The best blood pressure watches to track your health

Take care of your health and monitor your blood pressure with one of these clever watches.

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by Lorna White |
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In the past, tracking and monitoring your blood pressure required a trip to the doctor, but now, thanks to technology, there are a whole host of clever gadgets, such as blood pressure watches, which you can use to keep track. From blood pressure monitors to smartwatches, it's easier than ever to take care of your health at home with these home health gadgets. Here are the best blood pressure watches on the market right now to stay on track.

So, how does a blood pressure tracker work? These trackers are great for keeping an eye on your blood pressure between GP appointments, but if you are concerned about your blood pressure, it's always a good idea to see your GP or specialist right away for the most accurate assessment of your blood pressure and health.

These blood pressure monitors take the technology of a regular blood pressure monitor and condense the components into a watch. According to OMRON, 'the watch works using an inflatable cuff within the watch band to take a blood pressure reading.'

Best blood pressure watches at a glance:

Best overall: Popglory Smart Watch – Buy now on Amazon UK
Best for style: X-WATCH SIONA Women Fitness Tracker with Blood Pressure – Buy now on Amazon UK
Best interface: Bleutty Smart Watch - Buy now on Amazon UK

In addition to taking and monitoring your blood pressure, these watches also track everything else, including heart rate, sleep quality, steps, body temperature and oxygen levels, plus more. That's why we've put together a list of the best blood pressure watches for both women and men to allow you to monitor your levels while you're on the go.

Testing the best blood pressure watches

When putting these blood pressure watches to the test we mainly wanted to check their accuracy. We tried out the blood pressure and blood oxygen levels against an NHS approved blood pressure monitor and oximeter to check accuracy of readings.

Another consideration was what additional features the watch came with, whether there was an app for example that could keep track of readings, or if it can take calls. The majority of the watches below can also be used as fitness trackers, and to track sleep patterns.

Design and ease of use was also taken into account - for example those with slimmer wrists may prefer the Popglory 44mm or the Activity Tracker, but those who are looking for something which resembles a more traditional watch may prefer the LIGE Smart Watch. For those who are always trying out new sports, the Popglory 48mm is a clear contender, as it has over 100 sports in its library.

We also looked at battery life and longevity, whether the product was waterproof and how durable the strap was.

Best blood pressure watches

Best blood pressure watch overall

While we have another Popglory smart watch lower down on our list which is very similar, we feel this one is better - it has a smaller screen size and the pink strap makes it blend in a bit more with your wrist, so like the slim Activity Tracker it's a bit less imposing on the wrist and easier to wear on a daily basis. One thing we did find is that the battery doesn't last as well as expected, it feels like you have to charge it more often than the Popglory 1.69".

You can select from multiple backgrounds and also upload your own pictures to be the background. The HeroBand app is really easy to install by scanning the QR code on the packaging, "I personally decided not to set it up to receive/make calls or connect with my messages but you can use it easily without enabling this feature. I prefer to use it just as a fitness tracker and for checking my blood pressure/heart rate."

In the app you also have a bar which shows you where your readings fall and whether they're low or high, "The colour coded bar is really easy to read and provides that extra peace of mind when you're not sure what a 'good' reading is." It's user friendly and easy to figure out without the instructions. One con of the app is it does ask for access to files on your phone, but not clear why - thought you can just keep pressing deny.

Pros

  • Smaller screen than other models
  • Intuitive and user friendly
  • App stores up to 7 readings and shows whether readings are normal

Cons

  • App will keep asking for access to files on your device

Best for easy use

This sleek blood pressure, sleep monitor and heart rate tracker comes with a number of features, such as a body temperature tracking system and step counter. Not only is it good for checking your blood pressure but this Activity Tracker Fitness Trackers Smart Watch is also ideal for runners or walkers who want to track their calories burned.

Customer review: "I've had this watch for a week now and am delighted with everything about it. Well made, looks and feels good, strap better than any of my previous watches. The instructions included with the device were easy to read, precise, clear, and relevant. The screen is bright and easy to read. Touch-sensitive and you can run tests, on heart rate, blood pressure, blood oxygen level, etc., easily. The app was simple to install, binding to the device worked the first time with no problems. The battery lasted nearly seven days on its initial charge. I could not be more delighted with my new smartwatch/fitness tracker and happily recommend it to anyone."

Pros

  • Sleek and thin watchband
  • Good for recording physical activity

Cons

  • Not the best for phone functions
  • Activity tracking (steps, distance, calories burned)
  • Body temperature monitoring
  • Sleep tracking
  • Heart rate monitor
  • Blood pressure monitor
  • Sedentary reminder
  • Message, call and social media notifications
  • Waterproof

Best blood pressure watch for sports

popglory smart watch
Price: $19.99

This fitness tracker watch has a range of features, as well as blood pressure it can also monitor sleep patterns, heart rate and has over 100 sports it can track. It's waterproof and boasts an impressive battery life, with up to 15 days of standby time and 5 days of usage with just a 2-hour charge. There are also a few different display options so you can pick which screen you prefer.

