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Microlife 3MC1-PC Ultimate Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor with Irregular Heartbeat Detection | 
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| Brand: Microlife
Category: Health and Beauty
List Price: $89.99
Buy New: $59.54
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Rating:  29 reviews
Sales Rank: 1084
Batteries: 4
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.2
Dimensions (in): 7 x 5.3 x 7.5
Model: BP3MC1-PC
UPC: 642632410019
EAN: 0642632410019
ASIN: B001ECQ46C
Release Date: August 15, 2008
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| Features:
| » | Detects the appearance of an irregular heartbeat and gives a warning signal with your reading | | » | Built-in Averaging Technology automatically takes three measurements and gives a single, averaged result for superior accuracy | | » | See how your reading compares to national standards with built-in traffic light hypertension indicator | | » | Automatic storage of 99 reading for each of two users, includes 2 arm cuffs to fit most arms | | » | Easy to use blood pressure analyzer software lets you easily track progress to share with your doctor |
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Product Description
The Microlife Ultimate Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor meets all of the American Heart Association's recommendations for home blood pressure monitors: third party validations for accuracy, the ability to take 2 or more readings and average them, and the ability to store readings and transmit them to your doctor. Medical Grade Accuracy: Microlife blood pressure monitors deliver the highest standards of accuracy from BHS and DABL, the world's leading authorities for accurate blood pressure measurement. Irregular Heartbeat Detection: This patented feature detects the appearance of an irregular heartbeat during measurement and gives a warning signal with your reading, while still providing an accurate blood pressure measurement. Microlife Averaging Mode Technology: The American Heart Association recommends taking 2 or more readings and averaging them for a more accurate result. With the flip of a switch, the Microlife Ultimate Blood Pressure Monitor does this automatically! Traffic Light Indicator: Now you can instantly see how your blood pressure reading compares to standards set by the National Institutes of Health with this built-in feature. Blood Pressure Analyzer Software: Includes USB cable and software for connecting the monitor to your PC. Easily chart and graph your measurements and share them with your doctor. Automatically stores 99 reading each for two users with time and date. Large tilted display with backlight. Includes 4 AA batteries. Batteries are pre-installed for your convenience. Includes two sizes of cuffs to fit most arms. Medium cuff fits arms 9.25" - 13.5", Large cuff fits arms 12" - 16" in circumference. AC Adapter included. 5 Year warranty. Programmable medication reminder alarm. Integrated cuff storage. Includes zippered storage case.
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 29
 Microlife 3MC1-PC Blood Pressure Monitor July 25, 2010
Harlan Aliment (Kaneohe, HI)
I checked Consumer Reports for a good meter, this one was highly recommended. Amazon.com had it for less than the price CR listed, a good deal. Ordered and had it within a week. I use this meter every day with the multi reading, doing three checks at once then displaying the average. So easy to use, place the cuff on, press the button and let the meter go to work. Good to say that with my daily medicine and this meter checking me, I'm doing just fine. I would recommend this meter to anyone having to monitor their blood pressure.
 Pretty good but a few issues July 21, 2010
TonyJF (New York, USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought the Microlife because I've had my Omron HEM-780 for a few years and figured it was probably time for an update. I'll just compare the two monitors since I like them both for different reasons.
(1) I like that the Microlife has the option of giving you an "average" BP reading. It accomplishes this by taking your BP three times in succession and then simply averaging its findings. I'm not sure if it really makes a difference, but I feel that this probably improves accuracy a bit. The Omron does not have this feature.
(1a) Even with the "averaging", the readings between the two monitors seem very close so either they're both right or both wrong (unlikely). Maybe I didn't need to upgrade the Omron? Oh well...
(2) The cuff that comes with the Microlife seems a little flimsy and therefore is a bit of a pain to get properly positioned on your upper arm - especially if you're doing it yourself. The Omron does not have this problem - it's very easy and very comfortable. On the plus side, the velcro on the Microlife is a lot stronger than that of the Omron. It doesn't feel like its coming apart when inflating as the Omron can at times.
(2a) The Microlife cuff also seems much more susceptible to BP variations depending on how tight its wrapped around your upper arm. If you wrap it too tight, your BP reading will be much higher than if you wrap it less tightly. This is not as much of an issue with the Omron. (I know you're supposed to wrap it so that you can get two fingers underneath, but we're all human and are not going to wrap it the same exact way every time.)
(3) The inflating tube that connects the cuff to the unit is very short (too short) on the Microlife. If you inadvertently move your arm too quickly, you'll drag the unit off the table. Not a problem with the Omron.
(4) The Microlife comes with BP tracking software. It's a nice idea, but really doesn't do anything that you couldn't just as easily do on an Excel spreadsheet, or a piece of paper for that matter.
(4a) I had to download the software from the Microlife website because the disc that was shipped with my monitor arrived in pieces. I was surprised at how much hard drive space the software takes since it really isn't a slick looking program. It allows you to enter some basic personal information and, once you've got your profile set up, you can connect the unit to your computer via a USB cable and download your BP readings. Once downloaded, the program gives you a little summary along with a graph. Again - nothing that Excel couldn't do just as easily.
(5) The noise! The Microlife is much louder than the Omron as it's inflating the cuff. Inflating time is also longer with the Microlife, even when not using the 3-reading averaging option. If you do use the averaging, multiply inflation time by 3.
(6) Both machines take your pulse. The Microlife attempts to detect heart rate irregularities and will start beeping if it thinks you've got an arrhythmia. Nice feature, but I'm not sure what criteria it uses to determine this since it's not explained very well in the manual.
(7) The Microlife comes with both the Medium & Large cuffs. No need to buy the extra cuff if you're a big person.
Conclusion: Bottom line is the Microlife seems to be accurate which is the most important thing. Would I buy another one? Not sure. It certainly works well enough, but I think my Omron is doing just about everything the Microlife does a little more quickly and a little more quietly.
Bob C July 4, 2010
Robert Chambers (SOUTHERN PINES, NC, US)
I received the blood pressure monitor days before it was scheduled to arrive. It performs exactly as advertised. The readings are very accurate, which is what you need in a blood pressure machine. It was within 2 points of the monitor at the doctor's office. I have a wrist monitor which was consistently 10 to 12 points off, which is why I ordered this unit. I am completely satisfied with this purchase.
Microlife 3MC1-PC Blood Pressure unit. April 6, 2010
Carlton Anderson (Middleburg Florida)
I am very well pleased with the unit. It not only takes blood pressure but it also monitors Irregular Heartbeat, which I have been dealing with for right at 3 years. The doctors finally put a pace maker in last week and it has made a great difference in the way I feel and the irregular heart rate is not as much problems now. I feel better than I have felt in 3 years for sure.
I highly reccomend this product for anyone who needs to monitor their blood pressure and heart rate. I give it as well as Amazon a 5 star ***** rating for sure.
Very well pleased.
Carlton Anderson
Mac users be aware. March 20, 2010
Charles Geldaker (OR)
The blood pressure monitor works very nicely to give accurate readings. The irregular heartbeat detection and the averaging of three readings are great features from my old monitor. The only drawback is that it does not come with software to transfer data to my Mac like it apparently can for a PC.
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