Cholesterol testing meters and strips

Our most complete meter, the AT 5 in 1, shows total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides and your cholesterol ratio from one finger-prick test in about 2 minutes.

ALLTEST AT 5 in 1 cholesterol meter with test strips
  • Total cholesterol
  • HDL
  • LDL
  • Triglycerides
  • TC/HDL ratio

ALLTEST AT 5 in 1 cholesterol meter

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  • Weekday orders placed by 3pm are dispatched the same day
  • Free tracked UK delivery
  • Founded and run by UK doctors since 1998
  • Every product tested and approved by our doctors
  • Rated 4.9 out of 5 from over 1,000 customer reviews
  • UK support team to help with your first test

Five results from one finger prick

Most home meters only show total cholesterol. The AT 5 in 1 measures total cholesterol, HDL and triglycerides from the same drop, then works out your LDL and cholesterol ratio, so you see the full picture every time you test.

Test time
About 2 minutes
Memory
Stores 500 results
Sample
35 µL finger-prick drop, pipettes included
Units
mmol/L or mg/dL
Power
4 AAA batteries included, around 1,000 tests
In the box
Meter, 8 test strips, lancing device and lancets, pipettes, alcohol pads, 2 check strips and a carry case

Refills cost about £2.00 a test for all five results. A total-cholesterol-only strip costs about £1.90 for one.

Which cholesterol meter is right for you?

Answer three quick questions and we'll recommend a meter and the strips to go with it. Every meter here is suitable for home use.

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Which cholesterol results do you want?

Cholesterol meters

Every meter reads a finger-prick blood sample and comes with everything you need for your first tests.

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Test strips and refills

Compare our cholesterol meters

EasyLife Plus cholesterol strips fit every EasyLife meter. AT strips only fit the AT 5 in 1.

FeatureAT 5 in 1EasyLife Plus home kitEasyLife GCU Plus
Cholesterol resultsTotal, HDL, LDL, triglycerides and TC/HDL ratioTotal cholesterolTotal cholesterol
Also checksCholesterol onlyBlood glucose and haemoglobinBlood glucose and uric acid
Cholesterol tests included8, or 28 with the strip bundle22, or 2 with the meter-only pack2
Refill cost per cholesterol testAbout £2.00, five resultsAbout £1.90, one resultAbout £1.90, one result
Result memory500 resultsUp to 200 resultsUp to 200 results
Best forTracking your full cholesterol profileTotal cholesterol plus glucose or haemoglobinTotal cholesterol plus uric acid
PriceFrom £119.99£68.58£49.99

How the AT 5 in 1 works

Each pack of strips includes lancets and pipettes, so you have everything for every test.

  1. Collect a drop of blood

    Prick your fingertip with the lancing device and fill the pipette with a 35 µL drop.

  2. Apply it to the strip

    Touch the pipette tip onto the white pad and release the drop in one smooth action.

  3. Read your five results

    In about 2 minutes the meter shows your results and saves them to its 500-result memory.

Watch our full demo before your first test.

What customers say

Reviews from customers using our cholesterol meters at home.

Excellent machine very accurate as it was exactly what my last test results were from the doctor.
Jan C., AT 5 in 1
The machine offers a great way to keep track of your cholesterol at home in detail.
Claire K., AT 5 in 1
This meter seems quite accurate and easy to use.
Nicholas T., AT 5 in 1
The phone support was excellent and was both clear and took their time.
Andrew, EasyLife GCU Plus

Cholesterol testing questions

Which cholesterol meter should I buy?

If you want HDL, LDL and triglycerides as well as your total, choose the AT 5 in 1. If total cholesterol is enough, the EasyLife meters cost less upfront and can check glucose, uric acid or haemoglobin too. Our quiz will point you to the right one.

What is the difference between measured and calculated results?

The AT 5 in 1 measures total cholesterol, HDL and triglycerides directly from your blood sample. It then works out LDL cholesterol and your TC/HDL ratio from those three readings.

How accurate are home cholesterol meters?

Finger-prick results can differ from a laboratory test by up to about 15%, mainly because labs test blood from a vein. For the most useful picture, test at the same time of day each time and look at the trend across several readings.

Do I need to fast before testing?

Follow the instructions that come with your meter. Many people test first thing in the morning before eating, because triglyceride readings rise after a meal and testing at the same time each time makes your results easier to compare.

Which test strips do I need?

The AT 5 in 1 uses AT cholesterol strips, which come with lancets and pipettes. The EasyLife GCU Plus, GCHb Plus and home kit all use EasyLife Plus cholesterol strips. The two types are not interchangeable, and every pack includes its own code chip.

How much blood does a test need?

The AT 5 in 1 needs a 35 µL drop, which is larger than a blood glucose test, so warm hands and a firm prick help. EasyLife cholesterol strips need a smaller drop.

Can the AT 5 in 1 run from the mains?

It runs on 4 AAA batteries, included, for around 1,000 tests. A mains plug and data cable is available separately.

How quickly will my meter arrive?

Weekday orders placed before 3pm are dispatched the same day in plain packaging, with free tracked UK delivery on orders over £50. See our delivery page for all options.

About your results. Home cholesterol testing gives you an indication of your levels and helps you track changes over time. It doesn't replace a check with your GP or pharmacist, so talk to them about your results, especially if a reading is higher than expected.

See your full cholesterol picture at home

Order by 3pm on a weekday and your meter ships the same day.

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