I Tried a New CGM You've Never Heard of
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I tested a brand new CGM that is coming to the market soon and compared it with FreeStyle Libre and Dexcom. Is the Sibionics CGM a good alternative or even a better tool to monitor your blood sugar levels? Watch this video to find out.
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@despegaconhgwmexico9375
6 ай бұрын
HI, Thanks your videos. What do you think about GLUCUBE from España.
@user-py4lb3ek2p
5 ай бұрын
Prices and how can I get one?
@TypeOneTalks
19 күн бұрын
@@user-py4lb3ek2p My apologies for the delay. I just saw your comment now. I added a link to the page where you can order in the video description.
Competition for the likes of Abbott and dexcom can only be a good thing, sorely needed
@MericanMade24
11 ай бұрын
Hope it makes them lower their crazy prices
@pamelakoretsky9909
11 ай бұрын
@@MericanMade24Freestyle sensors are actually very nicely priced and the same across the board. No increase with newer systems...libre3.
@mitch993
11 ай бұрын
Agreed! Something we need is direct cgm to smartwatch integration to become an industry standard, something dexcom has been promising for a long time
@pamelakoretsky9909
11 ай бұрын
@@mitch993 I personally dont want any medical device working off a smart watch, or phone. I enjoy the bnb integrity of my medical info kept private.
@alfredhu3810
11 ай бұрын
Sibonics has already done this in China, the sensor could be directly connected with HuaWei, oppo and sibionics watchs without phone@@mitch993
You are informative and humorous.
Thank you for another amazing and helpful video! I will give this a try. 😊 Also thank you for doing all of your videos, they are really helpful! 😊
Great review, thank you so much for all your work.
Thank you for this video. I received my free sample today. I live in Canada.
Your channel is awesome and you are very thorough with you presentations thanks
Thank you for testing this CGM. I think I'll wait. I like that my CGM is integrated with my pump. Maybe if they do this in the future. I like that they are smaller and that their set up is easier.
Hi thank you for your information. I purchased 3 of them for my 7 years old kid ,but after that I knew it is suitable for more than 18 years old person!
Since I got my new medtronic 780 I will not need to look at any of these systems any longer. It’s amazing
Got my trial kit today, wooohooo!!! will be trying it out in the next few days.
@aizawasscarf8927
6 ай бұрын
Did yours say expired when trying to use it too?
@BobbyRoa
6 ай бұрын
@@aizawasscarf8927 nope.. worked fine out of the box
Interesting video but I will stick with Eversense 180 day soon to be 365 day with no environmental waste like all the other CGM's on the market. It's nice to see alternatives though in other countries but Eversense is made in the good ol' USA and I have tried Libre and Dexcom and Eversense is still the most accurate in my opinion. Thx 4 the video and keep up your great work enlightening all of us diabetics because we truly are 1 big family across the entire world!
Thanks for your info. I am 73 ale ande diabetics 2. I have used several times the Abboot Freestile Libre. But this ons is much better.I use it now for one week. The sensor is nearly identical as Abbott but the software is 10 times better.
@FatCatAnna
10 ай бұрын
How much was the sensor? I pay out of pocket .. so between insulin, other meds as a T1D .. I like to be able to buy wholesome food and pay my rent . Technology sadly isn't accessible to all where I live in Canada due to our inadequate hand outs from the Canadian government to each province.
And thank you very much for your great videos!
I am very grateful for receiving the sensor completely free, its use is very practical I hope to find the online store to make a purchase
@fradesjo
17 күн бұрын
Can you share your experience using it? Pros and cons?
Thank u for ur review. As i konw, there is a brand new CGM from South Korea also. They will start selling their CGM from this September some day. And they will also plan to sell it in Europe next year. Pls. Let us konw the CGM also. I hope there are many good new CGM for patients. Ref. The Korean one is from i-sense.
So cool. I want to try it!!
Thank you Tom for this review , I hope the producer will open a local representation in Europe. The problems with products sent from Chinca is the 2 to 3 weeks shipping time and paying duties in customs with subsequent further delays.
@husseinshaban5814
7 ай бұрын
How can i get the product please
I love my dexcom g6 and now have started ozempic I haven't used my fast acting insulin in 2 days loving it 🎉
@mikeyo9586
5 ай бұрын
I loved the g6. Upgraded the g7
@sigalsmadar4547
5 ай бұрын
Type 2 is totally reversible.... you could be med free
I'm using it right now. Measurement very accurate
@yejemoleg9821
3 ай бұрын
Hey man this is the only thing I can get in Africa and wanted to know is it worth it after 6 month ?
