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| About - OneTouch UltraSmart |
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The OneTouch UltraSmart is part of the blood glucose meter test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, blood glucose meter models like the UltraSmart are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.
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| Features & Specs - OneTouch UltraSmart | |
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Multi-test strip cartridge |
No |
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Displays averages |
Yes |
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Sets strip code automatically |
No |
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Greater than 5 second test time |
No |
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Can download memory to PC |
Yes |
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Memory of 360 readings or more |
Yes |
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Date and time stamp |
Yes |
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Meal markers |
Yes |
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Can convert mg/dL to mmol/L |
No |
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(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
The right one for me
2/22/2013
Pros
AAA batteries
Excellent For Type 1
Medications Button
Other Useful Features
Cons
Not Being Made Any More
Best Uses
Multiple Daily Testing
Comment:
I have recently gone back to the UltraSmart after testing several other meters. It is disheartening to learn that Lifescan has stopped making the meter altho it continues to service the U/S. Consumer demand is a prime factor in the company's decision. However, the Nano, Contour, and others that I have checked do not have the medications (insulin) feature which is vital to the Type 1.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
(8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)
Great For Extra Data
8/16/2012
Pros
Accurate readings
Entry of Medical Status
Extra Data entry if need
Illumination capable
Meal Intake at Reading
Medicine Entry at Reading
Reading in 5 seconds
Warnings to check ketones
Cons
Cost of meter
Cost of Strips
Larger blood sample
Best Uses
Computer Data
For Extra Data
Insulin Dependents
Swinging Glucose Readings
Comment:
I obtained this meter when first diagnosed with diabetes 5 years ago. The Ultrasmart unit was rated high in accuracy, which I needed the most. My levels would swing from 95-400 in just a day or two so I needed to track my activities, meals, time of day, health conditions, etc...to try and understand what made my body react the way it did. When extra data is needed, in order to try an find out why the glucose levels swing like they do, this is a more helpful tool than just a general meter unless one keeps a detailed diary. One cannot enter specific food items, but one can enter before or after meals or medicine intake.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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