ACCU-CHECK Compact Plus Meter

Switched from Bayer Contour meter to the Compact Plus due to cost of the Contour strips and my insurance covering the cost of the test strips. It is a bit noisy but works well.

The AccuChek Compact Plus is a good meter that is easy to use, but it is technologically behind the times (limited connectivity and data management options). I like how it is an all-in-one, self-contained unit, but it doesn't really live up to its name: it is by no means "compact".

was my first meter when i was diagnosed. motor went out and company sent me a new one overnight no questions asked were great to make sure i recieved the new one

easy to use

never know when you will run out of strips

this is the best meter that i have used so far. i like the fact that you can set a timer on it, to remind you to check your sugars.

drum test strips, no coding, lancet attatched to side of meter

Super product.

Great size, convenient, and easy to use.

Even though it is quick, you still have to prick your finger.

Awesome capabilities and size.

Quick and easy.

It should have been invented years ago.

Size, Time, and Accuracy.

I have tried a few meters and the Accu check compact is by far the best for me.I have a newer digital one and it lets me know How many I have left when the strips get low. I also love having the lancing device attached. It does come of but because I tend to loose them I leave it on the meter.

Small amount of blood. Quick reading. attached lancet device. Great,Great,Great!!!

None for me

Great meter. everything conveniently together and easy to use.

I've used this meter for 2-3 years and am very pleased. It is one of two that Medicare covers.

No need to load strips nor to code a new batch.

Never know when I am using the last strip.

This is the best meter I have ever tried.

No worrying about carrying around test strips, putting them in the machine. Just a push of a button and you are ready to go.

Don't always know before the test strips run out.

Another of my favorites. My #2 meter actually tied for #2 with my Ascencia contour. I love the drum, self coding, but it reads 20 points or so lower than my Aviva and I THINK(not positive) it's supposed to have plasma referenced results. My other meter the Aviva is not off, I have 3 of em and they all read within single digits of each other if i use the same blood sample. squeeeeeze…squeeze…squeeze…well not that hard more like pump.pump.pump

the one with the drum…17 strips. same cost as the aviva strips if have to buy OOP which i always do since I test 8-10x a day. HI-tech looking with the softclix attached and the yellow lit up numbers. Found it at walmart for 17 bucks…bought 2 for my collection. Consistent readings.

i dunno

This sounds like s good way of not having to carry alot of things with you and keeping track of your supplies made easy.

i like this meter. easy to use and carry. everything u need in one place.

the lancing device not my favorite

I just received this yesterday free of charge thru a deal with Healthnet/Roche. Such an improvement from old Advantage. I was all excited when it arrived. I like it very much.

It was free and included 3 drums plus lancets
Pen attached to meter, not separate
Large easy to read screen
Lancet does NOT hurt!
Just a tad of blood is required
The 17 strip drum is so convenient

It's a bit heavy in weight
Make some skins available, it is ugly
The lancets are still keep separate from the meter
How simple would it be to velcro a pouch on the side of the meter to hold lancets?

It's AWESOME. It's an all-in-one unit. I can test my blood sugar WHILE RUNNING to catch a bus. Seriously!

all-in-one

The color scheme leaves something to be desired.

I have been using this meter for about two years now.

Very easy to use.

None at this time.

i love this meter.it is so easy to use i love the drum and all.best meter i have used yet.

works well and fast.love the drum and the how its all one.

none.

I love this meter, Out of the 5 i have it is my favorite, i have the new black one with the yellow digital screen.

Really fast and really easy to use, no handling of the strips and no coding. easy to use the control solutions (which are replaced for free!)
The lancet device that can be detatched from the side of the meter is the best i've ever used. Lancets couldn't be easier to replaced… you dont even hae to touch the lancet to remove it, just take the cap off and push the button and the lancet falls out!

Also has a 7, 14 and 30 day average functions on there with the highest and lowest readings for the average period… really handy!

The motor in the machine to turn the drum can be a little loud in a quiet office… but that's my only complaint.

i just started this meter so i dont have no complains

all pro

no cons