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.
Exceptional Accuracy1,2
Better informed treatment desicions.‡
Intuitive features.
Customisable alerts.
Proven Results.
Lower HbA1C. More time-in-range.3,4,5,6
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.
† Smart device sold separately. 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.
¶ Internet connection required to send data to Dexcom Clarity.
* 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.
† Smart device sold separately. 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.
¶ Internet connection required to send data to Dexcom Clarity.
1 Dexcom G6 user guide
2 Dexcom G7 user guide
3 Beck RW, et al. JAMA. 2017;317(4):371-378.
4 Welsh JB, et al. J Diabetes Sci Technol. 2022:19322968221099879.
5 Beck RW, et al.. Ann Intern Med. 2017;167(6):365-374.
6 Martens T, et al. JAMA. 2021;325(22):2262-2272.
2 Dexcom G7 user guide
3 Beck RW, et al. JAMA. 2017;317(4):371-378.
4 Welsh JB, et al. J Diabetes Sci Technol. 2022:19322968221099879.
5 Beck RW, et al.. Ann Intern Med. 2017;167(6):365-374.
6 Martens T, et al. JAMA. 2021;325(22):2262-2272.