@@lozetchells9164 I understand. But there the trend is important. Also I don’t bolus the whole amount at once. Hmm maybe he’s injecting and not using a pump. I mean with a pump you know the active amounts of insulin also.

[@gregcranham]

Thank you for another amazing and helpful video! I will give this a try. 😊 Also thank you for doing all of your videos, they are really helpful! 😊

[@micheledillon8967]

I love my dexcom g6 and now have started ozempic I haven't used my fast acting insulin in 2 days loving it 🎉

[@mikeyo9586]

I loved the g6. Upgraded the g7

[@sigalsmadar4547]

Type 2 is totally reversible.... you could be med free

[@karenjones326]

​@@sigalsmadar4547?

[@InaFromChina]

Have you ever tried the Eversense CGM? I'm intrigued by the 6 month wear time. Can you please review this next?

[@망고맹고-e5k]

Thank u for ur review. As i konw, there is a brand new CGM from South Korea also. They will start selling their CGM from this September some day. And they will also plan to sell it in Europe next year. Pls. Let us konw the CGM also. I hope there are many good new CGM for patients. Ref. The Korean one is from i-sense.

[@ropacons]

Thank you Tom for this review , I hope the producer will open a local representation in Europe. The problems with products sent from Chinca is the 2 to 3 weeks shipping time and paying duties in customs with subsequent further delays.

[@husseinshaban5814]

How can i get the product please

[@alandunbar4244]

Just started wearing mine. The application was a breeze and so far so good with the accuracy

[@BillPetrovas]

Did you buy from local pharmacy or directly from company? Where is the data stored? How much did it cost?

[@alandunbar4244]

@@BillPetrovas I got it as a trial from my GP. To buy it you can get it directly from their online store., and with ALL CGMs your data is stored on your phone, backed up and can be sent directly to your physician electronically

[@ron95754]

Great review, thank you so much for all your work.

[@fairinzakaria4479]

I'm using it right now. Measurement very accurate

[@yejemoleg9821]

Hey man this is the only thing I can get in Africa and wanted to know is it worth it after 6 month ?

[@l3ppard]

I am very grateful for receiving the sensor completely free, its use is very practical I hope to find the online store to make a purchase

[@fradesjo]

Can you share your experience using it? Pros and cons?

[@BobbyRoa]

Got my trial kit today, wooohooo!!! will be trying it out in the next few days.

[@aizawasscarf8927]

Did yours say expired when trying to use it too?

[@BobbyRoa]

@@aizawasscarf8927 nope.. worked fine out of the box

[@Glennhairston]

Your channel is awesome and you are very thorough with you presentations thanks

[@kikichelo7449]

Thank you for testing this CGM. I think I'll wait. I like that my CGM is integrated with my pump. Maybe if they do this in the future. I like that they are smaller and that their set up is easier.

[@hardlybentspoke1506]

And be aware that different CGM systems are exclusive to different computer systems. Especially if you use an Apple computer, make sure the CGM is compatible with Apple.

[@jeffmagic32]

I am a resident of Cambodia and have been using these for the last couple months. The hardware is great, but the software isn't great. For me the alarms are too quiet, and there is no tracking of averages by time of day.

[@zhenshi4296]

Hi Tom.I've used it for 5 months . It very easy to use and also less expensive

[@lmc4964]

whats the monthly cost?

[@zhenshi4296]

@@lmc4964 Around 70USD for 1 CGM. I also use another brand called AIDEX

[@7114TheLegends]

How happy are you with the App?

[@zhenshi4296]

@@7114TheLegends helpful for detecting my blood sugar all day

[@lolly_bread]

Dang the filament/needle looks nasty the 1st time you show it, but not so much the 2nd time! Nice work as usual Tom.

[@qcshari]

The applicator needle isn’t the same as the filament. The filament stays inside of the skin, but the needle does not. The first time he showed the needle, and the second time he showed the filament.

