Beurer BM 54 vs Withings BPM Connect

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BM 54 compared with BPM Connect
BeurerBM 54WithingsBPM Connect
Overview
Released–July 2019
Measuring
TypeUpper armUpper arm
Clinically validated–Yes
Irregular heartbeat detectionYesNo
AFib detection or ECG–No
MethodAutomatic oscillometric measurement on the upper arm during deflation; first on-sale date not establishedCuff oscillometric; automatic inflation
AccuracyMaker manual specifies display accuracy of ±3 mmHg for systolic and diastolic pressure and ±5% of the displayed pulse value; this is distinct from an independent clinical validation result±3 mmHg or 2% of reading; pressure range 0 to 285 mmHg; heart rate 40 to 180 bpm
Clinical validationBeurer states clinical testing to ISO 81060-2 in the current manual and an ESH validation claim in its datasheetListed as validated for home use by STRIDE BP; Withings's study followed ESH, AAMI and ISO protocols
FeaturesColoured risk scale, irregular heartbeat warning, automatic switch-off and incorrect usage message; no cuff fit check or resting indicatorSystolic and diastolic pressure and heart rate; colour-coded result by LED; incorrect-measurement indication
Cuff
Cuff fits22–44 cm22–42 cm
CuffUniversal upper-arm cuff suppliedWide-range cuff built into the monitor, 22 to 42 cm
Connections and memory
Users28 (better)
Readings stored60 per user–
Bluetooth and appYesYes
MemoryAverage of all saved readings and morning/evening averages for the last seven days; date and time storedUp to 8 readings on the device between syncs; unlimited storage in the Withings cloud; up to 8 user profiles
AppBluetooth transfer to the free beurer HealthManager Pro appWithings app (iOS and Android), syncs over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth; works with Apple Health and Google Health Connect
PowerFour 1.5 V LR03 AAA batteriesRechargeable battery, up to 6 months per charge; micro-USB charging
Design
Display detailsNon-illuminated LCD, 7.6 × 7.0 cm; illuminated control buttonLED matrix screen
Size13.90 × 9.40 × 4.80 cm (L × W × H)50 × 65 × 155 mm; 250 g
In the boxMonitor, 22–44 cm cuff, four AAA batteries, storage bag, quick guide and blood pressure passBPM Connect, charging cable, quick installation guide

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