I Tried a Blood Sugar Clock. It Changed my Life!

This blood sugar clock is called SugarPixel and it's a secondary blood glucose display and alert system for following your CGM.
Disclosure: Although, I received 2 SugarPixel displays free of charge and was compensated for producing this video, the thoughts and opinions shared are my own. The content was not subject to review or approval of Custom Type One, the sponsor of this video. Links in the video description include affiliate links (I will receive a small provision if you use these links for your purchase).
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[@cameron3815]

I just ordered 1 through your link. I can't wait to set it up. THANKS for the great review.

[@TypeOneTalks]

@@cameron3815 Awesome! I hope you like it!

[@cameron3815]

​@@TypeOneTalksI was able to get the Sugar Pixel ordered just in time for my son to open it for Christmas, he's had it setup since the 25th and we absolutely love it. He has it setup right under his gaming monitor so he doesn't have to open his phone each time to check his blood glucose, and the customizations along with the big & bright displays allows him to see it in room at night. It was fairly easy to setup and we highly recommend it for all the diabetic warriors out there. Thanks for bringing this awesome product to show us on your channel.

[@aabaqi]

need help getting on disply no data using libre 2 what sould i do ??

[@Maddie97141]

How can I connect sugar pixel with internet? Or phone? It’s such useless instructions

[@user-lg9ef4uu9y]

I have wished for something like this, every time I wake up at night and want to know my BS. It's my Christmas gift to myself. Thanks for letting us know about it.

[@juleydisaquino2970]

This device is absolutely AMAZING, one little thing to be mindful of. Whenever the device needs an update it will display your BG at 0 giving anyone a heart attack seeing that number displayed as their BG. Other than that is beyond phenomenal!!! Thank you so much for all your Diabetes content, you have helped us so much since our son’s diagnosis 10 months ago. You really are amazing.

[@TypeOneTalks]

Thank you so much for your kind words!

[@subeasyhaigamer319]

Hello sir can i have protein powder in type 1​@@TypeOneTalks

[@anabaylin7084]

Amazing. First night with smooth sleep in a while. I don’t need to turn my phone and get dazzled and not being able to go to sleep. Just a quick glance and go back to sleep smoothly. Love it. Buying another one today to have it around the house.

[@joelindsey7889]

The sugar pixel is great I have had one since Christmas. It will wake the dead if BG is going low. Love it.

[@darek8408]

I was just thinking about such device and here we have it! Thanks for the update.

[@TypeOneTalks]

You’re most welcome!

[@jaygee3326]

Thankyou for sharing this! will help out so much while i am sleeping others can see what my sugars are up to! abit pricey as i live in Australia but i went ahead and used your referral link!

[@gmatt2498]

Wow! Tom I like that neat device cool how it displays your numbers and shows where you are headed. Really a game changer. 👍🏼😁

[@TypeOneTalks]

Haha. Thanks! I think I said game changer way too many times in this video:)

[@wilbard6708]

Thanks for the video, great information, have had this on my Christmas list since you sent me the info about it, If Santa doesn't bring one I'll order one myself. Keep up the good work you do. Hope your Christmas and New Year are great!!

[@TypeOneTalks]

Thank you my friend! Wishing you all the best!

[@tc6935]

I have 5 of these for my 7 year old son. 4 are in my house and 1 is in my dad's house who babysittes my son every now and then. At first I wasn't sure it would be a big difference from looking at the phone but it does. Sometimes I temporary misplace my phone in my house but not a problem anymore because I know where the sugar pixel is. I can be cooking or be working in my office and just glance to see my son's blood surger. I started with 1 pixel and now I have 5 because for me it makes taking care of my 7 year old with type 1 so much easier.

[@jasonl4253]

I now have 3. I really like the custom alerts. i have gastropareses and being able to have alerts set to something higher then 100 was just what i needed.

