Eko CORE 500™ Digital Stethoscope — 40x Amplification, Active Noise Cancellation, 3-Lead ECG, FDA-Cleared AI with Eko+, Full-Color Display, Reimbursement Eligible — Silver, COR503-SLV

Truly appreciated this stethoscope when I figured out how to use it and how to manually turn it off. Battery lasts a long time. It is amazing with the tinnitus ringing in my ears constantly. It has been amazing to be able to hear murmurs and subtle sounds I couldn’t before due to the ringing. I realize everyone is different when it comes to tinnitus, but it’s been a game changer for me. Great quality and although expensive, I have been super happy with my purchase.

I’ve been using the Core 500 Digital Stethoscope for a little while now, and it has definitely exceeded my expectations. The sound quality is incredibly clear—far better than my traditional stethoscope. Being able to amplify heart and lung sounds makes assessments faster and more accurate, especially in noisy environments. The digital display is simple and intuitive, and the overall build feels solid and professional. I really appreciate the ability to replay sounds; it’s a game changer when double-checking findings or discussing cases with coworkers. Battery life has held up well, and it charges quickly. If you’re looking to upgrade or want a reliable stethoscope that gives you an edge with digital features, the Core 500 is absolutely worth it. Highly recommend for EMS, nursing, and medical professionals who want the best tools possible.

Absolutely love this stethoscope. I cannot recommend it any higher! I’ve been in the medical field for 25+ years, and I’ve always had difficulty hearing with a stethoscope to discern the various lung sounds and heart murmurs. This stethoscope muffles out any environmental noise and allows me to hear with such precision, that I can hear the tiniest, faint crackle or wheeze. Every coworker that’s expressed interest in it, I’ve handed it to them told them to go use it on a patient, and they come back in awe. It is well worth the price, in buying it through Amazon you can do longer payment plans if it’s not in the budget as a solid payment. I highly recommend it. I rarely use the Eko app, but the ability to record the EKG tracing in real time is amazing.

This review is the Eko 500 Core. It's an exceptional tool for medical professionals, offering advanced functionality and superior sound quality. Here’s a breakdown: Pros: Outstanding Sound Quality: Lungs: Clear, detailed sounds, allowing pinpoint precision. Heart: Deep, rich audio with med-to-low bass for valve and contraction clarity. Wideband Mode: Balanced sound similar to traditional stethoscopes. Professional Enhancement: Allows users to hear intricate details, creating an immersive experience (e.g., "inside the lungs" or "inside the heart"). Ideal for professionals who want to refine their diagnostic capabilities. Build and Features: Durable and high-quality build that feels substantial. Intuitive screen for ease of use. Bluetooth functionality for connecting to earbuds, which is especially helpful in noisy environments like for flight medics. Capability to use without earpieces, enhancing versatility. Recording and Playback: Ability to record sounds for later review or teaching purposes. Playback allows for comparisons or consultations, adding value for diagnostic accuracy. Cons: Price: The higher price point might deter some buyers, though the review clearly shows it's justified. Overall Impression: The Eko 500 Core is not just a stethoscope but a professional-grade investment. Its cutting-edge technology, exceptional sound quality, and versatile features make it a standout choice for those serious about elevating their practice. Despite the cost, the value it provides in enhancing diagnostic precision and convenience appears well worth it. If you're in the healthcare field or looking for a gift for a dedicated professional, this seems like an extraordinary option.

Love my Eko and so glad I splurged and had my name engraved on it. We have a cardiologist that comes from New Orleans to Baton Rouge to see patients and he borrows it every time. Love that you can control the volume. Patients love to see and hear their heart beat and watch their rhythm. I dropped it and damaged it. The policy to replace it was very easy process!

I have always been a fan of Eko. Got my first Litman Core in 2022 and will never go back to a standard stethoscope again. It' works amazingly. I recently upgraded to the Core 500. A little background, I work outpatient family medicine in a urban area. I see about 25-30 patiets per day in office, predominantly adults but also children and newborns. Pros: - sound quality is excellent. Exceptional filtering. I can hear more precisely than even with my other Eko products. It has helped me pick up on more early heart murmurs (allowing for early testing and early surveillance--including an asymptomatic severe aortic stenosis that was missed by his last provider). My parents really like hearing their kids heartbeat by bluetooth to my phone to allow for audio and I have used it in teaching as well so my student can listen as i'm listening. It's structurally stable. Lightweight--I barely notice the difference between it and my stethoscope. An ergonically works well. Cons - only one I can think of so far is that it's too large to use on a newborn. I have been very happy with my eko products and I appreciate the upgrade to the core 500. 2 other docturs in my office also have them. Most of the doctors here have upgraded to the digital stethoscopes. Most of them are Eko. We love it.

