Beurer BM 25 vs Microlife BP AG1-20

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BM 25 compared with BP AG1-20
BeurerBM 25MicrolifeBP AG1-20
Overview
Released––
Measuring
TypeUpper armUpper arm
Irregular heartbeat detectionYesNo
AFib detection or ECG–No
MethodAutomatic oscillometric upper-arm measurement during deflation; first on-sale date not establishedFully manual auscultatory upper-arm measurement using the supplied stethoscope and aneroid pressure gauge. Hand inflation and screw-controlled deflation, with readings interpreted by the operator. Actual first retail date unresolved
AccuracyMaker manual specifies display accuracy of ±3 mmHg for systolic and diastolic pressure and ±5% of the displayed pulse value; this specification is distinct from clinical validationMarch 2021 exact guide gives 0–300 mmHg range and 2 mmHg scale divisions. Static accuracy within ±3 mmHg at 18–33°C and ±6 mmHg at 34–46°C; hysteresis error 0–4 mmHg and air leakage under ±4 mmHg/min. Maker recommends an accuracy test every two years or after mechanical impact
Clinical validationBeurer states clinical testing to ISO 81060-2 in the manual; exact independent registry confirmation was not establishedGuide cites EN ISO 81060-1 and ANSI/AAMI SP09. These standards are separate from independent clinical validation; exact independent validation unresolved and headline omitted
FeaturesSingle start/stop button, cuff fit check, irregular heartbeat warning, classification scale and automatic switch-off; maker lists no resting indicator or calculated averagesMechanical dial, separate pump ball and adjustable deflation valve. No automatic pressure or pulse calculation, irregular-heartbeat screening, AFib detection or ECG
Cuff
Cuff fits22–42 cm22–32 cm
CuffSupplied upper-arm cuffSupplied soft M 22–32 cm cuff established by exact current guide and Asia-Pacific product page. Other regional bundles are not inferred from retailer variants
Connections and memory
Bluetooth and appNoNo
Memory–No electronic storage; readings, date and time recorded separately by the operator
AppScan & Save in beurer HealthManager Pro uses a smartphone camera to record the display; no Bluetooth connectionNo Bluetooth, USB or phone app
PowerFour 1.5 V LR03 AAA batteries or optional DC 5 V, 1 A mains adaptor through USB-C; USB-C is for mains operation, not charging the disposable batteriesMechanical operation without batteries or mains power
Design
Display detailsNon-illuminated LCD, 4.4 × 5.3 cm, with black digits; maker lists no date/time displayAnalogue manometer with pointer; no LCD
Size12.00 × 9.00 × 4.00 cm (L × W × H)Product and support pages list 175 × 70 × 103 mm and 450 g. March 2021 exact guide instead lists 185 × 75 × 110 mm (±1 mm) and weight up to 540 g. Conditions and the reason for the discrepancy are not established
In the boxMonitor, 22–42 cm cuff and four AAA batteriesCurrent guide lists M cuff, pump ball, valve, stethoscope and soft bag; manometer identified in controls

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