The Dexcom Difference

Dexcom Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) systems give you a full picture of glucose numbers and trends.
Dexcom CGMs are for people aged 2 years or older living with type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes where selfmonitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) is indicated.
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Easy to use

Easy self-start CGM which seamlessly integrates into your daily routine.
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Zero fingerpricks*

Dexcom CGM requires zero fingerpicks.*
* If your glucose alerts and readings from the Dexcom CGM do not match symptoms or expectations, use a blood glucose meter to make diabetes treatment decisions.
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Superior accuracy

Dexcom G7 and Dexcom ONE+ are our most accurate CGM systems5 giving you the confidence to make informed treatment decisions.
Dexcom is the #1 researched CGM in the world.
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Better health outcomes1-5

Dexcom CGMs are shown to improve quality of life by reducing highs and lows, lowering HbA1c and improving time in range1-7

Find the right Dexcom CGM System for you

​​​Whatever your glucose needs are, we have a real-time CGM for you. Explore our range of products
§ Smart devices sold separately.
Dexcom ONE+ CGM

An easy CGM with essential alerts for people living with type 2 diabetes.

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Dexcom G7 CGM

An advanced CGM with insulin pump connectivity and predictive alerts.

 
Dexcom CGM System features at a glance

Dexcom ONE+

Dexcom G7

Dexcom G6

Sensor size
Smallest Dexcom sensor
(24mm x 27.3mm x 4.6mm)
Smallest Dexcom sensor
(24mm x 27.3mm x 4.6mm)
Small Dexcom sensor
(70mm x 40mm x 10mm)
Sensor and Transmitter
All-in-one sensor and transmitter
All-in-one sensor and transmitter
Yes (Separate sensor and transmitter)
Duration
Up to 10-days
Up to 10-days
Up to 10-days
Grace period
12-hour grace period
12-hour grace period
-
Warm up time
up to 30-minute warm up
up to 30-minute warm up
2 hours
Water Resistance
Waterproof 2.4m - up to 24 hours
Waterproof 2.4m - up to 24 hours
Water resistance 2.4m - up to 24 hours

Alerts

Alerts
Alerts
Customisable sound and volume
Yes
Yes
Yes
High and Low alerts
Yes
Yes
Yes
Urgent Low alert
-
Yes
Yes
Urgent Low Soon alert
-
Yes
Yes
Delay 1st High alert
Yes
Yes
-
Silent mode
-
Yes
-
Alert schedule
-
Yes
Yes

Dexcom Apps

Dexcom Apps
Dexcom Apps
Follow App
Yes
Yes
Yes
Clarity App#
Yes
Yes
Yes
In-app Clarity card
Yes
Yes
-
Notes features under events
Yes
Yes
-

Connectivity

Connectivity
Connectivity
Dexcom Receiver§
Yes
Yes
Yes
Dexcom Receiver height§
11.9 mm slim receiver
11.9 mm slim receiver
15.5mm
Bluetooth range
10 metres
10 metres
10 metres
Smartphone compatibility§
Yes
(certain models of iOS and Android devices)
Yes
(certain models of iOS and Android devices)
Yes
(certain models of iOS and Android devices)
Smartwatch Compatibility^
Yes (certain models of Apple and Google watches)
Yes (certain models of Apple, Google and Garmin watches)
Yes (certain models of Apple, Google and Garmin watches)
Direct to Apple Watch^,§
No
Yes (Compatible Apple Watch§ when connected with a compatible smartphone§)
No
Insulin Pump Integration
-
Yes (eg: Tandem t:slim X2 insulin pump with Control-IQ technology)
Yes (eg: Tandem t:slim X2 insulin pump with Control-IQ technology)
Health apps Integration
Yes
Yes
Yes

Sensor Placement

Sensor Placement
Sensor Placement
Wear Locations
Back of arm, abdomen and upper buttocks. Upper buttocks only for children 2-6 years.
Back of arm, abdomen and upper buttocks. Upper buttocks only for children 2-6 years.
Abdomen and upper buttocks. Upper buttocks for children 2-17 years.

Get started with Dexcom CGM

The Australian Government offers access to subsidised CGM for Australians living with type 1 diabetes through the National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS) Initiative.** For those who are not eligible for this subsidy, you can purchase Dexcom CGM on our online shop.
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Contact us for more information or support on Dexcom CGM.
The web-based Dexcom Clarity software is intended for use by both home users and healthcare professionals to assist people living with diabetes and their healthcare professionals in the review, analysis, and evaluation of historical CGM data to support effective glucose management. It is intended for use as an accessory to Dexcom CGM devices with data interface capabilities.
*If your glucose alerts and readings from the Dexcom CGM do not match symptoms or expectations, use a blood glucose meter to make diabetes treatment decisions.† As compared to Dexcom G6 System. ‡ clinicaltrials.gov. § Smart device sold separately. For a list of compatible smart devices, visit dexcom.com/compatibility. ¶ Internet connectivity required for data sharing. Following requires the use of the Dexcom Follow App on a compatible smart device. Followers should always confirm readings on the Dexcom CGM App or receiver before making treatment decisions. # Internet connection required to send data to Dexcom Clarity. ^ Compatible device required for CGM data on smartwatch when connected to a smartphone. Compatible smartphone is required to pair a new Dexcom G7 sensor with an Apple Watch. Dexcom G7 users must continuously have their smartphone within 10 metres to utilise the Share/Follow features. Apple Watch is not capable of Share/Follow. ** Eligibility criteria applies, Visit ndss.com.au/cgm for more details.
1 Beck RW, et al. JAMA. 2017;317(4):371-378.
2 Beck RW, et al. Ann Intern Med. 2017;167(6):365-374.
3 Martens T, et al. JAMA. 2021;325(22):2262-2272.
4 Laffel LM, et al. JAMA. 2020;323(23):2388-2396.
5 Welsh JB, et al. J Diabetes Sci Technol. 2024;18(1):143-7.
6 Polonsky WH, et al. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2021;23(3):195-202.
7 Gilbert TR, et al. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2021;23(S1):S35-S39.
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