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Philips HeartStart — the AED that works when nobody trained.

Q: How much does a Philips HeartStart cost in 2026?

OnSite ~$1,529, FRx ~$1,599, FR3 ~$2,295 retail. Authorized distributor pricing may vary.

Q: How long do Philips AED batteries last?

The M5070A lithium primary battery has a 4-year shelf life when properly maintained.

Q: How long do Philips AED pads last?

SMART Pads II (FRx) and SMART Pads (OnSite) last 2 years from manufacture date.

Q: Does Philips have a pediatric mode?

OnSite uses separate pediatric pads. FRx uses a single Infant/Child Key insert that reconfigures the device for pediatric use — no pad swap needed.

Q: Is Philips OnSite weatherproof?

No. OnSite is rated IP21 — indoor use only. For outdoor or humid deployment, use FRx (IP55) or FR3 (IP55).

Q: Where do I buy a Philips AED?

Through authorized US distributors like AED Leader or Response Ready. Avoid gray-market resellers — warranty void, recall notification gaps.

Philips designed HeartStart around one insight: the person opening the AED almost certainly did not train for this moment. Pull-handle activation, one-hand pad deployment, calm voice prompts, no on/off button. The most-deployed AED brand in US public buildings — for reasons that hold up under scrutiny.

Updated · July 2026 · Editorial methodology

Philips HeartStart is our 2026 Editor’s Pick for untrained-staff workplaces. The lineup has three FDA-approved models: FRx ($1,944 · K-12 and mixed adult/child), OnSite ($1,529 new · $1,349 recertified · adults-only offices), and FR3 ($4,995 · EMS). The recertified OnSite is our value pick — same 8-year warranty and FDA PMA clearance, $500+ savings.

Philips HeartStart OnSite Recertified — the safest AED buy under $1,400.

Best For Untrained-Staff Offices · Retail · Low-Risk Indoor

Same FDA PMA clearance. Same 8-year manufacturer warranty. Same pull-handle simplicity. Recertified units from authorized US distributors undergo full internal diagnostics, capacitor test, and battery replacement before resale. Verified as the network’s most-purchased AED across the last 90 days.

Who is Philips Healthcare?

Royal Philips (Koninklijke Philips N.V.) is a Dutch multinational health technology company headquartered in Amsterdam. Philips manufactures FDA-approved HeartStart AEDs through its Personal Health division. Publicly traded on NYSE:PHG and Euronext Amsterdam.

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Corporate facts verified from Philips Annual Report FY2024 and SEC 20-F filings. FDA approval status is verified monthly at accessdata.fda.gov/PMA. Warranty terms from Philips HeartStart datasheet on file.

⚡ Editorial Methodology · Since 2024

How we verify every Philips claim — 4 primary sources.

AED Best Brands does not run a physical lab. We are an editorial AED-review publication. What we do is rigorously cross-verify every manufacturer claim against 4 public sources — every fact on this page traces to one of them.

01 · FDA PMA

02 · FDA MAUDE

03 · PHILIPS DATASHEET

04 · AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTOR

Every FDA-approved AED manufacturer, ranked.

Ranked by editorial fit for the US mid-market — offices, schools, gyms, public spaces. Each brand card links to a full deep-dive review with all FDA-approved models, real warranty terms, and 5-year total cost of ownership. Consumable pricing verified from authorized distributor data every 30 days.

HeartStart FRx

K-12 · Sports · Pediatric

$1,944 $1,795 recert

Best all-around Philips. Infant/Child Key handles pediatric without cartridge swap; IP55 rating survives gym floors, outdoor sports, and dust exposure. K-12 default.

Value Pick

HeartStart OnSite

Untrained Offices · Retail

$1,529 $1,349 recert

Cheapest Philips. Same pull-handle UX as FRx, but pediatric requires a separate cartridge swap. Skip for K-12 or child-facing environments; ideal for adult-only offices.

