Omnipod 5: Exploring the Features and Benefits of Automated Insulin De

*Disclaimer: All content and information in this blog is for informational and educational purposes only. This article was medically reviewed by Amanda Ciprich, MS, RD on 3/20/24.

Omnipod 5 is is the first automated insulin delivery system that is completely tubeless. Keep reading to learn more about the features and benefits of Omnipod 5.

What are the new Omnipod 5 features?

In comparison to the Omnipod DASH, Omnipod 5 is the first tubeless automated insulin delivery system. It has a CGM integration to protect against high and low blood sugar levels by utilizing an algorithm called SmartAdjust Technology to automatically increase, decrease or pause insulin delivery every 5 minutes based on personalized target glucose and 60-minute predicted glucose level.

How does Omnipod 5 work?

Omnipod 5 is a tubeless automated insulin delivery system. Every 5 minutes the system will automatically increase, decrease or pause insulin delivery based on readings from a compatible CGM system. It includes the tubeless Omnipod 5 pod, the Omnipod 5 App, and a compatible CGM system. The Omnipod 5 Pod can be worn almost anywhere insulin is injected with each Pod lasting up to 3 days.

What are the features of Omnipod 5?

Target Glucose: Target glucose can be set to 110, 120, 130, 140 or 150 mg/dL.
Approved Age: Ages 2 years and older
Activity Settings: Changes target glucose to 150 mg/dL and reduces automated insulin delivery for duration specified, 1-24 hours.
Automated Correction Boluses: No automated correction boluses.
Automated Basal Adjustments: Adaptive basal is calculated from total daily dose, which is updated with every Pod change. Adaptive Basal is adjusted every 5 minutes based on predicted glucose levels 60 minutes into the future, aiming for programmed target glucose level.
Compatible CGM: Dexcom G6 with future compatibility for Dexcom G7 and Freestyle Libre 2 Plus
Waterproof: Yes
Tubing: Tubeless

What are the benefits of Omnipod 5?

More time in range: A study from 2021, showed improved time in range by 3.7 hours per day in children and 2.2 hours per day in adolescents and adults without increasing hypoglycemia episodes.
Lower A1C: The same study showed a reduction in A1C of 0.71% in children and 0.38% in adolescents and adults.
User Adapted: Omnipod 5 adapts with every Pod change to meet your unique insulin needs and adjusts insulin using a customized Target Glucose, not a range.

What CGM is compatible with Omnipod 5?

At the time of this article, Omnipod 5 is compatible with Dexcom G6. Insulet, manufacturer of Omnipod 5, currently has a limited release of compatible Omnipod 5 with Dexcom G7 with hopes of a public launch later in 2024. They also intend to incorporate compatibility with Freestyle Libre 2 Plus in the future, although specific release dates have yet to be announced

How much does Omnipod 5 cost?

The price of Omnipod 5 may differ for each individual depending on their insurance plan. Omnipod 5 offers a month-to-month commitment, no more long-term commitments. Additionally, a financial assistance program is available for uninsured individuals with diabetes or those whose insurance does not cover Omnipod 5 or cannot afford their insurance out-of-pocket costs. Eligibility and out-of-pocket costs may vary.