Blood Pressure Monitors: Reviews

Although the A&D Medical LifeSource UA-787EJ is about half the price of other blood pressure monitors reviewed in this report, it includes some features found on pricier models. Highlights include power adapter instead of… expandbatteries, a memory function that can store and average the last 60 readings, the ability to measure irregular heartbeats, and an easy-to-use cuff. Reviewers praise the Easy-Fit Cuff, which uses semi-hardshell construction and is 2 inches larger than most medium cuffs to accommodate arms from 9 inches to 17 inches in circumference. The A&D UA-787EJ can also assess your blood pressure based on your height and weight. It's covered by a lifetime warranty. collapse

For many people, wrist blood pressure monitors are easier to use than upper-arm units. They're also much more compact, which is convenient if you need a more portable device. However, experts say that readings at the… expandwrist can be inaccurate if the monitor isn't positioned properly. In tests, the A&D Medical LifeSource UB-512 is more accurate than other wrist blood pressure monitors considered in this report. Users say it's convenient and comfortable, but it can be tricky to position. It has a 60-reading memory that stores morning and evening entries, and it detects irregular heartbeats and averages results. It's covered by a lifetime warranty. collapse

The Omron HEM-780 upper-arm home blood pressure monitor earns top scores in tests and receives excellent ratings from users. The downside is that it's expensive. Reviews do say that it's convenient, easy to use and… expandaccurate. It includes an AC adapter, and it has a cuff made from a stiffer material that's designed to be easier to put on without help. The Omron blood pressure monitor stores 100 time-stamped readings for each of two users, and it alerts users when morning hypertension or an irregular heartbeat is detected. The cuff fits medium to large (9- to 17-inch) arms. It's covered by a five-year warranty. collapse