Hey Tom. I discovered this CGM system by chance on the internet and decided to give it a go. Currently on my 4th Sibionic sensor and very satisfied with it. Simple to apply and connect to app and the app is easy to use. It's less expensive compared to the Libre too.
@TypeOneTalks
11 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing! I’m glad you’re happy with it!
@ahmadazzam8107
11 ай бұрын
How much price
@zhiqianpa8054
11 ай бұрын
Can be extended up to 24 days
@brucestephens2013
11 ай бұрын
@@ahmadazzam8107 Yes, while the website lets me choose my currency and has a shopping basket, I'm failing to see any way to see any prices or actually add anything to the basket.
@devnull3278
11 ай бұрын
How were you able to get ongoing sensors? I'm interested in it, but wasn't sure how to get an actual RX for it.
I am using this one, like it a lot
I signed up. Hopefully, they let me try the CGM.
I’m definitely going for the free trial, I don’t pay for Libre 2 thankfully, but I’m sick to death of some of the sensors either not being accurate with finger blood or being ages behind, not just the 5 mins you expect. I had a sensor only 2 weeks ago reading 16 !!!!!! My finger was 7.2, now that’s dangerous if you’re not familiar with your body and know how certain foods work with your blood sugar. Thank you Tom, all the best from 🇬🇧
@lozetchells9164
11 ай бұрын
I've had really bad issues with in inaccurate libre 2 sensors too, especially in the last few months. It's anecdotal I know but I cycle a lot and have muscly legs but puny arms. After 6 faulty sensors on the trot I tried putting a libre on the front of my thigh and it worked great. Last 2 sensors have been perfect! Could be coincidence, but...
@dbtest117
11 ай бұрын
7.2 mmol/l? I have my low alarm at 3.9 and high at 8.
@dbtest117
11 ай бұрын
And I always look at the trend rather than the actual value.
@lozetchells9164
11 ай бұрын
@@dbtest117 I think the OP was meaning that the libre was reading way WAY higher than 7.2, so if he had bolused for 16 when he was actually 7.2 then he would've been in trouble. I've been there too, although not quite as bad as that
@dbtest117
11 ай бұрын
@@lozetchells9164 I understand. But there the trend is important. Also I don’t bolus the whole amount at once. Hmm maybe he’s injecting and not using a pump. I mean with a pump you know the active amounts of insulin also.
Just started wearing mine. The application was a breeze and so far so good with the accuracy
@user-hn6cu8ds9v
7 ай бұрын
Did you buy from local pharmacy or directly from company? Where is the data stored? How much did it cost?
@alandunbar4244
7 ай бұрын
@@user-hn6cu8ds9v I got it as a trial from my GP. To buy it you can get it directly from their online store., and with ALL CGMs your data is stored on your phone, backed up and can be sent directly to your physician electronically
Good joke on 4:40 Tom. And nice review too. Thanks.
This is very exciting to hear about. The more competition in the market, the better! Also what is that digital device showing your glucose on the back shelf?
@TypeOneTalks
8 ай бұрын
The blood sugar clock is called SigarPixel. It reads data from both Dexcom and FreeStyle Libre wirelesly. You can get it on the link below. I absolutely love it btw customtypeone.com/?ref=typeonetalks
@SpazzMeister666
8 ай бұрын
@@TypeOneTalks Incredible! Thanks for everything you do! 🤘🏾🩸
Have you ever tried the Eversense CGM? I'm intrigued by the 6 month wear time. Can you please review this next?
thank you for this review. I'm on the fence about trying one due to the size, accuracy. Or if its too confusing for me to understand.
To me I stick with libre I haven't found anything better good video.
No shipping to USA. Even with sale price, it's $68.50, much more than full price Libre 3. See no point to switch. But thank you for the video.
I saw this on shopee app, but not confident to buy because didn't know about it. Esp its written in Chinese, I don't understand it. Thank you for making this video. I really need this esp when i just diagnosed with prediabetes
That needle looks enormous! The Dexcom G7 is tiny, plastic, and flexible. This one looks solid and metal.
@MetalheadAndNerd
10 ай бұрын
Does the needle stay in? I thought it would only poke and retract like the tools for traditional glucose measurement.
@HEARTANDSOULOFMINE
10 ай бұрын
@@MetalheadAndNerd It stays in and does not retract.
