Mark of Fitness WS-820 Automatic Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor

Reviews of Mark of Fitness WS-820 Automatic Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor

1.) The best of the best
Reviewed by: Sherman A. Thompson Brady, TX, USA
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No BP monitor is going to be totally accurate all the time, even the upper arm cuff ones. BP can change slightly even while it is being measured. I wanted the MOST accurate wrist BP monitor available and did considerable research before selecting the Mark of Fitness WS-828, even if the name struck me as a bit odd.

Research indicated that the Mark of Fitness WS-820 is not only clincally proven accurate and top-rated in tests by the German Hypertension League, but it is one of only 13 percent tested by the League to merit It's stamp of approval. This is a big deal if you want accuracy.

But you must also do your part by keeping your wrist at or near heart level and your body free of muscle tension each time you measure your BP. And no talking or fidgiting. This is likely where negative reviewers were having problems with accuracy and consistency. Follow the instructions to the letter and you will be OK. Also remember to use the same wrist each time because BP in the right wrist will be slightly different from the left wrist.

I found my Mark of Fitness WS-828 to be within two or three points of measurements made in the doctor's office with an upper arm cuff. It is even reasonably consistent with the local Wall*Mart machine near the prescription counter.

I always take my BP with my wrist positioned against my chest near the heart. This seems to work well. The irregular heartbeat detector is a nice bonus.

In my book this wrist monitor rates a solid five stars.

2.) This wrist monitor could save your life!
Reviewed by: Deborah Gardner Baltimore, Maryland
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This little wrist monitor with the small price works as well if not better than those larger, more expensive wrist & arm models. This thing could really save your life, since it gives accurate readings and could potentially alert you to problems such as high blood pressure and irregular heart beating (it did for me one week before the cardiologist and her heart holter worn for 24 hours did!). The storage allows me to store up to 60 (I think that's correct) readings, great for me because I have to chart my daily readings. It's easy to use...I use it at home, and at the office. Light and portable, easy, and perfect. I LOVE this thing, and it was so inexpensive!


3.) Wrist Blood Pressure Cuff
Reviewed by: jslegal Columbus, Ga
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It is very easy to use. I like the fact that you case store readings for future recall, such as when you go to the doctor. Is not at all bulky and comes with a great storage case for easy portability.

4.) Its easy and works
Reviewed by: James S. Hunter Tacoma, WA USA
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I bought this monitor a few weeks ago and am completely happy with it. Its interface is very easy to understand. I've been working out regularly and its nice to monitor my progress. Also, I've been able to take blood pressure / pulse readings at full speed on my bicycle.

5.) PRECISE READINGS
Reviewed by: ROGUEPOGUE LAKESIDE, CA
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TOOK IT TO THE DR. AND COMPARED THE READINGS, THEY WERE EXACTLY THE SAME. LOVE IT AND TRUST IT!!

6.) Blood Pressure Monitor
Reviewed by: M. Magnuson Wabasha, MN
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This unit is very accurate. Wife and I use almost daily. Keeps track of your readings for up to 30 days for two people.

7.) Very Accurate and Repeatable
Reviewed by: Logical Heartland
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Not sure why the earlier reviewer had bad readings.
Note that you can not be talking or moving AND that the monitor should be at same level (height) as the heart.

I took three measurement and they are ALL within 001 of the previous reading. (If taken within 2 minutes of each other).

There are two memories, I guess M2 could be for spouse or loved one.

In the morning, I clear the entire memory by erasing/deleting the Average or "A" reading.

Then throughout the day, I take several readings (only the last 30 are retained).

The readings are numbered 1 thru 30 with 1 being the most recent.
The "A" reading is the average reading.
Thus at night or first thing in the morning BEFORE erasing the memory, I record the "A" reading for that day.

I also record if I had an irregular heart beat...note that the unit does NOT save the irregular heart beat if detected. You will have to remember that on your own.

I was so pleased that I just ordered a second one for using at work.