[@brucestephens2013]

The needle inside the Libre applicators is also not friendly looking! They just made it so you don't usually see it.

[@pooh4519]

@@qcshari I don't know what you are seeing, but there is no separate needle. The filament is the needle. Have a look at the applicator and then the sensor when you take it off.

[@qcshari]

@@pooh4519 The filament is not the needle. The filament cannot pierce the skin on its own; it must be implanted by a needle. Every CGM has a filament attached to the sensor that remains in the skin when the sensor is applied. And every CGM has a needle inside of the applicator used to pierce the skin and insert the filament. The needle does not remain inside of the skin, but the filament does. Once the sensor is applied, the needle inside of the applicator retracts and can no longer be seen.

[@pooh4519]

@@qcshari So explain how the needle passes thru the sensor to pierce the skin, and then retracts and puts the filament in!

[@emelk.5867]

Thank you for sharing. I intend to purchase one for my father. Will you please share if there is any pain while applying the monitor? And after that? Any uncomfortable situation? Any skin rushes during usage? Etc. My father is over 70 years old and sensitive to pain, and pronoun to skin allergies. I really need some more information from people who are using the product constantly. This is the first time we are going to use a such product and I am a bit confused if it will be the right one. Thank you in advance. All the best 🌺🌺🌺

[@redsky3696]

I saw this on shopee app, but not confident to buy because didn't know about it. Esp its written in Chinese, I don't understand it. Thank you for making this video. I really need this esp when i just diagnosed with prediabetes

[@gmatt2498]

To me I stick with libre I haven't found anything better good video.

[@PappLacc]

A little more info would be useful, like how long a sensor lasts, can it be restarted or not, what's the expected price and so on.

[@scottjones6624]

and can it be calibrated?

[@kevinjohnston8100]

Hopefully the manufactures will quickly improve the software and make this device as user friendly as the more established manufacturers at a competitive price, benefiting our community even more. Thanks Tom.

[@alandunbar4244]

I find the software easier to get around than the libre from Abbott and it's slightly more accurate when calibrating the levels with a finger stick blood Glucose monitor. I wore both (one on each arm ) for 2 weeks to calibrate and compare both

[@WandleR133]

What about calibration options? Is there a possibility to calibrate it in the official app?

[@Burgduino]

No.. its supposed to come pre-calibrated ..

[@baiyifei]

I am using this one, like it a lot

[@rancid216]

I signed up. Hopefully, they let me try the CGM.

[@banditrider613]

Have you tried with both a Libre 2 and a Sib CGM fitted at the same time for a comparison of accuracy test , id be very interested to see this ?

[@julioprada]

And thank you very much for your great videos!

[@scotttild]

Have you heard about the implats at all yet ? I know a few are being tested. The under the skin that are inserted.

[@SpazzMeister666]

This is very exciting to hear about. The more competition in the market, the better! Also what is that digital device showing your glucose on the back shelf?

[@TypeOneTalks]

The blood sugar clock is called SigarPixel. It reads data from both Dexcom and FreeStyle Libre wirelesly. You can get it on the link below. I absolutely love it btw customtypeone.com/?ref=typeonetalks

[@SpazzMeister666]

@@TypeOneTalks Incredible! Thanks for everything you do! 🤘🏾🩸

[@TravelPhotoWriter]

Ha ha YES thx for asking, after a few videos I thought OMG THAT'S HIS CURRENT BLOOD SUGAR 🤯

[@TravelPhotoWriter]

​@@TypeOneTalksTHANKS! 60 seconds after clicking the link, it's ordered & on the way to me!🎉

[@nicoleibundgut534]

Just orderd one. very excited because i have no diabetes but wanna know which foods are spiking my bloodsugar.

[@diabe_tech]

So cool. I want to try it!!

[@Vil-qp6xl]

But does it communicate with the Omnipod? Most likely not, but still may be good for those that don't need an insulin pump. Appreciate you sharing.

