Microlife BP A7 Touch BT vs Omron Complete
Better figure, where one is clearly better
| MicrolifeBP A7 Touch BT | OmronComplete | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Released | – | 2019 |
| Measuring | ||
| Type | Upper arm | Upper arm |
| Clinically validated | – | Yes |
| Irregular heartbeat detection | – | Yes |
| AFib detection or ECG | Yes | Yes |
| Method | Automatic oscillometric upper-arm measurement during deflation. First on-sale date not established; no inferred predecessor | – |
| Accuracy | Manual static pressure accuracy ±3 mmHg and pulse accuracy ±5% of the readout. Systolic range 60–255 mmHg, diastolic 40–200 mmHg; manual pulse range 40–199 beats/minute differs from website 40–200. Cuff-pressure display 0–299 mmHg is separate | – |
| Clinical validation | Maker claims BIHS A/A using the measuring technology of BP 3BTO-A, rather than citing an exact-model trial. Medaval reports no peer-reviewed validation evidence for BP A7 Touch BT; independent headline validation omitted | Listed as validated for home use by STRIDE BP (HEM-7530T-E3, as an equivalent device) |
| Features | AFIBsens warning only in AFIB/MAM mode, which averages three measurements separated by 15-second waits; a questionable reading can trigger a fourth measurement. No ECG recording. Cuff-fit and arm-movement checks, LED classification scale and control-lock switch | 30-second single-lead ECG during the blood pressure reading; screens for AFib, tachycardia, bradycardia, hypertension and hypotension; cuff wrap guide; body movement detection; averaging |
| Cuff | ||
| Cuff fits | 22–42 cm | 22–42 cm |
| Cuff | Supplied M–L cuff fits 22–42 cm arms. Other maker cuffs cover 17–52 cm depending on size; that is not the supplied cuff's range | Easy Cuff, 22 to 42 cm |
| Connections and memory | ||
| Users | 2 | – |
| Readings stored | 99 per user (better) | 90 |
| Bluetooth and app | Yes | Yes |
| Memory | Two users with 99 readings each and an average of stored readings; oldest replaced when full. Guest mode does not retain results according to user-selection instructions and product page, despite a conflicting generic memory sentence including the guest. Adjustable date/time | 90 readings |
| App | Bluetooth 4.0 transfer to Microlife Connected Health+; micro-USB connection to BP Analyzer+ on a computer | OMRON connect, over Bluetooth, for blood pressure and ECG |
| Power | Four 1.5 V AAA alkaline batteries or 6 V DC / 600 mA mains adapter. Manual approximately 400 measurements with new batteries. Rechargeable batteries supported but must be removed for external charging; mains or USB connection does not charge them | 4 × AA batteries (included) |
| Design | ||
| Display details | Touch controls integrated into the display, with separate lock and AFIB/MAM switches. IP20 | – |
| Size | 160 × 82 × 35 mm; 312 g including batteries | 264 × 140 × 160 mm; 550 g |
| In the box | European maker bundle lists 22–42 cm cuff, textile storage bag, USB cable, four AAA batteries, mains adapter and blood pressure diary. Manual treats mains adapter as optional; supplied accessories can differ by regional bundle | Complete monitor with 22 to 42 cm Easy Cuff, 4 × AA batteries, instruction manual, storage case |
