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G7 15-Day Continuous Glucose Monitor
$300-400/month (insurance: $20-75/month)
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Stelo Glucose Biosensor
First over-the-counter CGM for wellness and metabolic health - no prescription needed.
$99/month
HealthKit Data
Blood Glucose
Requires iPhone (iOS 15.0+)
About This Device
Dexcom Stelo is the first over-the-counter (OTC) continuous glucose monitor, designed for people who don't use insulin. It's intended for wellness and metabolic health tracking rather than diabetes management. Stelo provides the same high-quality glucose data as Dexcom's prescription CGMs but is available without a prescription. It's ideal for those interested in understanding how food, exercise, and lifestyle affect their glucose levels. For caregivers helping someone who is pre-diabetic or interested in metabolic health, Stelo offers an accessible entry point to glucose monitoring.
Pros
- No prescription required (OTC)
- Same Dexcom accuracy and quality
- Great for pre-diabetes and wellness
- Lower barrier to entry
- Apple Health integration
Cons
- Not intended for insulin dosing
- Not covered by insurance
- Shorter sensor life than G7
- Less feature-rich than prescription CGMs
