A smart blood pressure monitor is something that an estimated third of American adults with high blood pressure should consider investing in. Any doctor will tell you that high blood pressure is not good since it puts you at a much higher risk of heart attack or stroke. Keeping track of your blood pressure used to involve going to the doctor or a pharmacy that had a working monitor you could use. Thankfully, with the rate at which technology is advancing, there's a wide range of smart, portable blood pressure monitors to help you and your loved ones keep better track of your health. Here's our pick of the best options available today.
The best you can find
Omron has built quite a reputation in the world of blood pressure monitors, and its Gold model is one of their best yet. It can store up to 200 readings for one person or 100 each for two people, and all the information can be transmitted via Bluetooth and tracked on the iOS or Android app. This monitor also alerts you to irregular heartbeats and has a hypertension indicator.
Best portable option
This blood pressure monitor from Wellue comes complete with a free companion app but can also be used as a standalone monitor with the read-out shown directly on the clear OLED screen. This is a simple-to-use device, offering one-touch operation with your blood pressure level and heart rate information showing in just 30 seconds. This has a large, comfortable cuff that's lightweight for easy transport.
Great app support
QardioArm has built a feature-packed BPM in a nice, compact package. With triple measurement readings stored in Qardio's HIPPA compliant cloud and integration with Apple Health, Samsung Health, and robust app support for iOS, Android, and even the Kindle, this is a great way to keep track of your health information. The device weighs just 310 grams and is powered by AAA batteries.
Best budget option
iHealth makes a few different BPM's, but this is one of its more affordable options that still packs in quite a few features. It works on your upper arm and syncs up with your iOS or Android device. It fully integrates with the iHealth product family, allowing users to upload, store, and share data and trends with family or doctor. It boasts triple measurement averaging, a trending graph, and can also tell you your heart rate with irregular heartbeat detection.
Best display
This Bluetooth-enabled monitor sends your readings to the Balance Health app, where it is displayed in the context of your overall measurement history and healthy averages. As well as being able to be powered by AAA batteries, this comes with a wall plug, so it's a great solution for people who really can't miss a reading. Measuring systolic and diastolic blood pressure as well as heartbeat, this device displays your results on a large, backlit LCD display with oversized numbers.
Best battery life
Check your vital signs almost anywhere with this next-gen Withings smart blood pressure monitor. The FDA-cleared device provides accurate heart rate and systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings, while the color-coded feedback facilitates ease of use. This Withings smart blood pressure monitor syncs data with the very capable Health Mate app via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth so you can track your data history easily. It's a bit pricey, but we think it's well worth the investment towards your health.
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Overall the main things you want to look for in a BPM are accuracy, ease of use, and decent smartphone compatibility, so you can keep track of your readings. The QardioArm Wireless Blood Pressure Monitor will even sync with Kindle. All the options on this list are well-reviewed, and none of them are unreasonably expensive. No matter which one you choose, they will all help you keep better track of your health.
Our overall staff pick, the Omron Gold Wireless BPM, comes from one of the most trusted brands in the industry. It even offers a high morning average indicator to alert the user if systolic or diastolic measurements are out of normal range in the morning.
If you're shopping for a monitor for an elderly relative, consider the GreaterGoods Bluetooth Blood Pressure Monitor Cuff and Kit as it has a very clear, easy-to-read display and can work with two different power sources for a belt-and-braces safe solution.