[@Tamil.o.Official]

I have a Q for you Sir, can we swim with this patch? anything you can suggest

[@McTAnGuS]

Got my free trial and testing it alongside my Libre 2. So far it seems decent although clearly a cheapo Libre 2. So far Its beeen more accurate than the libre2.

[@havencat9337]

i had the same feeling, a bit more accurate then Libre 2. I also tested this one recently but my son bought me a few libre..4 more, so after i finish those ill buy this one.

[@McTAnGuS]

@@havencat9337 What surprised me more is the quality of the overpatch its fantastic. With the plastic surround and the way you attach it making it flawless every time. Libre and dexcom could learn from this.

[@gilles4u2b]

just ordered mine for 56.69€ with xmas discount (it was last day on Jan 3). It's my first CGM - will see how long it takes to come over and if i need to pay import taxes on it. I was looking at the Dexcom G7 as well (here at 97€) - Thanks for this video

[@7114TheLegends]

So, how was your experience so far?

[@gilles4u2b]

Not good. Reading is way off compared to blood sample reading and not reliable at all. I stopped using it before the 2 weeks validity period

[@fiorenzo6301]

Hi, i am following you and watching your nice videos. But i have a question for you: if you have all these problems with insulins and glucose, why don't you try a ketogenic diet? I have resolved all my problems completely and now I'm free of carbs related pathologic conditions. If you need help I am free to respond

[@dailyoptions7832]

Eversense tops them all..who can beat 180 day cgm that you can take off the transmitter whenever you want and shower or with prolonged water contact.

[@edbertblazentumyyeboah1871]

Where can I get one?

[@ronniecribbs5012]

i tried to order and got the message that this product cant be sent to my address. :(

[@filipzalud9825]

Its 14 day sensor and it costs same like Libre 2 in Czech republic (it is country in the middle of Europe and EU member).

[@niclagargano-lucanie1520]

Thanks for the suggestion of investigating Sibionics CGM. Much to my dismay, the readings are even more inaccurate than those of the Free Style Libre 2; they are consistently 2 mmol lower. Anyone else with the same results?

[@brianreeder1461]

Need the Amount of days the product supposed to last. And the Cost of the Product would be nice as well.

[@CGM-China]

俄罗斯已经开发出了延期的程序. 24天

[@AskUncleDavecom]

how much after free trial?

[@LarryMartin1956]

Medtronic has had the coefficient of variation forever. So does the Tidepool app which pairs with most CGMs.

[@meriadnemerlin]

Sag, weißt du, was das dann regelmäßig kostet? Ich finde auf der verlinkten Seite keinen Shop oder eine Preisliste. Danke

[@April3Hung]

I am from the Netherlands, and each one is priced at 65-75euro, same as the freestyle libre2. Whereas in France, you can get a freestyle libre2 for 40euros at any pharmacy. Good for dexcom and freestyle libre to have competition, hopefully this is the start of lowering the price for CGMs.

[@renae0007]

Are there any trials in the US for CGM's? I am not a diabetic but just overweight. I am reducing my COVID weight using Intermittent Gas and OMAD. I would love to join a trial or even pay for a CGM. Can you provide me a recommendation? Thanks Yvonne

[@James-hs3tu]

Apple is working on a cgm. Could you do a video on that. Thank you

[@DavidPerez-oq1tz]

I surfed small waves for 4 hours and it still worked perfectly for the rest of its lifespan

[@Charger66426]

Been using it for about 3 months now, getting the app in Mexico was a challenge but once I got it it works fine. In my experience is a bit more accurate than free style, having in account that we only have free style libre, not the 2 or the 3. The best thing about it is that is half the price from free style libre which here in Mexico is getting more expensive by the minute.

[@nalacruz5254]

Was the app in Chinese or English? Some of the comments have said its in Chinese.

[@SerasPhilly]

No shipping to USA. Even with sale price, it's $68.50, much more than full price Libre 3. See no point to switch. But thank you for the video.

