# Best Over-the-Counter CGM: Stelo vs Lingo for Non-Diabetics

> Dexcom Stelo vs Abbott Lingo, the over-the-counter continuous glucose monitors: who they're for, apps and costs.

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- Author: Mike Moore (https://webofmike.com/about/)
- Published: 2026-11-03
- Last modified: 2026-11-03
- Tags: AI Life
- Cite as: Mike Moore, "Best Over-the-Counter CGM: Stelo vs Lingo for Non-Diabetics", Web of Mike (webofmike.com), 2026-11-03. https://webofmike.com/ai-life/health/blood-pressure-glucose/stelo-vs-lingo/


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Stelo (Dexcom) and Lingo (Abbott) are FDA-cleared over-the-counter glucose biosensors for adults who don't use insulin.

| | Dexcom Stelo | Abbott Lingo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Wear time | About 15 days per sensor | About 14 days per sensor |
| App focus | Glucose trends and patterns | Coaching on glucose spikes |
| Prescription | No | No |

Sources: [Stelo](https://www.stelo.com/), [Lingo](https://www.hellolingo.com/), [FDA clearance of Stelo](https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-clears-first-over-counter-continuous-glucose-monitor).

## Who it's for

Adults curious about how food and exercise affect glucose. Not for people who use insulin or need diabetes treatment decisions.

Not medical advice. Talk to a doctor about your own health. For diabetes, see the [American Diabetes Association](https://diabetes.org/).

More guides on the [Blood Pressure & Glucose hub](/ai-life/health/blood-pressure-glucose/).