Not good for irregular cycles
I've had my LadyComp (actually have the BabyComp version) since 2007. I initially liked it but I've grown disillusioned with it over time. My cycles are quite irregular and while it can be used if you don't have regular cycles, it really isn't practical. I never get any green days after day 6 of my period until after I ovulate, which could be as late as day 25-30 of my cycle. Even though in all this time I've never, ever, ovulated anywhere near day 14 it still seems to take the ultra conservative approach and give me red days after my period.<br /><br />The interface is not intuitive and I often find myself having to consult the manual because I forget how to enter data. The user manual is not well written and does not explain a lot of the data the machine records. For example it records "planning hits". What in the heck is that? No idea b/c it isn't explained anywhere.<br /><br />Also, it is very, very expensive if you need to replace parts. I have an old version of the user manual which said you can choose to leave the unit plugged in or unplugged. Turns out that leaving it plugged in all the time drains the battery - and the new version of the manual tells you not to leave it plugged in all the time. Also, the new version states you should recharge the unit monthly when it is not in use. My version of the user manual did not say that. So, I left it alone after my daughter was born and when I was ready to use it again when she was about a year old the battery was completely dead. You have to send it to Canada to be replaced for about $50. It came back and then it turned out that my power supply plug no longer worked. That was about another $50 to replace. Supposedly they can retrieve your historic data off the machine when you send it in in for repair, but they could not get any data off of my machine. Now I think my thermometer is going bad because my temps are very erratic, but I've decided it's just not worth it to put any more money into this contraption. On the plus side, RaxMedical customer service is very good and can often help you troubleshoot remotely.<br /><br />I got pregnant with my daughter (planned) on a yellow day. I'd already been using it for over a year by that point but it was still trying to interpret my cycles. It might work great if you have predictable cycles but it does not with irregular ones.<br /><br />To me it is really just an overpriced thermometer. It's nice that it stores your information, making it easier to chart on paper when it is convenient for you instead of needing to record your temperature right away after you wake up. But, it's just not worth the price when you can chart for free on Fertility Friend.<br /><br />PS, I accidentally discovered a feature that is not mentioned in the user manual. If you press the + button on the right hand side repeatedly about 20 times it eventually goes back to temperature taking mode and you can take a second temperature for the day.
Rating: 2 stars