Microlife BP B4 AFIB BT vs Microlife BP B6 Connect
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| MicrolifeBP B4 AFIB BT | MicrolifeBP B6 Connect | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Released | – | – |
| Measuring | ||
| Type | Upper arm | Upper arm |
| Clinically validated | – | Yes |
| Irregular heartbeat detection | Yes | Yes |
| AFib detection or ECG | Yes | Yes |
| Method | Automatic oscillometric upper-arm measurement during deflation; first on-sale date not established | Automatic oscillometric upper-arm measurement; first on-sale date not established |
| Accuracy | Maker manual specifies static pressure accuracy of ±3 mmHg and pulse accuracy of ±5% of the readout value; this specification is distinct from clinical validation | Maker manual specifies static pressure accuracy of ±3 mmHg and pulse accuracy of ±5% of the readout value; this specification is distinct from clinical validation |
| Clinical validation | Microlife states clinical testing for several populations; exact independent registry confirmation for BP B4 AFIB BT was not established | STRIDE BP lists this exact model for adults and people with diabetes on approved equivalence to the Microlife BP B3 AFIB, with a validated 22–42 cm cuff; this is an equivalence listing rather than a separate direct validation trial of the B6 Connect |
| Features | AFIBsens indication operates only in MAM mode and can be switched off separately for each user; separate irregular heartbeat warning, cuff fit and movement checks, classification scale and adjustable date/time | AFIBsens atrial fibrillation indication in MAM mode, which takes three measurements; separate irregular heartbeat indication, cuff fit and movement checks, LED blood pressure scale and MyCheck average comparison arrow |
| Cuff | ||
| Cuff fits | 22–42 cm | 22–42 cm |
| Cuff | Soft M–L upper-arm cuff | UK maker bundle has a conical rigid M–L cuff; global maker page instead shows a soft cuff variant |
| Connections and memory | ||
| Users | 2 | 2 |
| Readings stored | 99 per user | 99 per user |
| Bluetooth and app | Yes | Yes |
| Memory | 99 readings per user and average of all stored readings; oldest reading is overwritten when full | 99 readings per user; average of stored readings from the last 28 days and MyBP average |
| App | Bluetooth 5.0 transfer to Microlife Connected Health+ on Android and iOS | Bluetooth transfer to Microlife Connected Health+ and USB connection to BP Analyzer+ on a computer |
| Power | Four 1.5 V LR03 AAA batteries or optional DC 5 V, 1 A adaptor through USB-C; rechargeable batteries supported, USB-C supplies power rather than charging the batteries | Four 1.5 V AA alkaline batteries or a DC 6 V, 600 mA mains adaptor; compatible with rechargeable batteries |
| Design | ||
| Display details | LCD showing pressure, pulse, user, date/time and stored-reading indicators | Large LCD with a separate LED classification scale and adjustable date/time |
| Size | 141 × 94.5 × 56 mm; maker weight 260 g including batteries | 157.5 × 105 × 61.5 mm; maker weight 415 g including batteries |
| In the box | Monitor, soft 22–42 cm cuff, storage bag and instruction manual; maker product page additionally lists four AAA alkaline batteries and a blood pressure diary | UK maker lists conical rigid 22–42 cm cuff, mains adaptor, USB cable, four AA alkaline batteries, textile storage bag and blood pressure diary; PC software and smartphone app downloads |
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