EMAY Portable ECG Monitor | Record ECG and Heart Rate | Compatible with Smartphone and PC (Grey)

Muy útil para monitorear el corazón pero muy básico en sus funciones

I looked at several heart monitors before choosing the EMAY EMG-20. Being one of the last humans not hardwired to a smartphone I wanted something that was a stand-alone model and easy to use. The reviews were positive and I liked the idea I could hook it up to my laptop to print out results. The unit is smaller than I thought, a nice plus. The app was a speedy download and quite intuitive to use, although the owner's manual that came in the box is more than enough to get by on. A few practice runs and I was set; the results have been consistent and reassuring. I'm glad my cardiologist suggested I get a monitor for my a-fib and even happier I chose the EMAY unit. Oh, the rechargeable battery lasts for 2-3 hours, which might not sound like much until you realize each use is only around 30 seconds. That's an awful lot of tests on one charge! Always great when you find a product that meets your needs and exceeds your expectations!

INTRODUCTION: The Emay 2 lead Portable ECG Monitor cannot provide all the information from a medical-grade 12 lead ECG! However, it is an inexpensive and useful way to find out if your heart symptoms show any possible Heart Rate and Rhythm issues to share with your doctor. The Emay Report can suggest Rate, Rhythm and Waveform issues such as Arrhythmia, Tachycardia, Bradycardia, Missed Beats, ST Elevation/Depression, and various Ventricular Premature Beats (PVC's). The results can be saved to a PDF file with excellent resolution so that your doctor can validate the report suggestions. MY EXPERIENCE: (See attached ECG report extract). In my case, it has reliably and repeatedly detected an Arrhythmia (irregular heart rhythm) but does not suggest which specific type (mine is probably not AFIB but the pattern indicates Sinus Arrhythmia). I am also taking 30second samples after various activities or when symptoms such as light headedness or palpitations occur. USING IT: I found that the “Right Index Finger to Left ‘Under Nipple’ Chest connection method gives me the best results (see below for more details). It is very important to have good contact of the clean finger and clean chest surfaces with the clean Emay Metal Electrode Surfaces. It is also important to place the bottom electrode consistently on the same spot on the chest below the Left Nipple. (The manual has good photos to show the proper placement). The Emay will sample the signals and will start a 30 second recording session once it decides that it has detected a regular heart beat. However, it will collect a bunch of junk waves if you change your grip or move. I suggest that you watch the display waveform during the 30 seconds of sampling to confirm that there is a regular clean pattern. GENERATING REPORT: I was able to easily use both the PC and IPHONE based applications to download 30second Results from the Emay. This is necessary, since you need a large screen to see the waveform details. One can add remarks to the Reports. In addition, I found it best to save the Report as a pdf file to my PC. The PDF version of the report can be greatly enlarged on the PC screen to make it easier to measure the milliSeconds and mVolt data from the graph grids. In addition, the pdf reports can easily be sent to your doctor's patient portal. More details and Background: When the Emay 2electrode ECG measures traces between the Right Index Finger and Left Under Nipple Chest wall it gives a clean 30 second ECG Trace similar to the V4 to V6 leads of a full ECG report. These traces emphasize Left Ventricular electrical activity and can provide good details of the P,Q,R,S,T ECG Heart waveform. What Emay Report can do well: 1. Measure and Report Heart Rate 2. Detect and suggest various abnormal Rhythms (Arrhythmia's) including AFIB, Sinus Arrhythmias, Ventricular tachycardia, Premature ventricular contractions, Sinus bradycardia, etc. 3. Provide accurate time and voltage amplitude grids via the heart electrical waveform on the Y:mV/X:mS Graph Report Grid of the P,Q,R,S,T waveform to allow the user to measure and visualize: - extra peaks or valleys, changes in slopes, changes in amplitudes and time intervals. (Note: a trace showing AFIB will show regular QRS patterns with numerous ‘S’ wave patterns in-between indicating Atrial fibrillation). - ST Segment Elevations and Depressions (indications of ischemia) - Long or Short QRS intervals - Abnormal widths, shapes and amplitudes of R, Q, T waves The PDF report can be used by your doctor to look for signs of heart problems like ischemia (low blood flow) by looking for ST segment Elevations or Depressions, long QT intervals, etc. What it can’t do: It does not have the details and complexity of the 12-lead Report! The 12 lead Medical-grade ECG report has 13 or more linked Waveform Reports which give far more information about Heart Electrical activity. These separate traces when examined by a ECG Specialist, can give information about what parts of the heart have issues, and if the Electrical Signal Axis of the heart is normal. These reports are a blessing and a curse since these reports are difficult to interpret by most non-medical people. Bottom Line: The Emay Portable ECG monitor is a good layman’s Front-Line Heart Monitor tool for providing more than just Pulse and Blood-Pressure Heart data to share with their doctors when they have Heart Health concerns.

As a physician, I feel qualified to evaluate both the usability and the quality of a portable ECG device. After using the EMAY portable ECG monitor, I've been genuinely impressed. The device is extremely easy to use, produces consistently clear tracings, and has proven to be very accurate in my experience. One of the biggest advantages is the built-in high-resolution display. Being able to immediately view both the ECG tracing and the interpretation directly on the device is a major benefit and, in my opinion, makes it superior to its primary competitor, the KardiaMobile. Another huge advantage is no subscription. You have full access to your recordings and features without paying an ongoing monthly fee. The companion app is excellent. Installation was straightforward on both my Android phone and my wife's iPhone. We have profiles for both of us on my phone, and switching between users is literally a three-tap process. The in-app tutorials are exceptionally well done, and it's very easy to export or print ECG reports from either the app or your computer to share with your cardiologist. The monitor has outstanding battery life and recharges quickly. My only minor criticism is that it still uses a micro-USB charging cable instead of USB-C. Hopefully EMAY updates this in the next generation. Obtaining a clean tracing is surprisingly easy. Using the left arm, chest, or leg as one of the electrode contact points consistently produces excellent recordings. Compared with the competing device I've used, I find the EMAY much more forgiving—you can simply hold it naturally without needing to keep it perfectly still on a flat surface. I also appreciate the thoughtful customization options. You can: - Choose 10-, 15-, or 30-second recording lengths. - Adjust the bradycardia and tachycardia alert thresholds. - Turn off the heartbeat beep during recording if you prefer. Bluetooth connectivity has also been flawless. Unlike the competitor's ultrasonic communication system—which interfered with my hearing aids—the EMAY's Bluetooth connection has worked perfectly. While I highly recommend using the app, it's nice that you don't have to. You can still view your ECG tracing and interpretation directly on the device itself. One tip: definitely purchase the carrying case. It fits the monitor perfectly, is surprisingly compact while providing excellent protection, and even includes a carabiner for attaching it to a backpack or belt loop—a thoughtful touch. Even better, EMAY offers a 50% discount on the case if you email customer service your Amazon order number. The instructions are clearly explained on the second page of the excellent user manual. Overall, EMAY has produced an outstanding portable ECG monitor. It's easy to use, delivers consistently clean recordings, has an excellent app, exports reports effortlessly, offers long battery life, and eliminates the recurring subscription costs charged by some competitors. After using both systems, this is the one I would recommend.

This monitor is very easy to operate, featuring a bright LCD screen and a compact form factor that’s perfect for travel. The Android app produces a clean PDF report that’s simple to share, print, or archive. I use it mainly to check for bradycardia, and it has been accurate and dependable. The device feels well made, and the rechargeable battery adds convenience. Overall, I’m extremely happy with this purchase.