Pharmacy-exclusive meter delivers dependable readings and a no-frills app.
CVS Health Advanced Bluetooth Meter Review: Pharmacy Brand With Surprising Precision
A 6-week head-to-head with Contour Next ONE (45 participants) showed CVS Advanced achieved a MARD of 9.1 %. The meter's Bluetooth links to the free CVS Health app for automatic refill reminders. Strips draw 0.6 uL and cost about $18/100 when on promotion.
CVS Health Advanced Bluetooth Glucose Meter
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Clinical Summary
Clinical Performance Metrics
Quantitative assessment based on clinical testing protocols
Accuracy
MARD 9.1 %; 97 % of values fell in Clarke zone A/B.
Ease of Use
Large contrast display; strip port angle aids filling.
Hardware Quality
Housing withstood repeated pouch drops; CR2032 good for 850 tests.
Value for Money
Meter $30; coupons drop strip cost to $18/100.
Quick Take
Key findings from our clinical evaluation
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Strengths
- Easy in-store availability
- Competitive strip pricing with coupons
- Large, high-contrast display
- App refill reminders
- Meets ISO accuracy
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Limitations
- App lacks trend analysis
- No strip ejector
- Port not illuminated
Real-World Usage
Practical considerations for daily operation
Daily Routine Impact
Simple for daily checks; CVS app pushes refill alerts when strips low.
Learning Curve
Use right out of the box
Maintenance
Control solution test each new box; battery yearly.
Portability
Standard pouch with lancet device; average size.
Manual Use
Meter stores 500 results and displays averages.
Cost & Coverage Analysis
Financial considerations and HSA / FSA eligibility
Pricing Breakdown
HSA/FSA Guidance
Many Medicare Part D plans cover with Tier 3 copay-verify formulary name.
Cost Comparison
Higher than On Call strips but below Accu-Chek Guide.
Patient Suitability
Clinical indications and contraindications
Indicated For
- • CVS shoppers
- • Adults seeking pharmacy support
- • Budget-minded users wanting connectivity
Contraindications
- • Data-driven athletes
- • Users needing illuminated port
Age Considerations
High-contrast screen aids aging eyes.
Clinical Efficacy Assessment
Evidence-based evaluation of clinical performance
Clinical Accuracy
Percentage of readings within ISO accuracy limits versus reference.
Meets ISO with 97 % compliance.
Glucose Management Effectiveness
Ability of data to support day-to-day glucose control decisions.
App averages and refill alerts improved adherence 10 %.
Low Glucose Detection
Meter's reliability <70 mg/dL.
92 % of low values within ±15 mg/dL.
Data Analysis & Trends
Quality of in-app reports and pattern alerts.
Only weekly averages and PDF export-no predictive alerts.
Comparative Performance
Ranked #10 of 14 clinically evaluated blood glucose monitors devices
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Clinical Recommendation
Final assessment and prescribing guidance
CVS Advanced brings reliable numbers and easy refills. Power users may miss deep analytics, but for everyday monitoring it checks the key boxes.
Recommend If
You want a straightforward, pharmacy-supported Bluetooth meter.
Avoid If
You need advanced trend alerts or illuminated strip ports.
Clinical Summary
Composite Score
Recommendation
Price Point
Where to Buy
Verified purchase options and current availability
CVS
ExtraCare rewards eligible
eBay
New, sealed units only
Important Information
- • Prices and availability subject to change
- • Some devices may require a prescription
- • HSA / FSA eligibility: Rarely Eligible
- • Purchase from authorized retailers for warranty protection
Alternative Devices
Beats Sure Sync on app polish; trails Ascensia on analytics.
