Review Summary This is the summary of consumer reviews for Panasonic EW3109W Portable Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor. The BoolPool rating for this product is Very Good, with 4.40 stars, and the price range is $30.92-$59.99.
Panasonic EW3109W is a portable upper arm blood pressure monitor ideal for personal use, first one of its kind in the industry. It enables quick and reliable measurement of systolic and diastolic blood pressure and pulse through the oscillometric method. The advanced features provide detailed information to manage heart health with highest level of accuracy and reliability. It has a large LCD digital display with large, legible and clear number for easy reading which displays both blood pressure and pulse reading simultaneously. The simple and easy to use monitor auto inflates for quick, easy measurements with just the touch of one button. The cuff is designed for comfort and snugly fits (Approx. 7-3/4 to 15-3/4 inches) around the arm for accurate measurement. It easily rolls around the monitor and fits nicely in an included storage pouch for portability. The device operates on AC adapter (optional, not included) or 4 AA alkaline batteries (included).
The device has a memory capacity to store up to 90 readings for a single user. It enables the averaging feature (3 readings average) and allows saving and tracking the reading over time. The Digital Filter Technology assures correct measurement of blood pressure readings time and again with the help of sensors, which detect and isolate only essential pulse oscillation. It eliminates other noise factors which causes unreliable reading, thereby leading to quick and reliable measurement capability. The Flashing Warning System feature alerts by automatically flashing on LCD screen when the blood pressure reading are measured high or hypertensive (above 139 on Systolic and/or above 89 on Diastolic).
However, the device lacks date and time stamp and storage facility. Also, the readings are not stored automatically; instead each reading has to be stored manually with the press of a button.
Overall, the Panasonic EW3109W Portable Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor is very popular for its reliability, accuracy and ease to use. The device comes from a reputed brand in an affordable price range with 2 year warranty on parts and labor.