Littmann Classic III vs. Littmann Cardiology IV

If you’re about to buy a Littmann Stethsocope and you are confused about which one to get, here is a short guide to help you with making a choice.

We have provided this guide to help you narrow down the features of the stethoscope. By the end of this post, you should be ready to make a decision.

Before we start, ask yourself the following questions.

• How much have you budgeted for the stethoscope?
• What kind of medical practice do you do?
• Do you want to wear it around your neck all day long?

What Is The Difference In Weight between Littmann Classic III and Littmann Cardiology

The Littmann Classic III weighs about 158 grams while the Cardiology IV weighs 17 grams. The Classic III is heavier. Yes, it looks like 13 grams isn’t much but 12 grams is the weight of an AAA battery.

Take a minute to imagine the additional weight around your neck all day long. If you are used to wearing your stethoscopes on your neck all day, this might be a good option for you

Sound Difference

The answer is Yes, the Littmann Cardiology IV sounds a lot better. The reason it sounds better is that it has a double-lumen tube. This means that one tube goes to the left ear while the other one goes to the right.

Additionally, the stethoscope removes rubbing sounds and any external noise. This means that you can listen to heartbeats clearly.

Tube Length

The Littmann Cardiology IV is 2 cm longer than the Classic. Most users don’t think the difference would matter. If you lay both equipment side by side, the difference may not be obvious.

Texture

The tubing of both stethoscopes feels the same way. You may not notice any difference. They are both smooth. Users say it doesn’t snag their necks.

What Is the difference between the spare kits?

The Littmann  Classic III has spare kits that contain a non-chill rim, a soft ear tip and the manual. While the Cardiology IV spare kit is essentially the same thing, The only difference is that it contains an additional hard ear tip inside.

If you prefer hard ear tips to soft ones, then you should go for the Cardiology IV stethoscope.

At this point, you must have started loving both stethoscopes. They are both great. But to make a decision, you have to identify what stage you are in your profession. If you are a student nurse, you may not be needing the Littmann Cardiology IV. We hope this guide helps you to make more informed decisions