Dexcom Stelo vs Ultrahuman
CGM Head-to-Head Comparison
Compare pricing, sensor technology, app features, and coaching support to find the best CGM for your goals
Quick Comparison Summary
Pricing & Plans Comparison
Dexcom Stelo
Ultrahuman
Sensor Technology
| Specification | Dexcom Stelo | Ultrahuman |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | Dexcom Stelo | Abbott Lingo |
| Accuracy (MARD) | 8.3% | N/A |
| Reading Frequency | Every 5 min | Every 1 min |
| Warm-up Time | 30 min | N/A |
| Wear Time | 15 days | 14 days |
| Water Resistance | 8ft/24hr | N/A |
App Features & Coaching
| Feature | Dexcom Stelo | Ultrahuman |
|---|---|---|
| Coaching Type | ✓ 1:1 Dietitian | Performance Coaches |
| Food Logging | Manual + AI photo logging | Manual logging |
| Scoring System | Time in range only | M1 Metabolic Score |
| App Integrations | Apple Health, Apple Watch, Oura Ring, Nutrisense, Heads Up Health | Apple Health, Oura, Garmin, Whoop |
| Prescription Required | Not required | Not required |
| HSA/FSA Eligible | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
Key Features
Dexcom Stelo
Best for: People wanting simple OTC CGM with AI insights and no coaching commitment
Key features: 24/7 tracking, trend alerts, glucose patterns, GenAI insights (Dec 2024), AI photo meal logging (July 2025), Clarity Clinic provider sharing
Not recommended for: Type 1 diabetes, insulin users
Ultrahuman
Best for: Performance-focused athletes wanting metabolic optimization with live coaching
Key features: Metabolic score, sleep correlation, workout optimization, fasting insights, glucose zones, 1000+ hrs masterclasses, Cyborg Army community
Not recommended for: Those on tight budget
Dexcom Stelo Details
2-week supply $55 (1 biosensor, no commitment). 1-month supply $99 one-time (2 biosensors). 1-month subscription $89 for 2 biosensors, but shipped every 27 days - about 13.5 cycles a year, so roughly $1,201/yr rather than 12 x $89. The cheapest true annual path is the 3-month subscription at $252 (list $297) for 6 biosensors every 87 days, about $1,057/yr, which Dexcom markets as 'starting at just $84/month'. All options now include 1:1 video calls with a dietitian. 15-day wear, OTC, no prescription.
Ultrahuman Details
Product changed:M2 Live launched in the US on 18 June 2026, built on Abbott's Lingo CGM, replacing the M1 product this row previously described. $99/month for 2 sensors (introductory pricing), or $129 for a single sensor one-time. NO PRESCRIPTION is required, unlike the earlier M1 which needed one. Bundled with Ultrahuman Premium and Jade AI insights. A one-year plan exists shipping 26 sensors in four batches every 10 weeks, but Ultrahuman does not publish its price, so the annual figure here is 12 x the monthly rate and is likely an overestimate.
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