Greater Goods Bluetooth Blood Pressure Monitor, Upper Arm BP Machine with Adjustable 8.7”-16.5” Cuff, iOS and Android App Compatibility, Portable with Carrying Case

Works well. The Bluetooth setup for my phone was easy to do. This feature was one of the main reasons I purchased this particular device. My pressure has been fluctuating and now I can easily show my readings to my doctor.

I have been using the Omron 10 BP785N https://www.amazon.com/Omron-Upper-Pressure-Monitor-Standard/dp/B00KPQB2SS/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=omron+10&qid=1560386740&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1 daily for a while now. I have been overall satisfied with it, although I don't like writing down the results twice daily and keying it into my phone app.I was thinking about getting the wireless version Omron 10 BP786N, but there are a lot of complaints that the Bluetooth will not connect. Omron specifically listed my phone, the Samsung Galaxy S7 Android version 8, as not being compatible. (Only Android ver. 6 and 7, although I'm sure it would probably work with ver. 8.)Rather than take the chance of it not being returnable, and since I saw this unit on sale at Amazon, and since this unit has many positive reviews about Bluetooth successfully connecting with phones, I decided to give it a try.Not really thinking about the cuff, I am surprised at how difficult it is to tighten it with one hand. Using the right hand to tighten the left arm is doable. But it is VERY difficult to tighten the right arm with the left hand.The Omron 10 unit comes with a "Easy-Wrap ComFit Cuff" CFX-WR17 (which can be purchased fairly inexpensively) which is a "Pre-formed expandable firm arm cuff ". This cuff makes it extremely easy to connect to your arm. I decided to try it out on this machine. The Omron cuff fits perfectly into the Balance BP Monitor. I tested out both units with both cuffs, and the readings appear to be reasonably the same. I actually have 3 of these Omron cuffs (since one wore out) and I plan on comparing both machines for a while until I'm satisfied. https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00P6SATT8 If you are going to do this twice daily, you might as well be comfortable doing it IMHO.So, the setup with Bluetooth was extremely user friendly. You just open the app on your phone and follow the instructions. You hold the arrow up on the device until the pairing message comes up, and the app on your phone connects to it on its own. I always have Bluetooth active on my phone, so the app found the BP monitor within seconds.The app itself is rather limited, but it works. I found that it is best to have the app open when taking a reading. It will update automatically that way. OTOH, if you choose to take readings with the app shutdown, it will sync up the next time you open it. (Although, this seems to take longer than one would expect.) I had tested the app before I got the device, so I sent myself a history list via email, and it works fine. The only modification you can make to the app is to add a note. Of course you can always edit the CSV file.I am used to using a very detailed (paid version) app called "Blood Pressure Log - MyDiary" https://www.amazon.com/Zlamaniec-Blood-Pressure-Log-MyDiary/dp/B0178M2LDG - I may find it tough to break away from that, since it gives all kinds of averages for my Doctor. But, I ALSO like not having to key everything in, so we will see.The readings seem to be pretty much equivalent to my Omron 10. Seeing as I am reviewing this product just hours after receiving it, I can't say for sure how accurate it is. I can say it is not very far off. I can say that the Omron 10 is much more consistent than a couple of the wrist monitors I've tried. So, I am hoping that this unit will have the same consistency.Overall, so far, I am very satisfied.--------------------------------------------------------UPDATE 7/17/2019--------------------------------------------------------So, about the cuff. I have been using the cuff that came with the device. Instead of trying to wrap the cuff around my arm for each use, I am leaving it velcroed at all times. Then I slide the cuff on and off. Not only does this make it easier to put on, but it also saves the Velcro from weakening.Further, I can safely say that this machine is pretty consistent. I have been using it side by side with the Omron 10 arm model. Last week's average for the Omron was 115/69 while the Greatergoods average was 120/68. So, I can certainly live with a few points here or there.The Bluetooth seems to work very well. For the best results, I recommend opening up the app on your phone before you start reading your blood pressure. I always test the left and the right arm, and this machine usually reads both readings to the phone (via Bluetooth) very consistently.For the price,. this is a very good unit.

I’ve had this product a number of years and like it a lot. The main issue for me is the frequent which I replace the batteries. Rightlt or wrongly, I assume that the Bluetooth function is the culprit. I always make sure I carry extra batteries.

This Greater Goods blood pressure monitor is a real blessing. As I get older, keeping track of my health is more important than ever. This monitor is easy to use, even for someone like me, who isn't always tech-savvy. The cuff is comfortable, and the readings are clear. I love that it connects to my phone, so I can keep a record of my readings. My children appreciate it too, they can check in on my health remotely. The carrying case is handy for my travels, and the monitor is compact enough to fit in my bag. For peace of mind, and good health, this monitor is a wise investment.

When I brought mine to my clinic to be calibrated, the nurse said it was the most accurate home monitor they had ever tested.

It is very important for me to track the data across days and in AM and PM and have a graph, and this is impossible with this APP/Device.I do not have an issue with technical help and the monitor seems to work fine, but the company's Apple APP APPLICATION is awful. I bought it because of the bluetooth and that nytimes recommended it.I do not see anyone else having the problem except me, so maybe I am alone with this problem. I have iOS 16.6 the most recent iOS. Maybe it is incompatible with that. I really don't know. I am very good with computers and use of medical device and making graphs and coding, so it is not that I am incompetent.NO data whatsoever is recorded in history, It also reads "no history", although you can send yourself a csv.fileHowever even the CSV file inaccurate. It does not match all the readings on monitor and the file now deletes several new readings and is out of order.GOOD THINGS AREMaybe they will update APP and I see no one else having this problem. I do not think there is a problem with the monitor per se.The company is available by phone and email but they were unable to help since there was no issue with syncing or bluetooth and deleting all the data and app and restarting iPhone had not impact, even screwed it up more.Funny thing is that on the monitor there is an inaccurate 'three reading average' that never changes, which doesn't match anything on the monitor and stayed the same after I deleted the app, the user, the monitor.PROS: The monitor nicely syncs the DATE and TIME with your iPHONE, stores alot of data on the monitor including time. You can make a graph from that but it is too time consumingI am going to keep this in my car or at work, but am purchasing the Qardio monitor now.If you need a good app and bluetooth connection to monitor changes in BP, this can be wasted $$

All good!