The Dexcom CGM Difference
The Dexcom CGM systems give you a full picture of your glucose numbers and trends to help you better manage your diabetes, so you can live a healthier, more confident life.
Real-time Glucose Readings.
No finger pricks*. No scanning.
*Finger pricks required for diabetes treatment decisions if symptoms or expectations do not match readings.
Exceptional Accuracy†
Better informed treatment decisions.‡
Intuitive features.
Customisable alerts.
Proven Results.
Lower HbA1C. More time-in-range.1,2,3,4
Dexcom G6 Sensor | Dexcom G7 Sensor |
10-day lifespan | 10-day lifespan |
Small sensor | Smallest Dexcom sensor |
— | All-in-one sensor and transmitter |
2-hour warm up | 30-minute warm up |
— | 12-hour grace period |
Water resistance 2.4m - up to 24 hours | Waterproof 2.4m - up to 24 hours |
Alerts | Alerts |
Customisable sound and volume | Customisable sound and volume |
High and Low alerts | High and Low alerts |
Urgent Low alert | Urgent Low alert |
— | Delay 1st alert |
— | Silent mode‖ |
Alert schedule | Alert schedule |
Apps | Apps |
Dexcom G6 app | Dexcom G7 app |
Follow app§ – circle of support (max 10) | Follow app§ – circle of support (max 10) |
Clarity app – healthcare professionals | Clarity app – healthcare professionals |
Connectivity | Connectivity |
Smartphone iOS and Android** | Smartphone iOS and Android** |
Smartwatch when connected with a smartphone†† | Smartwatch when connected with a smartphone†† |
Dexcom Receiver | Dexcom Receiver |
Seamless integration with a selection of insulin pumps‖ | — |
Wear Location | Wear Location |
Back of arm | Back of arm |
Abdomen | Abdomen |
Upper buttocks (children only 2-17 years) | Upper buttocks (children only 2-6 years) |
References:
* Finger pricks required for diabetes treatment decisions if symptoms or expectations do not match readings.
** For a list of compatible devices, visit dexcom.com/compatibility.
† Dexcom G6 User Guide.
†† Compatible device required for CGM data on smartwatch.
‡ Discuss with your HCP on how to use CGM information to manage diabetes.
§ Internet connectivity required for data sharing. Following requires the use of the Follow App. Followers should always confirm readings on the Dexcom G6 App or Receiver before making treatment decisions.
‖ Dexcom G6 is compatible with a selection of insulin pumps, including the Tandem t:slim and CamAPS FX.
* Finger pricks required for diabetes treatment decisions if symptoms or expectations do not match readings.
** For a list of compatible devices, visit dexcom.com/compatibility.
† Dexcom G6 User Guide.
†† Compatible device required for CGM data on smartwatch.
‡ Discuss with your HCP on how to use CGM information to manage diabetes.
§ Internet connectivity required for data sharing. Following requires the use of the Follow App. Followers should always confirm readings on the Dexcom G6 App or Receiver before making treatment decisions.
‖ Dexcom G6 is compatible with a selection of insulin pumps, including the Tandem t:slim and CamAPS FX.
1 Beck RW, et al. JAMA. 2017;317(4):371-378.
2 Welsh JB, et al. Comparisons of Fifth-, Sixth-, and Seventh-Generation Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems. J Diabetes Sci Technol. 2022:19322968221099879.
3 Beck RW, et al. Continuous glucose monitoring versus usual care in patients with type 2 diabetes receiving multiple daily insulin injections: A randomized trial. Ann Intern Med. 2017;167(6):365-374.
4 Martens T, et al. Effect of continuous glucose monitoring on glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes treated with basal insulin: A randomized clinical trial. JAMA. 2021;325(22):2262-2272.
2 Welsh JB, et al. Comparisons of Fifth-, Sixth-, and Seventh-Generation Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems. J Diabetes Sci Technol. 2022:19322968221099879.
3 Beck RW, et al. Continuous glucose monitoring versus usual care in patients with type 2 diabetes receiving multiple daily insulin injections: A randomized trial. Ann Intern Med. 2017;167(6):365-374.
4 Martens T, et al. Effect of continuous glucose monitoring on glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes treated with basal insulin: A randomized clinical trial. JAMA. 2021;325(22):2262-2272.