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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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LuAnn K
11/21/2016
Joe was very nice and helped me with my initial payment plan. I don't know if i will be needing this but having it does give you a more secure feeling. The set up was easy as well. The only reason i would have to return it is financial. If finances improve Medical Guardian is who i would feel comfortable with.


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Louise E
11/20/2016
I left a review--please send my gift card.


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Louise E
11/20/2016
I would like to leave a review and tell you that your representative gave me clear and easy to follow instructions on how to activate and test my medical alert necklace and wristband. Knowing I can alert your service to any emergency I might have in and around my home makes me feel I have security I can rely on. I'm 91 yrs. old and not lonely but I do live alone. I feel I've made a good decision in signing up for your service.


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Joseph E
11/20/2016
Very good service, received the day they said, called to activate the service and tested all components with a very friendly and knowledgeable service person. Very satisfied with service and equipment.


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Stan M
11/19/2016
I recently ordered the Medical Guardian Medical Alert system for my 92 year old mother who still lives alone in her home. My first contact with a representative of the company was amazing! The person on the phone was so helpful and was truly interested in getting me the right product for our needs! Within a few days our system was delivered. I set it up at my mother's home and called the company to activate the service as the simple set up directions specified. I could not be more pleased with the very pleasant and very helpful representative who completed our verification! Within a few minutes we were set up, activated, and ready to go. The system is very easy to understand and use... Read More


Gema J
11/18/2016
Your service is terrible! I placed an order with Medical Gaurdian and was sent a unit by you and a unit by your other company medical allert, which was also the company that charged me??? I never ordered anything from your other compnay medical alert nor did I ever talk with anyone there!! When I contactact The toll free number listed on your web site, a recording said thank you for contacting Medical guardian but when I selected the option for billing the recording came on stating it was MEDICAL ALERT??? I spoke with the women at Medical alert questioning how I got forwarded from Medical Guardian to them and she just LAUGHED and said she didnt know who medical Guardian is. Your company... Read More


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June J
11/18/2016
So far I have not had occasion to need help, but a couple of false alarms resulted in a very quick response. My problem is with the alarm device which is worn around the neck. The button is too sensitive. I would prefer it be on the side where it wouldn't be set off when I hold something in my arms.


Alvie B
11/17/2016
Loved the online brochure &. Very helpful sales person. I feel the box is very large in size. Bother the bracket &. Necklace are very big & awkward. I wish you had a more feminine style bracklet .


Sc B
11/16/2016
After reviewing the side effects of a drug that I must take to fight cancer, I was highly concerned because I am a high risk because of my heart, osteoporosis and other medicines I must also take. I decided to get Medical Guardian Medical Alert for my own safety and peace of mind should anything happen and I needed help immediately. I think it is the best decision I have made. The staff is highly responsive, professional and very thorough to ensure my safety. Highest recommendations on response time and support.


Cindy H
11/16/2016
We have not received the package as yet but the help that was received when I phone in to inquire about the service and to get it ordered was very good. They followed up with emails and phone calls as well.



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