Abbott Lingo
VS.
Medtronic Guardian 4
Quick Verdict
“Specs + reference evidence point to Medtronic Guardian 4 as the stronger insulin-safety workflow fit. Abbott Lingo can still be a better match when simpler onboarding matters more than alert depth. Current user-report tone: Medtronic Guardian 4 is mixed user reports, Abbott Lingo is mixed user reports.”
Key Differences
| Dimension | Abbott Lingo | Medtronic Guardian 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Use type | OTC | Prescription |
| Insulin-use fit | Low | High |
| Wear duration (days) | 14 | 7 |
| Warmup (minutes) | Varies / not emphasized | Varies / not emphasized |
| Calibration | none | none |
| Alert depth | limited | full |
| Discretion | High | Medium |
| Community signal focus | accuracy, onboarding | signal, ecosystem |
| Community signal tone | mixed user reports | mixed user reports |
References
- 1.Lingo official siteofficial
- 2.Medtronic 780G + Guardian 4 calibration guidanceofficial
- 3.Reddit: Lingo comparison complaintscommunity
- 4.Reddit: CGM meal experimentation discussionscommunity
- 5.Reddit: Guardian 4 reliability complaintscommunity
- 6.Reddit: Guardian 4 positive in-range outcomescommunity
- 7.Reddit: CGM falling off patterns and fixes (r/diabetes_t2)community
- 8.Reddit: CGM falling off recent discussion (r/type2diabetes)community
Medical Disclaimer
This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making decisions about your diabetes management or CGM device selection.