When shopping for a meter, look for one that will best suit your own needs. Find one that is comfortable for you to use and easy to manage. For your convenience, choose a size that is easy to handle. If you have to take it to work or school each day you will want a size that is portable and easy to store. If purchasing for a child you will want to get a meter that is both easy for him or her to use and to read.

There are different features in diabetic meters. Some show a digital reading of the glucose level and some show a color change. If the numbers are hard for you to see, too small or too dim, the color graph may be more convenient. If you have arthritis or cannot see well, find one that is easy to manipulate or look for one that has audio capabilities. A good choice for someone with arthritis is the Bionime Rightest GM300 Blood Glucose Monitoring System. One important thing to look for is the simplicity of use. Many have simple procedures that are only two or three steps from start to finish. Others are more advanced and will speak to you. The Advocate and the Prodigy are excellent for vison impaired diabetics. The Advocate Duo meter has a blood pressure and glucose meter combind in one. This is a great choice for someone who is also checking their bood pressure on a regular basis.

Some new diabetic meters enable you to hook your meter to a computer to record readings. You can keep records and analyze them alone or with your doctor. There are some meters that store the last reading and others that contain enough memory to store hundreds of readings. Some diabetes monitoring devices give an instant reading while others require more time. You basically decide if you need one that is faster than others for your needs.

Find out what kind of batteries a device needs before purchasing it. Some batteries may be hard to find or expensive to replace. If English is not your first language you may be able to find a brand that offers other languages.

If you need any help choosing a meter or would like to know more information on a specific brand please call one of our customer service specialists at 877-241-9002 M-F 9am - 5pm EST. We want you to be aware of all your options before making the investment in your diabetes monitoring system.