Ascensia Contour NEXT ONE Blood Glucose Monitoring System
- Within 8.4% of lab values at 100 mg/dL and above
- Bluetooth link to a free iOS or Android app
- 60 seconds to reapply blood to the same strip
- No coding needed before testing
- smartLight shows above, below or within target
- 2 AA batteries, included
- 5.3 ounces, 4.75 x 2.75 x 6.56 inches
Updated 20 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A connected meter that pairs accuracy backed by a published study with a phone app and a color range light. It assumes you will use a compatible phone, and the listing does not spell out kit contents.
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ASIN: B06W53ZLTKCategory: Blood Glucose Monitoring Meters
Overview
Ascensia makes the Contour NEXT ONE, a blood glucose meter that reads a fingertip sample on a test strip and sends results over Bluetooth to a free phone app. A smartLight indicator shows at a glance whether a reading falls above, below or within target.
Logging is the reason to buy: readings sync to the app automatically and build a history that also works with Apple Health. Without a compatible phone much of that is lost, and the listing never says how many strips or lancets come with it.
Who it's for
People testing several times a day and reviewing trends on a phone get the most from the app link. Those who never use apps lose the main feature and end up with a plain meter.
Pros and cons
- Automatic logging to a phone app
- Color light flags out-of-range readings
- Second-chance sampling saves strips
- No coding step before tests
- Strip and lancet count not listed
- App features need a compatible phone
- Accuracy figure comes from a maker-cited study
- Runs on cells that need replacing
Performance notes
Accuracy depends on getting enough blood on the strip, which is why second-chance sampling lets you add more to the same strip instead of discarding it. Removing the coding step cuts one source of user error, and the app's insight grows with how consistently readings sync.
Specifications
| Brand | Ascensia |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth Enabled | Seamlessly connect wireless system with free app via bluetooth technology |
| Easy To Use | Smartlight target range indicator immediately identifies if blood glucose readings are above, below or within target range for instant feedback |
| No Coding Technology | Easy to read results in seconds with one less step in testing and eliminates errors due to user miscoding |
| Proven Accuracy | The CONTOUR NEXT ONE is shown to deliver remarkable accuracy(1) within ±8.4% Of lab values* |
| Second-chance Sampling | Allows you to apply more blood to the test strip you are using within 60 seconds, which may help prevent wasting test strips and save money (2) |
Frequently asked questions
How do I change the batteries or look after the Contour NEXT ONE meter?
It takes 2 AA batteries, which are included. The listing gives no cleaning or battery steps and says to read the user guide before use, so follow that guide for care.
What happens if I do not put enough blood on a Contour NEXT ONE strip?
Second-chance sampling lets you apply more blood to the same strip within 60 seconds, which may help avoid wasting strips.
Does the Contour NEXT ONE need a phone to work?
The meter itself shows results and the smartLight range color. Automatic syncing and logging need the free app on a compatible iOS or Android device.
Is the Contour NEXT ONE a continuous glucose monitor?
No. It is a blood glucose meter that reads a fingertip sample on a test strip, with results synced to the app after testing.