This monitor doesn't simply display the results of the measurement, but also adds an interpretation: is your blood pressure too high or low. It also shows the average of the last three readings for comparison.
This monitor was tested and approved by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) procedures. Therefore you can rest assured that the measurements are accurate.
If you'd like to see the dynamic of your blood pressure through a certain period, you can store the measurement results for two persons, up to 100 readings total.
This device is very simple to use: all four buttons are clearly labeled; the display screen uses a large font that's very easy to read; and the instructions are written right on the cuff. You just need to put the device on your wrist, hit start and wait for the voice prompt to tell you the results.
The precision of the measurements depends a lot on how you're sitting. To get the most accurate results, you have to put the monitor on the left wrist (with the palm facing up) as you hold it strictly at heart level.
You can see all your data, compiled into nice graphs, on your smartphone, which is very convenient. Moreover, you can store separately the measurements of up to 16 people.
Since it doesn't have any electronic parts, this blood pressure monitor is fairly cheap. On the downside, it doesn't have a screen that would help to understand the measurements easier.
This blood pressure monitor comes with a LED penlight that is used to check eyes, nose, and throat. Two batteries are also included. Additionally, the penlight has a pupil gauge printed on it to make it easier to determine the size of pupils.
Since this monitor doesn't have a screen or internal memory, you need to know how to interpret the readings on the gauge. And if you want to keep track of your blood pressure over time, you'll have to write down the figures separately.
As aneroid sphygmomanometers provide the most accurate measurements and are lightweight, it might be a great option for medical or nursing school students or doctors.
Since the device is manual, it might be too difficult to use and interpret the results by yourself. However, if you have an experience with the aneroid sphygmomanometer, it might be perfect for you or for professional users as its name suggests.
This blood pressure monitor is simple to use because it has only one button to operate. You need to use the same button to turn on the device and start the measurements. This makes it great for usage by seniors since it does not need any advance set-up.
This device has a memory of the capacity of 90 measurements. That allows tracking your blood pressure and pulse over a month. All stored measurements are numbered and have a date stamp. That provides an easy way to check previous pulse and blood pressure readings. Even though it does not provide a possibility to export the data into the computer, it comes with the paper blood pressure log template that allows you to record your blood pressure and pulse data. It is handy to take with you when you go to see your doctor.
This blood pressure monitor interprets the readings because it has Pressure Rating indicator that monitors if the blood pressure is high, low, or normal making it easy to understand without any medical knowledge. The device only shows you the 3 numbers that matter the most (systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure, and pulse rate). They are clearly displayed on a large screen and interpreted according to the US JNC7 guidelines.
This monitor is safe and accurate because it has been clinically tested and is approved by the European Hypertension Society and American National Standards Institute (ANSI). The LifeSource company provides a lifetime guarantee as well. That means that this monitor is reliable and provides the correct results every time.
Besides monitoring the blood pressure this device also has a heartbeat detector, which displays a symbol on the screen if it detects an irregular pulse rate. When the heartbeat is irregular, the monitor will adjust the measurements to provide an accurate blood pressure and pulse rate reading. Thus, you will always get extremely accurate readings.
The LifeSource blood pressure monitor can be powered with batteries or AC adapter, however, the adapter and batteries have to be purchased separately. In comparison, there are blood pressure monitors on the market, which come together with the adapter making it easier for the customer to power the device.
Blood pressure monitors accuracy is dependent on the cuff fitting. In order to get accurate readings, it is crucial to purchase a device with the correct cuff size. Ordering the device, it is possible to choose between small and medium cuffs, but it depends on the model. Thus, it might be confusing to purchase the product as you need to choose between many different models and know your hand size.