The Hilo Band is worn on the wrist like a bracelet. It works by providing what’s known as optical blood pressure monitoring: ...

The American Heart Association generally recommends opting for a home blood pressure monitor with an upper-arm cuff rather than one that has a wrist cuff.

Consumer Reports sees whether wrist-cuff blood pressure monitors are accurate. Wrist-cuffs may be a good choice for people who can't use an arm-cuff BP monitor.

Consumer Reports highlights the best blood pressure monitors for $50 or less. Some budget blood pressure monitors outperform more expensive models.