Comments on: Omron HEM-711AC Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor with IntelliSense

By: A Rochino

A Rochino — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 08:43:19 +0000

Review by A Rochino for Omron HEM-711AC Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor with IntelliSense Rating: I have a history of hypertension and I found recently that my blood pressure had risen again in spite of a better diet and weight loss. I decided to buy this monitor to check the effect of other changes to my diet on my blood pressure in between doctor visits. This monitor was very easy to use and accurate. I make a check of my blood pressure daily and am very satisfied with the results. The unit itself arrived quickly and with no problems. The only thing I would recommend is for the user to measure his or her own bicep. If it's between 13 and 16 inches, you may need to order the Large Adult Arm Cuff. (The Standard cuff is the one included.)

By: Rita Hamilton

Rita Hamilton — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 08:30:57 +0000

Review by Rita Hamilton for Omron HEM-711AC Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor with IntelliSense Rating: I purchased this blood pressure monitor for my elderly mother. I had a few requirements. 1) That it was easy to use, 2) That it was easy to read, because my mother has poor vision, and 3) that it produces good output. This machine does all of the above and comes with a an alternative power source too! We are pleased.

By: White Shoe Navy

White Shoe Navy — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 07:40:10 +0000

Review by White Shoe Navy for Omron HEM-711AC Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor with IntelliSense Rating: Being a nurse, i've used all sorts of makes and models to monitor blood pressure, including the self application type. Most are flawed by poor unstable connectors, tubes too short to reach between patient and device, clumsy to wrap, the air supply knob is either too tight or too loose, or electrical cords too short to be practical, etc. I was hesitant, skeptical and reluctant to pay this much. (I don't mind so much if it just works!)
Now that the OMRON DLX Automatic Comfort Cuff has been in use for almost a month, it has proven it's worth!
All the cords/connections are ample and stable. The reading is accurate and easy to obtain, even one-handed. It stays put when placed on the upper arm above the elbow, is comfortable and easy to complete the velcro closure. The memory allows comparison over a significant period of time and is a handy feature.
I haven't tried to use it on battery power, but it gets my thumbs up!

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 06:49:15 +0000

Review by for Omron HEM-711AC Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor with IntelliSense Rating: I have had 3 blood pressure cuffs. This one is the best. It stores measurements including pulse. Wrist cuffs are a waste of money and can give you inaccurate information. Bicep cuffs are the best. Omron has a very good reputation among health professionals. A word of caution, you need to use the cuff properly and to always use it the same way. It is also important to take several measurements (2 a day) when you are measuring trends. And you need to average the results for 4-5 days. If you do this you can manage your blood pressure through a combination of drugs, exercise and diet. A good set of records will allow you to measure your progress. For example, if you want to know the benefit of an exercise program (benefit in reducing BP) you can measure this. The same is true of low sodium diet. This cuff is very good and with the AC adapter you can make many meausrements and depend on the consistency of the measurement if not the accuracy. Consistency is important.Good luck.

By: Concerned reader

Concerned reader — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 05:59:54 +0000

Assess by Concerned reader for Omron HEM-711AC Involuntary Blood Pressure Monitor with IntelliSense
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Two of the previous reviewers noted that their monitors didn’t accurately read their blood pressure. I’m wondering if they made the same mistake that I made with my first two readings. My first two readings were 20 points higher than normal!! And then I read the instructions and realized that the air pump had to be on the same side as the palm of your hand. Tried a third time, making sure I had the air pump properly positioned. The next reading was normal. What a relief.

When I was researching which monitor to get, I debated between the Omron HEM-780 and this one. For whatever reason, the HEM-780 sells more on Amazon. The only compensation I could see, but, were that it had a better cuff, a so-called Comfit cuff, and saves the last 90 readings rather than the last 60. What sold me on this unit, but, was a feature that the HEM-780 doesn’t be inflicted with — an irregular sensitivity beat indicator (not mentioned in the Amazon.com description but publicized in the PDF of the owner’s manual at http://www.omronhealthcare.com). Since the 9″-13″ upper arm cuff was fine for me, I bought this unit and it’s perfect for my needs. The Omron technology is otherwise the same for both units and the cuff on this unit is also comfortable so no call for for the Comfit cuff. If you call for a better cuff (up to 17″), buy the HEM-780. If not, save the $12, get the same technology with the added bonus of the irregular sensitivity beat indicator.