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Which insulin pump is right for you (or your loved one)? It’s a extremely personal decision. while you should lean heavily on your medical team before making a choice, it’s also a great idea to explore the opinions of other individuals with diabetes. To help, we asked our community and social media followers what they thought.

First, here’s a quick rundown on some of the most popular versions of insulin pumps among Diabetes Daily readers:

Omnipod Dash – This deserves special mention as the only tubeless pump at the moment available. The Omnipod should be especially popular with anyone active, with children, and with anyone that has ever got an insulin pump tube caught on a door handle. It’s also waterproof. The pump itself doesn’t have buttons – it’s operated with the use of a Personal Diabetes Manager app on a smartphone, which can also integrate with the Dexcom CGM.

The Omnipod is probably the most beloved pump in our community. Here’s some of what we heard:

“No tubes! I’m tube-free, and I do the DYI looping which I believe the Omnipod is best for.” – Ryan C.

“Omnipod is waterproof, tubeless, works with DYI looping, and delivers a .05 unit bolus. I don’t listen many emergency stories of kinked cannula situations with Omnipod either. But that may be just me.” – Laci B.

“My 12 year old chose Omnipod because there are no tubes. It has been an absolute blessing for her.” – Melanie D.

“Like others, I really like a lot Omnipod because its tubeless and its ability to loop. Diabetes made easy! I also really like a lot to paint them!”- Cindy S.

“Omnipod for me. Waterproof and no tubes.” – Jennie B.

“My son and I both loop with Omnipod. It’s been a game-changer.” – Kerry L.

“I loop with Omnipod now. I previously used Medtronic 670G. I had a lot of disorders with the automode so switched to Omnipod and looping. Have never looked back!”

“I didn’t care for the Medtronic 670G. Tandem is great if you like tubing, but looping with Omnipod is my Cadillac!” – Tammy R.

Tandem’s t:slim X2 – This is the smallest pump available (38% smaller according to Tandem), which is reason enough to think about it seriously. For a device that contains tubing, this seems to be the most sophisticated choice. It has a user-friendly touchscreen and integrates with Dexcom.

If you have a Dexcom CGM, you can also use the t:slim X2 to create a loop by utilizing Tandem’s Control-IQ technology, which automatically adjusts your insulin delivery in response to blood sugar levels. It will even deliver correction boluses for hyperglycemia.

The t:slim X2 was the most popular tubed insulin pump:

“I like t:slim, it is smaller, rechargeable, and I like the display. I use the extended bolus option to deal with protein. I also like the IOB display which has saved me a few times from overdosing and stacking. And I love the Dexcom connectivity with my pump!” – Jane M.

“I love Tandem t:slim because of the tubes. The tubes allow me to not have a contraption attached to me at all time. Gives me more infusion site options and allows me to disconnect for shower and other adult activities. Also, the Dexcom integration is fantastic. Tubes aren’t a big deal at all. ”- Matt N.

“I am currently using Tandem and I like it. Ominpod had a lot of issues for me and doesn’t offer cannula choices. That is something to think about.” – Bridget K.

“I use Tandem now. I am getting used to it after using Medtronic for 27 years prior… I decided to switch since nothing was new with the latest Medtronic model.” – Cathy K.

“Tandem! It has the best technology, links with Dexcom, and there were just too many cons with the Omnipod for me.” – Linsey G.

“I used Medtronic for about 30 years and switched about 6 years ago to t:slim with the Dexcom, and this has been the best decision I ever made.” – Susan D.

“Everyone seems to like tubeless but there is no way I could keep track of the PDM, I love the t:slim being attached. The t:slim/Dexcom combo is incredible, life-changing. I never really minded checking my blood sugar but not having to is awesome! I love Control-IQ.” – Stacy N.

Medtronic Minimed System – Medtronic has been making insulin pumps longer than anyone, and many people with diabetes have relied on the business’ products. They have two models out now – the 630G and the 770G. The 630G is an older model, and while it doesn’t have many automation features, it is fully approved for patients with type 2 diabetes. The 770G has multiple levels of automation, including an automobile Mode that continually shifts basal insulin dosage in response to CGM readings.

It might be surprising, but few of our community members are using a Medtronic pump right now. Maybe that’s because they integrate with the Medtronic Guardian CGM, which gets pretty bad reviews. Most mentions of Medtronic were from people that have moved on to other models.

One community member currently using Medtronic sounds like he might be making a switch too:

“I use Medtronic and have used it since going on a pump about 13 years ago. I haven’t had any big issues to make me switch but I am tempted to see if the grass is greener with a Tandem/Dexcom setup.” – Dan B.

Finally, the My Life YpsoPump – I hadn’t heard of this pump until I started getting our community’s feedback for this article. While it doesn’t appear to be available in the United States just yet, it’s been approved in Canada and Europe, and the company does have plans to enter the American market. YpsoPump boasts a lightweight device, Dexcom integration, and it sounds like people love its design.

“I use the YpsoPump, it’s small, light, and easy to use. It works with an app but if I don’t have my phone available I can still bolus and do some other things from it.” – Louise M.

“I have used the YpsoPump for four years and just renewed. Small, discreet, light, and integration with Dexcom being rolled out. Looping option is coming this year!” – Hanna B.

“My son went on the YpsoPump last year after being on injections. We chose this pump because of its tiny size and minimal waste. Those two things are still winning for us over the other pumps.” – Hanna S.

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