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by Qardio • Model: A100
Portable upper-arm monitor that powers on when unwrapped and stores unlimited readings in the Qardio app.
Eligibility may vary by provider and plan. Check with your HSA/FSA administrator for specific details.
Evidence-based evaluation by medical professionals
"A beautifully designed, ultra-portable monitor for the tech-savvy user, with the notable drawback of an optional-but-pushed monthly subscription."
The QardioArm A100 is a significant departure from traditional monitors. It's an all-in-one, cuff-only device with no screen, tubes, or base unit. It's designed to work exclusively with its companion smartphone app, which acts as the display, controller, and data log. The industrial design is minimalist and elegant, making it the most portable and discreet monitor we've tested. It's clinically validated, earning a 2-star Medaval rating and a Stride BP listing. The app itself is polished and feature-rich, offering detailed graphs, location/weather tagging, and seamless Apple Health/Watch integration. However, Qardio now heavily promotes 'Qardio+', a $9.99/month subscription that unlocks features like detailed reports and medication tracking. This ongoing cost is a significant downside. While the device is validated, some validation studies were noted by Medaval for using another digital monitor as a reference instead of a mercury sphygmomanometer, a violation of protocol. It's an excellent 'lifestyle' device, but the subscription model and validation quirks place it just behind more traditional clinical monitors.
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