Philips Heartstart Onsite AED Review: Features and Benefits

The Philips HeartStart OnSite AED is the best choice for those at high risk of sudden cardiac arrest. It is an easy-to-use and reliable device, always ready to help.

• Philips Heartstart OnSite removes barriers to owning a personal AED. It’s the only defibrillator in the U.S. that doesn’t need a prescription. For help choosing the correct device for your home, a guide to the best AEDs for home use is practical.
• The OnSite makes owning a defibrillator realistic and affordable. Its price of about $1,450 is well within a range of exceeding $3,000.
• The OnSite is an excellent value for individual buyers or small offices. It has a lightweight, easy-to-use design that doesn’t sacrifice essential capabilities.

Philips – A #1 MedTech company

Once a tech-driven company, Philips has aimed to improve life. In the past decade, it focused on health tech. This work earned it the top MedTech spot in BCG’s 2020 ranking of the 50 most innovative companies.

Philips uses its tech expertise to improve global health. It has made healthcare solutions, from hospital systems to a toddler’s sippy cup.

Research has sought effective SCA treatments since the earliest days of AED technology. Advances in microelectronics have since spawned many AED models.

Philips shows its commitment to improving lives through the HeartStart OnSite AED. It is an affordable, high-quality device with essential features. It is for individual owners and small spaces, like offices and clubhouses. It solves a problem where everyday people must respond with urgency.

The OnSite’s FDA-approved OTC status and low price make it accessible. Its intuitive design assists users without medical training. Personalized prompts make it easier to handle SCA emergencies.

High-Value Features

The OnSite AED has standout qualities. They set it apart from other public-use devices and make it a top contender.

1. full 8-year warranty
2. 4-yr battery
3. Unlike all other AEDs, which are available without a prescription.
4. versatile 2-year pads, which:

You can use it for children or adults.

They are available in child-specific form (by prescription). They adjust shock for those under 50 lbs without requiring manual input.

They are replaceable with training pads. We will insert these into the existing machine, not in a separate training unit. They come built-in and integrated as the first step in deployment.

5. user-adaptive and paced audio instructions
6. CPR guidance with a metronome.
7. Quick-shock electronics (within 8 seconds of stopping CPR)
8. Self-tests are done every day, as well as weekly and monthly.
9. For battery and pad maintenance, see the information on-site.

The OnSite weighs over three pounds and comes in a red case. Its design and audio prompts help inexperienced bystanders perform practical rescues. It has integrated CPR support and defibrillation. It allows users to respond with assurance in sudden emergencies.

Consider these locations/uses for the Philips HeartStart OnSite:

• Home and travel use, kept by anyone at risk for SCA.
• In a single location, at a “SAFETY STATION”:

• Small business, grocery store, daycare center.
• Church office, sanctuary, small private school, senior center.
• Neighborhood or mobile home park clubhouse

Using the Philips HeartStart OnSite.

In a sudden cardiac arrest emergency, the onsite AED guides you through each use stage.

1. Call 911 and have someone fetch the OnSite AED.
2. Begin CPR.
3. Set the Onsite down next to you by the victim’s head, unzip its red case, and open the lid.
4. Press the green button, activating the unit.
5. Follow the step-by-step instructions as they are delivered (You will hear a clear, calm, male voice. Layered AED design prevents missteps and protects pads within the unit until they are needed.)
   1. Remove all clothing from the victim’s chest;
   2. Open the clear protective cover with handle labeled “pull”;
   3. Pull down tab covering electrode pads from top to bottom, revealing the pads;
   4. Pull down the tab at top of each pad, releasing them from the AED case.
   5. Separate the pads from their adhesive backing and place them on the victim’s chest as shown by large graphic drawings on each pad.
      1. Follow the diagram on each pad when placing the pads;
      2. Move quickly but confidently–there is no need to rush–adaptive voice commands will adjust to your pace and repeat instructions as needed.  
   6. Once both pads are attached to the victim’s chest, take your hands away. If shock is indicated by audio instructions, press the flashing orange button.
6. You hear: “shock delivered; it is safe to touch the patient; begin CPR.”  Begin CPR again, adjusting your compressions to the metronome beat provided.

NOTE: Continue CPR until EMS arrives; follow any further audio instructions! 

How to use the Philips Heartstart OnSite

Philips HeartStart OnSite Defibrillator Features

1. Easy to set up.
   1. Pre-installed battery and pads.
   2. Simply pull green tab for initial self test and “ready” activation.
2. “i” button for instant help
   1. CPR Coaching during a rescue (On demand with the push of the “i” button)
   2. Step-by-step rescue guidance
   3. Instructions adapt to your pace
      1. Don’t run ahead, or slow you down.
      2. ii.Pads electronically note your progress and   repeat/rephrase/add prompts if needed
   4. Unit information
      1. Press if the unit is beeping
      2. OnSite tells the user what feature needs attention
3. “Quick Shock” capabilities
   1. 8 seconds to deliver a shock after pausing CPR
   2. Less wasted time during critical moments
4. Daily, weekly, and monthly self tests+battery insertion test– ensure unit readiness
5. Operates as its non-shocking training unit.
   1. Insert Adult OnSite Training Cartridge to train for adult  rescue.
   2. Insert Infant/Child training cartridges to train for pediatric rescues.
   3. Reinsert the electrode pad cartridge before storing it so the unit is ready to rescue.
6. Lightweight—only 3.3 lbs with the electrode pad cartridge and battery pack installed.
7. 8-year warranty; 4-year battery; 2-year pads
8. Semi-rigid carrying case included.
9. Adult packages do not need a prescription; pediatric pads need a prescription.
10. Stores 15 minutes of ECG and entire event data. You can transfer it to your phone or PC using a wireless connection.

Philips HeartStart OnSite Defibrillator FAQs

How much does the Philips OnSite cost?

At about $1,450, the OnSite is one of the cheaper AEDs. Buyers can often find discounts or nonprofit pricing.

Where can I buy the Philips HeartStart OnSite?

You can sell the OnSite from several sources, including:

• AED Leader (largest retailer)
• Response Ready
• Heart smart
• CalMed Equipment 
• AED Brands

How much do pads and batteries cost?

Adult replacement pads cost about $75. They work for around two years. Infant pads, available only by prescription, are about $115.

Batteries cost about $150, are proprietary, and last for four years. They must be replaced then.

Do you need a separate set of pads for children?

Yes. You can get infant pads by prescription, and they cost $115.

After you insert the Infant/Child SMART Pads Cartridge, the OnSite adapts its CPR prompts and energy for younger patients.

What is the warranty?

Philips warrants the OnSite for 8 years.

How long do batteries and pads last?

Batteries last for 4 years; pads last for 2 years.

OnSite relies on its specialized batteries and pads. Adult pads are included and available without a prescription. It is not possible to remove the adverb.

How much does the Philips HeartStart OnSite weigh?

The OnSite weighs 3.3 lbs. and is approximately 2.8˝ x 7.4˝ x 8.3˝ (7 cm x 19 cm x 21 cm) D x H x W.

Conclusion

The Philips HeartStart OnSite AED is a practical solution. It balances accessibility, affordability, and reliability. Its user-centered design and guidance make it a great choice for individuals and small settings. It has a proven track record. Help is always close in the most critical moments.