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Complete review of the Omron 5 series blood pressure monitor
I purchased this as I have had a recent spike in blood pressure around 152/90. As a younger male entering his thirties it was extremely alarming. I was placed on beta blockers to combat this which I did not agree with so I did not take. I have decided to combat this on my own. Enter the blood pressure monitor. The day I received the monitor I took it to my doctor and tested the accuracy of the meter against the high end equipment used in the professional setting. After two different readings the most error that was produced by the machine was 3. With confidence in the in the machine I have taken readings 3 times a day every day. The convenience of being able to do this (accurately) is explainable. Onto the device itself...
Accuracy: this is explained above in detail so I will not elaborate more here on the accuracy of the blood pressure reading. The device will also show you your current pulse rate. I also wear a Fitbit which also tracks heart rate and each time I take a reading I have checked it with my Fitbit. Surprisingly both devices are wishing 1 BPM. No stars removed.
Convienence: the device auto magically saves your previous readings for up to 2 people. This is a great feature. It has actually help motivate me cause I can track the progress of my steps in battling hypertension.
Ease of use: placing the cuff is very simple and once the cuff is securely fitted to the arm a single button press is all it takes to get the reading.
For a blood pressure monitor that has an easy to read and understand display in this price range it is hard to beat. I highly recommend this product to anyone that is needing to track their blood pressure. Thank you for reading my review and good luck in your battle with hyper or even hypo tension!!!
November 2015 · Health and Household · verified purchase