[@OmMohamed-fr2ob]

I will get one when I come from my holiday Tom . I will buy it from here to support you 😊

[@lonndawg7554]

This is a fantastic product... In many ways,.... First off it is usable with various GSM products, and not a product of each individual company. And as you described in this video having it displayed in an area that you frequent is also very important and useful, I also can see why you purchased the 2nd one and I believe you put it in the bedroom again that demonstrates this products affordability. I really like this product and when I do purchase a GSM system sometime in the future, I will absolutely want one of these clock devices they seem to be very thought out and has a lot of thoughtful features. It is as if.... It was a product designed by people that actually have diabetes,... And they probably actually used the prototypes, in order to develop the product further. 🙂

[@TypeOneTalks]

Yes. You nailed it. It was actually developed by a father of a type 1 child. Thanks for watching!

[@GlennBrockett]

Thanks for reviewing this. I have been watching it during your videos and found an ad on another social media site. I'm not quite ready for this, but can see it being useful for monitoring someone in the house.

[@janecerullo8280]

Just ordered one. I have my phone beside my bed and my Apple Watch on all night. Watch can be hard to see and who wants to use the phone in middle of night. I think I will Love this device. Thanks so much. 😊

[@TypeOneTalks]

You're most welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@msrty9]

I got the sugar pixel via your link. I love it and hope you got credit ❤

[@fluteloops22]

How did I not know you have a daughter?? I’ve watched so many videos!

[@TheMcIke]

I bought one of these after seeing it on the shelf behind you several months ago. Mine lives right under my work monitor (WFH) so I can keep tabs on it during the workday... I even showed it to a T2 coworker who's promptly bought one himself! Thanks Tom!

[@TypeOneTalks]

Very cool! Thanks for sharing my friend!

[@DavidC-rt3or]

In a little more diy techie way, you can have a script (Python for example) retrieve the data, put into a time series database (influxdb for example), and then use something like Grafana to create a dashboard to show current number, historical graph, averages for last 7, 30, 90 days etc.. Then have a browser tab open to the dashboard. Granted not as user friendly way as the SugarPixel. Curious, if you have multiple, does one become a "master" to do the retrieval and broadcast/send it to the others or does each do the retrieval? Or is it the app on the phone doing the retrieval and sending to the devices?

[@TheMcIke]

@@DavidC-rt3or Each SugarPixel is setup independently and each pulls directly from your data source, not your phone (LibreLinkUp, Dexcomm, Gluroo, or Nightscout). TL;DR If you have multiple, each will be setup separately--they show up in the SugarPixel app as different devices with their own configuration. Each SP will directly talk to your data source(s). I have a Libre 3 and used the LibreLinkUp option; the SP is pulling directly from Abbott's servers. I used Gluroo as a source for a bit as I had an earlier version of the SP that didn't have the LLU option and it worked fine (just didn't update as frequently). I already had Gluroo so I could use NightGuard on my watch... Gluroo also pulls directly from LLU, but updates less frequently.

[@MrDroidmonkey]

Ordered one, thank you.

[@TypeOneTalks]

Thanks for watching!

[@listonshaw454]

Hello, thanks for running this channel and creating amazing content that helps us managing our blood glucose and overall health. I have been using the libre2 for the last 3 months and wanted to share my experience and get your thoughts please: Average glucose readings from the libre 2 app are below in mmol/L: 7 days: 5.9 14 days: 5.9 30 days: 5.7 90 days: 5.9 The Libre 2 app is showing an estimated A1C = 5.3 % (34mmol/mol) I just got my Lab report and there the HbA1C is 6.2 % I'm diagnosed as pre-diabetic based on my A1C reading. Was wondering there is such a big difference between the HbA1C readings from the Libre 2 and the lab results? Any thoughts?

[@Mike19663]

I have 2 already 1 in the bedroom and 1 in the living room. Also bought 1 for my wife who is in a nursing home. I do love my sugar pixel.

[@TypeOneTalks]

That’s awesome!

[@meatflake]

that thing looks amazing

[@TypeOneTalks]

Thanks for watching!

[@julilla1]

I'm going to check this out. I'm near sighted, so fumbling around for my phone in the middle of the night when I get an alarm is a huge pain. This would allow me to roll over and see the numbers easily.

[@TypeOneTalks]

Thanks for your comment Julia. I hope this will help you when you get those alarms during the night. Have a great day!

