In addition to the cost of a monitor, check the cost of testing supplies that you will need for that monitor. Over time, the price of test strips or sensors, control solutions, and other supplies will prove more costly than the monitor itself. These added costs may influence your decision more than the cost of the monitor. You should also assess with health care professionals how many tests you will do a day and what your budget can cover. Ease of use.
Some monitors are easier to use than others.
Some require a smaller drop of blood than others. Some require fewer steps to operate. For example, most monitors do not require you to wipe or blot the blood or time the action. If possible, talk with others who use monitors before you make your purchase to find out the pluses and minuses of various models. Remember that most monitor manufacturers have toll-free numbers for customer questions.