libre reader

Hi I'm considering purchasing a libre glucose monitor. Can anyone tell me whether the app alone is adequate or whether I have to have the reader as well? I only ask as cost is a consideration. TIA Trish

I have been on Libre for more than 4 years now with varying success. My last 4 sensors have been reading 2.5-3 mmol/l below my bg results 10min prior. I presume it's been like this for a while as my HbA1c came in around 2.5-3 above my Libreview predicted HbA1c Has anyone else experienced...

Abbott have just emailed me to offer me a "free" Libre Reader if I buy at least one sensor @ £57.95. Since I can buy sensors from Superdrug @£35, if I order one sensor from Abbott the reader will be costing me £22.95. I already bought a smartphone which is NFC capable, should I go for the Reader...