nd both the upper and lower readings were 15-20 points LOWER. I had brought the Omron BP monitor into the office with me, so she tested both it and her cuff/stethoscope on me again, then on her nurse, and concluded that the Omron's readings are, in fact, 15-20 points off. She advised me to return it. It's too bad - I really like its ability to sync with my iPhone and track readings. But, unfortunately, it's inaccurate.

d their machines for a long time and they are a great company for BP monitors. Not sure why since July if you look at the feedback and reviews, they are shipping out the wrong machine and it has a small cuff which overestimates the readings. This has resulted in unnecessary ER and doctor visits let alone the scare of seeing repeated readings of 160/110 and 170/120!!!! I will also call the company to investigate this. I would say if you receive it, take the readings with a grain of salt, make sure your cuff size is appropriate and they actually did send you the correct model.

. I like being able to show my record to my doctor but having the record is making ME more consistent about taking my BP regularly and about keeping the positive lifestyle changes going.
The cuff is easy to put on; it has a stiff cylinder as part of the cuff and the loose end "velcros" itself. The other had the typical soft cuff which I prefer but this one is not uncomfortable. Instead of plugging straight (perpendicularly) into the side of the housing like the 712C, the air tube on this one has a 90 degree fitting that rotates in the port on the machine. It is about the same size and weight is no noisier than my old one.
Maybe my commitment will wane but following the advice about when and how to take the measurement means I am seeing more consistent -- and hopefully more accurate -- readings. Sitting still for 5 min before and during the selectable 3-sample time-span is kind of like a twice-daily dedicated period of relaxation for me.