[@aizawasscarf8927]

I got one and just put it on and it said warming up then i went back to check and now it says expired ...never buying one again

[@kennethphillips253]

What happened to the free trial?

[@berntlie6799]

Important user information: (i) how long does the battery in the sensor last, i.e., how often do you need to change it?, (ii) how much does the sensors cost?, (iii) how does it work to shower with the sensor on, etc.?, (iv) is it possible to export the logged data from the app to a computer, e.g., as a CSV file?

[@UnCoolDad]

Can it export data to iHealth - or anywhere outside the app?

[@phillipg1588]

The Dexcom G6 CGM has a separate transmitter that sits on top of the sensor. The Dexcom G7 has the transmitter built in... So I ask the question... does this Sibionics device also have the transmitter built in ??

[@overwatchpotg9783]

Can you wear it anywhere else other than your arm?

[@KrisztianNagy-yi7bq]

Have you tried CareSens Air yet?

[@MrWhite2277]

Good review. Co efficient variation is a nice touch. Can the readings be calibrated on this device? I use libre 2 and think the data points in the app could be hugely improved. Why they removed the last 24 time in range when the libre moved to cgm who knows. Why they dont show the % of TIR in the daily graph who knows. So many oppurtunities to fill in the blank spaces on the screen.

[@lozetchells9164]

Agreed. They also removed the daily average BG, which I found a very useful metric for how I'm doing

[@BillPetrovas]

What does co efficient variation mean?

[@dave-cripps]

I assume we don't have prices yet

[@brucefeigler9849]

Price???

[@EBJorge-ql1ii]

FDA approved?

[@rsoubiea]

thank you for this review. I'm on the fence about trying one due to the size, accuracy. Or if its too confusing for me to understand.

[@mattnobrega6621]

Can you share your info with your endocrinologist and diabetes care team without having to see them personally? (I.e. sending data electronically from your device to their computer)

[@CGM-China]

可以分享，但是需要使用WECHAT 的功能，很多国家不能注册WECHAT

[@janinawalker4200]

This seems similar to the Libre 2. I can't wait for the Libre 3 as I am fed up with scan errors while doing everything the same as usual. So my question is why do they not allow a better way to show the doses one does put in the software as we take our insulin for those of us who are on MDI. I know pump users so not need the same tracking as their pumps do it. but I suspect a lot of people still use injections.

[@havencat9337]

Libre 2 its a mess...give this one a try, for me its better

[@laurelcosten1012]

Does Medicare pay for these like they do for Libre?

[@CarlosHCantu]

Version 1.4 of the app now has alarm snooze function

[@janetd4862]

I wonder how it will compare with other CGMs as to price. I have to pay for mine out of pocket.

[@Aries-xl]

the trial link can see

[@TypeOneTalks]

I think it depends country my country. I saw another comment under this video where another person noted it was cheaper than FSL.

[@stevec5375]

I am 1 point away from entering the "pre-diabetes" stage. My last A1C was 5.5. Is there a way for me to get a CGM even though I'm not yet prediabetic or diabetic. I want to track my blood sugar and see what causes it to spike. Do you have any recommendations?

[@fionaquinn8777]

So, would you say the freestyle libre 3 is the best at being accurate, i have tried the freestyle libre and I'm thinking about the freestyle libre 3 because it's fairly cheap at my local chemist, PS: for a second a really thought that you speak Chinese 😅😅😅

[@rondini2]

Will the phone app link to my Apple Watch?

[@julioprada]

Hi Tom, greetings from Costa Rica, looks like the free trial is not available anymore. And looks like the product is not authorized for use here either. We are stuck with the obsolete Freestyle 2 here, even a VPN did not allow me to use the freestyle app. 😒

[@dvaughn6820]

Have you heard of saliva strips to measure blood sugar?

