Lifefone Review

Lifefone’s At-Home Landline system consists of a pendant, wristband, and base station. As its name implies, this medical alert system is for seniors who need coverage at home, and is connect via landline. The base station offers 32 hours of back-up battery and two-way voice for communication in an emergency. Lifefone boasts a range of 1,300 feet from base to pendant and pendants are waterproof.

In an emergency, the pendant or wristband button can be pressed, automatically connecting them to the monitoring center via the base station. Seniors can also add on fall detection to their At-Home Landline system, ensuring that they will receive help even if they can’t press the pendant’s button. There are many other add-ons such as the app, caregiver tools like medicine reminders, and lockboxes or additional buttons that can be used in conjunction with this system (those can be explored further in the drop-down below). A feature that we at iDeal Comparison appreciate is the 100% lifetime warranty; Lifefone guarantees free replacement if the equipment is faulty.

With the option of paying monthly, quarterly, or annually, this system can also be moved with the user, and spouses can be added-on for free with just a one-time equipment purchase. Overall, the At-Home Landline medical alert system from Lifefone is a great option for any senior or their families looking for protection at home.

Lifefone’s At-Home Cellular medical alert system offers the same set-up as their landline system of base station, pendant and wristband. The only difference is that rather than connecting through a landline, it uses AT&T cellular service. For seniors who don’t have a landline or have excellent access to cell towers, this is a great option.

The At-Home Cellular system works exactly the same as the landline system. A button is pushed, and immediately two-way talk connects to the monitoring center to assist with any emergency. The range to the base is the same as well at 1,300 feet, with a backup battery life of 32 hours and waterproof pendants and wristbands. And if desired, fall detection can be added on for an additional $5 a month. If the equipment is faulty or breaks, Lifefone offers a lifetime warranty with replacement at no additional cost.

This medical alert system can be paid for monthly, quarterly, or annually, and service can be moved without additional cost. Add-ons such as medicine reminders, additional buttons, or the app can be explored below in the drop down below. As for adding on a spouse, there is no additional cost beyond a one-time purchase of an extra pendant. Lifefone’s At-Home Cellular system is a great option at just a slight additional expense for cellular coverage.

Lifefone’s all-encompassing medical alert system is labeled as the At-Home and On-The-Go. Offered exclusively with a cellular connection, this system is perfect for seniors who are looking for a medical alert system that can support a more active lifestyle. The system includes a base station, waterproof necklace or pendant, and mobile device to ensure coverage is provided at all times. The base station range is less than the At-Home systems at 600 feet, but in reality this system has unlimited range with the mobile option.

The At-Home and On-The-Go medical alert system comes with GPS tracking. This is vital not only for family and caregivers to be tuned in to the location of the senior using the system, but also helps emergency services pinpoint location in case of an emergency. The pendant is waterproof, and fall detection can be added on for an extra $10 a month. The system works the same as the At-Home systems, with a backup battery life of 32 hours and easy-to-move service.

This medical alert system can be paid for monthly, quarterly, or annually, and add-ons such as caregiver tools, mobile apps, and additional buttons or lockboxes can be explored in the drop-down below. This multifaceted package from Lifefone is a great medical alert system for seniors with an active lifestyle, and with the lifetime warranty on the equipment, we at iDeal Comparison feel comfortable recommending it.

Lifefone’s innovative necklace medical alert system is all-in-one, with no need for an additional pendant or base station. The necklace is water resistant, offers up to 30 days of charge, and comes with a small charging dock. It uses cellular connection through AT&T and Verizon networks so that it can be easily used at home and on the go.

Because there is no need for another device with it, seniors can wear it around their neck and use it to alert the monitoring service in an emergency and easily speak through the necklace with two-way talk. The necklace system includes GPS to track location and ensure that emergency responders arrive to the correct area quickly.

Fall detection can be added for an additional $5 a month, but it’s important to note that fall detection necklaces have a shorter battery life of 5 days. Add-ons can also be used to complement this medical alert system and can be explored further in the drop down below. Lifefone’s necklace system can be paid for monthly, quarterly or annually, and service can be moved if necessary.

Because the system is slightly more advanced, it is the most expensive out of the four offered by Lifefone. The necklace itself is rather large which can be bothersome for some seniors hoping to have something less obvious. Overall, however, it’s an excellent device with top-of-the-line technology, and is a great option for those who are active and often outside of the house.

Lifefone offers a Home Complete package, an all-encompassing deal that includes more than just a medical alert system. This package includes the At-Home Landline medical alert system in addition to fire, smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) protection. The package includes smoke and CO detectors, a help button, base station, pendant and wristband.

The medical alert part of the Home Complete package still maintains the same excellent specs, including a long backup battery and range of 1,300 feet. The fire, smoke and CO part of the system works the same, with automatic detection if certain levels of heat, smoke or CO are reached. The alarm will sound, allowing the monitoring center to send emergency responders. Seniors can also add fall detection and other add-ons to the Home Complete package.

Only the annual pricing amount is listed, and unlike the rest of the medical alert systems, a one-year contract is required. However, this package is a great option for seniors and their families who are concerned about potential accidents, and is ultimately a tool that could prove to be life-saving.

Lifefone offers two subscription apps for seniors and their families and caregivers. The Mobile Alert App for Individuals offers a way for seniors to receive more assistance in any emergency situation that may arise. Through the easy-to-use app, seniors can call for assistance in a medical or other emergency or receive a “virtual escort” to stay on the phone until they feel safe. This app can privately track locations so that emergency responders can reach the user faster, and also notifies close family and friends on their contact list if an issue arises.

The Mobile Alert App for families offers the same service as the individual subscription with the added bonus of family members or caregivers receiving information for their senior. The app provides location updates, alerts when the emergency options are chosen, and works for up to three people. This is a great way for families who live far away to monitor their loved ones without constantly calling or texting them for their status, and keeps caregivers in the loop in an emergency.

The apps are relatively inexpensive and work with both Apple and Android products, and are constantly being updated with new features and functions. Knowing that most people now carry smart phones, this is a must for both seniors and their families.

Beyond the wide variety of medical alert systems and mobile apps, Lifefone offers a number of accessories and add-ons to fit every need imaginable. Their Caregiver Tools offer a wide variety of ways to ensure seniors living on their own are safe and cared for even from afar. Daily phone calls or check-ins, medicine reminders through the base station, and location services are available at an additional monthly cost with the option to bundle if desired. Alongside Lifefone’s medical alert systems, these tools can be life-saving while maintaining the balance of aging in place.

Lifefone also offers accessories to complement their medical alert system. Additional wall buttons can be helpful to ensure every part of the house is covered, even if the user forgets to wear their pendant. Lockboxes can be added with information on the code so that emergency responders or those on the contact list can easily access the home. And mobile chargers, lanyards and carrying cases make it easy for seniors who have an On-The-Go system to travel prepared.

Lifefone has nailed it when it comes to providing every option possible for a reliable medical alert system that works.