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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
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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Angela s
10/22/2016
I left a review please send me my gift card


Kay L
10/21/2016
Par excellance! The whole experience, from start to finish. Couldn't be happier or more pleased with the results. The operator was never at a loss for words, in explaining everything to me. Good job, Medical Guardian!


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Louise S
10/21/2016
I've had a wonderful buying and activation experience with Medical Guardian. My Senior Safety Consultant, Kathy Moore, was very helpful in selecting the device to best meet my needs. She has a lovely personality and throughout the process I felt she answered all my questions honestly and with my best interest in mind. Ry helped me with activation. He was patient and thoroughly reviewed everything I needed to know to insure that my device would be in reliable working order. I look forward to feeling connected and safe with my Medical Guardian System.


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meredith f
10/21/2016
My unit arrived so quickly that I was astonished. It is my second try, the first, (another company)was too bulky to wear around my neck. This premium unit is only slightly smaller but it has a clip for pockets, etc and that is how I wear it. I could hear the operator clearly when I activated it, so I assumed it will be there for me when I need it


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Wilma M
10/20/2016
I think that the instructions given me for the installation of the medical guardian system were very well done. I also feel much safer now that I wear my medical guardian button around my neck all the time. This device enables me to feel more confident in living alone in my home with my dog.e


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Fate D
10/20/2016
I just completed the setup of my medical alert system with Medical Guardian. The setup was very easy, the instructions were very clear (step-by-step), and the personnel that took my call to complete the setup was very nice and patient. As I tested my pendant devices everything went smoothly. The response time was excellent and the person answering my alert test was very nice, and ensured that it was a test and not an actual emergency. I was very pleased to know that the call was answered so quickly, and I am confident that in case of an actual emergency someone would respond to my call for help quickly. Living alone this was a great comfort.


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Karen
10/19/2016
I have a 100 year old Great Aunt that recently fell and was on the floor for 7 hours before her son (my cousin) found her. My mother at age 82 is very unsteady on her feet and recently had a heart attck. I immediately started researching medical alert companies, I also spoke with a neighbor who has Medical Guardian. I decided to sign up Mom for Medical Guardian, it was hooked up yesterday and she loves it, she feels very confident that if something happens help will come right away. Also you can get a key safe from Med Guard and they will code it with your own 4 digit code (before sending it), this way medical personnel or a neighbor can enter the house without breaking a window or door.... Read More


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Alan R
10/19/2016
After careful research I decided to contact Medical Guardian and ask about their product and services. The representative, Shawn was extremely polite and professional and I was very impressed. There was no pressure for a sale and he answered all my questions; I was convinced that Medical Guardian was for me and signed up on the spot. He followed up with a call the following day informing me the shipment was on it's way- it arrived on time as promised and I couldn't be happier. My wife is also quite relieved as she's currently away on business and feels confident that I now have a "safety plan in place." Alan Richmond, Hawaii


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Alberta D
10/18/2016
I feel very secure with my Medical Guardian. Because we are advised not to wear the neck button when we sleep, I keep my watch on my night stand and when going to bed, I remove the neck button and put on the watch. It is a very good feeling to know that I am protected if I were to fall and could not get up. Now my children (adult) will know that I have help available 24/7.


Brandy D
10/17/2016
The customer service has been amazing every time. From my first call when I asked 50 questions all the way through the process and set up. I was purchasing this for my grandmother and they have been so sweet in helping her understand how it works and how to use it. I look forward to know she is safe with this.



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