@alandunbar4244
10 ай бұрын
The needle doesn't stay in.. it's a synthetic filament that does which is inside the hollow needle. The needle is only for delivery and as its microfine you don't feel a thing
@havencat9337
9 ай бұрын
don't listen to trolls...the need its not staying, its flexible filament that wont get in when its applied. really comfy, nothing to worry about
@CarlosHCantu
7 ай бұрын
The needle doesn't stay in, and you don't even feel it when the sensor is being applied
thanks!!!
Been using it for about 3 months now, getting the app in Mexico was a challenge but once I got it it works fine. In my experience is a bit more accurate than free style, having in account that we only have free style libre, not the 2 or the 3. The best thing about it is that is half the price from free style libre which here in Mexico is getting more expensive by the minute.
Eversense tops them all..who can beat 180 day cgm that you can take off the transmitter whenever you want and shower or with prolonged water contact.
@edbertblazentumyyeboah1871
11 күн бұрын
Where can I get one?
Hi Tom.I've used it for 5 months . It very easy to use and also less expensive
@lmc4964
7 ай бұрын
whats the monthly cost?
@zhenshi4296
7 ай бұрын
@@lmc4964 Around 70USD for 1 CGM. I also use another brand called AIDEX
@7114TheLegends
5 ай бұрын
How happy are you with the App?
@zhenshi4296
5 ай бұрын
@@7114TheLegends helpful for detecting my blood sugar all day
Have you tried with both a Libre 2 and a Sib CGM fitted at the same time for a comparison of accuracy test , id be very interested to see this ?
What do you think about the full closed loop system from Inreda? It looks amazing. I havent tested it yet but it looks like something i would definitely get when it's available. Please do a review if you can.
£112 per months is ridiculously expensive.
“ If you’re scared of needles don’t look inside” - AND THEN YOU SHOW US THE NEEDLE!!!😮😢
just ordered mine for 56.69€ with xmas discount (it was last day on Jan 3). It's my first CGM - will see how long it takes to come over and if i need to pay import taxes on it. I was looking at the Dexcom G7 as well (here at 97€) - Thanks for this video
@7114TheLegends
5 ай бұрын
So, how was your experience so far?
@gilles4u2b
5 ай бұрын
Not good. Reading is way off compared to blood sample reading and not reliable at all. I stopped using it before the 2 weeks validity period
Just curious: what do you personally set your target range for on your device?
Hello Tom, Thanks for the review on this new CGM, however following your link only offers a 2% discount.
Good review. Co efficient variation is a nice touch. Can the readings be calibrated on this device? I use libre 2 and think the data points in the app could be hugely improved. Why they removed the last 24 time in range when the libre moved to cgm who knows. Why they dont show the % of TIR in the daily graph who knows. So many oppurtunities to fill in the blank spaces on the screen.
@lozetchells9164
9 ай бұрын
Agreed. They also removed the daily average BG, which I found a very useful metric for how I'm doing
@user-hn6cu8ds9v
7 ай бұрын
What does co efficient variation mean?
Can it export data to iHealth - or anywhere outside the app?
Are there any trials in the US for CGM's? I am not a diabetic but just overweight. I am reducing my COVID weight using Intermittent Gas and OMAD. I would love to join a trial or even pay for a CGM. Can you provide me a recommendation? Thanks Yvonne
I am a resident of Cambodia and have been using these for the last couple months. The hardware is great, but the software isn't great. For me the alarms are too quiet, and there is no tracking of averages by time of day.
Sag, weißt du, was das dann regelmäßig kostet? Ich finde auf der verlinkten Seite keinen Shop oder eine Preisliste. Danke
Hi did you try the glucose watch do you think it work ?
Hopefully the manufactures will quickly improve the software and make this device as user friendly as the more established manufacturers at a competitive price, benefiting our community even more. Thanks Tom.
@alandunbar4244
7 ай бұрын
I find the software easier to get around than the libre from Abbott and it's slightly more accurate when calibrating the levels with a finger stick blood Glucose monitor. I wore both (one on each arm ) for 2 weeks to calibrate and compare both
Dang the filament/needle looks nasty the 1st time you show it, but not so much the 2nd time! Nice work as usual Tom.
@qcshari
11 ай бұрын
The applicator needle isn’t the same as the filament. The filament stays inside of the skin, but the needle does not. The first time he showed the needle, and the second time he showed the filament.
@brucestephens2013
11 ай бұрын
The needle inside the Libre applicators is also not friendly looking! They just made it so you don't usually see it.
@pooh4519
11 ай бұрын
@@qcshari I don't know what you are seeing, but there is no separate needle. The filament is the needle. Have a look at the applicator and then the sensor when you take it off.
