This is a fairly basic unit offered by LifeScan. It required coding, but supplies test results within 5 seconds with a minimal blood sample. It is highly regarded by physicians and often recommended for its accuracy and ease of use.
The role of a blood glucose meter is to not simply track test results, but provide information that can alter the immediate way you manage your diabetes. The OneTouch Select Glucose Meter makes this extremely possible.
- Statistics
Three buttons (up, down and OK) allow you to access all menu items - Set up is made simple through a highly illustrative set up guide that comes with the unit and can also be accessed online
- Easy battery replacement
- Unit can be tested for accuracy
- Uses just a speck of blood
- Accurate results in 5 seconds
- 350-test memory
- Automatic 30-, 14- and 7-day averages
- Alternate site testing includes fingertip, forearm or palm
- Test strips are covered at the lowest co-pay by more health plans than any other test strip
- Three year warranty
- English or Spanish language options (Source: Lifescan.com)
Pros
A simple interface allows users to enjoy the benefits of a comprehensive diabetic glucose meter in a basic handheld design. Nothing looks of acts overly complicated here. Simple blue, white and black make up the color scheme of a somewhat unassuming device. In fact it may look a little bit like a cell phone. The testing is easy using one of the least invasive and easy to use lancets available. Many health insurance companies readily accept the purchase of a OneTouch Select Glucose Meter as part of their health insurance plan. A low co-pay for test strips makes it possible to see extensive savings in relation to ongoing testing.
Cons
Honestly there isn’t a lot to complain about in relation to this device. The battery door is easy to remove for battery replacement. Perhaps the biggest concern might be in relation to what you need the device to do. If it is simply providing your most current data this may be more meter than you need. If you require complex graphing and tracking of data it might not be enough.
Bottom Line
The LifeScan site suggests, “OneTouch® Blood Glucose Meters are accurate, convenient and can make blood glucose testing less painful. That’s because we listen to customers and use this information to improve our products so people with diabetes can live a life without limits. In fact, OneTouch is the number one recommended brand by health care professionals. Whether you just need a test result, or you need more information to help you manage your diabetes, there’s a OneTouch Blood Glucose Monitoring System that’s right for you.”
While the above is obviously written in a tone that suggests advertising the OneTouch Select Glucose Meter remains one of the preferred meters of physicians who work with diabetics. There are many choices in meters, but the One Touch Select Glucose Meter blends style with comfort and accuracy to provide a combination that is satisfying to most users.