[@MrKazumiTube]

I have 4 dispersed around my house and they give me a lot of comfort that I am not always checking my phone.

[@TypeOneTalks]

Wow! 4 of them. That's more than me. I didn't think that's possible! 😂 Thanks for watching my friend!

[@LunaStar666]

If it wasn't so expensive (including P&P) i would have got this..... maybe in the future.

[@charliecruzen3394]

Thank you just ordered mine! I use libre 2 will see if works or move up to 3

[@TypeOneTalks]

Hope you like it!

[@DHARMAScientist313]

I did this with an old iPad that I would leave out but this is much cooler

[@mikaelsyska]

I have watched many of you videos. With this one i was wondering. I'm using a garmin watch so i can always see my glucose. Have you done any reviews on this?

[@esthermarker1086]

Hi. Would you review a watch the claims it regulates blood sugar via laser therapy. Woof Notch. Thanks for your great work!

[@incubatork]

a great device that is very handy and saves you reaching for your phone, the only thing I cannot understand is how they justify the cost.

[@dazgg9164]

that's awesome!

[@TypeOneTalks]

Agreed! The cost value of this is amazing! Such a simple thing but makes a huge difference!

[@dazgg9164]

@TypeOneTalks yeah I really like your videos too super informational. hoping they can make like a widget/app on your phone so it's on your lock screen etx

[@derekhobbs1102]

I started researching these after seeing it in background, but until I purchase another CGM compatible phone, which I don't plan on doing until current phone fails, it's no good to me.

[@OmMohamed-fr2ob]

Tom please show me how to connect libre 3 to my Apple Watch please xxx

[@geoffm4003]

Thanks for the review Tom. It wasn't clear from the video if the device needs to be plugged into the mains, or is it rechargeable. In other words is it easy to take it to different rooms without unplugging it?

[@radplastic-tmnttoys6537]

It has to be plugged in.

[@Cyborkirk]

I'm curious what smart watch you prefer for monitoring your blood glucose. I've been looking for a bit, but discouraged that you need to run the application on your phone as well to get data. I don't want to carry a phone and a PDM for Omnipod, but suppose I need to use the Omnipod application.

[@joeydehart3429]

That looks nice but IDK about the $100 price tag. Out of my budget.

[@timlist4173]

I just started the G7 CGM and I am wondering if there is a something to consider when getting your blood pressure tested? My Physician normally takes the BP on the left arm, What if the CGM sensor is there? Will there be an issue?

[@Martin-ho9vq]

Thanks for presenting the Pros and Cons of this product. Question: Did I get it right that this product relies on being connected to the internet? So for people who turn their WIFI off at night this won’t work? Or is it possible to connect the clock via Bluetooth to your sensor/reader? Thanks.

[@radplastic-tmnttoys6537]

It must be connected to the internet.

[@abond9428]

Is there a setting for an alarm to go off if data becomes unavailable?

[@ghannamisaeed]

I am just wondering how it gets the reading from Libre2 while Libre2 requires scanning to get the readings

[@cameron3815]

I gotta get 1 for my son now.

[@TypeOneTalks]

Yes. I think this is awesome for parents! I forgot to mention that!

[@merryvasilieff8104]

Thank you for this information. Do you know if it will work with the libre 3 reader or only with the phone app?

[@TypeOneTalks]

It works via LibreLinkup app.

[@merryvasilieff8104]

Cool, thank you Tom for your reply. I have ordered this and look forward to receiving the benefits. Thank you always for your honest and detailed videos. 😊

[@floheigl]

Looks cool and will be awesome for lots of people. For my part, I prefer to have the same functionality with a widget and/or watchface on my garmin. Also handsfree, I only need the one unit and it is always with me by default, also beeps or vibrates directly on my arm. Bonus: The one I use also shows the last two hours curve, so I know not only the trend, but also if its about to change (curvature)

[@TypeOneTalks]

Thanks for sharing. I see your point!

[@jaygee3326]

Hey, do you have the garmin hooked up to the libra freestyle 2?

[@floheigl]

@@jaygee3326 indirectly yes. it goes: fsl2->phone(xdrip+)->garmin

[@MrSimonwref]

Does it have a battery and transportable? Or could it run off a battery pack for battery powerbank?