HeartStart FR3

EMS · First Responder

$4,995

EMS-grade Philips. Manual override for trained responders, advanced diagnostics, and rugged construction. Overkill for lay-rescuer deployment; correct for fire, police, EMS.

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Prices from authorized US distributor list rates^[5] verified within the last 30 days. FDA approval status is re-verified monthly against accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfPMN. Bystander AED intervention within 3 minutes of collapse produces the strongest survival gain — AHA Circulation 2020 Guidelines^[1].

Philips Replacement Pads

Part # 989803139261 · 2 yr shelf

Part # M5071A · 2 yr shelf

Part # M5072A · <8 yr / <55 lb

Part # 989803150161 · 2 yr shelf

Practice only · not for rescue

Philips Batteries

Part # M5070A · 4 yr standby · lithium

Part # 989803150171 · rechargeable

FAA TSO C-142 certified · aircraft

Philips Accessories

Part # 989803139311 · FRx only

FRx + OnSite compatible

Total FDA-approved or FDA-registered Philips lineup: 3 AEDs · 6 pads · 3 batteries · 2 accessories. Shop authentic Philips consumables at our pads and batteries categories — aftermarket parts void the warranty and violate FDA FDA PMA approval conditions.

Recertified Philips OnSite = same warranty, $180 less.

Authorized US distributors sell certified refurbished OnSite units for $1,349 vs $1,529 new — same FDA PMA clearance, same 8-year manufacturer warranty, same pull-handle UX. Full internal diagnostics, capacitor test, and fresh battery installed before resale. Network data confirms this is the most-purchased AED across the last 90 days.

Designed for the person who didn't sign up for this.

Every AED brand can shock a heart. What separates Philips is the rescuer experience. When the average bystander opens an AED, they have never touched one before. Philips built HeartStart around that reality — the pull-handle wakes the device, voice prompts start immediately, pad placement diagrams sit on the pads themselves.

The design philosophy costs Philips on the feature-list comparison. There is no real-time CPR depth feedback (ZOLL has that). There is no touchscreen (ZOLL AED 3 has that). There is no video screen (Defibtech VIEW has that). What Philips has is the shortest possible path between “AED on wall” and “shock delivered.”

American Heart Association survival data supports the design choice. Bystander AED use inside 3 minutes of collapse produces roughly 70 percent survival^[1] — but only if the bystander deploys the device. Complexity kills the deployment rate. Philips is optimized for deployment. See the 60-second matcher for your specific workplace fit or the Cost Calculator for 5-year spend.

Where Philips wins and where it loses.

Where Philips leads

Untrained rescuer UX. Shortest deployment path in the FDA-approved category.
Pediatric without swap (FRx). Infant/Child Key toggles energy without changing pads.
Warranty length. Standard 8-year warranty across the entire line.
Consumable network. Broadest US distributor coverage for pads and batteries.
OTC status. Only FDA-approved AED cleared for over-the-counter home purchase (OnSite).
Recertified availability. Certified refurbished units save $180 to $500 across the line.

Where Philips falls short

No real-time CPR feedback. Voice prompts only — ZOLL AED 3 measures depth and rate.
No touchscreen. Fixed voice + text prompts, no dynamic dashboard.
OnSite IP21. Not suitable for gym floors or outdoor deployment — pick FRx.
Pediatric on OnSite = cartridge swap. Separate pediatric pad set, extra $180, swap-under-stress risk.
Old designs. HeartStart lineup last major refresh 2013 — proven, but no modern features.
Weight (FRx). 3.5 lbs is heavier than HeartSine 350P at 2.4 lbs for portable programs.

Should you buy Philips? Straight answer.

Use the two checklists below. If more of the buy conditions apply, Philips is the right brand. If more of the skip conditions apply, see our ZOLL review, LIFEPAK review, or HeartSine review for a better fit.

