raun iCheck 7 Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor

I've had the chance to put this through its paces over two days now, and, today, I’ve been able to compare it with another premium product, the Omron Evolv. These are both truly high quality machines – classy, stylish and practical (and far from cheap – but keep your eyes on Amazon Warehouse pricing!).When I first tried the Braun iCheck 7 (which fits on the wrist rather than the upper arm), I struggled with it and disappointment was the result. I was finding the readings to be erratic and often far too low; but now I've discovered the importance of correct posture – and I am very impressed with it. It has consistently matched the Omron Evolv. Basically, it is important to sit yourself at the equivalent of a dining or kitchen table on a dining chair or stool, rather than slumped on a soft settee or armchair. This is the key to success. Using either machine like this, and being in a restful state, not having just eaten or drunk coffee or alcohol, both machines work brilliantly and give consistently matching (and I believe accurate) readings.I attach a photo of me using the two, Braun and Omron, and of the last two readings I took (but I took many, just to be sure). I realise others have found the Braun reads low. I think it's a matter of patience and posture, as I've tried to explain. I feel very confident in the machine indeed.Which do I prefer? I can’t choose – both work completely well, and with neither having any tubes, they are both equally easy to use, and both much easier than the more traditional cuff and tube variety. The Braun is the quickest and easiest because it only has to be placed on the wrist, but not by any significant margin. It’s also by far the smallest, but it doesn’t come with a case, whereas the Omron has a nice quality zipped and padded case included. I think you’d be very impressed by either. Both have excellent apps that connect them to your phone by Bluetooth and this has worked 100% of the time, smoothly. The apps both integrate with the Apple Health app, too, which automatically pulls in the readings, so if you have an Apple Watch 4, you now have the ability to measure and log heart rate, heart rhythm (ECG) and blood pressure. If you have any kind of rhythm disturbance, such as arrhythmia, fibrillation or flutter, you will be going to your specialist well prepared with very useful data over time.

I've used many blood pressure monitors over the years and Braun is my favoured manufacturer.The upper arm monitors are arguably the most accurate, but they require an upper arm to be exposed and that can be a nuisance.This monitor fits my wrist snugly and the display shows when it is in the optimal location when held to the chest. Unless two circles are properly overlaid, the monitor won't function, thus ensuring consistency of recording, though of course other factors also need to be taken in account - always selecting the same seated position is probably best, and ensuring that a few minutes have elapsed since sitting - to stabilise the heart.Once recorded over a period, the trend can be displayed whether as a histogram or as a table on the Braun app. The data can also be exported should that be required using the "Share History" button on the Profile page of the app, which also displays an explanation of the colour coding used by the monitor, and other things.Very definitely recommended. The only thing that would improve it would be to enable more than one user and to record readings separately for the two users. Of course, two people CAN use the monitor, but it renders the data in the app rather meaningless. I imagine there is a Braun model that would provide that function, had I elected to pay more.

Good product but, since the update of their own Braun app in early Oct 2024, the blood pressure readings are not syncing to Health to Apple Health as it did since I purchased it a year ago.I have asked customer service for a way to solve it and was met a standard line saying “Unfortunately, our app has never officially supported a connection with Apple health. However, this feature might come back in the next OS update.”While the above makes sense, this is a feature that was de facto part of my use so it is unfortunate that there seems to be no willingness to address it or provide a workaround.Otherwise, the equipment works well - although it often flags “low battery” less than halfway through that battery lifetime.

I always found that the upper arm blood pressure monitors either don’t work on me or give me major bruising. Unfortunately, I have a heart condition called POTS, and needing to take my blood pressure quickly and easily is imperative. Once I found this, I was over the moon - especially as it was on sale! I am unsure on whether it is worth full price of £90!! But it is a great bit of kit.Very easy to start using, very comfortable also! Connected to my phone seamlessly and was able to start using it straight away. Its not too tight when it inflates, and has worked every time. It’s actually quite small as well, so travelling with it is now not a problem. The information it gives is always accurate and the colour changing heart does help as I find it hard to understand the readings sometimes.Overall, I think its great! Very informative and easier than any other monitor I have used. Would definitely recommend, especially if it’s on sale ;)

The device does not work so not fit for purpose.