# Omnipod algorithm **URL:** \ **Category:** T1D Tech & Daily Management Support\ **Created:** [July 19, 2022, 11:37pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/omnipod-algorithm/72106 "2022-07-19T23:37:57Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 10\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![wadawabbit](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/forum.breakthrought1d.org/wadawabbit/32/3890_2.png) [@wadawabbit](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/wadawabbit)\ **Post date:** [July 19, 2022, 11:37pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/omnipod-algorithm/72106/1 "2022-07-19T23:37:57Z")
My Tslim warranty is up in a few weeks, and as much as I love my Tandem with CIQ I’m thinking about trying the Omnipod 5 - since there’s no commitment I can switch back to Tandem, so this sounds like a good time to give pods a shot. I’m researching pros and cons, but my question is: does anyone know how the Omipod’s algorithm compares with Control IQ? In reading user reviews I’ve seen a few issues repeated and I wonder if they have to do with the background programming so I’ll know what I might need to prepare for. Keep it simple please 😀! Thanks. ---
**Author:** ![joe](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/forum.breakthrought1d.org/joe/32/2937_2.png) [@joe](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/joe)\ **Post date:** [July 20, 2022, 3:36pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/omnipod-algorithm/72106/2 "2022-07-20T15:36:17Z")
hi Dorie, I find this to be very informative link: [https://diabetesjournals.org/clinical/article/40/2/168/138902/Clinical-Implementation-of-the-Omnipod-5-Automated](https://diabetesjournals.org/clinical/article/40/2/168/138902/Clinical-Implementation-of-the-Omnipod-5-Automated) IMO it seems to be biased to the POD s well as it is a POD explanation, but does compare and describe the Medtronic and Tandem strategies in general terms. I am kind of right there with you, if I try something new, it’ll be pod5 but Im not going to use their stupid PDM. I’m waiting on phone support. =) but that’s just me. ---
**Author:** ![wadawabbit](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/forum.breakthrought1d.org/wadawabbit/32/3890_2.png) [@wadawabbit](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/wadawabbit)\ **Post date:** [July 20, 2022, 6:34pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/omnipod-algorithm/72106/3 "2022-07-20T18:34:12Z")
I would prefer to use my cell (iPhone) and keep the PDM.as a backup, but I’m okay with using the PDM of I have to. Thanks for the info! ---
**Author:** ![MFBarry](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/8e7dd6/32.png) [@MFBarry](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/MFBarry)\ **Post date:** [July 22, 2022, 1:38am UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/omnipod-algorithm/72106/4 "2022-07-22T01:38:09Z")
@joe Thanks for the link! I just passed my 1 year TD1 anniversary and am ready to get a pump. I have been looking at the Omnipod but was surprised to learn it needed to changed/moved every 2-3 days (even if there is still insulin remaining.) Does anyone have an idea why this is or is that the ‘standard’ for most pumps? Just curious - thanks! ---
**Author:** ![joe](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/forum.breakthrought1d.org/joe/32/2937_2.png) [@joe](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/joe)\ **Post date:** [July 22, 2022, 2:50am UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/omnipod-algorithm/72106/5 "2022-07-22T02:50:58Z")
@MFBarry The pod comes as a complete disposable pump with a “use and toss” battery built right in to it. Most infusion sets are recommended to be changed every 3 days and a pod is also an infusion set. Most insulin stability tests for pumps are done for 3 days, at about 100F and with agitation (shaking). I think it’s common for the 3 day timeout. Omnipod just makes it mandatory. I do get 3+ days (3 to 4 days) out of my Medtronic I tend to use it until it’s completely out of insulin but I only load it with 3 days worth. Also, I’m using “most” here, I should probably say I do not have data to back it up and it is just what I have read and am familiar with. 😀☘ ---
**Author:** ![6yGodsGr](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/forum.breakthrought1d.org/6ygodsgr/32/4636_2.png) [@6yGodsGr](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/6yGodsGr)\ **Post date:** [July 27, 2022, 7:49pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/omnipod-algorithm/72106/6 "2022-07-27T19:49:53Z")
Funny timing- I was just researching the differences between control IQ and omnipod 5 algorithms the other day and found this article helpful. It’s a post from Gary scheider’s (the guy who wrote think like a pancreas) blog: > **[Which Hybrid Closed Loop Therapy System Is Right For Me? | Integrated...](https://integrateddiabetes.com/which-hybrid-closed-loop-therapy-system-is-right-for-me/)** > > Hybrid closed loop therapy (HCL) is an incredible new tool for diabetes management. I have a few questions to help find the right system to use for you. The post goes through different features of each system and compares Medtronic, tandem, diy loop, and omnipod systems. It’s not super extremely detailed but I found it interesting and it might be what you’re looking for. ---
**Author:** ![wadawabbit](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/forum.breakthrought1d.org/wadawabbit/32/3890_2.png) [@wadawabbit](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/wadawabbit)\ **Post date:** [July 27, 2022, 9:24pm UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/omnipod-algorithm/72106/7 "2022-07-27T21:24:11Z")
Thanks for sharing this! I will be getting my starter set tomorrow and will be setting up training soon so this info will be very helpful. ---
**Author:** ![wadawabbit](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/forum.breakthrought1d.org/wadawabbit/32/3890_2.png) [@wadawabbit](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/wadawabbit)\ **Post date:** [July 29, 2022, 9:39am UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/omnipod-algorithm/72106/8 "2022-07-29T09:39:52Z")
A funny pod story: my rep told me he had contacted my pharmacy and ordered my starter kit from a nearby pharmacy. My insurance would let me get 3 months up front but I wanted to start with just one, just in case; so I was expecting 10 pods. The next day I got a voicemail message from my pharmacy that they had my starter kit with 5 pods. I picked up the message after hours and was sure my rep had said 10, so I dashed off an email to my rep about the disparity, and in the morning he replied that he would follow up with the pharmacy. The pharmacy called me and I _would_ be getting 10 pods, not 5. It turns out I was confused - when they left the message that I would be getting 5 pods they meant I would me getting pods for the Omnipod 5: 10 of them. I’m still laughing at myself🤪. Anyway, I got my starter kit yesterday and have submitted my training request. ---
**Author:** ![6yGodsGr](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/forum.breakthrought1d.org/6ygodsgr/32/4636_2.png) [@6yGodsGr](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/6yGodsGr)\ **Post date:** [August 1, 2022, 10:11am UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/omnipod-algorithm/72106/9 "2022-08-01T10:11:44Z")
Haha! Good thing it wasn’t a problem with the pharmacy. It takes forever to sort those issues out over the phone. I remember my mom arguing with the Walgreens gal about the difference between a g6 transmitter and a sensor. Let us know what differences you notice between the tandem and omnipod! ---
**Author:** ![wadawabbit](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/forum.breakthrought1d.org/wadawabbit/32/3890_2.png) [@wadawabbit](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/u/wadawabbit)\ **Post date:** [August 1, 2022, 10:19am UTC](https://forum.breakthrought1d.org/t/omnipod-algorithm/72106/10 "2022-08-01T10:19:53Z")
I’ve always gotten my Tandem supplies by mail. Thankfully they were well versed in the items!