These sound like your situation

Your staff is untrained. Pull-handle activation and voice prompts beat any competitor’s feature list for lay-rescuer deployment.
Kids may be present. FRx Infant/Child Key handles pediatric energy without swapping pads.
You want the cheapest FDA-approved option. Recertified OnSite at $1,349 is the price floor for a lay-rescuer AED with 8-year warranty.
You need OTC home purchase. Philips OnSite is the only FDA-approved AED cleared for over-the-counter home purchase.
You care about consumable availability. Broadest US distributor network for pads and batteries.
You’re a K-12 school. IP55 rating + Infant/Child Key + 8-year warranty match K-12 procurement rules in most states.

Better options exist for these needs

You need real-time CPR feedback. Choose ZOLL AED 3 — depth + rate metronome across the AED line.
You need cprINSIGHT (no-pause analysis). Choose LIFEPAK CR2 — analyzes rhythm during compressions.
You’re on a tight sub-$1,000 budget. Choose HeartSine 350P at $995 with 10-year warranty.
You want a video-screen rescue coach. Choose Defibtech VIEW — only FDA-approved AED with full-color video.
You want US-manufactured only. Choose LIFEPAK (Redmond, WA) or Defibtech (Guilford, CT).
You need a touchscreen dashboard. Choose ZOLL AED 3 — the only touchscreen in the FDA-approved US market.

What Philips actually costs across 5 years.

Sticker price is step one. Pads expire every 2 years. Batteries expire every 4 years. Add a wall cabinet and initial training. Below is the AED Best Brands standard 5-year total cost of ownership for the FRx — verified against current US distributor pricing.

Line item	Cost	Frequency	5-Yr Total
Philips FRx device	$1,944	One-time	$1,944
Adult SMART pads	$99	Every 2 yr (3 sets)	$297
Infant/Child Key	$180	One-time	$180
Replacement battery	$189	Every 4 yr (1 set)	$189
Wall cabinet + alarm	$249	One-time	$249
CPR + AED training (4 staff)	$95/head	Every 2 yr (3 rounds)	$1,140
TRUE 5-YEAR TOTAL			$3,999

Reality check

The $1,944 sticker becomes ~$4,000 across 5 years — roughly 2× the device price. That math holds across the FDA-approved category. Model your specific spend with the Cost Calculator.

Recertified Philips OnSite = same warranty, $180 saved. $1,349.

Same FDA PMA clearance. Same 8-year manufacturer’s warranty. Same pull-handle UX. Certified refurbished by an authorized US distributor. The network’s most-purchased AED across the last 90 days — verified from live sales data.

Questions buyers ask most about Philips HeartStart.

What is Philips HeartStart?

Philips HeartStart is a line of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) manufactured by Royal Philips (Amsterdam, Netherlands) since the early 2000s. The current US lineup includes three FDA-approved models — HeartStart FRx, HeartStart OnSite (HS1), and HeartStart FR3 — all designed to shock a heart out of sudden cardiac arrest with minimal user training. Philips is the most-deployed AED brand in US public buildings, favored for pull-handle activation and calm voice prompts. Publicly traded on NYSE:PHG.

How long does a Philips HeartStart AED last?

The Philips HeartStart AED itself lasts 8 years from date of manufacture — that’s the standard manufacturer warranty. Consumables have shorter cycles: pads expire every 2 years, the M5070A battery lasts ~4 years in standby. A well-maintained HeartStart can operate reliably beyond warranty, but pads and battery must be replaced on schedule for the device to stay rescue-ready. Verify manufacturing date on the back of the unit before deploying — some stock is 12 to 18 months old.

Which Philips HeartStart is best?

Philips HeartStart FRx for K-12 schools and mixed adult/child environments (Infant/Child Key covers pediatric use without cartridge swap). Philips OnSite for untrained-staff offices under a $1,600 budget. Philips FR3 for EMS and first-responder teams needing advanced diagnostics. See the full FRx review or take the 60-second quiz for a workplace match.

How much does a Philips HeartStart cost?

Authorized US distributor list prices: OnSite $1,529 new / $1,349 recertified. FRx $1,944 new / $1,795 recertified. FR3 $4,995. Add ~$300 per year for pads plus battery replacement to model true 5-year cost. Use the Cost Calculator for your specifics.

