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Abbott Libre Rio

Over-the-counter glucose system announced for adults with type 2 diabetes who do not use insulin.

Keep in mind FDA clearance is not proof of released sales. Lingo and Libre-family specifications are not substituted.

Dexcom Stelo

Over-the-counter upper-arm glucose biosensor shows trends for adults not on insulin.

Keep in mind Do not use for problematic hypoglycemia. Medical decisions require consultation with a qualified professional.

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Abbott Libre Rio versus Dexcom Stelo
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Abbott Libre Rio - Abbott photograph of FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor hardware. FDA's Libre Rio review confirms identical sensor hardware; this is not a Rio-branded kit or app photograph.
Biosensors & health · AbbottAbbott Libre RioAnnounced
Dexcom Stelo - Manufacturer product imagery; shown for product identification.
Biosensors & health · DexcomDexcom SteloReleased
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Price not verified
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No verified price in this audit.

$99 USD≈ €89 EURECB 2026-10-12US · Store price · Listed
1 offer records & sources
$99 USD≈ €89 EURECB 2026-10-12 US · Store price
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Dexcom

One-time purchase, two biosensors

Official displayed price; shipping destination, tax treatment and checkout not tested.Check merchant offer ↗Price source ↗ Checked 2026-10-12
Designed forOver-the-counter glucose system announced for adults with type 2 diabetes who do not use insulin. ↗Over-the-counter upper-arm glucose biosensor shows trends for adults not on insulin. ↗
Form factorContinuous glucose biosensor ↗Upper-arm CGM biosensor ↗
MeasurementInterstitial glucose monitoring ↗Continuous interstitial glucose ↗
Intended UsersAdults 18+ with type 2 diabetes, not using insulin ↗Adults 18+ not on insulin, without problematic hypoglycemia ↗
USRegulatoryFDA OTC iCGM clearance announced June 2024 ↗Not applicable to this category
InterfaceCGM system for glucose-pattern review ↗Stelo app for compatible smartphones ↗
Wear DurationNot verifiedUp to 15 days ↗
Vision correctionNot applicable to this categoryNo prescription required in the US ↗
Purpose ClassNot applicable to this categoryOTC integrated continuous glucose monitor ↗
AvailabilityOfficial 2024 clearance announcement confirmed; no current exact Libre Rio retail launch or price verified.Official product documentation checked. Country-specific fulfilment and checkout were not tested.
Important context
  • FDA clearance is not proof of released sales. Lingo and Libre-family specifications are not substituted.
  • Image is qualified shared FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor hardware based on the FDA identity finding. Exact Rio-branded packaging/app photograph and current released offer remain unverified.
  • Do not use for problematic hypoglycemia. Medical decisions require consultation with a qualified professional.
  • The official sensor-life study reports 77.9% lasting a full 15 days.
Editorial pick & releaseNo editorial ranking recordedNo editorial ranking recorded
EvidenceManufacturer source Checked 2026-10-13Manufacturer source Checked 2026-10-12

Battery claims use different conditions and are not a controlled benchmark. “Not verified” is an evidence gap, not a missing feature. Prices are dated regional snapshots. Deposits, bundles and historical launch prices are labelled. Brightness measurement methods and battery workloads vary by manufacturer.