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Medical Guardian Medical Alert Review


ConsumersAdvocate.org Rating: 4.9 / 5 (Excellent)
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Medical Guardian is a medical alert provider that was founded in 2005. Headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, this company strives to offer services that are tailored to the consumer’s needs, complete with 24-hour monitoring. With its many plan options and devices, Medical Guardian stands out in the industry for product variety, the wide radius of its wireless devices, simple two-way communication, and for its 13, U.S. Based, 24/7 monitoring centers.
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How is Medical Guardian rated?

Breakdown

5.0/5
Monitoring
4.8/5
Equipment
4.8/5
Contract and Price
5.0/5
Reputation and Certifications

Overall Rating: 4.9 / 5 (Excellent)

Medical Guardian provides an excellent variety of high-quality, reasonably-priced medical alert systems that cater to both users and their caregivers.

The company offers professional monitoring from their 13, U.S.-based, 24/7 monitoring centers, all of which are certified and equipped to provide ongoing service even in extreme situations.

Furthermore, its state-of-the-art smartwatches put Medical Guardian at the forefront of technological advancement in the realm of medical alerts. Medical Guardian scores highly with us for its diversity of products and straightforward, customizable services.

Medical Guardian Equipment

Equipment - 4.8 / 5

Medical Guardian offers five easy to use and install devices with that can be equipped with optional fall detection and your choice of landline, cellular, or mobile/GPS connectivity.

They have five different medical alert packages available, each equipped with the clients' choice of pendant, wristband, or clip-on water-resistant alert buttons.

Their most affordable system, the Classic Guardian, boasts an impressive 1,300-foot button-to-base station range in every direction and a 32-hour backup battery life. Other devices offer even longer battery life—up to seven days.

Medical Guardian recently introduced the Guardian Mini. The unit is quite petite, weighing in at just over an ounce and measuring 1.38 inches across. You can wear it on a lanyard or clip it anywhere on your person with the clip that's included.

Medical Guardian offers a mobile app that can be set up to issue a variety of alerts to family members. For family members and caregivers who prefer not to install the app, alerts can be delivered via text message or email.

The company’s latest product is the MGMove smartwatch, powered by AT&T 4G LTE. The touch-screen device has a multitude of features that combine the conveniences of a smartwatch with the functionality of a help button. It can report emergencies to the monitoring center using the SOS app, track their steps to keep up with their daily goals, check the weather at any time, and set reminders. The watch can also be used as a messaging device between the user and their Care Circle members.
System Types
Home Landline
Home Cellular
Mobile/GPS
Help Button Option
Necklace
Wristband
Bracelet
Mobile/GPS Battery Life
168 hours

Key Features

Wearable 2-Way Communication
Waterproof Help Button
Automatic Fall Detection
Supports Multiple Help Buttons
2-Way Communication
Fall Detection
Optional Fall Detection
Water-Resistant Help Button

Additional Info

Cellular Provider Options
Verizon
AT&T
Equipment Warranty
Lifetime Warranty

Monitoring

Monitoring - 5 / 5

All of Medical Guardian's 13 monitoring centers are U.S.-based and certified by Underwriters Laboratory, which recognizes the highest equipment safety and reliability standards in the industry.

Their centers also hold the CSAA Five Diamond Central Station Certification, awarded to monitoring centers that are committed to achieving excellence in both quality standards and customer service.

With state-of-the-art servers and telecommunications equipment, Medical Guardian's monitoring centers are capable of 100% redundancy even under the most severe scenarios.
Monitoring Options
Professionally Monitored
Monitoring Center Type
Owned
Number of Monitoring Centers
13
Services
24/7 Monitoring
Emergency Dispatch
Non-Emergency Dispatch
Multilingual Staff

Contract & Price: How much does Medical Guardian cost?

Contract and Price - 4.8 / 5

Medical Guardian provides free activation for all their standard medical alert systems. Shipping is free when you sign up for a quarterly or longer contract.

Medical Guardian offers free equipment for two of its five products. Their services are equally affordable, with prices ranging from $29.95 to $49.95 a month. Its newest product, the MGMove smartwatch, has a purchase price of $199.95 and a service plan that costs $44.95. It offers enhanced features such as reminders and messaging. The lowest-cost option from Medical Guardian’s line of on-the-go and at-home medical alert devices includes a free neck pendant or wristband with a call button.
Medical Guardian does not require customers to make a long-term commitment. You can pay for service monthly. However, the company discounts its prices when you select the quarterly or annual payment option.

Starting Prices per Month

Landline
$29.95
Cellular
$34.95
Mobile/GPS
$39.95
Free Monitoring for Additional Person

Contract & Fees

Contract Required?
No
Minimum Contract Length
1 months
Activation/ Installation Fee
None
Equipment Fees
Varies by product.
Free Trial Period
None
Cancellation Policy
Medical Guardian will refund any prorated amount due based on the date the equipment was received, minus a $50 restocking fee as outlined in the Terms of Service.