Our tester did find getting the screen to turn on was a bit annoying, you can flip your wrist over and it comes on, but "You have to do it quite forcefully for it to register, and sometimes the screen just stayed blank, which is annoying when you're just trying to check the time." The screen itself looks quite good, and there are graphics on each of the screens, the app was also easy to set up and keeps track of your readings "this was useful to see when my heart rate or blood pressure was higher than normal, and I could see how it changed throughout the day or with the activities I was doing."

Pros

  • Good battery life
  • Range of sports activities you can track
  • Blood pressure reading pretty accurate

Cons

  • Can be tricky to get the screen to turn on by flipping your wrist

Best interface

Bleutty Smart WatchBleutty

Yet another slick, light and stunning smartwatch, the Bleutty Smart Watch has a stunning interface that is easy to pick up and customise. The silicon strap is well-made and the overall feel of the product is incredible for its price. It has advanced sensor technology to measure data to help you better understand your health.

Customer review: "Very good quality, I bought as a gift for my brother and he was so happy, I’m jealous now so I have to buy one for myself! Lovely watch worth the money spent."

Pros

  • It is easy to set up and use
  • Looks sleek

Cons

  • Some accuracy issues
  • Body temperature measurement
  • Blood pressure and blood oxygen measurement
  • 24-hour heart rate monitoring
  • Sleep monitoring
  • Multi-sport tracking
  • Smartphone notifications
  • Custom dial face

Best for value

Precise, modern and minimalistic, the HONOR Band 5 Fitness Tracker is the perfect way to keep track of blood pressure 24 hours a day at an unbeatable price. It can automatically record sleep patterns, track your heart rate and also alert you to incoming calls, text messages, emails and more.

Customer review: "This is my second purchase of Honor band, one for my daughter then decided get one for myself. The band itself looks great and for the price surprised by how good it is. I got for monitoring my bpm and oxygen levels however I was sceptical, so on a hospital appointment I checked how accurate it was against the hospital monitor and to my surprise it was spot on"

Pros

  • Affordable and comfortable
  • Has a great battery life

Cons

  • Can be a little fiddly
  • Sleep monitor
  • Multi-sport tracking
  • Activity tracker
  • Alarm clock
  • GPS
  • Pedometer
  • Calorie tracker
  • Message and call notifications
  • Heart rate and blood pressure monitor

Best for men

Another far more traditional smartwatch, this bulkier metal design has great wrist feel and most importantly looks terrific. Capable of monitoring heart rate and blood pressure and even monitoring sleep, this LIGE Smart Watch for Men is a great option for a birthday gift that feels premium without completely breaking the bank.

Customer review: "I brought this as a birthday present for my very fussy boyfriend who has everything and he was over the moon! So was it's incredible value for money."

Pros

  • Nice everyday design for men
  • Good features

Cons

  • Not the best battery life
  • Stopwatch
  • Night light
  • Multi-face options
  • Alarm
  • Two-way call support
  • Message, call and social media notifications
  • Multi-sport tracking
  • Sedentary reminder
  • Remote photo taking
  • Drinking water reminder
  • Music control
  • Calendar
  • Heart and blood pressure monitor
  • Sleep tracking

Best for style

X-WATCH SIONA Women Fitness Tracker with Blood Pressure
Price: $164.00

At a great value, this X-WATCH SIONA Women Fitness Tracker with Blood Pressure can do practically everything the more expensive watches can do at a fraction of the cost. Rocking a classic circular watch design and a stunning display, use this smartwatch to check calls and messages, monitor heart rate, sleep and more.

Customer review: "The watch is beautiful to look at as well as easy to manage & I am thoroughly able to enjoy all the functions including monitoring of my blood pressure & counting my steps. I enjoy the blood pressure monitoring immensely especially as taking my blood pressure was one of my greatest fear now with this feature on my Siona Watch I have overcome this fear - amazing."

Pros

  • Nice everyday design
  • Simple interface

Cons

  • Needs frequent charging
  • Blood pressure monitor
  • Activity tracker
  • Pedometer
  • Message, call and social media notifications
  • Heart rate monitor
  • Splash-proof

FAQs

Do blood pressure watches work?

Some wrist blood pressure monitors are accurate if used as directed and checked against measurements taken in your doctor's office. You can also use an NHS-approved pulse oximeter to monitor the oxygen levels in your blood to get an overall picture of your blood pressure.

However, for the most reliable blood pressure measurement, the American Heart Association recommends using a monitor with a cuff that goes around your upper arm, when available.

How accurate are BP watches?

Blood pressure watches (or BP watches for short) are mostly accurate when compared to readings taken by your GP. However, they are known to sometimes provide falsely high readings due to poor positioning. To get the best results, ensure your watch is placed directly on the pulse point of your wrist so you can feel your radial pulse, which means making sure it's not worn over clothes.

You'll also want to make sure that you keep your wrist at heart level, stay as still as possible and don't bend your wrist while you're taking a reading.

How much can anxiety raise blood pressure?

Anxiety can elevate blood pressure by 10 points or more. Studies have shown that clinics rarely take two or more blood pressure readings, even though the ACC/AHA guidelines suggest that doing so could reduce the effects of WCH.

Lorna White is a Senior Digital Writer at Yours.co.uk. She was previously a writer at Yours Magazine writing features and news stories before joining the digital team. Lorna loves the great British countryside and likes to spend her spare time out and about in her home of Nottinghamshire walking her dog, Pippin.

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