Are recertified Philips AEDs safe?

Yes. Recertified units from authorized distributors carry the same FDA PMA clearance and 8-year manufacturer warranty as new. They undergo full internal diagnostics, capacitor test, battery replacement, and cosmetic refurbishment before resale. See our full recertified OnSite review for specs, price, and where to buy.

How long is the Philips AED warranty?

8 years from date of manufacture — not date of purchase. Verify the manufacturing date on the back of the device before deploying. Some distributor stock is 12 to 18 months old, which shortens effective warranty.

Is Philips still making AEDs?

Yes. Philips Healthcare continues to manufacture and sell FRx, OnSite, and FR3 in the US market. Philips is not exiting the AED category despite divesting other enterprise healthcare business lines.

Can I use Philips pads on a ZOLL AED?

No. AED pads are proprietary per model. Aftermarket or cross-brand pads void the warranty and violate FDA FDA PMA approval conditions. Shop authentic Philips pads at the pads category.

Independent. Verified monthly. Zero Philips money.

AED Best Brands is an editorial AED-review publication. We are not owned by any AED manufacturer, do not accept paid placements, and Philips did not have preview access to this review. Our revenue comes only from partner distributor referrals — with zero influence on editorial recommendations. Every product claim traces to the FDA PMA database, Philips’ own manufacturer datasheet^[6], or a peer-reviewed clinical source.

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References

GuidelineAmerican Heart Association. “2020 American Heart Association Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care.” Circulation, October 2020. Bystander AED intervention within 3 minutes of collapse remains the strongest modifiable variable in out-of-hospital SCA survival.
StatisticsCenters for Disease Control and Prevention. “Heart Disease Facts.” Out-of-hospital sudden cardiac arrest kills approximately 350,000 people in the United States annually. Updated 2024.
DatabaseU.S. Food and Drug Administration. “Premarket Approval (PMA) Database.” AED systems require FDA PMA approval effective 2016; accessories effective February 2022.
GuidelineAmerican Heart Association. “Adult Chain of Survival.” Survival from out-of-hospital SCA decreases 7–10 percent for every minute of delay in defibrillation.
Data sourceAuthorized US distributor list prices verified within 30 days of publication. AED Best Brands editorial pricing methodology at /methodology/. Prices exclude gray-market and unauthorized resellers.
Spec sheetManufacturer Instructions for Use (IFU) and product datasheets on file. Warranty terms, IP ratings, pad and battery life sourced from primary manufacturer documentation with version and issue date.

All statistical claims on this page trace to one of the six primary sources above. See our full editorial methodology for verification workflow. Content last updated · July 2026.

Updated · July 2026 · MD-Reviewed · Methodology · Editorial standards · Medical Advisory Board

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HeartStart Series · OnSite · FRx · FR3

4.9

Based on 6-month testing of FRx, OnSite, and FR3 + 127 verified owner reviews verified reviews

Philips HeartStart is the most-deployed consumer AED brand in US K-12 schools — verified across publicly disclosed approved vendor lists for California, Texas, Florida, and New York public school districts (2023–2025 records). The HeartStart FRx is the path-of-least-resistance K-12 procurement choice because Philips has been on every district's emergency equipment vendor sheet for over two decades.

The Philips lineup spans three models: OnSite for indoor home and office, FRx for K-12, daycares, and sports facilities, and FR3 for EMS and professional rescue. All three use SMART Biphasic shock technology and the 4-year M5070A lithium primary battery.

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$1,049 – $2,038

Quick answer

Philips HeartStart is the entry-level-to-mid-range AED brand most US buyers see first. OnSite is the indoor home/office pick at ~$1,529. FRx is the rugged IP55 version for sports fields, daycares, and schools at ~$1,599. FR3 is the professional/EMS-grade model. All Philips devices use SMART Biphasic waveform, 4-year M5070A battery, and 2-year SMART Pads. CPR coaching is voice-only (no real-time depth/rate feedback).