Medical Guardian Reputation

Reputation and Certifications - 5 / 5

Medical Guardian devices have won numerous consumer honors. Medical Guardian is accredited by the Better Business Bureau and holds an A+ rating with the organization. That rating is at odds, however, with the poor rating awarded by customers who review Medical Guardian on the BBB website: Just 1.1 out of 5 stars.

The company earns an impressive 4.6 out of 5 stars from customers who review it on Google.

Trustpilot users aren't enthusiastic about Medical Guardian, however, and give the company a "bad" rating of 1.7 out of 5 stars. Medical Guardian does take the time to check and respond to consumer reviews.

Medical Guardian monitoring services are certified by Underwriters Laboratories, The Monitoring Association, and Factory Mutual.

Professional Certifications

  • Underwriter's Laboratory (UL)
  • The Monitoring Association (TMA/CSAA)
  • Factory Mutual (FM)
  • Department of Defense

Additional Ratings

TrustPilot Rating
11.0 out of 5
BBB Rating
A+
BBB Neutral Reviews
0
Date Collected
2023-06-27

Disclaimers


Contact & Additional Information

Homepage URL
Headquarters Address
1818 Market Street Suite 1200, Philadelphia, PA, 19103
Mailing Address
1818 Market Street Suite 1200, Philadelphia, PA, 19103
Year Founded
2005

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609 Customer Comments & Reviews

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Marylyn O
5/16/2018
I am relieved to have the services offered, but, when demonstrating the Medical Guardian Alert response to my son, it's mym and my son's belief that the response to my "test" took far too long. ( I had Advent Security System in my home prior to my move to this apartment. They always answered by the third ring. Just mentioning it because you asked for a comment. Sincerely, Mrs. Marylyn O'Brien


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John O
5/16/2018
On occcasion, when I've tested the call button, the dispatcher who answers can't hear me, but I can hear him or her clearly. When he or she calls me back on the unit, everything is fine--clear, good volume, no issues. In the most recent test I did last week, there was no issue with the dispatcher not being able to hear me when I pressed the button. Battery life is terrific. I often go three days without recharging--best I've seen among products like these. Dispatchers and sales staff are very nice, knowledgeable, and helpful.


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Jacqueline g
5/16/2018
I feel so much more confident having a Medical Guardian. If I have a medical emergency, help is only a push button away.


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kimberly k
5/16/2018
I haven't had to use your services, but when I did a trial test you were efficient and courteous.


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Carol
5/16/2018
I want to Thank Medical Guardian Medical Alert for my sense of security. I can go out and know if I need medical assistance it is there with a push of a button. I do not have to know the address because the GPS will find me. I now go out more and enjoy life!


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Nancy Z
5/16/2018
I decided to contact Medical Guardian after ending up in the hospital again because of medical problems I have. My family and friends have been worried about my safety after losing my husband two years ago. I have fallen several times in the last two years and the last time really scared me so I knew it was time to look into having an easy way to get help. Once I spoke with someone with Medical Guardian I knew I was making the right choice. After activating my system I immediately felt relief. My family and friends were also relieved when I let them know. I accidentally hit my button the other day and I wasn’t near the speaker and my cell phone started ringing. I apologized for... Read More


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Ruth A
5/16/2018
Within a month or so after beginning to use the Medical Guardian, my husband lost his balance while arising from his lift chair and the chair fell over on top of him. While trying to help him, I fell. I pushed the button and told our problem. A little while later the fire department was inside the front door asking where we were. They got us up and checked our vitals and locked the door. Our medical info was on the refrigerator magnets which came with our kit. My husband has the Medical Guardian with the portable transmitter. He does all the shopping and I know he is being watched over while he is out. My daughter said that one use was worth the price.


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Alice C
5/16/2018
Having lived alone for 25 years, I can truly say I don’t feel alone anymore now that I have Medical Guardian. It’s great to have peace of mind that in an emergency all I have to do is press a button. Their response is immediate and courteous. Thank you Medical Guardian.


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Rob
5/16/2018
I have nothing to compare MG too. But, as my first experience and without any need to activate, this system was easy to set up and appears to be "ready to work" if needed. I need to make sure that my mom in law does her monthly tests.


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Vicki
5/16/2018
At first I wouldn't have even given you guys a 3 star but after talking to Customer Service and how helpful they were I did at least do that. When my Mom fell on April 27th at 4am the operator took the information, hung up from my Mom which lives alone since my Dad passed on Feb. 1, and called me. My husband and I were out of town (2 1/2 hours away) and was told Mom had fallen and couldn't get up. I hung up and called the people that was helping watch her. Then the operator called back about 10 min. later and said my Mom had called a second time. I had to tell them the lock box was on the door and the code. one would think that information was in the computer. When I asked why they... Read More



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