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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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mary a
7/9/2016
the device arrived last week but i had been so busy i didn't activate it to just this week. my concerned daughters ordered it for me. neither was available to 'help me' get it set up as i thought that was going to be a big job. it was so simple, plug it in, charge it, call the customer number, very nice operators on other end have always been so patient and helpful. it was set up in no time at all. if i have any questions i know i can depend on someone answering with as much courtesy.it was far easier than i anticipated and i really didn't need daughter to help. i have not had it on long enough to put it to test, thank goodness. but i wear it all times but to bed, when it can be charged... Read More


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Rona R
7/9/2016
I was very impressed how efficient and smoothly my order was processed for my wife. . Instructions were very easy to follow. It was a pleasure doing business with your company and would give it the highest recommendation!!! Jr


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Rosemary S
7/5/2016
The staff at Medical Guardian, especially Len H., my contact and Safety Advisor, were FANTASTIC! It is hard to find a company these days that was willing to go the extra mile for us and help with our group of 30 elderly parishioners who needed the alert systems in their homes. They were extremely patient, shipped out our systems very quickly, all the documentation was typed and in the individual's boxes. The activation process was fast and easy. Everyone I encountered from Medical Guardian were courteous, polite, so willing to assist and I would recommend them to everyone. Kudos to Len H. especially!! Without his patience and bending over backwards for me to get this all through the... Read More


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Gery W
7/4/2016
I purchased this for my mother. She's been falling and even though there are emergency pull cords in her independent senior living apartment, I wanted her to have a pendant for an easier call for help. The unit arrived within a few days and was very easy to activate.


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Ken T
7/3/2016
I love this Medical Guardian system i now have piece of mind when i am away from my loved one. The people at Guardian are extra friendly and very helpful and real easy to get in touch with.The system is super easy to use and set up I recommend this system to everyone you can't go wrong using it. Thanks for a great product.


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Joan C
7/2/2016
Bill Corson was wonderful. He explained everything to me and was extremely patient with all my questions. I was sure I was getting the right system for my needs. I will certainly tell my friends about him when they are ready for to take the plunge. When the system arrived I called to activate it. I unfortunately don't remember the woman's name. She too was great and walked me through the process. We had a small problem locating the bracelet. She hung up, took care of it and called me right back and it was fixed. I look forward to workong with the company, hoping I never have a reason to need them


Gordon L
7/2/2016
Ordered a unit for my Mother's home. The agent on the phone was so helpful that I can not say enough good things about my experience with this company. I had previously called a competitor and got verbally assaulted and actually accused of parental abuse over the phone. (Without saying their name...I think you know who I'm referring to, I just wanted to be able to reach through the phone and slap that woman's face. She deserved it!) Anyway, Medical Guardian treated our case with respect and professionalism. I am grateful for their assistance.


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Bruce R
7/2/2016
I was very impressed with Jeff, our sales person. He was knowledgeable and extremely helpful...no high pressure. We purchased the Premium Guardian. The price is right. Signing up and setting up was simple. We received the product quickly. I'm very impressed. Thank you.


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Stephen
7/1/2016
After a significant amount of research, I called Medical Guardian based on their consistent placement as the #1 medical alert system for 2016. That call was one of the best calls that I have made for providing the peace of mind that my family now has knowing my elderly mother is protected. After speaking with Harry on the phone exploring all of the options, benefits, and plus/minuses of the different systems, I decided on the Home Guardian system with fall protection. It arrived in two days, just as Harry said it would, was very easy to set up, just as Harry said it would be. I could not be happier with mu purchase and have nothing but wonderful things to say about everyone I spoke to at... Read More


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Heather S
7/1/2016
Customer service has been very helpful. The unit works very good. I'm only concerned about the operator being able to hear my father if he falls the full 600 yards away in another room. It would be great if the neck piece had a microphone too!



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