FreeStyle Libre 2 | My Honest Review after 2 Years

I review FreeStyle Libre 2 CGM system and share my honest experience using this CGM system for over 2 years.

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0:00 My FreeStyle Libre 2 story
0:45 FreeStyle Libre 2 introduction
3:16 FreeStyle Libre 2 calibration
3:52 FreeStyle Libre 2 design and technical specs
4:39 How to make your sensor stick better
5:39 Compression low
6:07 Getting started with FreeStyle Libre 2
7:09 FreeStyle Libre 2 lifetime and duration
7:45 Removing the sensor
8:15 FreeStyle Libre 2 devices: mobile phone vs reader vs watch
10:25 FreeStyle Libre 2 alarms
13:18 FreeStyle Libre 2 accuracy
14:36 Cost of FreeStyle Libre 2 and how to save money (get free sensors)
15:36 FreeStyle Libre 2 availability and launch dates
15:56 My overall thoughts about FreeStyle Libre 2
16:50 FreeStyle Libre 2 vs Dexcom G6

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Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional and my videos are not medical advice. What works for me might not work for others. Please consult your medical professional regarding your diabetes treatment. Note that the content of this video was not discussed with or approved by Abbott. I just use and love their products and share my personal experience.

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[TypeOneTalks]

I realize these detailed review videos are very long. The reason is that I try to include as much information as possible to allow all of you fellow diabetics to have all the information you need to be able to decide if FreeStyle Libre 2 is a good fit for you. It takes a lot of time and energy to analyse every bit of the system but I love doing that. And I always want to improve so I would love to hear your feedback to see whether there is anything I can do better in my future review videos. Please let me know!

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[leonardstark]

Tom, you're fantastic! Your honesty along with the data you share are so helpful for a person who stumbles around looking for the answers to puzzling questions about my diabetes. Thank you so very much for your concern for us and just for sharing what you have experienced. You're the go to man. Fr. Lenny

[odub_]

I had no idea about the compression low readings, I was going crazy at night wondering why I was getting urgent low alarms when a finger prick was reading much higher. This video was amazingly informative, thanks so much!

[michelleschaefbuauer]

Thank you so much, Tom. Your information is so helpful and much appreciated as I start out on this new journey. I took advantage of your discount on the skin grip patches since my first sensor came off when I accidentally bumped my arm on the car door. I'm looking forward to following you to learn more as I get more comfortable with managing my diabetes. Thank you again for your time and expertise.

[jmacdonald]

I completely agree with what you said about the alarms only sounding once! There should be a function to have the alarms repeat at certain intervals.

[boatman]

Excellent intro to FreeStyle Libre 2! Everything you need to know but had nowhere to ask. I've been using the Libre 2 for 7 months and as Tom says it's been a real came changer for me! Just wish it had been available in 1971 when I was first diagnosed. One trick I've learned with the alarm feature is to set the low alarm 10 pts higher than the usual 70 mg/dl. This way if the bG starts dropping (which it does quite often as I am - very active out doors enthusiast) I find out in time to make a correction before I develop low bG rather than afterwards.

[patriciarucinski]

I never knew I could place the sensor on the underside of my arm! This has made a HUGE difference! It isn’t knocked off early by clothing and that area doesn’t hurt when applying a new sensor. Thank you!!!

[jerryneely]

Thank you Tom for all that you do. Took advantage of your Skin Grip promotion and they work great. Am a side sleeper and did put Libre sensor on inner tricep area. Works great for me.

[jamessherman]

Very helpful and thorough review. Much appreciated as our family is new to Libre 2.

[darceyderosa]

I’ve been afraid of using this, but now I feeling better about using it. Thank you for sharing your review

[leboonleboon]

Just ordered yesterday for my wife and I we are very excited. Your videos are awesome. You are terrific.

[jacobosebastian]

Thank you for your video! It helps me figure things out for my folks back at home!

[hue]

Thanks for the instructions. Just got the freestyle libre today. Almost as painless as you said.

[scodes]

Thanks for the detailed review. I am new to all of these and it is very informative for me.

[sarredwork]

After I lost a sensor taking off my tee shirt, I decided to try the chest mounting placement. I do like it there and my readings seem to be the same as on the arm. The winner here is that the sensor has to be pulled off instead of ready to fall off. Thanks for your time and tips.

[nichol]

Thank you so much for this series of videos - I'm starting my mom on this monitor as her memory is not the best and this has been exceptionally helpful!

[LauriLeeT]

great video - i'm seriously considering getting Freestyle - thank you for all of the information.

[jamesstatedowling]

Thanks for this detailed review. I was thinking of getting this for my parents but think the 3 when it comes out will be more beneficial but the alarms sound very must a winner.

[dvarions]

Thank you alot! My father is getting finally one and your videos are great help for me to understand how it all works. Greetings from Germany.

[reneshawn]

Hey Nice content. You are really a diligent and in a very short period of time you have done a really good job for all the diabetic community. If I talk about my experience I tried both 14 days sensor and Libre 2 but I never get accurate readings and Bluetooth stability was a question mark so I switched back to the 14 days sensor and to get alarms I started using Ambrosia's Nightrider. The reason behind it as it has more feature then libre 2. Readings are in range and easy to manage my diabetes