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 Accuracy†
Better informed treatment desicions.‡
Intuitive Features.
Customisable alerts.
Proven Results.
Lower HbA1C. More time-in-range.1–5
*Finger pricks required for diabetes treatment decisions if symptoms or expectations do not match readings.
Find the Right Dexcom CGM for You
Whatever your diabetes needs are, we have a Real-Time CGM for you. Explore our range of products.
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‖ | Integrates with Tandem t:slim X2 insulin pump |
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) |
* For a list of compatible devices, visit dexcom.com/compatibility.
** Compatible device required for CGM data on smartwatch.
# Smart watch sold separately.
** Compatible device required for CGM data on smartwatch.
# Smart watch sold separately.
References:
* Finger pricks required for diabetes treatment decisions if symptoms or expectations do not match readings.
** Compatible Device required for CGM data on smartwatch. For a list of compatible devices, visit dexcom.com/compatibility.
† Dexcom G6 and Dexcom G7 User Guides.
‡ Discuss with your HCP on how to use CGM information to manage diabetes.
§ Compatible insulin-delivery device sold separately. Internet connectivity required for data sharing. Following requires the use of the Follow App. Followers should always confirm readings on the Dexcom G6 App, Dexcom G7 App or Receiver before making treatment decisions.
‖ Dexcom G6 is compatible with a selection of insulin pumps, including the Tandem t:slim, Omnipod 5 and CamAPS FX.
¶ Internet connection required to send data to Dexcom Clarity.
1 Beck RW, et al. JAMA. 2017;317(4):371-378.
2 Welsh JB, et al. J Diabetes Sci Technol. 2024;18(1):143-147.
3 Laffel LM, et al. JAMA. 2020;323(23):2388-2396.
4 Beck RW, et al. Ann Intern Med. 2017;167(6):365-374.
5 Lind M, et al. Diabetes Care. 2021;44(1):141-149.
* Finger pricks required for diabetes treatment decisions if symptoms or expectations do not match readings.
** Compatible Device required for CGM data on smartwatch. For a list of compatible devices, visit dexcom.com/compatibility.
† Dexcom G6 and Dexcom G7 User Guides.
‡ Discuss with your HCP on how to use CGM information to manage diabetes.
§ Compatible insulin-delivery device sold separately. Internet connectivity required for data sharing. Following requires the use of the Follow App. Followers should always confirm readings on the Dexcom G6 App, Dexcom G7 App or Receiver before making treatment decisions.
‖ Dexcom G6 is compatible with a selection of insulin pumps, including the Tandem t:slim, Omnipod 5 and CamAPS FX.
¶ Internet connection required to send data to Dexcom Clarity.
1 Beck RW, et al. JAMA. 2017;317(4):371-378.
2 Welsh JB, et al. J Diabetes Sci Technol. 2024;18(1):143-147.
3 Laffel LM, et al. JAMA. 2020;323(23):2388-2396.
4 Beck RW, et al. Ann Intern Med. 2017;167(6):365-374.
5 Lind M, et al. Diabetes Care. 2021;44(1):141-149.