How to Spend More Time in Range with Omnipod® 5
Did you know, Omnipod 5 users with optimized settings spent over 80% Time in Range?1
Watch Scott Benner of the Juicebox Podcast to learn how optimized settings can support better results.
1Sawyer A, et al. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2026 (T1D). Data on file. 2026. RF-062026-00044 (T2D). Retrospective RWE of T1D and U.S. T2D users utilizing optimized settings including sufficient CGM data (≥75% of days with ≥220 readings), ≥90% time in Automated Mode, and ≥5 bolus/day (T1D) or ≥3 bolus/day (T2D). Optimized settings: CF x TDI ≤1500, I:C Ratio x TDI ≤350, Average Target Glucose of 110-115 mg/dL.
How it works
Omnipod 5 automatically adjusts your insulin delivery every 5 minutes, helping to keep your glucose levels in range.2-4
The system understands how much insulin to deliver automatically by looking at your total daily insulin (TDI) needs.
There are 3 settings you can use to increase insulin delivery responsiveness in Automated Mode:
Target Glucose
Insulin to Carb Ratio
Correction Factor
Always discuss with your healthcare professional before making adjustments to your insulin therapy. This page is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
Optimizing Your Settings
Lower Target Glucose for more Time in Range5
Target Glucose is the key setting that impacts automated insulin delivery directly.
Target Glucose: In Automated Mode, insulin delivery will be adjusted automatically according to your Target Glucose value. Lowering your Target Glucose value tells the system to deliver more insulin.
Omnipod 5 now has a 100mg/dL Target Glucose option, designed for more Time in Range.6
Strengthening meal and correction bolus settings
Bolus settings impact automated insulin delivery indirectly. Getting more insulin for meal and correction boluses increases your TDI, which increases the system's insulin delivery responsiveness in Automated Mode.
Insulin to Carb Ratio: Number of grams of carbohydrates covered by one unit of insulin. Strengthening your I:C Ratio tells the system to give more insulin when you give a meal bolus.
Example: Changing I:C ratio from 1:10 to 1:9 gives more insulin for meal boluses*
Correction Factor: A value that indicates how much one unit of insulin will lower your blood glucose. Strengthening your Correction Factor tells the system to deliver more insulin for high glucose levels when you give a correction bolus.
Example: Changing Correction Factor from 1:50 to 1:40*
To make changes to these settings Select Menu → Bolus settings.
*These examples are for demonstration only. Your actual settings may vary.
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2. Brown S. et al. Diabetes Care (2021). Study in 240 people with T1D aged 6 - 70 years involving 2 weeks standard diabetes therapy followed by 3 months Omnipod 5 use in Automated Mode. Average time in Target Glucose range (from CGM) for standard therapy vs Omnipod 5 in adults/adolescents and children = 64.7% vs. 73.9%; 52.5% vs. 68.0%.
3. Sherr JL, et al. Diabetes Care (2022). Study in 80 people with T1D aged 2 - 5.9 yrs involving 2 weeks standard diabetes therapy followed by 3 months Omnipod 5 use in Automated Mode. Average time in Target Glucose range (from CGM) for standard therapy vs Omnipod 5 = 57.2% vs. 68.1%.
4. Pasquel FJ, et al. JAMA Network Open (2025). Prospective pivotal trial in 305 participants with T2D aged 18-75 yrs. Study included a 14-day standard therapy (ST) phase followed by a 13-week Omnipod 5 hybrid closed-loop phase. Mean time in range (70-180 mg/dL): ST vs. 13-week Omnipod 5: 45% vs. 66%, P<0.001.
5. Forlenza G, et al. Presented at: ATTD; March 19-22, 2025; Amsterdam, NL. Real-world data from 403 people with T1D aged 2+, and 58 people with T2D aged 18+ using the Omnipod 5 System who transitioned from the 150 mg/dL to 110 mg/dL Target Glucose. Each Target Glucose was used for a consecutive period of 14-90 days. Median time in Range (70-180 mg/dL) improved 11.8% (p<0.05). Median time in Range (70-180 mg/dL) improved 10.4% (p<0.05). Omnipod 5 results based on users with ≥75% of days with ≥220 readings available. Data on File. 05.15.25. RF-042025-00013
6. In a simulated analysis, the 100 mg/dL Target Glucose (TG) setting demonstrated superior Time in Range (70-180 mg/dL) compared with results at the 110-150 mg/dL TG settings in a real-world population of people with T1D using Omnipod 5. Statistically significant differences in mean TIR were observed for Target 100 mg/dL vs. 110, 120, 130, 140, and 150 mg/dL, with differences of 2.5%, 4.8%, 9.8%, 15.3%, and 20.8%, respectively. Data on File. RF-012026-00057.
The Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System is indicated for use by individuals with type 1 diabetes mellitus in persons 2 years of age and older and type 2 diabetes mellitus in persons 18 years of age and older. The Omnipod® 5 System is intended for single patient, home use and requires a prescription. The Omnipod® 5 System is compatible with the following U-100 insulins: NovoLog®, Humalog®, Kirsty®, and Admelog®.
The Omnipod® 5 ACE Pump (Pod) is intended for the subcutaneous delivery of insulin, at set and variable rates, for the management of diabetes mellitus in persons requiring insulin. The Omnipod® 5 ACE Pump is able to reliably and securely communicate with compatible, digitally connected devices, including automated insulin dosing software, to receive, execute, and confirm commands from these devices. The Omnipod 5 ACE Pump is intended for single patient, home use and requires a prescription.
The Omnipod 5 algorithm is intended for use with compatible integrated continuous glucose monitors (iCGM) and alternate controller enabled (ACE) pumps to automatically increase, decrease, and pause delivery of insulin based on current and predicted glucose values. The Omnipod 5 algorithm is intended for the management of type 1 diabetes mellitus in persons 2 years of age and older and type 2 diabetes mellitus in persons 18 years of age and older. The Omnipod 5 algorithm is intended for single patient use and requires a prescription.
The Omnipod® 5 SmartBolus Calculator is software intended for the management of diabetes in persons aged 2 and older requiring rapid-acting U-100 insulin. The SmartBolus Calculator calculates a suggested bolus dose based on user-entered carbohydrates, most recent sensor glucose value (or blood glucose reading if using fingerstick), rate of change of the sensor glucose (if applicable), insulin on board (IOB), and programmable correction factor, insulin to carbohydrate ratio, and target glucose value.
Warning: The Omnipod 5 algorithm should NOT be used by anyone under the age of 2 years old. The Omnipod 5 algorithm should also NOT be used in people who require less than 5 units of insulin per day as the safety of the technology has not been evaluated in this population.
The Omnipod® 5 System is NOT recommended for people who are unable to monitor glucose as recommended by their healthcare provider, are unable to maintain contact with their healthcare provider, are unable to use the Omnipod® 5 System according to instructions, are taking hydroxyurea and using a Dexcom Sensor as it could lead to falsely elevated sensor glucose values and result in over-delivery of insulin that can lead to severe hypoglycemia, and do NOT have adequate hearing and/or vision to allow recognition of all functions of the Omnipod® 5 System, including alerts, alarms, and reminders. The Pod must be removed before Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Computed Tomography (CT) scan, or diathermy treatment, and the Controller and smartphone should be placed outside of the procedure room. Exposure to MRI, CT, or diathermy treatment can damage the components. Visit www.omnipod.com/safety for additional important safety information.
Warning: DO NOT start to use the Omnipod® 5 System or change settings without adequate training and guidance from a healthcare provider. Initiating and adjusting settings incorrectly can result in over-delivery or under-delivery of insulin, which could lead to hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.