Does Galaxy Watch 5 Pro Have Blood Pressure Monitoring?

Yes, the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro has blood pressure monitoring through the BioActive sensor, but availability depends on your region and requires calibration with a traditional BP cuff.

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Regional Availability

Available in:

• South Korea (MFDS approved)
• European Union (CE marked, select countries)
• United Kingdom

Not available in:

• United States (not FDA approved as of 2024)
• Many other regions

Check if the BP option appears in Samsung Health Monitor app—if visible, it's available in your region.

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Calibration Required

Critical requirement: You must calibrate with a traditional BP cuff before first use and recalibrate every 28 days.

Process:

1. Take 3 BP readings with a validated upper-arm cuff (Omron, Withings, etc.)
2. Enter readings into Samsung Health Monitor app
3. Take corresponding reading on watch
4. Calibration valid for 28 days
5. Watch reminds you when recalibration is due

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How to Take a Reading

1. Open Samsung Health Monitor on watch
2. Tap Blood Pressure
3. Sit and rest for 5 minutes
4. Rest arm at heart level
5. Tap Measure and hold still for 30-40 seconds
6. Review systolic/diastolic results

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Understanding Results

Category	Systolic	Diastolic
Normal	Under 120	Under 80
Elevated	120-129	Under 80
Hypertension Stage 1	130-139	80-89
Hypertension Stage 2	140+	90+

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Limitations

• Not FDA approved in US
• Requires recalibration every 28 days
• Screening tool only—not for medical diagnosis
• May require Samsung phone (region-dependent)
• Less accurate with irregular heart rhythm

Unique Feature

Blood pressure monitoring is a feature no other major smartwatch brand offers—not Apple Watch, Fitbit, or Garmin. Even with regional limitations, it's a valuable health screening tool for trend tracking.

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See Also: ECG Feature|Body Composition