[@javajoebogota]

The facial hair looks great. Recommend that look for you. 👍

[@leumasofthejub]

Hi Tom, is the unique code a discount code for the website?

[@wscottfunk]

How does it get the data from the Freestyle Libre? Do you connect Librelinkup with it as a follower? Trying to understand how the data gets to the device. Also, does it require your phone to be present? Just wondering if this would work for monitoring a family member who's not at home. Thanks for any answers. Just want to be sure before I make a purchase.

[@TypeOneTalks]

It works great for monitoring a family member. Actually, that was the main idea behind creating this. It works exactly the same way as your LibreLinkUp account. In the SugarPixel app, you just need to provide your LibreLinkUp log in details. You don't need a phone to be "physically present" but both devices need to be "on-line".

[@p.b.9428]

In the U.S. it’s $99 + tax and shipping on top of that.

[@TypeOneTalks]

Thanks for noting this.

[@subeasyhaigamer319]

Hi can i have 0 added sugar protien powder

[@brentbettger4734]

My insurance wont pay for a cgm. Any ideas how to get one that is affordable?

[@thorstenmadrid]

Are the CGM values sent to the SugarPixel with a timelag like when you do a workaround for a freestyle libre to applewatch display? Or does it get the values as fast as the LibreLink app?

[@TypeOneTalks]

As fast as LibreLink app.

[@thorstenmadrid]

Thanks a lot@@TypeOneTalks

[@olliegreen6769]

Does the sugar pixel work with the ypsomed pump?

[@Terry2A]

I am asking Santa for this! Thanks!

[@ic1843]

Initially I thought this was an amazing unit and bought three of them. However they just won't stay connected to the WiFi now and it's so time consuming and frustrating to try to reconnect. If they would work it would be great but only buy one to see if you can keep your connected to a perfectly good Wifi first.

[@patricktan758]

Will it work with Sibionics CGM

[@Lpool-mx6rl]

If i have a updated libre 2, how does it work pixel? Because on the set up screen i onlu seen libre 3 option?

[@TypeOneTalks]

If your Libre 2 is a real time CGM without a need to scan it should work. But might be worth messaging them to double check on the exact model/your country, etc.

[@sedinal]

Whats the new fsl2? How do you know if you have the new version?

[@radplastic-tmnttoys6537]

If you have to scan the monitor, this won’t work.

[@mylesdb]

We don’t want a constant reminder of levels being normal. Is it possible for it to only display low / highs and be off otherwise? A blaring green digital light is extremely disruptive to sleep patterns as well.

[@TypeOneTalks]

I understand. That's a fair point. There is customization available. Also includes an option with the numbers hidden. The screen can be dimmed to a minimum at night. Check this for more details. www.youtube.com/@customtypeone549

[@ShoaibKhanZ]

I'm working on something different, have it working at home for my kid, its different than this one and is more feature rich and will be FREE as in Open source and FREE! BUT you'll need to get your own supplies. First release will be in the new years and then subsequent ones will be to assist non tech savvy folks. Wish me luck!

[@Viktor_U]

How far you can be away from it to still get the data shown ?

[@radplastic-tmnttoys6537]

It pulls data from the cloud thru wifi. It doesn't connect to the CGM. So you could be across the country and still get the reading.

[@user-oi3kx2hk2x]

Is this compatible with Sibionics?

[@barrytheboy]

Anyone had this shipped to the uk and had to pay import taxes? Delivery via the website is £16 just wondering if we’ll get another charge? Thanks

[@larryborowitz1670]

What about Medtronic

[@luciflash]

While I appreciate the amount of work that went into this, the price is definitely too big for most of the world. They either have a huge markup, or a bad/expensive factory. I would buy the code/app if they made it available and run it with my own display, on something like an Arduino.

[@TypeOneTalks]

I see your point apout the code/app. I disagree on the pricing/mark up though. When compared to similar displays this product is relatively cheap, in my opinion. Thanks for watching and have a great day!

[@chri82s]

€125 a pop.. wow!

[@gallolareira]

Super expensive!!!!

