 Recommended over the Breeze2. Edited to include rebate information Strengths: Smaller and lighter than the Breeze2, large screen size, requires smaller blood sample, retail kit comes with 10 free test strips, alternative site testing
Weaknesses: Can't use the test discs, annoying beep when you turn on the meter, Edit: Bayer may or may not honor your rebate (see below)
Summary: 2008-06-17 05:18:46 There are 2 glucose meters currently being made under the Ascensia brand. One is this, the Contour, and the other is the Breeze2. The Ascensia Contour comes with a meter, 10 test strips, control solution, quick reference guide and user guide, lancing device with alternate site endcap, adjustable endcap, and 10 lancets, record diary, carrying case, and warranty card.
The meter has a nicely updated design which is lighter and smaller than the Breeze2. It measures about 3" x 2.25" x 0.75". There are only 3 buttons on this meter, a menu button which also serves as the power button, and up and down selector buttons. When you turn it on, it makes a slightly annoying beep which doesn't seem to serve much purpose other than alert people around you that you're about to test your blood glucose. The meter retains the same large screen size (about 1.5" x 1.25") as found in the Breeze2. The unit requires a smaller test sample (0.6 ul) as compared to the Breeze2, and has a slightly larger memory (480 test result memory with 14 day average and 7 day high/low test results display). Results are available in just 5 seconds (depending which test strips you buy for the unit). Additionally, the included microlet lancet allows for alternate site testing on the forearm or palm. And, with the cost of test strips, the 10 sample test strips included in the retail kit is a nice bonus. The meter uses 2 CR2032 button cell batteries (comes installed in the unit).
The kit includes a black nylon carrying case that is padded and zips around 3 sides so that it opens like a book. The unit itself is backed by a 5-year limited warranty. If you send the warranty card in, you also get the option of choosing a free gift: 30 free lancets, a subscription to Diabetic Cooking magazine, or a coupon for test strips.
Overall I would recommend this unit over the Breeze2, for the smaller and lighter design and the smaller required blood sample. On the other hand, if you don't like handling test strips or like the secure feel of a larger & heavier unit, you may want to consider the Breeze2.
EDIT: If you are buying this unit expecting to receive their advertised $50 rebate, proceed with caution. This is the only glucose meter company with which I have had trouble receiving my rebate check.
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