Microlife BP B3 AFIB vs Microlife BP B3 Comfort PC
Better figure, where one is clearly better
| MicrolifeBP B3 AFIB | MicrolifeBP B3 Comfort PC | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Released | – | – |
| Measuring | ||
| Type | Upper arm | Upper arm |
| Clinically validated | Yes | Yes |
| Irregular heartbeat detection | Yes | Yes |
| AFib detection or ECG | Yes | – |
| Method | Automatic oscillometric upper-arm measurement during deflation; first on-sale date not established | Automatic oscillometric upper-arm measurement during inflation; first on-sale date not established |
| Accuracy | Maker manual specifies static pressure accuracy within ±3 mmHg and pulse accuracy of ±5% of the readout value; this specification is distinct from clinical validation | Maker manual specifies static pressure accuracy within ±3 mmHg and pulse accuracy of ±5% of the readout value; distinct from clinical validation |
| Clinical validation | STRIDE BP lists this exact model for home use in adults and people with diabetes, with a validated 22–42 cm cuff; its entry lists approved validation studies published in 2009, 2018 and 2021 | Exact BP3KT1-4X (BP B3 Comfort PC) is a STRIDE BP preferred home monitor for adults, with a validated 22–42 cm cuff and a 2025 study using ISO 81060-2:2018; older maker documentation cites ISO 81060-2:2013 |
| Features | AFIBsens atrial fibrillation indication is active only in MAM mode; separate irregular heartbeat indication, cuff fit check, movement error indication, traffic light classification scale and adjustable date/time | Comfort+ inflation measurement, MAM three-measurement average, irregular heartbeat indication, cuff fit and movement checks, classification scale and date/time |
| Cuff | ||
| Cuff fits | 22–42 cm | 22–42 cm |
| Cuff | Conical soft M–L cuff with removable washable cover; alternative cuff sizes are sold separately | Premium soft M–L cuff with washable cover |
| Connections and memory | ||
| Users | 1 | 2 (better) |
| Readings stored | 99 | 99 per user |
| Bluetooth and app | No | No |
| Memory | One shared 99-reading memory and average of stored readings; oldest reading is overwritten when full | 99 readings per user and average of all stored readings; oldest reading overwritten when full |
| App | – | Micro-USB cable transfers stored readings to Microlife Blood Pressure Analyzer+ computer software; no smartphone Bluetooth connection |
| Power | Four 1.5 V AA alkaline batteries or optional DC 6 V, 600 mA mains adaptor; compatible with rechargeable batteries | Four 1.5 V AA alkaline batteries or optional DC 6 V, 600 mA adaptor; NiMH batteries supported but must be charged externally |
| Design | ||
| Display details | Large LCD showing systolic and diastolic pressure, pulse, date/time and stored-reading indicators | LCD showing pressure, pulse, user, date/time and MAM indicators |
| Size | 138 × 94.5 × 62.5 mm; maker weight 402 g including batteries | 138 × 94.5 × 62.5 mm; maker weight 402 g including batteries |
| In the box | Conical soft 22–42 cm cuff, four AA alkaline batteries, textile storage bag and blood pressure diary, alongside the monitor | Monitor, premium soft 22–42 cm cuff, USB cable and software download voucher, four AA alkaline batteries, textile storage bag and blood pressure diary |
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