September 2022
Blood Pressure Monitors: Meta Ranking Report
This report contains an aggregate consensus of Blood Pressure Monitor rankings posted by key online experts, as of September 2022.
Summary
As of 8 Sep 2022, Withings BPM Connect takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed blood pressure monitor with 5 expert endorsements. 2 experts out of 5 recommended it as the '#1 blood pressure monitor' this month. It is followed by Omron Platinum and Omron Evolv , with 4 and 5 expert endorsements respectively.
At a glance - September 2022 Ranking
| Rank | Change | Price | Blood Pressure Monitor |
Consumer Reports
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Business Insider
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SafeWise
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Forbes
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Healthline
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Live Strong
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VeryWell Health
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CNET
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BestReviews
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Wirecutter
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1
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- | $100 |
Withings BPM Connect
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-
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-
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5
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3
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1
|
-
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-
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2
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1
|
-
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2
|
- | Check price |
Omron Platinum
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1
|
1
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1
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-
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-
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-
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5
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-
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-
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-
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3
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- | $105 |
Omron Evolv
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-
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-
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-
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6
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3
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4
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8
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-
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-
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3
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4
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- | $75 |
QardioArm A100
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-
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-
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-
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2
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-
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-
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-
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1
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3
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-
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5
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- | $105 |
LifeSource AccuFit Cuff
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-
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-
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4
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-
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5
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5
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-
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6
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-
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-
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6
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- | $45 |
Greater Goods BP Monitor
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-
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-
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3
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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4
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2
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7
|
- | Check price |
iHealth Track
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-
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-
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-
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5
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2
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-
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-
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3
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-
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-
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8
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- | Check price |
Welch Allyn Home 1700
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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1
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7
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-
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-
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-
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|
9
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- | $59 |
A&D Medical UA-767F
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3
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-
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-
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-
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-
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7
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-
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7
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-
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-
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|
10
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- | $179 |
Omron Complete
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-
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-
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-
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4
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6
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-
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-
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4
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-
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-
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|
11
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- | $40 |
Lazle JPD-HA101
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-
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-
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2
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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2
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-
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|
12
|
- | Check price |
Omron 5 Series Wireless
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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2
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4
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-
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-
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-
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|
16
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- | $56 |
Omron Gold Wrist
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-
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-
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-
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-
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4
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-
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-
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5
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-
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-
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We ranked Withings BPM Connect #1 in September 2022 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Blood Pressure Monitors” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Withings BPM Connect as #1.
SafeWise
Best mobile app
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Pros
Compact design
Excellent mobile app
Unlimited cloud storage for your readings
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Cons
Only holds eight readings
Best as a single-user device
Expensive
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Healthline
Best smart blood pressure monitor
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Pros
user-friendly
compact, portable design
long battery life
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Cons
inaccurate readings
low software quality
poor customer service
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BestReviews
Best of the Best
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Pros
FDA-cleared device that provides accurate readings of systolic and diastolic blood pressure as well as heart rate.
Instant color-coded feedback upon measurement.
Equipped with a rechargeable battery.
WiFi connectivity and is compatible with Health Mate app.
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Cons
Not set up well for storing and tracking data for multiple users.
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We ranked Omron Platinum #2 in September 2022 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Blood Pressure Monitors” rankings.
- Out of those, 3 experts ranked Omron Platinum as #1.
Business Insider
Best blood pressure monitor overall
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Pros
Fast and easy to use
wireless cuff
rechargeable battery
multi-user support
saved historical data
irregular heartbeat alerts
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Cons
Smartphone app not user friendly
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SafeWise
Most Accurate
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Pros
Unlimited users with mobile app
TruRead technology for improved accuracy
Up to 200 stored readings on the device
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Cons
Limited cuff size for smaller arms
Only two users without the mobile app
Poor mobile app performance
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VeryWell Health
Best Data Display
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Pros
Large, clear display
Stores 200 data sets per user
Carrying case included
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Cons
Machine sensitivity makes it prone to error messages
Slight learning curve to understanding the device
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend Blood Pressure Monitors.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of Blood Pressure Monitors, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for September 2022 ranking
Consumer Reports
Business Insider
SafeWise
Forbes
Healthline
Live Strong
VeryWell Health
CNET
BestReviews
Wirecutter
We ranked Omron Evolv #3 in September 2022 because:
- 5 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Blood Pressure Monitors” rankings.
