Abbott Lingo
VS.
Dexcom G6
Quick Verdict
“Specs + reference evidence point to Dexcom G6 as the stronger insulin-safety workflow fit. Abbott Lingo can still be a better match when simpler onboarding matters more than alert depth. Current user-report tone: Dexcom G6 is mixed user reports, Abbott Lingo is mixed user reports.”
Key Differences
| Dimension | Abbott Lingo | Dexcom G6 |
|---|---|---|
| Use type | OTC | Prescription |
| Insulin-use fit | Low | High |
| Wear duration (days) | 14 | 10 |
| Warmup (minutes) | Varies / not emphasized | 120 |
| Calibration | none | none |
| Alert depth | limited | full |
| Discretion | High | Low |
| Community signal focus | accuracy, onboarding | accuracy |
| Community signal tone | mixed user reports | mixed user reports |
References
- 1.Lingo official siteofficial
- 2.Dexcom G6 product resourcesofficial
- 3.Reddit: Lingo comparison complaintscommunity
- 4.Reddit: CGM meal experimentation discussionscommunity
- 5.Reddit: Dexcom compression low patternscommunity
- 6.Reddit: CGM falling off patterns and fixes (r/diabetes_t2)community
- 7.Reddit: CGM falling off recent discussion (r/type2diabetes)community
Medical Disclaimer
This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making decisions about your diabetes management or CGM device selection.