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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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Rebecca P
12/27/2016
The representatives that I have spoken with have been very courteous and helpful. Doing the checks gave my mom good practice how loud she needs to talk for the representative to hear her. My mom did say that she didn't understand the gal during the wristband check. That is a concern. The representative was not speaking loudly and clearly. I even thought she was hard to understand. Another concern is on the shipping label Mom's name was spelled incorrectly. A representative has told me that he corrected it. I would recommend Medical Guardian.


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Jean H
12/25/2016
This rrview is based only on my initial attempt to set up the device. It was confusing when the device started talking to me before I had made the activation call. I wasn't sure if I had done something wrong or not. Also, the type on the written instructions is VERY small. The chart giving the responses is unreadable with magnificatoon. Considering the majority of your users are senior citizens, probably with less than perfect eyesight, I think this should be reworked.


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Dean g
12/24/2016
Mike worked with me to purchase a device for my mother. He was incredible in everyway. Thank you for having such competent, knowledgeable and easy to work with people.


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cindylmiller
12/23/2016
The monitoring service seems to be reliable. My dad never had to use the service for an emergency but he said whenever he accidentally pushed the button, someone asked if he was ok. After about 6 months, he told me he never took the device with him and he really didn't want it anymore. I have tried to cancel the service, but was told you have to have the device back in the mail first. That is ridiculous because my Dad is 2500 miles away and I don't know when he can get to the post office. I want the monitoring stopped! I was told by a customer representative that he would give me a free month in order to give time to get the device in the mail. Guardian is continually trying to this... Read More


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Pat
12/23/2016
Excellent customer service, knowledgeable sales staff.


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Pat
12/22/2016
I found the representative extremely helpful and accommodating. We purchased this product as a gift and we're comfortable with our purchase after speaking with the representative,Jason.


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nlittle78
12/21/2016
I have just received my device and have worn it for several days. I hope I never have to actually activate it but it is a comfort to know it is available should I need it. I recently lost my husband and my daughters felt I should have it for their peace of mind as well as my safety.


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Arlene B
12/21/2016
My Mother 92 years old fell recently. Checked out Medical Guardian Fall Alert. We ordered system and received it within 3 days. It is working great. What a relief to have her alert pendant around her neck, now I will know when she falls at home and help is on its way to her.


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jane b
12/21/2016
I called Kathy Moore at the company and she was quite helpful. Much later that evening, I called back with a change of address, and I actually got Kathy(again), who remembered me and was able to intercept and re-route the monitor-much appreciated. Today, I received a call from Deneen who noted that we had not set up the system. I appreciated the follow up. So far, so good.


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Vernon M
12/21/2016
We just received the medical guardian. I know we will fill more secure with having it. Everyone has been so helpful.



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