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FreeStyle Libre systems are continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems that show how food, meals, and exercise can impact your glucose levels to help you make informed decisions and live with diabetes — on your terms.

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Real-time readings

without finger pricks¹⁰.

FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitoring systems (CGMs) are small wearable sensors that sends accurate minute-to-minute glucose readings to your reader with a simple scan. Knowing your glucose can help lower your A1c^27,47 over time.

Here’s how FreeStyle Libre systems can help you on your path to progress⁷.

The Libre sensor tracks your glucose levels, then sends data to your reader with a scan.

Apply easily^4,5

Apply the sensor painlessly to the back of your upper arm.

Gain insights

See your readings every minute and understand trends.

Take action

Make decisions knowing what impacts your glucose.

Get support

Share²⁵ data with your healthcare team.

See the impact of every meal, every workout, and every dose⁸.

Blood glucose monitors (BGMs) give you a snapshot of your glucose at a single moment. But a Libre CGM system continuously tracks your glucose for a complete picture¹⁷ of where it is, where it’s been, and where it’s going. So, you can make more confident choices⁷.

Discover more about the FreeStyle Libre 2 System.

The FreeStyle Libre 2 system is easy to use⁴ and offer excellent 15-day accuracy² and proven clinical outcomes^4,38,39.

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Libre 2 system

Designed to bring ease^4,20 and insight¹⁷ to glucose monitoring.

Know your glucose levels and where they’re headed with a quick scan of your reader⁸– no finger pricks¹⁰
Easily see patterns in your readings to learn how food, activity, and insulin impact your glucose
Optional real-time alarms¹⁸ help you know when to take action

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Compare ways to monitor your glucose.

Use our comparison chart to see how the Libre 2 CGM compares with a Libre CGM.

	FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus sensor Learn more	FreeStyle Libre sensor Learn more
How long can I wear it?	15 days	14 days
How small is it?	Roughly the size of a 5-peso coin²	Roughly the size of a 5-peso coin²
What age is eligible for use?	Age 2 and over	Age 4 and over
Can I connect it to compatible insulin pumps and smart insulin pens?	Yes, compatible insulin pumps	No
What alarms can I set?	Low/high glucose Signal loss	None
What is the Bluetooth range?	20 feet	N/A
How is sensor data sent?	Scan with FreeStyle Libre 2 reader	Scan with FreeStyle Libre reader
How long is data stored?	8 hours	8 hours

Take advantage of an added level of support.

Woman wearing a FreeStyle Libre sensor inside the clinic with her doctor showing the AGP report

Share insights so your provider can have your back with LibreView.

Securely¹⁹ share²⁶ your glucose data with your healthcare team to enable richer conversations^16,17.

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Learn from others who have been there.

“It gives me confidence and a stress-free lifestyle.”

Rossana smiling while showing her FSL sensor

“I get my glucose readings instantly.”

“I am able to monitor my glucose levels during odd hours of the morning, without having to get up and prick my finger every time.”

Vance smiling while showing her FSL system

“It gives your glucose data in just a second.”

“I’m discovering new technologies to manage my diabetes and this answers a lot of my questions.”

Mia G smiling while showing off her sensor

“It reduces the need for frequent blood sugar checks and alerts me when my sugars are out of my set range.”

“It's easy to use and is perfect for anyone who is dealing with insulin sensitivity and lows who is also active.”

“This technology is revelation for both your life and your health.”

What is FreeStyle Libre?

Real-time readings without finger pricks10.

Here’s how FreeStyle Libre systems can help you on your path to progress7.

See the impact of every meal, every workout, and every dose8.

Discover more about the FreeStyle Libre 2 System.

Libre 2 system

Compare ways to monitor your glucose.

Take advantage of an added level of support.

Share insights so your provider can have your back with LibreView.

Learn from others who have been there.

“I get my glucose readings instantly.”

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Rossana Unson’s Story

“Yay for #TeamFreeStyleLibre! It is SO EASY to check my glucose now! Goodbye to routine finger pricking!!! I just scan the sensor which I’ve placed on the back of my upper arm, and I get my glucose readings instantly.”

Eric Bergara's Story

"With FreeStyle Libre, I am able to monitor my glucose levels during odd hours of the morning, without having to get up and prick my finger every time, not a welcome thought when you have to wake yourself up from sleep and doing the “deed” while feeling drowsy and sleepy."

Vance Madrid's Story

"I’m discovering new technologies to manage my diabetes and this answers a lot of my questions. Abbott’s FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose Monitoring System can help a lot of diabetics to understand their condition and provide accurate data to medical professionals so they could diagnose better."

John Michael Bueno's Story

"I’m discovering new technologies to manage my diabetes and this answers a lot of my questions. Abbott’s FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose Monitoring System can help a lot of diabetics to understand their condition and provide accurate data to medical professionals so they could diagnose better."

Mia G's Story

“It has relieved the feeling of more needles during the day just to check sugar levels and has given my mind a break because I know the alarm system will alert me when my sugars are out of my set range.”

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Jenni's Story

“If you are thinking about making the switch, don't hesitate. This technology is revelation for both your life and your health. The level of information is astounding and you will not regret it.”

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Real-time readings

without finger pricks¹⁰.

Here’s how FreeStyle Libre systems can help you on your path to progress⁷.

See the impact of every meal, every workout, and every dose⁸.