Beurer BM 59 vs Withings BPM Connect

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BM 59 compared with BPM Connect
BeurerBM 59WithingsBPM Connect
Overview
Released–July 2019
Measuring
TypeUpper armUpper arm
Clinically validated–Yes
Irregular heartbeat detectionYesNo
AFib detection or ECG–No
MethodAutomatic oscillometric upper-arm measurement 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 not an independent clinical validation result±3 mmHg or 2% of reading; pressure range 0 to 285 mmHg; heart rate 40 to 180 bpm
Clinical validation–Listed as validated for home use by STRIDE BP; Withings's study followed ESH, AAMI and ISO protocols
FeaturesColoured LED risk indicator, irregular heartbeat warning, date/time and automatic switch-off; no cuff fit check or resting indicatorSystolic and diastolic pressure and heart rate; colour-coded result by LED; incorrect-measurement indication
Cuff
Cuff fits22–42 cm22–42 cm
CuffCuff attached directly to the unit; no separate air tubeWide-range cuff built into the monitor, 22 to 42 cm
Connections and memory
Users18 (better)
Readings stored240–
Bluetooth and appYesYes
MemoryOne user memory with stored readings and average-value calculationUp to 8 readings on the device between syncs; unlimited storage in the Withings cloud; up to 8 user profiles
AppBluetooth transfer to beurer HealthManager Pro; maker says full functionality requires the appWithings app (iOS and Android), syncs over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth; works with Apple Health and Google Health Connect
Power3.7 V lithium-ion rechargeable battery; USB-C charging, 5 V 1 A; maker claims approximately 60 measurements depending on pressure and Bluetooth connectionsRechargeable battery, up to 6 months per charge; micro-USB charging
Design
Display detailsIlluminated inverse LCD, 4.6 × 1.6 cmLED matrix screen
Size12.50 × 4.80 × 2.80 cm (L × W × H); approximately 225 g including battery and cuff50 × 65 × 155 mm; 250 g
In the boxMonitor with 22–42 cm cuff, rechargeable battery, USB-C cable, quick guide, instructions and blood pressure passBPM Connect, charging cable, quick installation guide

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