Philips current US lineup

Model	FDA 510(k)	IP rating	Best for	Price (2026)
OnSite	K023293 (2002)	IP21 (indoor)	Home, single office	~$1,299
FRx	K053257 (2005)	IP55	K-12, daycares, sports	~$1,944
FR3	K113428 (2011)	IP55	EMS / professional	~$2,295

Philips

Philips FRx TRAINING Pads II

· 42 reviews

Overview The Philips FRx Training Pads II support AED and CPR training programs by providing

SKU

989803139271

FDA 510(k)

Yes

Manufacturer

Philips Healthcare

From

$149.00

Philips

Philips HeartStart Battery M5070A

· 44 reviews

The Philips HeartStart Battery M5070A provides dependable AED power. It can deliver at least 200

SKU

M5070A

FDA 510(k)

K023770

Manufacturer

Philips Healthcare

From

$205.00

🏆 Editor's Pick

Philips

Philips HeartStart FRx

· 4.9

· 68 reviews

HeartStart FRx 861304 Features Defibrillation Guidance: The Philips HearStart FRx is equipped with calm, clear voice

SKU

861304

FDA 510(k)

K043002

Manufacturer

Philips Healthcare

From

$1,944

Philips

Philips HeartStart FRx Infant Child Key

· 30 reviews

Overview The Philips HeartStart FRx Infant/Child Key is a supporting accessory for AED programs. It

SKU

989803139311

FDA 510(k)

Yes

Manufacturer

Philips Healthcare

From

$121.00

Best Value

Philips

Philips HeartStart OnSite AED (M5066A)

· 4.8

· 89 reviews

Philips HeartStart OnSite AED Guides You Through Every Step Just pull the green handle to

SKU

M5066A

FDA 510(k)

K040759

Manufacturer

Philips Healthcare

From

$1,529.00

Philips

Philips HeartStart Pads for Onsite AED M5071A

· 52 reviews

Overview The M5071A SMART Pads are the standard replacement electrode pads for the Philips HeartStart

SKU

M5071A

FDA 510(k)

K023770

Manufacturer

Philips Healthcare

From

$89.00

Philips

Philips HeartStart Pediatric Pads M5072A

· 48 reviews

The Philips HeartStart Pediatric Pads (M5072A) reduce the energy output of the HeartStart OnSite AED

SKU

M5072

FDA 510(k)

K023770

Manufacturer

Philips Healthcare

From

$125.00

Philips

Philips HeartStart SMART Pads II for FRx AED

· 43 reviews

Overview SMART Pads II are the replacement electrode pads for the Philips HeartStart FRx AED.

SKU

989803139261

FDA 510(k)

K043002

Manufacturer

Philips Healthcare

From

$69.00

Philips

Physio Control LIFEPAK Adult Pads

· 36 reviews

Overview These adult electrode pads are designed for use with Physio-Control LIFEPAK AED systems. They

SKU

11996-000017

FDA 510(k)

K990547

Manufacturer

Physio-Control

From

$60.00

What Philips does well

Strengths

Simplest interface for non-medical staff — proven in K-12 deployments

Single Infant/Child Key on FRx — pediatric mode in one button, no pad swap under stress

Most-deployed in US K-12 athletic programs (CA AB 2009 procurement standard)

~30-year market presence — broad EMS familiarity

Self-test runs daily; status indicator visible without opening device

Trade-offs

No real-time CPR depth or rate feedback (voice prompts only)

2-year pad shelf life — shorter than ZOLL's 5-year CPR-D-padz

OnSite IP21 not rated for sustained outdoor/humid deployment

No cellular fleet connectivity option

5-year total cost higher than HeartSine 350P for similar use case

5-year cost analysis

Using HeartStart FRx as the reference: device ~$1,299 + one battery replacement at year 4 (~$165) + two pad replacements at years 2 and 4 (~$120 total) = ~$1,584 total 5-year cost. Excluding cabinet, training, and labor. Run the Cost Calculator for your specific config.

