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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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Larry H
1/19/2017
I am very pleased with my Guardian. The service in getting it was excellent. It is easy to wear around the house and when I travel. I feel safe and secure now that I have it and I do not worry about falls any more. Larry Holloway


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Paul C
1/19/2017
Everything came as ordered. Set up was easy and the rep on the phone walked through each step with professionalism. All equipment work great and the response test went smoothly. The only thing about the equipment is the watch type button appears to be cheaply made. The bottom itself is fine, just the band that comes with it. Not sure how long it will last.


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John
1/17/2017
Easy setup and great people on the phone.


Ame S
1/16/2017
The transaction was very quick. The security specialist was very knowledgeable and able to thoroughly answer all my questions to make my decision easier. Competitively priced and fast ship.


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Steven M
1/15/2017
My sales representative was Lenny. He was very courteous and understanding of my needs during our phone conversation. He made me feel relaxed and answered all my questions to my satisfaction. Prior to calling, I had investigated several other companies and systems and I was pretty sure the Premium Guardian system was the system I was going to get I like ordering things like this over phone instead of online because I want to hear directly a person and I like to ask questions. It gives me a better feel for the company and how they do business than just filling out an order online. Lenny made me feel confident that I had made the right decision. I had specific questions on the response... Read More


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Betteray4403
1/14/2017
I called several medical alert companies and found this to be the best with no contracts or "processing" fees. The sales rep was wonderful and sincere.


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Diane
1/12/2017
I am disappointed in your company so far. I placed an order last Friday and at that time George who took my order said we would have it by yesterday, January 11 or today, January 12. I just received a message that the order would be shipped today and will not be received for a week. My father is 97 and I believe he needs your device immediately. I believe George misrepresented the reality of when the order would arrive. I believe it was making promises to make a sale.


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Anne G
1/11/2017
I just set up my Guardian service and have not needed to use it yet. Knowing it is there and working properly gives me the peace of mind and security I need. The set-up process was handled efficiently, though the call-back process for registering my additional wristband kept me on hold for 46 minutes! Although I am pleased with the quality of my Guardian Medical Alert System, I am disappointed that the cost of adding fall detection is too expensive for me. That is the main reason why I wanted a service like this. I think fall detection should be included with the base price, not as an added charge. This is the second time I've written my review but when I click on Submit Review,... Read More


David A
1/11/2017
We're very pleased with the quality of the product and feel assured that it helps maintain the safety of our mother. I would have given a 5 star rating had it not taken several days and phone calls to get the device activated. I sat in que a couple of times in excess of 20 minutes, and left at least two messages that were never returned. That was a little disconcerting. When I finally got a live person, the set up was quick and easy, with one glitch. The wall mount device had a defective battery which had leaked and so I had to run to the store for replacement batteries. Would I buy it again? Yes.


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Cathy
1/10/2017
Product came packaged well. The instructions were very clear and setup was simple. Everyone we spoke with was knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. I would recommend this product to others



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