8.) Keeping track
Reviewed by: Gadget Guy Bridgeville, PA United States
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This is a great device for taking and recording your blood pressure. Now I can prove to my wife how she affects me.

9.) The WS-820 is a consistant, excellent value monitor
Reviewed by: Duck Springfield, MO
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We purchased a Mark of Fitness WS-820 monitor for use when traveling; we have a Omron HEM-601 for home use. Several times I have used one monitor after the other, obtaining very close results. I obtain consistent results with either monitor by extending my arm palm up with elbow on a chair armrest, wrist elevated to heart level. Results are not quite as consistent with my wrist on my chest. I like very much the compact WS-820 monitor.

10.) Mark of fitness WS-820, Automatic blood pressure monitor
Reviewed by: skydiverd69
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I think that this was a very good item, at at very good price, and the shipper was right on the money, He was right on time, no problems.Mark of Fitness WS-820 Automatic Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor

11.) Good Pressure monitor
Reviewed by: pmpddyd1 chula vista, ca United States
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I got this for my mother, who is not technologically savvy, and she was able to take her own blood pressure after only showing her a couple of times, which is a testament for the ease of use of this product. seems to be well made, and accurate, although i had nothing to reference it against. it was a bit particular about the position of your arm while taking the reading; if it wasn't at the exact level of your heart, it would return an error, but id rather that than an inaccurate reading. i would recommend this to anyone that needs to keep an eye on their blood pressure in between doctor visits.

12.) Great things in small packages...
Reviewed by: Amazed by Amazon
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My husband and I are thrilled with the Mark of Fitness B/P monitor we just received! It is within range, and I had a previous model that never was accurate. My husband's MD appreciated the fact that he now able to keep track of his own blood pressure and bring the monitor in for his appointments, and they are able to see the history for many days.

13.) Their manual says +or- 10..
Reviewed by: S. Kandiyil Columbus, IN
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I thought I did all my due diligence and bought the right product, until I read the manual. Inside the manual says, reading can be +or-10. I still don't understand several other reputed websites says wrist based monitors are good and recommended. But the product manual itself says there could be variation. Anyway I returned it, now waiting for my 780 model.

14.) As good as electronic would get
Reviewed by: J. Hack
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Keeping in mind that all electronic BP monitors can only be so accurate it's not bad.

You MUST READ THE DIRECTIONS!

After reading the directions on how to wear it, what to do - it works fairly well.

Occasionally inaccurate but believe it or not - you'll get that with these types.

Buy a manual BP/steth and learn how to do it if you're that stressed. I always have mine as a backup.

The BP monitor seems more accurate on me than the pulse.

But probably one of the better electronic BP monitors you can buy for your wrist.

15.) Not so accuracy
Reviewed by: Ram NC, USA
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My wife has BP and everytime we check its showing normal readings. If we check in CVS formacy and Walmart BP machines the readings matched with the hospital readings which is higher side like 165/95. But this machine showing the normal readings like 131/83 eventhough the reading supposed to be in high.

Thanks
Ramesh

16.) Concern about accuracy
Reviewed by: Ali Habel
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I bought this for my father who has high blood pressure, on the box says "guaranteed accuracy", on the other hand inside the manual says that the number could be different (+.-10 mmHg) than regular blood pressure device (upper arms), I don't know the importance of 10 mmHg (hope is nothing important) but this device is so easy to use.

17.) Inaccurate readings
Reviewed by: MartieGirl
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The monitor did not give accurate readings. It was always 60 or more points higher than the readings from other machines. If it was correct I would be st stroke level all the time. I returned it and will not buy another.

Features of Mark of Fitness WS-820 Automatic Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor

Wrist blood pressure monitor with irregular heartbeat detection. Clinically proven accurate, detecs irregular heartbeat, permanent memory store 30 readings each for two people. Fully automatic.

1.) Automatic wrist blood pressure monitor;
2.) Proven accuracy;
3.) Memory for 2 users;
4.) Includes carry case;
5.) Take it anywhere;

Package Height x Length x Width: 7 in. x 7 in. x 5 in.
Package Weight: 0.7 lbs.