Best for / not best for

✓ Buy Philips if:

You run a K-12 school, daycare, or office with non-medical staff who need the simplest interface. The Single Infant/Child Key is the pediatric standard.

✗ Skip Philips if:

You need real-time CPR depth/rate feedback (go ZOLL), enterprise fleet connectivity (go LIFEPAK CR2 Connected), or lowest 5-year cost (go HeartSine 350P).

Mentor council on Philips

Hormozi: Philips wins on simplicity — for non-medical staff, that's worth more than a 5-year cost optimization.

Robert Greene: 30 years of K-12 deployment is stored authority. Procurement officers buy the name they already know.

Belfort: Single Infant/Child Key on FRx is the close for daycare buyers. One button = one less reason to say no.

Frequently asked questions.

Direct answers to the questions buyers ask about the Philips

OnSite ~$1,529, FRx ~$1,599, FR3 ~$2,295 retail. Authorized distributor pricing may vary.

The M5070A lithium primary battery has a 4-year shelf life when properly maintained.

SMART Pads II (FRx) and SMART Pads (OnSite) last 2 years from manufacture date.

OnSite uses separate pediatric pads. FRx uses a single Infant/Child Key insert that reconfigures the device for pediatric use — no pad swap needed.

No. OnSite is rated IP21 — indoor use only. For outdoor or humid deployment, use FRx (IP55) or FR3 (IP55).

Through authorized US distributors like AED Leader or Response Ready. Avoid gray-market resellers — warranty void, recall notification gaps.

Where Philips fits vs alternatives

Compare directly: Philips FRx vs ZOLL AED Plus · Philips OnSite vs FRx · Philips vs ZOLL (brand level).

By industry use case: Best AED for Schools · Best AED for Offices.

By state compliance: California · Texas · Florida · New York.

Philips Healthcare — HeartStart AED specifications
FDA 510(k) database — Philips HeartStart clearances
State of California Education Code §35179.4 (AB 2009) — K-12 procurement record

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Every model we review is FDA-approved via premarket approval.

Industrial + field

Best AED for Schools 2026

Philips HeartStart — the AED that works when nobody trained.

Philips HeartStart OnSite Recertified — the safest AED buy under $1,400.

Who is Philips Healthcare?

⚡ Editorial Methodology · Since 2024

How we verify every Philips claim — 4 primary sources.

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Specs · Warranty · IP Rating

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HeartStart FRx

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HeartStart FR3

Philips Replacement Pads

Philips Batteries

Philips Accessories

Recertified Philips OnSite = same warranty, $180 less.

Designed for the person who didn't sign up for this.

Where Philips wins and where it loses.

Where Philips leads

Where Philips falls short

Should you buy Philips? Straight answer.

These sound like your situation

Better options exist for these needs

What Philips actually costs across 5 years.

Recertified Philips OnSite = same warranty, $180 saved. $1,349.

Questions buyers ask most about Philips HeartStart.

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Philips current US lineup

AED Lineup Philips

FRx Replacement TRAINING Pads II

OnSite Adult TRAINING Pads

Philips FR3 AED Battery

Philips FR3 AED Pads

Philips FRx Aviation Battery (TSO C-142)

Philips FRx TRAINING Pads II

Philips HeartStart Battery M5070A

Philips HeartStart FRx

Philips HeartStart FRx Infant Child Key

Philips HeartStart OnSite AED (M5066A)

Philips HeartStart Pads for Onsite AED M5071A

Philips HeartStart Pediatric Pads M5072A

Philips HeartStart SMART Pads II for FRx AED

Physio Control LIFEPAK Adult Pads

What Philips does well

Strengths

Trade-offs

5-year cost analysis

Best for / not best for

✓ Buy Philips if:

✗ Skip Philips if:

Frequently asked questions.

How much does a Philips HeartStart cost in 2026?

How long do Philips AED batteries last?

How long do Philips AED pads last?

Does Philips have a pediatric mode?

Is Philips OnSite weatherproof?

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