Dexcom G6

Glucose readings for Dexcom G6 users

Dexcom G6 is a medical app for people using the Dexcom G6 or G6 Pro continuous glucose monitoring system. It displays glucose readings and trends on a compatible phone, with new readings provided every five minutes. It is not a standalone glucose monitor: you need the relevant Dexcom system to use it.

Trends and alerts

The app can alert you when glucose is high or low, or when it is changing quickly. Alert settings can be tailored, including a separate schedule for different parts of the day. Some alerts can sound even when the phone is muted or in Do Not Disturb mode; the app indicates whether alerts are set to sound. Certain safety alerts cannot be silenced.

Dexcom says the G6 system can be used for diabetes treatment decisions without routine fingerstick calibration. If symptoms do not match the sensor reading, fingersticks are still needed for treatment decisions.

Sharing and quick access

With the G6 system, users can share glucose data with up to ten followers, who view it through the Dexcom Follow app. Sharing requires an internet connection. The app also supports a lock-screen glance at glucose data, Health Connect access for retrospective data sharing, and viewing alerts on a Wear OS watch. Availability of some features differs for G6 Pro.

Listing details

Published by Dexcom in the Medical category, the app has 1,000,000+ installs. Its rating is 2.9 out of 5 from 14,181 ratings. As a tool tied to a specific monitoring system, it is most relevant to people already using Dexcom G6 or G6 Pro and should be considered alongside their care guidance.