Healthline
Best blood pressure monitor for multiple users
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Pros
accurate, consistent readings
lightweight, cordless, and portable
intuitive design
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Cons
Omron Connect app requires personal information
Bluetooth connectivity issues
monitor does not store readings
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VeryWell Health
Best One-Piece Design
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Pros
Sleek, lightweight design
Connected app is easy to navigate
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Cons
One-piece feature makes it hard to read results
Can take two people to properly adjust onto arm
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We ranked QardioArm A100 #4 in September 2022 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Blood Pressure Monitors” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked QardioArm A100 as #1.
BestReviews
Innovative Design
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Pros
User-friendly wireless connectivity for multiple devices.
Designed to be comfortable, light and discreet.
Long battery life.
Secure app for monitoring, tracking, and sharing data.
Unique features include measurement charts, note-taking, and multi-user capabilities.
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Cons
Must be sure that you position it correctly on your arm to avoid inaccurate readings.
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We ranked LifeSource AccuFit Cuff #5 in September 2022 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Blood Pressure Monitors” rankings.
SafeWise
Best cuff size options
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Pros
Extra-large arm cuff
Accurate readings
Irregular heartbeat detector
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Cons
Expensive
Average storage capacity for readings
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Healthline
Best blood pressure monitor for large arms
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Pros
large, easy-to-read screen
good value for the price
comfortable cuff
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Cons
may be too wide for some people
may cause bruises
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We ranked Greater Goods BP Monitor #6 in September 2022 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Blood Pressure Monitors” rankings.
SafeWise
Best for budgets
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Pros
Large, bright display
High accuracy
Comes with a carrying case
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Cons
Average storage capacity for readings
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BestReviews
Customer Favorite
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Pros
Displays heart rate and pulse on a bright monitor with a back-lit screen.
Button to start\stop is large for convenience.
Can be used for up to 2 users and will store 60 readings each.
Can be powered via batteries or a wall plug, both of which are included in purchase.
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Cons
The batteries don't last very long,
the monitor resets after replacing them.
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We ranked iHealth Track #7 in September 2022 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Blood Pressure Monitors” rankings.
Healthline
Best budget blood pressure monitor
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Pros
comfortable design
color-coded display screen is easy to read
possible to download data to share with doctor
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Cons
inconsistent readings
may be too small for large arms
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We ranked Welch Allyn Home 1700 #8 in September 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Blood Pressure Monitors” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Welch Allyn Home 1700 as #1.
VeryWell Health
Best fit
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Pros
Ready to use out of box
Connected app is easy to navigate
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Cons
No carrying case included
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We ranked A&D Medical UA-767F #9 in September 2022 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Blood Pressure Monitors” rankings.
We ranked Omron Complete #10 in September 2022 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Blood Pressure Monitors” rankings.
Healthline
Best blood pressure monitor with EKG
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Pros
excellent quality for the cost
comfortable cuff
quick, easy, and accurate readings
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Cons
requires a phone or device
Omron Connect app requires subscription and raises privacy concerns
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We ranked Lazle JPD-HA101 #11 in September 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Blood Pressure Monitors” rankings.
SafeWise
Nurse recommended
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Pros
Up to 100 readings per user
Alerts for incorrect use
Recommended by health professionals
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Cons
No mobile app
Batteries only
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BestReviews
Best Bang for the Buck
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Pros
Takes 30 seconds to get reading for fast results. Has a large LCD screen that makes it easy to see the readings, even in the dark. Can be used for two people, and will store the separate readings. One touch to get the measurements, and will also detect an arrhythmia.
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Cons
Some reviews mentioned that this monitor tends to read on the higher side.
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We ranked Omron 5 Series Wireless #12 in September 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Blood Pressure Monitors” rankings.
VeryWell Health
Best with App
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Pros
Easy to set up and connect to app
Large, clear display
Gives average of multiple readings
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Cons
Gives diagnosis-level analysis
No carrying case included
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We ranked Omron Gold Wrist #13 in September 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Blood Pressure Monitors” rankings.
Healthline
Best wrist blood pressure monitor
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Pros
easy to use
extremely quiet
compact and portable
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Cons
app and Bluetooth connectivity issues
dark screen is difficult to read
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