The purpose of a medical alert system is to notify trained personnel when the user is in an emergency. It usually has a button, which, when pressed, sends an alert to the nearest emergency service center. The device is available on a subscription-based model and may be linked to a landline or cellular network. Below are four top brands for medical alert systems. We have compared their products and subscription costs to help you choose.

GetSafe by Bay Alarm Medical
GetSafe has medical alert systems that are compact, efficient, and easy to use. They can be mounted on walls, worn around the wrist, or installed in commonly used areas. The devices are connected to the central console. Depending on the design, you can activate them with a simple button or by pulling a cord. Some products from GetSafe also have voice-enabled assistance that triggers an alert by simply repeating a command.

You can choose from three subscription plans depending on the size of your house: Starter, Standard, and Select. All have a monthly monitoring fee of $24.95. But the costs of equipment and installation vary from plan to plan. GetSafe is one of the few services that offer a 30-day trial.

Medical Guardian
The best part about Medical Guardian is that it requires no contracts, has no hidden fees, and does not charge for installation or activation, as these are covered under the subscription. But the service, subscription, and device cost vary depending on the chosen package, so it is advisable to consult with their customer service team and ask for a free quote.

Popular medical alert systems from Medical Guardian include the MGMove smartwatch, Mini Guardian single-press buttons, and Mobile 2.0 wearables. These devices are connected wirelessly and can notify emergency services for immediate assistance at the location. For home installations, check out the Classic Guardian and Home 2.0. Most devices from this brand are capable of detecting falls and temperature changes.

Medical Alert
With this brand, you get cellular-based or landline-connected home alert systems starting at just $19.95/month with no long-term commitments. The key benefits of Medical Alert’s home systems are easy installation, 800-foot range, power outage protection with battery backup, two-way communication, and fall detection.

The plans for mobile systems start at $39.95/month with a one-time programming fee for all installations. They connect to a cellular network and come with GPS tracking, speaker support, and 24/7 assistance. The necklace button wearables cost only $10/month for basic fall alert and assistance. They have accurate accelerometers, barometric sensors, and advanced algorithms to monitor the user. All devices can be connected and synced with the company’s app.

One Call Alert
This brand offers excellent features for a reasonable monthly subscription. One Call Alert’s in-home wireless cellular-based system is capable of two-way communication and GPS-based tracking. It has an emergency button that can be activated with a wearable bracelet or necklace to alert emergency service 24/7. The service is just $19.95/month, and you can also subscribe to quarterly, semiannual, and annual plans.

One Call Alert also has a product called Mobile Double, a premium wireless alert system that costs $44.95/month. It has similar features but is built into an all-in-one cellular device.

Tips for choosing the right medical alert systems
The following are a few tips for choosing a suitable device:

Buy products with a broad range for maximum coverage around the house.
Check critical components like fall detection and wireless alert accessibility.
Buy devices that can request emergency services 24/7.
Compare the monthly, quarterly, and annual plans.
Ensure systems have two-way communication and emergency SOS features connected to smart apps.