Rossmax X3 vs Rossmax X5
Better figure, where one is clearly better
| RossmaxX3 | RossmaxX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Released | – | – |
| Measuring | ||
| Type | Upper arm | Upper arm |
| Clinically validated | Yes | Yes |
| Irregular heartbeat detection | Yes | Yes |
| AFib detection or ECG | No | Yes |
| Method | Automatic oscillometric upper-arm measurement during deflation for adults; exact maker manual specifies a pressure range of 30–260 mmHg and pulse range of 40–199 beats/minute. First on-sale date not established | Automatic oscillometric upper-arm measurement during deflation for adults; maker manual gives a pressure range of 30–260 mmHg and pulse range of 40–199 beats/minute. First on-sale date not established |
| Accuracy | Maker specifies pressure accuracy within ±3 mmHg and pulse accuracy within ±5% of the reading; these specifications are separate from clinical validation | Maker specifies pressure accuracy within ±3 mmHg and pulse accuracy within ±5% of the reading; these specifications are separate from clinical validation |
| Clinical validation | STRIDE BP lists the exact X3 model for adult home use through approved equivalence to Rossmax CF175, whose validation study used ESH-IP 2010 and was published in 2015; approved equivalence is not a direct X3 validation study | STRIDE BP lists X5 as equivalent to Rossmax CF175, whose adult validation study used ESH-IP 2010 and was published in 2015; approved equivalence is not a direct X5 validation study. Its listing also mentions Bluetooth, whereas this exact non-Bluetooth X5 maker page/manual uses an optional wired PC link |
| Features | Irregular heartbeat indication, loose-cuff and movement detection, hypertension risk scale, one-touch measurement and non-storing guest mode; inflation level is determined automatically. Irregular heartbeat indication does not identify AFib specifically | PARR distinguishes pulse arrhythmia, atrial fibrillation and premature contractions; loose-cuff and body-movement indications, hypertension risk scale and guest mode. AFib indication is not an ECG recording; the manual notes that detection is limited and a pacemaker may impair it |
| Cuff | ||
| Cuff fits | 24–40 cm | 24–40 cm |
| Cuff | Latex-free Universal Cone Cuff with cuff holder; other sizes are available on request | Latex-free Universal Cone Cuff with cuff holder; other sizes are available on request |
| Connections and memory | ||
| Users | 2 | 2 |
| Readings stored | 60 per user | 60 per user |
| Bluetooth and app | No | No |
| Memory | 60 readings per user, 120 total, with date and time and an average of the last three stored readings; oldest reading is replaced when a user's memory is full. Guest readings are not stored | 60 readings per user, 120 total, with date and time; averages of the last three readings and morning/evening readings over the previous seven days. Guest readings are not stored; oldest stored reading is replaced when a user's memory is full |
| App | No Bluetooth; optional specially designed USB cable connects the data-link socket to Rossmax BP Manager PC software. Rossmax now states BP Manager PC software is discontinued and no longer available; the monitor remains usable independently | No Bluetooth; optional specially designed USB cable connects the data-link socket to Rossmax BP Manager PC software. Rossmax now states BP Manager PC software is discontinued and no longer available; the monitor remains usable independently |
| Power | Four AAA batteries, DC 6 V; optional DC 6 V adaptor rated at least 600 mA. Automatic shutdown one minute after the last key operation | Four AAA batteries, DC 6 V; optional DC 6 V adaptor rated at least 600 mA. Automatic shutdown one minute after the last key operation |
| Design | ||
| Display details | 57 × 73 mm LCD showing systolic and diastolic pressure, pulse, date/time, user memory, cuff and movement indicators | 69 × 78 mm LCD showing systolic and diastolic pressure, pulse, date/time, user memory, cuff and movement indicators |
| Size | 96 × 139.7 × 63.2 mm (L × W × H); maker weight 246.0 g without batteries; IP21 | 96 × 139.7 × 63.2 mm (L × W × H); maker weight 248.6 g without batteries; IP21 |
| In the box | Monitor, latex-free Universal Cone Cuff, batteries, instruction manual and string bag; adaptor and PC link are optional | Monitor, latex-free Universal Cone Cuff, batteries, instruction manual and zipper bag; adaptor and PC link are optional |
