Omron 7 Series vs 5 Series, Which Has Better Features?

Do you constantly monitor your blood pressure? If you don’t, it’s a good thing you’re reading this Omron 7 Series vs 5 Series comparison report. Which of these blood pressure monitors has better features? And what are these features exactly?

But before we get into that, first, why Omron? Because it’s a trusted brand. So far, it’s the name to beat when it comes to the accuracy of your blood pressure readings. Plus, it’s super easy to use and with an Omron, you can check your BP even when you’re alone.

Also read: Omron 3 Series vs 7 Series Wrist BPM: Which is Better?

Comparison Chart: Omron 7 Series vs 5 Series

Let’s get started with this report by presenting you with this chart. Scroll down to easily spot which features one model lacks but the other has.

Key Differences and Similarities: Omron 7 Series vs 5 Series

Before we present the differences, here’s a few notes about these Omron BP monitors.

One, both of them are classified as “Upper Arm” BPMs. You should know that there are also other models that you wrap around your wrist. The 7 Series and 5 Series are equipped with cuffs that you wrap around the upper part of your arm.

They’re also digital and automatic, so unlike the traditional BP monitor, you don’t have to inflate anything, or use a stethoscope to get a reading. With these Omron devices, all you have to do is to press on a button after securing the cuff in place.

As far as features are concerned, there are other models that are more advanced than these two Omrons. For instance, don’t expect to find Bluetooth Connectivity in either the 7 Series or 5 Series.

Also read: Omron Blood Pressure Monitor Series 7 vs Series 10

Now, let’s take a look at these BPMs’ most notable differences.

Memory

The 7 Series has better memory storage than the 5 Series. It can store up to 120 readings and it can accomodate up to 60 users. In comparison, the 5 Series can store up to 100 readings and accomodate up to 50 users.

Features

Unlike with the 7 Series, you can’t find BP indicator lights with the 5 Series. Conversely, you can’t find a One-Touch Use function with the 7 Series as you do with the 5 Series.

Cuffs: Easy-Wrap ComFit vs Wide Range

The 7 Series comes with a cuff called Easy-Wrap ComFit (or CFX-WR17), and the 5 Series comes with a Wide Range cuff (or CD-WR17). While both of these cuffs fit arms 9 inches to 17 inches in circumference, they are quite different.

As we learned in this video, the Easy-Wrap ComFit cuff can be explained by looking at the cuff into two parts – the “Easy-Wrap” and “Comfit” parts.

Comfit means that the cuff is “pre-formed” to ensure that it snugs into your arms comfortably. Easy-Wrap means the cuff stays in place so that you don’t have to worry about incorrect cuff placement.

On the other hand, the Wide Range cuff (or CD-WR17) is a D-ring contoured cuff that fits arms that has 9 to 17 inches circumference.

When it comes to weight of arm cuffs, the 5 Series weighs a little bit more than the 7 Series.

Weight of Monitor

The Omron 7 Series monitor weighs a bit more than the 5 Series. As can be seen on the chart above, it weighs 385 grams, which is 85 grams more than the 5 Series, which has a weight of 300 grams.

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Which One to Buy: Omron 7 Series vs 5 Series

Which of these two Omron upper arm BPM should you buy? Given all those differences presented above, here’s what we have to say.

Go get the Omron 7 Series. The Easy-Wrap ComFit cuff of the 7 Series is a big plus when it comes to convenience and accuracy.

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