Table 3 Performance comparison of the iGM and other CGM devices available in the global market.

From: Internet of Things enabled open source assisted real-time blood glucose monitoring framework

 

Mechanism

Targets

Advantages

Disadvantages

Costs

Versatility

iGM

Non-invasive NIR based.

Type 1 & 2 diabetes.

IoT based monitoring, battery life up to 6 months.

Real time data can be updated only with internet facility.

30 $

Wearable and wrist or earlobe based BG monitoring.

CGM- abbott diabetes care Ltd, UK31

Invasive-interstitial type.

Type 1 & 2 diabetes.

Measure interstitial glucose and stores 90 days of glucose data.

Separate sensor and reader. Expensive and 10-15 days’ battery life.

306 $

Attached to the body with separate display with WiFi connectivity.

One care meta sense32

Invasive-interstitial type.

Type 1 & 2 diabetes.

Self-activate the sensor.

Sensor backup for up to 14 days.

66 $

One touch activation and health coach through app

Ultrahuman M133

Invasive-interstitial type.

Type 1 & 2 diabetes.

Connects to aerobic activity.

Relaying glucose data to the app requires NFC connection.

303 $

Glucose-based meal score and optimization tips.