Customer Reviews

HoMedics BPA-200 TheraP Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor

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1 star:		(3)

 

 

I bought this blood pressure monitor (HoMedics BPA-200)for my in-laws at the same time I bought a different model for me and my husband (the Panasonic EW3122S Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor). I bought the HoMedics because my mother-in-law has vision problems, and I felt the large screen would be a benefit. The large screen was great and the way the product operated was very user friendly, however the readings were very inaccurate and inconsistant. We were getting readings that were ridiculously high, like 205 over 165, then a repeat check would get a reading like 60 over 45, and we followed all the instructions on how to place the arm band and not to move or talk while taking a reading, etc. We then compared the HoMedics with the Panasonic. The Panasonic was much more accurate and consistant. The Panasonic readings were very close or the same as readings we took at pharmacies and doctors. Maybe I just got a defective monitor from HoMedics - I'm not sure, but I wouldn't buy another one from them. I was so embarrassed that I gave my in-laws my Panasonic and then I sent the HoMedics back to Amazon. They were wonderful by giving me a label to cover shipping back, but I sent it back a month ago and still haven't received my refund. When I emailed them, they said they have no record of my return yet.

Bought one based on previous reviews. This machine will not accurately read blood pressure (some of the numbers that i got would suggest that I could not possibly be conscious, let alone sitting here typing a review!) Successive readings would yield totally different numbers, and you would expect the numbers to be in close range of one another. Sent it back for an exchange -- same thing on the second machine. Returned the second one as well. Save your time and look elsewhere!

This is the best arm monitor I have used. I check my pressure often, and sometimes it can actually be uncomfortable to take a reading. This monitor came with clear instructions, took a quick reading, and was not uncomfortable at all. The armband fits well and it is east to take the whole case around with me. I plan to bring it to my next doctor's appointment so I can compare the readings, but I have not had anything out of the ordinary for me using this monitor. I definitely give this product an A!

This is one of the worst product I've ever known. I bought it as a birthday gift for my 70-year-old mother. She was very happy with it, since she wanted one for a while. She opened the box and tried right away. She got 150/110. Then I tried. I used to be a semi-profession soccer player. My heart rate is around 50, and blood pressure is around 90/60. But this machine gave me 128/92. Even worse, 3 days later, my mom told me she'd got 185/150, and similar results 3 times in a roll. That really pissed me off, since I didn't mean to spending my hard earned money on garbage like that, especially on my mom's birthday gift. At that time, I still didn't think the product was badly designed. So, I bought an exactly same model from Target. If this one works well, I'll return the other one to Amazon. To my suprise, the new one acts just like the previous one. What can I say, HoMedics?

I got this as a gift for Father's Day, and it is great so far. It is easy to use, and even easier to read. I am getting old, so the larger numbers make it much easier to see on the screen. I have been using it everyday and the readings seem accurate, plus it has a memory so it records my measurements so I can keep track of them. I think this is a great machine.

I was looking for a blood pressure monitor for my parents, who are both 85. This model has large, easy-to-read numbers and is fairly easy to use. It is fast and accurate. I would recommend it, especially if two people are going to be using the same monitor. It's also helpful that it records the heart rate and any irregularity.

I am younger, and needed a good monitor to keep tabs on my blood pressure. I don't need the large digits, but they make it much easier to read and they are pretty handy. I use it on a weekly basis and have been impressed with the readings, and it is easy to use. I have a lot of experience with blood pressure machines, so I know how to use them, but the instructions would be helpful for someone who has no idea how to get started. A great purchase!

This unit is smart as it take the BP as it inflates. This greatly reduces the tight cup sqeezing your arm for minutes on end. The unit is able to track BP reading with date, time, pulse, and BP reading for 2 people. This unit has proven to be very quick and reliable.

Well, to get the right numbers you need to know some details about the device, its operation concepts...
Basically, to measure upper and lower pressure, during deflation BP meter has to detect the moment of "sharp" pulse start and end. To sense pulse, in portable BP meters they use either sensitive microphone or pressure sensor. First version is more expensive, but is also much more reliable. The second version - like in BPA-200, BPA-60 etc - is cheaper, but is more sensitive to disturbances like arm moving or muscle tension. So, to get the right results with HoMedics, you need to relax your muscle, not to make any movements when measure is in progress. Try it and see!

PS: If you are still not satisfied with numbers, use Doppler blood pressure meter :

Makes a nice at home unit. Too large as a travel monitor. Easy to use and read.