[@scottsilverman]

Does your phone need to be near the SugarPixel device ? Does your Dexcom transmitter need to be near the SugarPixel? From what device is SugarPixel getting the data ? I do not use the Dexcom app by the way.

[@radplastic-tmnttoys6537]

No. The Sugarpixel works over wifi. Doesn't need to be anywhere near the user. Many parents use it to monitor their child at school.

[@scottsilverman]

@@radplastic-tmnttoys6537 Thank you.

[@yazminomer4533]

Steviana sweeter is safe or not tye diabetes’ person

[@frankspencer9308]

Interesting, but I am not sure that I want my blood sugar levels staring at me all day long. With the CGM, at least I can ignore it and not get depressed.

[@TypeOneTalks]

That’s a great point. I totally understand.

[@emilyrosta4910]

I totally understand as well! I have one but keep it only in my bedroom. My Dexcom alarms no longer wake me, so I rely on the louder alarms from the SugarPixel to wake me at night if I have a hypo

[@Maplelynx]

feel very stressful = =

[@annah5576]

Looks like this is not for all CGM devices. Users of Medtronic Minimed 780g and guardian 4 - excluded! Unfortunately users of Medtronics are left out of all mod cons

[@TypeOneTalks]

Thanks for pointing that out. I'm sorry you can not use this with Medtronic.

[@alanbritos1987]

I think It is much more easy and discreet to use an SMART WATCH, which you can bring always with you, even while you make exercise... I use a Garmin watch but guess most brands have this functionality... 🤔

[@dwightl5863]

But you do have to take the watch off to charge it sometime.

[@amandahackshall9730]

Yes my son uses his Garmin for school I can message him on it when he's to high or low, very useful

[@alanbritos1987]

Yeah, but more than that.... you can choose an spehere that displays your blood sugar level, receive alarms... just as the clock that Tom is showing, but on your wrist! The watch uses the info provided by Librelinuk (I use Freestyle)

[@alanbritos1987]

​@@dwightl5863 Yes, I usually charge it while I am in the shower, put it on... And then I go to work, to my mother's house, to the grocery... Wherever I am, I know my sugar level just by looking at my wrist... Very useful, specially when I am running!

[@GlennBrockett]

I use Blose on my Galaxy 4 watch.

[@barbaralutterloch6386]

As a woman, the huge bunch of cables behind the device would drive me mad. If the wires were white or restrained in some way with cable ties, I would not feel so anxious.

[@user-qv4md9im1d]

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[@TypeOneTalks]

Dexcom G7, G6, FSL 2 (updated), FSL 3, Night-scout, Gluroo

[@laceysilver5714]

Does this work for type 2? Looks expensive

[@TypeOneTalks]

It works regardless of diabetes “type”. As long as you have one of the supported CGM sensors it will work for you!

[@laceysilver5714]

Awesome thank you

[@stevenichols4639]

Their website is somewhat out of date, but it appears as if there’s an updated version of the Libre 2 which does continuous sending of the data to the phone which would be required for this you wish it still required you to scan the sensor to get the data so if you scan it, it will send it to the sugar pixel via the LibreLink but otherwise it only happens as often as you scan

[@maartenvanderpoel5804]

wish medtronic wasnt so much like apple is, closing everything off when it comes to non medtronic devices.

[@antho3024]

At $230 AUD I'll check my phone

[@brianbowman5402]

I don't like putting my medical info on the web, who knows what they will do with it in the future. I don't use a phone for a reciever and I would not use this.

[@TypeOneTalks]

I understand. Thanks for watching!

[@ivannightly1919]

for 100 bucks ill just pull out my phone thanks

[@TypeOneTalks]

I don't blame you my friend! Thanks for your comment!

[@mikeripcurl6421]

Its blow my mind... 125€ wow... its made from gold bar?!! no thanks!

[@MrTomengle]

I'll wait until they decide to quit ripping diabetics off and lower the price. I hate being a member of a captive audience.

[@GlennBrockett]

It's a private individual that designed it. They are not likely getting a great deal over cost. I could understand your concern if it was from a large company. Have you priced the other alternatives?

[@daisy3690]