@qcshari
11 ай бұрын
@@pooh4519 The filament is not the needle. The filament cannot pierce the skin on its own; it must be implanted by a needle. Every CGM has a filament attached to the sensor that remains in the skin when the sensor is applied. And every CGM has a needle inside of the applicator used to pierce the skin and insert the filament. The needle does not remain inside of the skin, but the filament does. Once the sensor is applied, the needle inside of the applicator retracts and can no longer be seen.
@pooh4519
11 ай бұрын
@@qcshari So explain how the needle passes thru the sensor to pierce the skin, and then retracts and puts the filament in!
Hi Tom I love your channel. Have you reviewed to AIDEX CGM as yet would love to see your review.
@CGM-China
8 ай бұрын
AIDEX CGM的产品准确度一般,还经常断线
A little more info would be useful, like how long a sensor lasts, can it be restarted or not, what's the expected price and so on.
@scottjones6624
11 ай бұрын
and can it be calibrated?
Got my free trial and testing it alongside my Libre 2. So far it seems decent although clearly a cheapo Libre 2. So far Its beeen more accurate than the libre2.
@havencat9337
9 ай бұрын
i had the same feeling, a bit more accurate then Libre 2. I also tested this one recently but my son bought me a few libre..4 more, so after i finish those ill buy this one.
@McTAnGuS
9 ай бұрын
@@havencat9337 What surprised me more is the quality of the overpatch its fantastic. With the plastic surround and the way you attach it making it flawless every time. Libre and dexcom could learn from this.
Hi Tom, thnx for your video, I've tried this device and it shows more than 10 points of difference with the finger blood device. Do you know how to calibrate it?
I am from the Netherlands, and each one is priced at 65-75euro, same as the freestyle libre2. Whereas in France, you can get a freestyle libre2 for 40euros at any pharmacy. Good for dexcom and freestyle libre to have competition, hopefully this is the start of lowering the price for CGMs.
Question: What is the materiel used at the bottom of the sensor to stick to the skin (some kind of sticky pad LIBRE 2) ???
If this ever works with iAPS it'd be worth considering.
No ways its more expensive than the libre!
Just orderd one. very excited because i have no diabetes but wanna know which foods are spiking my bloodsugar.
Good day, Tom! The Dexcom G7 with CamAPS fx will be available when. when will CamAPS fx be compatible with iOS, and how to communicate.
Thanks for the suggestion of investigating Sibionics CGM. Much to my dismay, the readings are even more inaccurate than those of the Free Style Libre 2; they are consistently 2 mmol lower. Anyone else with the same results?
Important user information: (i) how long does the battery in the sensor last, i.e., how often do you need to change it?, (ii) how much does the sensors cost?, (iii) how does it work to shower with the sensor on, etc.?, (iv) is it possible to export the logged data from the app to a computer, e.g., as a CSV file?
What about calibration options? Is there a possibility to calibrate it in the official app?
@Burgduino
9 ай бұрын
No.. its supposed to come pre-calibrated ..
Does the free trial come via email? I only saw a place to subscribe via your link. Says Free Trial,but nothing to click on
Thank you for sharing. I intend to purchase one for my father. Will you please share if there is any pain while applying the monitor? And after that? Any uncomfortable situation? Any skin rushes during usage? Etc. My father is over 70 years old and sensitive to pain, and pronoun to skin allergies. I really need some more information from people who are using the product constantly. This is the first time we are going to use a such product and I am a bit confused if it will be the right one. Thank you in advance. All the best 🌺🌺🌺
I have a Q for you Sir, can we swim with this patch? anything you can suggest
The free trial like doesn't seem to be working. The page appears empty, only email subscription. Is this due to my location? I'm based in Australia.
I am 1 point away from entering the "pre-diabetes" stage. My last A1C was 5.5. Is there a way for me to get a CGM even though I'm not yet prediabetic or diabetic. I want to track my blood sugar and see what causes it to spike. Do you have any recommendations?
The link shows free trial but it does nothing othrr then to ask you to subscribe. Is the free trial regional or not available anymore? Im in the U.S.
I use the Libra that I am paying for out of pocket. How much are these and is and are there a coupon?
Just a note about the reading disparity- The CGM measures interstitial fluids which lags blood by about 5 minutes. So take a blood reading and then check against the cgm after a 5 minute delay for a more accurate reading.
Have you tried swimming laps with it? I have quite a bit of trouble with my G6 not standing up to an honest pool workout
Does this Glucose meter work with an iPod Touch or does it have to interface with an iPhone?
