Technology That Supports Peace of Mind
Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) and insulin pumps are transforming diabetes management by offering real-time insights, consistent support, and reliable glucose control. For people living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, these technologies provide peace of mind by reducing daily guesswork, preventing highs and lows, and making care more flexible. Whether you’re exploring the benefits of a CGM, learning how an insulin pump works, or considering how both can improve your quality of life, this page will guide you toward tools that support confidence, balance, and long-term health.
Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs)
Dexcom G6
Manufacturer - Dexcom
Wear Duration - 10 days
Warm-up Time - 2 hours
Reading Frequency - Every 5 minutes
Alerts / Predictive Features - High/low
alerts; Urgent Low Soon
Pump / AID Integration - Tandem, Omnipod, smart devices
Wear Locations -Upper arm
Water Resistance - Up to 2.4 m for 24 hours
Dexcom G7
Manufacturer - Dexcom
Wear Duration - 10 days (12-hour grace period)
Warm-up Time - 30 minutes
Reading Frequency - Every 5 minutes
Alerts / Predictive Features - Custom high/low alerts, Urgent Low Soon (predictive)
Pump / AID Integration - Omnipod 5, Tandem t:slim X2, Tandem Mobi.
Wear Locations - Upper arm, abdomen (or other approved sites per IFU)
Water Resistance - Water resistant
FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus
Manufacturer - Abbott
Wear Duration - 15 days
Warm-up Time - 60 minutes
Reading Frequency - Every 1 minute
Alerts / Predictive Features - High/low alarms; fewer predictive alerts
Pump / AID Integration - Limited pump integration (varies by region)
Wear Locations -Upper arm
Water Resistance - Water resistant
FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus
Manufacturer - Abbott
Wear Duration - 15 days
Warm-up Time - 60 minutes
Reading Frequency - Every 1 minute
Alerts / Predictive Features - High/low alarms; fewer predictive alerts
Pump / AID Integration - Limited pump integration (varies by region)
Wear Locations -Upper arm
Water Resistance - Water resistant
Eversense 365
Manufacturer - Senseonics / Ascensia
Wear Duration - Up to 365 days (implanted)
Warm-up Time - 24 hours
Reading Frequency - Every 5 minutes
Alerts / Predictive Features - Vibratory alerts on-body; predictive alerts
Pump / AID Integration - Limited pump integration
Wear Locations - Implanted upper arm
Water Resistance - Transmitter water resistant
Guardian 4
Manufacturer - Medtronic
Wear Duration - Up to 7 days
Warm-up Time - 2 hours
Reading Frequency - Every 5 minutes
Alerts / Predictive Features - High/low alerts; Smart Guard features with Mini Med pumps
Pump / AID Integration - Integrates with Mini Med 780G and other Medtronic pumps
Wear Locations - Arm/abdomen (per IFU)
Water Resistance - Water resistant
Simplera
Manufacturer - Medtronic
Wear Duration - Up to 7 days
Warm-up Time - 2 hours
Reading Frequency - Every 5 minutes
Alerts / Predictive Features - High/low alerts; app-based alerts; calibration-free
Pump / AID Integration - Integrates with InPen & MiniMed 780G AID
Wear Locations - Back of upper arm
Water Resistance - Up to 2.4 m for 30 min
Insulin Pumps
Omnipod 5
Manufacturer - Insulet Corporation
Type - Tubeless patch
Closed-Loop / Automation - Yes Predictive algorithm, Dexcom G6
CGM Compatibility - Dexcom G6
Reservoir / Pod Capacity - Pod wear ~3 days, 200+ units
Medtronic Mini Med 780G
Manufacturer - Medtronic Diabetes
Type - Tubed
Closed-Loop / Automation - Yes - Automatic basal + correction boluses
CGM Compatibility - Medtronic Guardian CGM
Reservoir / Pod Capacity - Reservoir 300 units, infusion site 2-3 days
Tandem t:slim X2 with Control-IQ
Manufacturer - Tandem Diabetes Care
Type - Tubed
Closed-Loop / Automation - Yes Control-IQ adjusts basal & boluses
CGM Compatibility - Dexcom G6, Dexcom G7
Reservoir / Pod Capacity - Reservoir 300 units, infusion site 2-3 days
Tandem Mobi
Manufacturer - Tandem Diabetes Care
Type - Tubed mini pump
Closed-Loop / Automation - Yes Control-IQ adjusts basal & boluses
CGM Compatibility - Dexcom G6, Dexcom G7
Reservoir / Pod Capacity - Reservoir 200 units, infusion site 2-3 days
Beta Bionics iLet
Manufacturer - Beta Bionics
Type - Tubed “bionic pancreas”
Closed-Loop / Automation - Yes Automated dosing, simplified meals
CGM Compatibility - Works with iCGMs (varies)
Reservoir / Pod Capacity - 300 units, 2-3 days
Roche Accu-Chek Solo Micropump
Manufacturer - Roche Diabetes Care
Type - Patch / Micropump
Closed-Loop / Automation - Partial evolving automation
CGM Compatibility - Varies by version
Reservoir / Pod Capacity - 200 units, 2-3 days
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