AED kit 2026: what is inside, and 4 kits from $1,463.80
A complete AED kit costs $1,463.80 to $2,144.70 at AED Leader, checked 22 October 2026. It includes the AED with pads and battery installed, a wall cabinet, carry case, signage, instruction booklets and a first responder kit. The Philips OnSite kit ($1,581.80) cost $7.20 less than the OnSite alone.
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01What comes in an AED kit?
The AED
With adult pads and battery already installed, ready on day one.
Wall cabinet + carry case
The cabinet keeps the AED where people can see it; the case takes it to the patient or to events.
Signs + instruction booklets
So staff and visitors know where the AED is and how the program works.
First responder kit
Usually gloves, a CPR barrier mask, a razor, trauma shears and a towel to prep the chest.
This is AED Leader's published package list. Contents vary slightly by kit (section 2), so check the listing before ordering.
02The 4 AED kits compared (22 Oct 2026)
| Kit | Kit price | AED alone | Kit vs AED alone | Included | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HeartSine Samaritan 350P AED Package | $1,463.80 | $1,411 | +$52.80 | Pad-Pak (pads and battery in one), carry case, wall cabinet | AED Leader |
| Defibtech Lifeline AED Package | $1,721.85 | from $1,478.80 | +$62.70 | Pads, battery, carry case, wall cabinet; 4 builds by battery and shock mode | AED Leader |
| Philips OnSite AED Value Package | $1,581.80 to $1,801.80 | $1,589 | -$7.20 | Pads, battery, carry case, wall cabinet | AED Leader |
| ZOLL AED Plus Value Package | $2,144.70 | $2,082 | +$62.70 | CPR-D-padz, batteries, wall cabinet, signage; semi or fully automatic | AED Leader |
Both prices in each row come from AED Leader on the same day. Response Ready sells the same four kits.
03Which AED kit is right for you?
| Your site | Kit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Small office, shop or clinic | Philips OnSite Recommended | Simplest prompts; the kit cost less than the AED alone |
| Tight budget, outdoor or field work | HeartSine 350P | Cheapest kit, 2.4 lb, IP56, one cartridge to replace |
| Factory, farm or multi-site fleet | Defibtech Lifeline | 8-year warranty, choice of battery and shock mode |
| Gym, sports venue or trained safety team | ZOLL AED Plus Recommended | Real CPR Help checks depth and rate; 5-year pads and batteries |
Order the kit in one step
AED Leader, an authorized distributor, sells all four kits. Prices were checked on 22 October 2026; confirm current price and stock on the product page.
Philips OnSite kit, $1,581.80 HeartSine 350P kit, $1,463.8004What will the kit cost to keep ready?
| Kit | Pads | Battery |
|---|---|---|
| Philips OnSite | M5071A $99, every 2 years | M5070A $249, about every 4 years |
| ZOLL AED Plus | CPR-D-padz $230, every 5 years | Set of 10 CR123A cells $100, every 5 years |
| HeartSine 350P | Pad-Pak 01 $236, every 4 years | Inside the Pad-Pak |
| Defibtech Lifeline | DDP-100 pads $75.15, every 2 years | DBP-1400 $229.10, about every 5 years |
AED Leader prices, 22 October 2026. Run the 5-year budget in the AED cost calculator; read AED batteries explained.
05Kit or AED alone?
Buy the kit when the AED will live on a wall at a workplace, school or public building: the cabinet and signage are what let a stranger find it in the first minutes. Buy the AED alone when it will live in a car, a bag or a home, or when you already own cabinets. More: AED package vs a single AED and AED packages for business.
On a tight budget? A recertified AED is $875 with a 3-year warranty; add a cabinet later. Training is the other half of the kit: group CPR and AED training is $785 for up to 10 people.
06How many kits do you need?
Plan so that someone can reach an AED and get back within about 3 minutes, the target used in AHA guidance for public access programs. Size your building with the AED quantity calculator. Ordering 5 or more kits? Ask Response Ready for a fleet quote.
07AED kits: questions
What is in an AED kit?
A complete AED kit from AED Leader includes the AED with pads and battery installed, a wall cabinet, a carry case, signage, instruction booklets and a first responder kit. Exact contents vary by package.
How much does an AED kit cost?
Complete AED kits cost $1,463.80 (HeartSine 350P) to $2,144.70 (ZOLL AED Plus) at AED Leader, checked 22 October 2026.
Is an AED kit cheaper than buying the parts?
On 22 October 2026 the kit cost $52.80 to $62.70 more than the bare AED for HeartSine, Defibtech and ZOLL, and $7.20 less for the Philips OnSite. The cabinet and case come for that difference.
What is a first responder kit for an AED?
A small pouch kept with the AED, usually holding gloves, a CPR barrier mask, a razor, trauma shears and a towel to prepare the chest for the pads.
Do I need a wall cabinet for an AED?
A cabinet keeps the AED visible, protected and in one known place, which matters when every minute counts. Most workplaces mount it in a signed cabinet near a main hallway or exit.
How often do AED kit pads and batteries need replacing?
Philips OnSite pads every 2 years and the battery about every 4; ZOLL AED Plus pads and batteries every 5 years; HeartSine Pad-Pak every 4 years; Defibtech Lifeline pads every 2 years and the battery about every 5.
Related guides
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Sources
- AED Leader and Response Ready package and device listings (Store API), prices checked 22 Oct 2026.
- AED Leader's published value package contents: AED with pads and battery, wall cabinet, carry case, signage, instruction booklets, first responder kit.
- Manufacturer replacement intervals: Philips M5071A pads 2 years, M5070A battery about 4 years; ZOLL CPR-D-padz and AED Plus batteries 5 years; HeartSine Pad-Pak 4 years; Defibtech DDP-100 pads 2 years, DBP-1400 battery 5 years.
- FDA, Premarket Approval (PMA) database.