The selection of an insulin pump is a very personal thing, people have different needs & preferences, and there is no right choice to suit everyone. Look at what is available and make the choice that is right for you. Ask your diabetologist, Diabetes Nurse Educator or other pump users for advice. An insulin pump support group is an excellent place to get information but the ultimate decision is yours.

There has been a lack of good solid information to assist potential pumpers in making a choice of pump. This is information that I have obtained, it is generally reliable though I cannot guarantee that there have not been changes. I would appreciate the assistance of pumpers as they get new information to help keep these pages current. Please E-Mail errors, changes or your experience to diabetes@diabetesclinic.ca

All current model pumps have several programmable basal rates, temporary basal rates, ability to suspend delivery and some form of bolus calculator. They are all solid and reliable with at least 4 year warranty. Sometimes the warranty can be extended to 5 years but there is no guarantee after that so the pump needs to be written off over 5 years. Most insurance programs as well as the Ontario ADP program will consider pump replacement after 5 years. I strongly suggest negotiating for or purchasing additional warranty or extended service plans. Prices are competitive and are generally similar though some discounting may occur at certain times.

MiniMed Paradigm Veo
	Sold By: Medtronic 1-866-444-4649 Web Site: www.minimed.ca Warranty: 4 years (standard warranty)
Ontario ADP Approved Supplier	Yes
Size (cm)	5.1 x 8.3 x 2.0
Weight (with battery and full reservoir)	3.53 oz (554 Model); 3.81 (754 Model)
Battery	1 AAA alkaline battery (lasts 5-6 weeks)
Glucose Monitor	Bayer Contour Link Monitor comes with the pump and reports glucose results wirelessly to the pump. Glucose Sensor and Mini Transmitter available with rechargeable battery for continuous glucose monitoring.
Glucose Monitor:	None
Reservoir size	176 units for model 554; 300 units for model 754
Basal range	0.025 to 35 units per hour; 0.025 unit increments
Bolus range	0.025 unit increments, up to a max bolus dose of 75 units
Basal profiles	3
Supplies	Can be ordered online through www.minimed.ca. Supplies will be delivered within 3 days after order placement.
Previous Experience	Long history of pump manufacture and development, Model 508, 511, 512, 522. Many pumps still in service after 10 years.
Upgrade Policy	Individuals on old Medtronic pump models can upgrade to the Medtronic Veo for a fee of 1500$ and transfer the warranty from their previous pump over to the Veo. For example, if an individual with an older Medtronic pump model has 3 years left on their standard 4 year warranty and wishes to switch to the Veo, the person must pay 1500$ and they will receive a 3 year warranty on the Veo. Individuals with Medtronic pumps which are no longer covered under the standard 4 year warranty can still upgrade to the Veo for 1500$; however, they will have no remaining warranty on their new pump.
Comments	The 554 and 754 Veo pump models are essentially the same, other than differences in reservoir capacities.

One Touch Ping
	Sold By: Animas Canada (Division of Johnson & Johnson) 1- 866-406-4844 Web Site: www.animas.ca  (web site under construction) Warranty: 4 years (standard warranty) List price: $6995
Ontario ADP Approved Supplier	Yes
Size (cm)	Pump: 5.08 x 8.26 x 2.16 Meter remote: 9.7 x 6.2 x 2.8
Weight (with battery and full reservoir)	Pump: 3.9 oz Meter Remote: 3.88 oz
Battery	Pump:1 AA lithium (lasts 4-6 weeks) or 1 AA alkaline (lasts 2-4 weeks) Meter remote: 2 AAA alkaline
Glucose Monitor	Built-in One Touch Ultra glucose monitor. No continuous glucose monitoring.
Colors:	Blue, silver, black, pink, green
Infusion sets	Compatible with all standard, Luer-lock connectors.
Reservoir size	200 units
Basal range	0.025 to 35 units per hour; 0.025 unit increments
Bolus range	0.05 unit increments, up to a maximum bolus dose of 35 units
Basal profiles	3
Supplies	Pump supplies can be ordered though Animas by calling 1-866-406-4844, Monday to Friday, 8:30a.m. - 5:00p.m. EST
Previous Experience	Long history of pump manufacture and development, Model 508, 511, 512, 522. Many pumps still in service after 10 years.
Upgrade Policy	You can upgrade your old Animas pump to a Ping through their ezAccess Program. You pay different prices depending on which old pump you have. Contact Animas Canada for further information on this program 1-866-406-4844.
Comments	Insulin can be dosed directly from the pump, or wirelessly from the meter remote. Meter remote controls the pump at a distance of up to 10 feet away. The pump is waterproof in up to 12 ft of water for 24 hours; the meter remote is not waterproof.