[@NewYorkCity646]

That needle looks enormous! The Dexcom G7 is tiny, plastic, and flexible. This one looks solid and metal.

[@MetalheadAndNerd]

Does the needle stay in? I thought it would only poke and retract like the tools for traditional glucose measurement.

[@HEARTANDSOULOFMINE]

​@@MetalheadAndNerd It stays in and does not retract.

[@alandunbar4244]

The needle doesn't stay in.. it's a synthetic filament that does which is inside the hollow needle. The needle is only for delivery and as its microfine you don't feel a thing

[@havencat9337]

don't listen to trolls...the need its not staying, its flexible filament that wont get in when its applied. really comfy, nothing to worry about

[@CarlosHCantu]

The needle doesn't stay in, and you don't even feel it when the sensor is being applied

[@MartinBogomolni]

Does the SiBionics app follow all european and US data privacy laws? Does it send CGM data to chinese servers? What are your data rights?

[@MetalheadAndNerd]

According to the fine print as soon as the needle enters your skin you officially join the CCP. Your data as well as your body is now property of the state and your first child will be named Xi.

[@ÁzsiábaSzakadtam]

@@MetalheadAndNerd😂😂

[@Auwal_Musa]

Thanks for the video. I want to know how to download the app in the UK. A friend is sending me one for testing from the US as I am pre-diabetic. I cannot find the app in the UK app store. Thank you

[@i-changeus]

How tall is that needle? Is it longer than the Libre 3? Thanks...As it's from China, one only hopes it doesn't 'leak' a virus into ones system...

[@AntonakisChristoforides]

Did you try Medtrum CGM? They offer it here in Cyprus through the National Health System and I would like a proper review! Thanks🌞

[@jonohoffman5034]

Have you tried swimming laps with it? I have quite a bit of trouble with my G6 not standing up to an honest pool workout

[@dwightbowen8103]

Is Afrezza effective?

[@AndyBevs-dz4ms]

What about the sugar pro watch, that claims to correct your blood sugar with laser treatment

[@warrenthiessen4682]

If this ever works with iAPS it'd be worth considering.

[@27ronlee]

I am unable to register for the free trial

[@bijupaul4220]

I am located in Australia and purchased this CGM on your recommendation. However, the mobile app is not functional in many countries and hence cannot be used. It is also very difficult to get a refund. Would not recommend the product. Hopefully others can be made aware too.

[@TypeOneTalks]

I am so sorry to hear about the challenges you had. You should be able to download the app when you change your location in the appstore/playstore. This is quite common approach how to get around the geographical limitations when downloading apps in general. Obviously I can not support you in getting a refund but I would recommend following up with the company and not give up. Good luck!

[@rmcontreras3655]

Yes, the app is region locked. And You can only change the Playstore location once a year. Any funds in the Playstore account will be unavailable. And some of the other apps may not work. I also tried installing the apps APK, unfortunately, it would not open. I suspect, the app is incompatible with my Samsung S23.

[@greenlightforce]

Can it connect directly to an apple watch cellular without a phone and give notifications to caregivers?

[@jaywolfe1254]

Did you ever test any watches that check glucose

[@morvey77]

Thanks for the video , my 11 years old kid uses freestyle libre 2 and Omnipod dash , is there’s any way to connect them together? As closed loop?

[@RSV9]

Unfortunately, you did not say anything about the time of use of each sensor, or I missed it. Thanks

[@grumpyinbrooklyn6347]

I get standard deviation on my Dexcom G7 as well as on Clarity!

[@tincanboat]

Thank you for the vids I recently was diagnosed with pre-diabetes. no way on the Chinese cgm I do not trust them.

[@shb2002]

The free trial like doesn't seem to be working. The page appears empty, only email subscription. Is this due to my location? I'm based in Australia.

[@wolfgangschreck7382]

Good day, Tom! The Dexcom G7 with CamAPS fx will be available when. when will CamAPS fx be compatible with iOS, and how to communicate.