I just can’t wait till someone comes out with a sensor that will work with my Apple Watch. So I’m not tethered to my phone like I am now.
@yejemoleg9821
3 ай бұрын
Well, Appel doesn't like developers.. and we don't like it either
Hi, did I miss you saying what the price point is compared to FSL and deacom?
How tall is that needle? Is it longer than the Libre 3? Thanks...As it's from China, one only hopes it doesn't 'leak' a virus into ones system...
I'm new to this, where is the best place on your arm/body. I see somewhere on the back of the arm, but is there any danger to pierce a muscle or sth?
So, would you say the freestyle libre 3 is the best at being accurate, i have tried the freestyle libre and I'm thinking about the freestyle libre 3 because it's fairly cheap at my local chemist, PS: for a second a really thought that you speak Chinese 😅😅😅
I am located in Australia and purchased this CGM on your recommendation. However, the mobile app is not functional in many countries and hence cannot be used. It is also very difficult to get a refund. Would not recommend the product. Hopefully others can be made aware too.
@TypeOneTalks
4 ай бұрын
I am so sorry to hear about the challenges you had. You should be able to download the app when you change your location in the appstore/playstore. This is quite common approach how to get around the geographical limitations when downloading apps in general. Obviously I can not support you in getting a refund but I would recommend following up with the company and not give up. Good luck!
Any chance we can extend the ofe of these sensors/transmitters by changing the battery and retagging them?
So I bought ne libra 3 monitor which comes only with one sensor . Where can I order more ? I feel confused, help
Can glimp be used on iPhone with sibionics? as i cannot downlaod official app.
So you're comfortable with a Chinese app on your phone? (not to mention a Chinese gadget in your arm)
@ighfirlee
11 ай бұрын
its jist fear mongering by the US media/government.
Apple is working on a cgm. Could you do a video on that. Thank you
Can it connect directly to an apple watch cellular without a phone and give notifications to caregivers?
What is the cost of sibionics CGM ? Does it measure for 14 days?
Just a bit disappointed, the sibionics is not covered by my insurance (Anthem USA) and the price on the website for a month is more than my insurance pays. Thanks for the tip. I really like your channel, I am a type 2 insulin lantus/humalog user.
how much after free trial?
I've had it on for over a week now, and I have to admit, I'm not impressed. It consistently reads 1-3mmol/l lower than my Dexcom and blood glucose meter. I've used both the Libre 2 and now the Dexcom G6, and I've never had issues with them; they are very accurate. However, this one is simply too imprecise for me to trust. Last night, it said I was at 3 mmol/l when I was actually at 6.5 mmol/l.
@havencat9337
9 ай бұрын
i got a feeling Libre 2 its really not accurate, i tried both and Libre was the worse one in the send the variations where very big. but that is me...
@npc1172
7 ай бұрын
@havencat9337 they're not they suck.
Do you know how I can obtain a CGM without being diabetic? I want to create an application using glycemic data from these patches.
Can you share your info with your endocrinologist and diabetes care team without having to see them personally? (I.e. sending data electronically from your device to their computer)
@CGM-China
8 ай бұрын
可以分享,但是需要使用WECHAT 的功能,很多国家不能注册WECHAT
The Dexcom G6 CGM has a separate transmitter that sits on top of the sensor. The Dexcom G7 has the transmitter built in... So I ask the question... does this Sibionics device also have the transmitter built in ??
Hi Tom, greetings from Costa Rica, looks like the free trial is not available anymore. And looks like the product is not authorized for use here either. We are stuck with the obsolete Freestyle 2 here, even a VPN did not allow me to use the freestyle app. 😒
Nice, can I sync to Google Fit or Samsung Health?
Did you try Medtrum CGM? They offer it here in Cyprus through the National Health System and I would like a proper review! Thanks🌞
Hi people, how you deal with sensor placement scars? all my skin is in red marks for months after remove the sensor 😢😢
I have never used a CGM in the past and joined for 2 free units by Sibionics .. I am at the end of the first sensor's 14days and really dont think its worth wearing the second.. To give you an example why, its been couple of days now I should have died from hypoglycemia !! Constant measurements under 70 or even 60 even while I've been eating .. or, measuring 65 when BGM measures 130-140 or over even.. the slower than BGM response is understandable but getting notices you have hypoglycemia when you are at normal levels and with a big difference is very sad.. on the other hand, I consider placing the second sensor, perhaps the first one was not placed correctly (I dont think so!) or, it was faulty(?).. if it was faulty though, I have been carrying it for 14 days for nothing :(
how does it work with someone that take blood thinner like warfarin or coumadin?