What is the cost of a defibrillator?
When a life hangs in the balance, every second counts. Defibrillators are indispensable tools in the battle against sudden cardiac arrest, providing a lifeline of hope when the heart falters. While these devices have undoubtedly saved countless lives, the world of medical technology is not without its financial complexities. In this blog post we will be taking a look at a few of our most popular fully automatic defibrillators.
Philips Heartstart HS1 AED Defibrillator
An AED that is lightweight, rugged and ready to go
Philips Heartstart HS1 AED Defibrillator is designed for the ordinary person in the extraordinary moment. Philips HeartStart HS1 defibrillator acts as your personal coach to guide you through the process of treating a victim of suspected sudden cardiac arrest. TheHeartStart HS1 AED provides real-time guidance through simple, step-by-step voice commands and CPR coaching.
HS1 is virtually ready to go the moment it arrives. With the Ready-Pack configuration, the HS1 AED is positioned inside the carry case, with Adult SMART Pads Cartridge and battery already installed and with a spare Adult SMART pads cartridge in place.
| Weight | 1.5kg |
| Discharges per battery | 200 |
| Time to shock | 8 Seconds |
| Warranty | 8 Years |
| Cost (with/without VAT) | £940.80/£784.00 |
Cardiac Science Powerheart AED G5 Automatic
Easy to use, reliable, and ready
Designed for first-time responders as well as experienced rescuers, the Powerheart G5 automated external defibrillator (AED) combines ease of use with advanced technology. Intellisense CPR (ICPR) offers real-time, guideline-driven feedback, while a dual-language feature helps ensure that all rescuers can deliver high-quality CPR to help save the life of a sudden cardiac arrest victim.
ICPR technology provides corrective prompts to help rescuers of all skill levels perform high-quality CPR throughout the entire rescue. ICPR measures and monitors each compression and provides feedback via voice and text to ensure that CPR quality remains within the latest ERC Guidelines.
| Weight | 2.6kg |
| Discharges per battery | 420 |
| Time to shock | 18 |
| Warranty | 8 |
| Cost (with/without VAT) | £2,394.00/£1,995.00 |
Zoll AED Plus Defibrillator
Designed for Unexpected Heroes
ZOLL AEDs support rescuers with integrated, real-time feedback on compression rate and depth. Recommended by medical professionals, the ZOLL AED Plus defibrillator with Real CPR Help technology guides rescuers in performing high-quality CPR and provides integrated audio and visual feedback to support you throughout the rescue.
Your AED needs to be ready to use at a moment’s notice. The AED Plus defibrillator can withstand many environmental conditions and has an automatic self-test capability, so you can be sure it’s ready for the rescue. And an industry-leading five-year shelf life for batteries and pads means fewer replacements, less maintenance, and a low total cost of ownership.
| Weight | 2.5kg |
| Discharges per battery | 140 |
| Time to shock | 11 |
| Warranty | 5 Years (7 with online registration) |
| Cost (with/without VAT) | £1,241.99/£1,034.99 |
Understanding the costs associated with defibrillators is essential for both individuals and healthcare organizations alike. While the initial investment might seem significant, it’s important to view it as a crucial step towards saving lives and ensuring the safety of communities.
