Today Julie and Vicki Stephenson review the top blood pressure devices on the market in 2024. We purchased the most popular at-home blood pressure monitors and tested their accuracy with a Contec MS200 Blood Pressure Simulator. We were surprised to find out that devices made by some of the most well-known brands are not as accurate as they say. Take a look at our results and recommendations below.
To perform the accuracy test, we used the Contec MS200, a multi-purpose test instrument for use with oscillometric Non-Invasive Blood Pressure (NIBP) Monitors. It is an easy-to-operate machine that allows you to select systolic pressure, diastolic pressure, and heartbeats per minute. Then you simply connect a blood pressure monitor and take a reading. The closer the reading on the blood pressure monitor to the reading of the test machine, the more accurate the monitor is.
Test Methodology
We tested each device by taking three readings while the MS200 was set to our control reading:
- 120 mm Hg systolic pressure
- 80 mm Hg diastolic pressure
- 80 heartbeats per minute
The Most Accurate Blood Pressure Monitors of 2024
Oxiline Pressure X Pro
- Overall Rating: ★★★★★ 5/5
- Price: $119 (Now $99 with code DOCREVIEWS2022)
- Accuracy: 99%
- User Friendliness: ★★★★★ 5/5
- Features: ★★★★★ 5/5
Test Results
- SYS mmHg: 120 (Test 1: 120, Test 2: 119, Test 3: 120)
- DIA mmHg: 80 (Test 1: 79, Test 2: 80, Test 3: 79)
- BPM: 80 (Test 1: 81, Test 2: 80, Test 3: 80)
Description: The Oxiline Pressure X Pro is the most accurate blood pressure monitor that we tested, consistently providing almost perfect readings with slight deviations of just +/-1 mm Hg. It also features irregular heartbeat detection, 3 reading average, Bluetooth app connectivity, and a large backlit display. Oxiline includes a lifetime warranty on all its devices.
Pros:
- Most Accurate (+/- 1 mm Hg)
- Lifetime Warranty Included
- Large Display
- Apple/Android Compatible App
- Standard and XL Cuff Options
Cons: None
Welch Allyn 1500 Series
- Overall Rating: ★★★☆☆ 3/5
- Price: $64.99
- Accuracy: 94%
- User Friendliness: ★★★★☆ 4/5
- Features: ★★★☆☆ 3/5
Test Results
- SYS mmHg: 120 (Test 1: 127, Test 2: 123, Test 3: 127)
- DIA mmHg: 80 (Test 1: 85, Test 2: 83, Test 3: 84)
- BPM: 80 (Test 1: 84, Test 2: 79, Test 3: 83)
Description: The Welch Allyn 1500 Series, from a trusted brand in the USA, provided results with deviations of +/-6 mm Hg. The maximum deviation for an at-home blood pressure monitor should not exceed +/- 4 mm Hg. It features an easy-to-use app, backlit display, and 3 measurement averages, but it is less convenient to store due to its permanently connected arm cuff hose.
Pros:
- Apple/Android Compatible App
- Easy to Use Interface and App
Cons:
- Multiple Users Not Available on Device
- Reading Storage Not Available on Device
- Reading Accuracy +/- 6 mm Hg
Sunbeam TMB-1583-S
- Overall Rating: ★★★☆☆ 3/5
- Price: $74.99
- Accuracy: 90%
- User Friendliness: ★★★☆☆ 3/5
- Features: ★★★☆☆ 3/5
Test Results
- SYS mmHg: 120 (Test 1: 130, Test 2: 122, Test 3: 122)
- DIA mmHg: 80 (Test 1: 92, Test 2: 84, Test 3: 85)
- BPM: 80 (Test 1: 91, Test 2: 87, Test 3: 79)
Description: The Sunbeam TMB-1583-S, with its unique stand and vertical display, averaged a reading deviation of +/- 7 mm Hg. One reading showed a substantial deviation of 10 mm Hg. It features a 3 reading average and a large touchscreen display, which proved troublesome due to its unresponsiveness at times. It includes an AC adapter and a 3-year limited warranty but lacks Bluetooth connectivity.
Pros:
- AC Adapter Included
- 3-Year Limited Warranty
Cons:
- No Bluetooth/App Connectivity
- Reading Accuracy +/- 7 mm Hg
Omron Series 10
- Overall Rating: ★★★☆☆ 3/5
- Price: $105.00
- Accuracy: 94%
- User Friendliness: ★★★★☆ 4/5
- Features: ★★★★★ 5/5
Test Results
- SYS mmHg: 120 (Test 1: 129, Test 2: 128, Test 3: 128)
- DIA mmHg: 80 (Test 1: 86, Test 2: 86, Test 3: 85)
- BPM: 80 (Test 1: 80, Test 2: 80, Test 3: 80)
Description: The Omron Series 10, a popular and large device, showed an average deviation of +/- 9 mm Hg, making its readings inaccurate. It features a unique cuff system suitable for users with arms smaller than 14” in circumference, and a user-friendly smartphone app for both Apple and Android devices.
Pros:
- Apple/Android Compatible App
- Great Cuff for 14″ or Below Arm Size
- Large Display
Cons:
- Inaccurate Readings +/- 9 mm Hg
- Price
Beurer BM55
- Overall Rating: ★★★☆☆ 3/5
- Price: $59.99
- Accuracy: 95%
- User Friendliness: ★★★★★ 5/5
- Features: ★★★☆☆ 3/5
Test Results
- SYS mmHg: 120 (Test 1: 120, Test 2: 100, Test 3: 118)
- DIA mmHg: 80 (Test 1: 86, Test 2: 71, Test 3: 87)
- BPM: 80 (Test 1: 80, Test 2: 80, Test 3: 80)
Description: The Beurer BM55, designed in Germany and manufactured in China, averaged +/- 7 mm Hg in diastolic pressure and provided accurate results in two of the three systolic pressure readings. It features irregular heartbeat detection, 3 reading average, a backlit display, and a limited lifetime warranty but lacks Bluetooth connectivity.
Pros:
- Great Interface
- Limited Lifetime Warranty
- Large Display
Cons:
- Reading Accuracy +/- 7 mm Hg
- No Bluetooth/App Connectivity
Additional Blood Pressure Monitors Tested
*DISCLAIMER: It is important to note that the results shown above only demonstrate the accuracy of one blood pressure monitoring device. As these devices are manufactured in large quantities, we cannot assume that other devices of the same model will provide the same exact readings. This test was done to provide some insight but cannot be taken with absolute certainty. There are other variables to consider such as the blood pressure cuff and the skill of the person taking the reading. Always consult your doctor about blood pressure readings and blood pressure monitoring devices.
This comprehensive review of at-home blood pressure monitors reveals significant variances in accuracy among well-known brands. For more information and to view the detailed results, please refer to the respective product links.
