Microlife BP B6 Connect vs Omron M7 Intelli IT AFib

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BP B6 Connect compared with M7 Intelli IT AFib
MicrolifeBP B6 ConnectOmronM7 Intelli IT AFib
Overview
Released–September 2024
Measuring
TypeUpper armUpper arm
Clinically validatedYesYes
Irregular heartbeat detectionYesYes
AFib detection or ECGYesYes
MethodAutomatic oscillometric upper-arm measurement; first on-sale date not establishedAutomatic oscillometric upper-arm measurement; model HEM-7380T1-EBK
AccuracyMaker manual specifies static pressure accuracy of ±3 mmHg and pulse accuracy of ±5% of the readout value; this specification is distinct from clinical validationPressure ±3 mmHg; pulse ±5% of the displayed reading
Clinical validationSTRIDE 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 ConnectSTRIDE BP lists HEM-7380T1-EBK as an approved equivalent of Omron BP760N, for adults, type 2 diabetes and pregnancy including preeclampsia
FeaturesAFIBsens 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 arrowScreens for possible AFib from pulse waves during routine readings; does not record an ECG. Irregular heartbeat and body movement indicators, cuff wrap guide and TruRead three-reading averaging
Cuff
Cuff fits22–42 cm22–42 cm
CuffUK maker bundle has a conical rigid M–L cuff; global maker page instead shows a soft cuff variantHEM-FL31 Intelli Wrap Cuff, 22 to 42 cm; 750 mm air tube
Connections and memory
Users22
Readings stored99 per user100 per user (better)
Bluetooth and appYesYes
Memory99 readings per user; average of stored readings from the last 28 days and MyBP average100 readings per user for two users, plus guest mode; morning, evening and weekly averages
AppBluetooth transfer to Microlife Connected Health+ and USB connection to BP Analyzer+ on a computerOMRON connect over Bluetooth Low Energy
PowerFour 1.5 V AA alkaline batteries or a DC 6 V, 600 mA mains adaptor; compatible with rechargeable batteriesFour AA batteries included; optional AC adapter. Approximately 700 measurements with new alkaline batteries (fewer when using TruRead)
Design
Display detailsLarge LCD with a separate LED classification scale and adjustable date/timeDigital LCD showing blood pressure and pulse, with previous-reading comparison
Size157.5 × 105 × 61.5 mm; maker weight 415 g including batteries191 × 85 × 117 mm (W × H × D); monitor 440 g without batteries, cuff approximately 163 g
In the boxUK 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 downloadsMonitor, Intelli Wrap Cuff, four AA batteries, instruction manuals, storage case and blood pressure pass

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