This is definitely an added tool that I didn't know I would be able to utilize in so many different ways. I work full-time fire and ems and this guy is top tier. Idk about the agencies you work for but we have issues with our electrodes drying out and not reading properly or those patients you get that are incredibly sweaty no matter how many times you wipe them off with a towel the electrodes just won't stick or stay on. This stethoscope has aided in both of those occurrences many times. Yes it is very pricey but I would purchase it again. The battery life is way better than I expected. Functionally all the buttons work perfectly haven't had any issues with sticking or getting gunked up. Durability is better than expected as well. Wish their were more color options.

I am a medical student with graduate-level experience in signal processing. An early academic project of mine involved work on a portable ECG device, so I have a general understanding of the core ideas and challenges that come with designing such a device. I own a KardiaMobile portable 6L EKG device and a Littmann stethoscope with a tunable diaphragm which provide great points of comparison. My overall experience with this stethoscope is quite positive. I can see it being an useful learning tool as well, saving example EKG AND PCG recordings (simultaneously!!) of heart conditions as I observe them in the clinic. The EKG feature is easy to use, and finds a signal quite quickly (even faster than my KardiaMobile device). While it finds a signal super quick, it'd be nice to have some translation of the 3 plotted leads to the standard EKG leads found on a regular hospital system-- right now it requires some user interpretation. As far as the acoustics on this stethoscope go, it's handy to have the amplification, and I could see how it might help some clinicians with mild hearing loss. The noise-cancelling feature is also handy, reducing some of the artifactual noise you pick up with stethoscopes like the standard Littmann. HOWEVER, I find that turning the noise-cancelling can sometimes help pick up some of the higher-frequency sounds (the pulmonary setting also helps with this). Also, (nitpicking here) I've noticed the diaphragm paired with the Eko signal processing seems to be a bit different than I'm used to with the Littmann, especially on the cardio setting. Higher pressure on the Littmann emphasizes the higher frequency sounds, but on the Eko, it oddly seems to emphasize the lower frequency sounds. Also, sometimes the pressure optimal for clean EKG is not optimal for listening (in some cases). So it might require a little playing around and getting used to. Also, when using the stethoscope head paired with Bluetooth instead of the wired earpiece, there's a slight delay in the connection which is noticeable but at the end of the day is probably not a big deal, and could just be my earbuds. It is still pretty cool to be able to keep the head in my bag or pocket without the earpiece in case I see something interesting I want to record (and its fairly easy to tell on the app whether the acoustic/electric signal quality is good, even without listening). Overall, it's been both super educational and fun working with this stethoscope, and I look forward to using it more!

This device has surpassed my expectations. I work in advanced practice as a nurse and deal with a largely frail population with multiple health problems and busy environments. Being able to amplify the sound, change settings and record 3 leads has been quite something. Great sound, a really quality item with ease of use and the functionality being able to be changed as needed. Colour being plain black is a bit bland but sleek and professional. Quite a costly item but was able to use vouchers which made a huge difference to the purchase price.

EXCELENTE !!!

Awesome stethoscope worth every rupees Sound quality was much better than the litmann digital stethoscope Strongly recommend to buy this

Excelente funcionamiento. Muy práctico y versátil

Ce stéthoscope est très adapté aux personnes sourdes et malentendantes. On peut l’utiliser avec ou sans les extensions auditives tout fonctionne parfaitement. Je l’ai reçu dans les temps. Le vendeur est très sympa et très réactif et arrangeant, lorsque j’ai demandé la facture. Un sans faute pour le produit. Et pour ceux qui veulent il y a un abonnement autour de 15 € par mois qui permet d’avoir une prédiction assez fiable du diagnostic auscultatoire. Ça peut aider quand on a un doute.