Thinking about mailing your diabetic supplies to the first company you saw in an ad? Payouts vary wildly between buyers. Below is a side-by-side comparison of published prices between Strips USA and Assist Diabetics, one of the most heavily advertised buyers online.
Published payouts, compared
| Product (factory sealed) | Assist Diabetics* | Strips USA | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Omnipod 5 — 5-pack | $20.00 | $155.00 | 7.75x more |
| Dexcom G6 Sensors — box of 3 | $100.00 | $175.00 | +$75 per box |
| Dexcom G7 15-Day Sensors — retail box | no 15-day price listed | $60.00 | — |
| FreeStyle Libre 3 | not purchased | $50.00 | — |
| Accu-Chek Aviva Plus — 100ct | $21.00 | $40.00 | +$19 per box |
| Accu-Chek Guide — 100ct | $10.00 | $18.00 | +$8 per box |
| FreeStyle Lite — 100ct | $21.00 | $25.00 | +$4 per box |
*Assist Diabetics prices as published on assistdiabetics.com on July 21, 2026, for products 6+ months from expiration. Strips USA prices as published on stripsusa.com the same day, for sealed boxes 10+ months from expiration. Both companies’ prices change over time — always check both current price lists before you ship. Comparison shows selected products; see each site for full lists.
Beyond the payout
| Assist Diabetics* | Strips USA | |
|---|---|---|
| How you get paid | Check by mail | PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, CashApp, or check |
| Payment speed | After processing, by mail | Within 24–48 hours of receiving your package |
| Short-dated boxes (2–6 months) | Price cut 50% | Tiered pricing shown before you commit |
| See your exact payout before shipping | — | Yes — build your shipment online |
| Walk-in option | — | Baltimore, MD — cash on the spot |
| Price match | — | Found a better published price? We match it. |
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