Accu-chek Combo
	Sold by: Roche Diagnostics 1-800-688-4578 Web Site: www.accu-chek.ca Warranty: 4 years (standard warranty) List price:
Ontario ADP Approved Supplier	Yes
Size (cm)	8.25 x 5.6 x 2.1
Weight (with battery and full reservoir)	3.9 oz
Battery	1 AA alkaline battery (lasts 2-4 weeks) or 1 AA lithium battery (lasts 4-7 weeks)
Glucose Monitor	Built-in Accu-chek Aviva glucose monitor. No continuous glucose monitoring.
Infusion sets	Compatible with all standard, Luer-lock connectors.
Reservoir size	315 units
Basal range	0.05 to 50 units per hour; adjustable in 0.01, 0.05 and 0.1 unit increments.
Bolus range	Adjustable in increments of 0.1, 0.2, 0.5, 1.0 and 2.0; maximum bolus dose is 50 units
Basal profiles	5
Supplies	Supplies can be ordered directly through Accu-chek at 1-800-363-7949 (Monday-Friday, 8am to 8pm). Supplies are also available through some pharmacies. Call your pharmacy to find out if they carry supplies for the Accu-chek Combo insulin pump. Supplies can also be ordered through Diabetes Express at 1-866-418-3392 or Diabetes Depot at 1-888-678-8887. See www.diabetesexpress.ca and www.diabetesdepot.ca information.
Previous Experience	Distributed by Disetronic Medical Systems Inc., a member of the Roche Group. They have been distributing the ACCU-CHEK Spirit insulin pump system since 2006 and, prior to that, were the distributors of the Disetronic H-TRON, H-TRONplus, D-TRON and D-TRONplus insulin pumps.ars.
Upgrade Policy	There is an upgrade program available for individuals on older insulin pumps wishing to switch to the Accu-chek Combo. Call Accu-chek Customer Support at1-800-363-7949 for information on how to upgrade your current pump to the Combo.
Comments	Insulin delivery can be done directly from the pump, or from the Aviva “smart meter”. The smart meter uses Bluetooth technology to control the pump at a distance of up to 6.5 ft away.

OmniPod
	Sold by: Insulet Corporation and GlaxoSmithsKline 1-855-763-4636 Web Site: www.myomnipod.ca Price: PDM Wireless Controller: $6300 Pods: $30 each (last 3 days, monthly supply cost: $300)
Ontario ADP Approved Supplier	Yes
Size (cm)	Pod: 4.1 x 6.1 x 1.8 Personal Diabetes Manager (PDM): 6.4 x 11.4 x 2.5
Weight (with battery and full reservoir)	Pod: 1.2 ounces PDM: 4.4 oz
Battery	Pod: integrated battery PDM: 2 AAA batteries
Glucose Monitor	Built-in Freestyle Glucose meter. No continuous glucose monitoring.
Infusion sets	No infusion sets required. The Pod includes a built-in infusion set, cannula and automated inserter for completely tubeless insulin delivery.
Reservoir size	Built in reservoir, holds 200 units
Basal range	0.05 to 30 units per hour; 0.05 unit increments
Bolus range	0.05 to 30 units, 0.05, 0.1, 0.5 or 1 unit increments.
Basal profiles	7
Supplies	Replacement pods are ordered through OmniPod Customer Care: 1-855-POD-INFO (1-855-763-4636.
Upgrade Policy	Details to be announced.
Comments	The Pod should be replaced every 3 days. The Pod is waterproof up to 8 ft deep, however; the PDM is not waterproof.