All AEDs have the potential to save lives. All AEDs have their strengths and their weaknesses. Some AEDs are more expensive than others yet some cost much less to maintain. Some AEDs are rated better for dust and water (IP rating) and will be more dependable in certain environments.
| AED Model | Dust/Water Resistance | Size (inches) | Weight | Battery Life | Pads Life | CPR Support | Energy Delivery (joules) | ECG Display | Warranty | Shock Delivery | Pediatric Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Philips FRx |
IP55 | 2.4 x 7.1 x 8.9 | 3.5 | 4 years | 2 years | CPR Prompts | 150- 150-150 |
None | 8 years | Semi-Automatic | Pediatric Key |
Philips OnSite |
IP21 | 2.8 x 7.4 x 8.3 | 3.3 | 4 years | 2 years | CPR Coaching | 150- 150-150 |
None | 8 years | Semi-Automatic | Pediatric Pads |
Physio LP CR Plus |
IPX4 | 4.2 x 8 x 9.5 | 4.5 | 2 years | 2 years | None | 200- 300-360 |
None | 8 years | Fully Auto (optional) | Pediatric Pads |
Physio LP CR2 |
IP55 | 8.0 x 7.25 x 1.9 | 2.4 | 4 years | 4 years | CPR Coaching | 200- 300-360 |
None | 8 years | Fully Auto (optional) | Child Mode Button |
Physio LP 1000 |
IP55 | 3.4 x 9.2 x 10.9 | 7.1 | 5 years | 2 years | None | 200- 300-360 |
Optional | 5 years | Semi-Automatic | Pediatric Pads |
ZOLL Plus |
IP55 | 5.25 x 9.5 x 11.5 | 6.7 | 5 years | 5 years | CPR Feedback | 120- 150-200 |
Optional | 7 years | Fully Auto (optional) | Pediatric Pads |
ZOLL Pro |
IP55 | 3.0 x 9.2 x 9.4 | 6.5 | 5 years | 2 years | CPR Feedback | 120- 150-200 |
Yes | 5 years | Semi-Automatic | Pediatric Pads |
Heartsine SAM 350P |
IP56 | 8 x 7.25 x 1.9 | 2.4 | 4 years | 4 years | Metronome | 150- 150-200 |
None | 8 years | Semi-Automatic | Pediatric Pads |
Heartsine SAM 360P |
IP56 | 8 x 7.25 x 1.9 | 2.4 | 4 years | 4 years | Metronome | 150- 150-200 |
None | 8 years | Fully-Automatic | Pediatric Pads |
Heartsine SAM 450P |
IP56 | 8 x 7.25 x 1.9 | 2.4 | 4 years | 4 years | CPR Rate Feedback | 150- 150-200 |
None | 8 years | Semi-Automatic | Pediatric Pads |
Cardiac Science G5 |
IP55 | 3.4 x 9.0 x 11.8 | 5.7 | 4 years | 2 years | CPR Feedback | 200- 300-300, variable |
None | 8 years | Fully Auto (optional) | Pediatric Pads |
Cardiac Science G3 Pro |
IP55 | 3.4 x 9.0 x 11.8 | 5.7 | 4 years | 2 years | CPR Feedback | 200- 300-300, variable |
None | 8 years | Fully Auto (optional) | Pediatric Pads |
Defibtech Lifeline |
IP54 | 8.5 x 11.8 x 2.7 | 4.2 | 5 or 7 year options | 2 years | None | 150- 150-150 |
None | 8 years | Fully Auto (optional) | Pediatric Pads |
Defibtech Lifeline View |
IP54 | 7.3 x 9.5 x 2.3 | 3 | 4 years | 2 years | CPR Video | 150- 150-150 |
None | 8 years | Semi-Automatic | Pediatric Pads |