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Stelo Cost & Plans 2026: Every Way to Buy It

Stelo is an over-the-counter glucose biosensor. This page explains which package, shipment, billing and commitment details to check when comparing an offer. Confirm the currently available purchase options and terms with Dexcom; the sensor’s FDA indication is separate from a particular purchase plan.

What's in the plan

Stelo supports up to 15-day wear with its own app and OTC indication. Check the current plan for sensor quantities and delivery terms. Dexcom Stelo is an over-the-counter device for people aged 2 years and older who do not use insulin, with caregiver supervision below 18. It is not intended for problematic hypoglycemia or dialysis and has no clinical high/low alarms. Platform enrollment may have narrower eligibility. Ask your plan administrator whether the specific purchase qualifies for HSA/FSA reimbursement. FDA clearance and OTC availability alone do not establish eligibility.

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Medical Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only. Stelo is not for people on insulin or at risk of severe hypoglycemia. Always consult your healthcare provider.

The three plans compared

Offer detail	What to check	Scope
Sensor quantity	Confirm the number of sensors in the selected offer	Up to 15-day wear per sensor under its instructions
Shipment and billing	Check current shipment dates, billing periods and renewal terms	Do not infer continuous coverage from a package name
Commitment	Check pause, cancellation and refund terms before purchase	This page does not establish a no-commitment or cancellation entitlement

Stelo supports up to 15-day wear per sensor under its instructions. Check Dexcom’s selected offer for the sensor quantity, shipment schedule, billing period and pause or cancellation terms. Maximum labeled wear does not establish continuous coverage or a particular plan entitlement.

Buy Stelo if — or skip it

Buy Stelo if

You want OTC access — no doctor visit, no prior authorization
You don't use insulin and aren't at risk of severe hypoglycemia
Your administrator has confirmed eligibility for HSA/FSA payment
You're tracking general wellness or metabolic health, not managing insulin dosing

Skip Stelo if

You use insulin — you need a prescription CGM like Dexcom G7 or FreeStyle Libre 3, often through insurance
You want a device your insurance may cover — Stelo is a self-pay OTC product
If you use insulin, discuss a device appropriate for your treatment with your healthcare professional and follow its current instructions.

For a closer look at the OTC alternative, see our Stelo vs Abbott Lingo comparison. To weigh the cost side by side, use the CGM cost calculator.

Paying with HSA/FSA

Ask your plan administrator whether the specific purchase qualifies for HSA/FSA reimbursement. FDA clearance and OTC availability alone do not establish eligibility. Coverage depends on the plan. Insulin treatment may meet one Medicare condition, but all applicable requirements still apply. Read the coverage guide →

Stelo vs the other OTC options

Device	Sensor wear	Published MARD
Abbott Lingo	14 days	8.1–10.7% (by glucose range; FDA K233655 decision summary)
Dexcom Stelo	Up to 15 days	7.3–9.1% (by wear period; FDA K234070)

Compare current app features, intended uses and study-specific figures without treating separate MARD studies as an accuracy ranking.

Frequently asked questions

How do I compare Stelo plans?

Dexcom sets Stelo plan prices and can change them. Plans differ in commitment and in how easily you can pause or cancel. Compare the plans on Dexcom's official Stelo store, then enter each plan's price and sensors per pack in the cost calculator for your period.

Does Stelo require a prescription?

Dexcom Stelo is an over-the-counter device for people aged 2 years and older who do not use insulin, with caregiver supervision below 18. It is not intended for problematic hypoglycemia or dialysis and has no clinical high/low alarms. Platform enrollment may have narrower eligibility.

Does insurance or Medicare cover Stelo?

Coverage depends on the exact device, plan, documentation and supplier. Medicare requires all applicable criteria, including diabetes, a prescription, training, FDA-consistent use, required visits and insulin treatment or documented problematic hypoglycemia. Ask your insurer and prescriber about your situation. Ask your plan administrator whether the specific purchase qualifies for HSA/FSA reimbursement. FDA clearance and OTC availability alone do not establish eligibility.

Can I pause or cancel the Stelo subscription?

Check Dexcom’s current pause, cancellation, renewal and commitment terms for the selected subscription. Compare its terms with the monitoring period you intend to purchase; this page does not rank a monthly or quarterly plan as lower risk.