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What are some of the differences between the FreeStyle LibreLink mobile app* and the FreeStyle Libre reader?

  • Sharing: Reports in the FreeStyle LibreLink mobile app* can be shared directly from your phone. You can connect the reader to a computer with a USB cable to upload data.
  • Viewing: The reader features a simple colour touchscreen. Graphs are displayed in more colour and higher resolution in the app.
  • Notes: You can add notes in the reader within 15 minutes of a glucose reading. The app allows you to add and view notes at any time in the Logbook.
  • Text to Speech: If enabled in the app, you can hear the glucose reading with the unit of measure and trend arrow direction after each scan.
  • Reports: The reader and the app use the same calculations to create glucose reports. Compared to the reader, reports in the app will have more colour, details and interactivity. The app can also display an estimate of your A1C, in addition to basic stats about your glucose history in the last 24 hours.
  • Reminders: The app allows you to easily set custom reminders, as well as an 8-hour timer that resets every time the sensor is scanned. App notifications on your phone must be enabled to see reminders.
  • Other: The reader has an insulin calculator and a port for test strips, so it can be used both for scanning sensors and for blood glucose readings.

 

* The FreeStyle LibreLink app and the FreeStyle Libre reader have similar but not identical features. A finger prick test using a blood glucose meter is required during times of rapidly changing glucose levels when interstitial fluid glucose levels may not accurately reflect blood glucose levels or if hypoglycemia or impending hypoglycemia is reported by the FreeStyle LibreLink app or when symptoms do not match the app readings. The FreeStyle Libre sensor communicates with the FreeStyle Libre reader that started it or the FreeStyle LibreLink app that started it. A sensor started by the FreeStyle Libre reader will also communicate with the FreeStyle LibreLink app. The FreeStyle LibreLink app is only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Please check the website for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Use of FreeStyle LibreLink requires registration with LibreView.

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IMPORTANT: The information provided is not intended to be used for medical diagnosis or treatment, or as a substitute for professional medical advice. Refer to package insert/label accompanying your product for detailed instructions and indications for use. FreeStyle and related brand marks are trademarks of Abbott in various jurisdictions. The FreeStyle Libre 2 flash glucose monitoring system is indicated for measuring interstitial fluid glucose levels in people aged 4 years and older with diabetes mellitus. Always read and follow the label/insert. The FreeStyle Libre flash glucose monitoring system is indicated for measuring interstitial fluid glucose levels in adults aged 18 years and older with diabetes mellitus. Always read and follow the label/insert.