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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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Bruce N
2/14/2017
i am new to the company and fortunately have not needed their services but but the knowledge that they are there if needed is very reassuring both to me and my children. delivery of the unit was a little slow but the initial testing was most positive in the speed that the signal was acknowledged. the lock box is a great idea to keep the EMTs from breaking down the door, and Guardian was very gracious in providing a second lock box when we felt we had to change the code. all in all, to date, most satisfied.


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Rhea K
2/8/2017
Thankfully, I haven't had to use the medical alert, yet. When I first inquired about the alert, everyone I talked to was knowledgeable and very helpful. Since everyone was so helpful, I decided that it would fulfill what I needed so I ordered it. It came within a few days and I had it operating within a short time. It has given me a new sense of security.


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Anthony M
2/6/2017
Excellant service, product delvery and functionality. Would highly recommend. Best product on the market, have tried a few that do not offer what Medical Guardian offers. Using AT&t as their proviver adds additinal protection. You need to know on mobile devices who the carrier is and their coverage in you neighbohood. Thanks, I thought finding the right comcpany was never going to happen. My mother is 90 Yrs. old and loves it.


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Martha
2/3/2017
Since this system has been in place for less than one week, I can't say too much. However, I was impressed with Medical Guardian as I did much research before I made this purchase. My Mother is pleased and at peace now, as well as the rest of us, her family. The price is reasonable as medical alert systems go. The distance the system reaches is a real plus since my mother only has a landline and no cell phone. The initial test with the system went well except that my mother was not wearing her hearing aids at the time and couldn't hear what the technician was asking her. Due to that fact: I have been reminding her that she needs to wear her hearing aids more (and keep the radio & TV... Read More


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Larry P
2/2/2017
I received my Guardian a couple days ago and when I called to activate it, we had a problem getting it to activate. The people that I spoke to were excellent, but we could not get the unit to work. They are sending a different one at no extra cost that works differently and should be able to activate. I really appreciate the great service and the fact that they spent so long on the phone.


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Lisa D
1/31/2017
I signed my dad up for medical Guardian a month ago. Very helpful people and I love that its with him wherever he goes.


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Sheryl R
1/31/2017
I was very pleased with the representative I worked with and the results she gave me. I Had given up your service last August for a home security system whom did not supply services they claimed I had. Did not no till a emergency came up. I canceled my contract with them and soon as they confirmed I went in search of a med alert company. Found you to be rated number one so I came back as a customer and I am supposed to get equipment tomorrow. Will not change service again. You have me has a permanent loyal customer. I will gladly refer you to anyone that mentions they need your type of program.


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Sue R
1/31/2017
Thank you for all your help with setting this up for our mother/grandmother.


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Nancy
1/30/2017
I ordered for my mother online and the product came promptly. It was very easy to set up and the personal experience activation was excellent. The staff was very professional, personable and very pleasant to deal with.


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Judy M
1/29/2017
Seeking a medical alert system for my 88 yr. old mother-in-law was a little intimidating since there are so many different offerings. Medical Guardian appeared at the top of every list of recommended companies, so I called. I spoke with George for approximately 30 minutes while he explained the system and answered all my questions. I was more than happy with the product offered and paid for the full year. I was given expedited service and received the system within two days. We visited my mother-in-law today and had her system set up and ready to go within 15 minutes. She was pleased with how easy it was to operate and stated she felt comfortable with it. Even though she lives... Read More



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