Urgent Alert: Stryker Announces End of Support for LIFEPAK CR-Plus and LIFEPAK EXPRESS AEDs – Upgrade Before February 2026!

December 22, 2025

Dear AED One-Stop Shop Community,

We have received the official letter from Stryker confirming the discontinuation of QUIK-PAK electrodes and CHARGE-PAK battery chargers for the LIFEPAK CR Plus and LIFEPAK EXPRESS AEDs, effective February 2026. Due to ongoing supply chain challenges, these essential accessories will no longer be available, making it increasingly difficult – and soon impossible – to maintain these devices in rescue-ready condition.

While Stryker will honor existing warranties for the devices and 90-day warranties for remaining accessories, the inability to replace batteries and electrodes after early 2026 poses a significant risk to your emergency preparedness. A non-functional AED when seconds matter could have serious consequences.

To ensure uninterrupted protection for your facility, staff, and visitors, we at AED One-Stop Shop strongly recommend upgrading your LIFEPAK CR-Plus or EXPRESS AEDs as soon as possible – ideally now, while replacement parts are still obtainable.

We highly recommend transitioning to one of these advanced, reliable modern AEDs:

LIFEPAK CR2 – Stryker’s flagship AED with Wi-Fi connectivity for remote monitoring, cprINSIGHT™ technology to analyze rhythm during chest compressions (minimizing pauses), clear voice prompts, and child mode without separate pads.

ZOLL AED 3 – Features Real CPR Help® with real-time feedback on compression depth and rate, full-color rescue images on a touchscreen, RapidShock™ analysis for faster shocks, and universal pads for adult/pediatric use.

HeartSine Samaritan 450P – Compact and rugged with real-time CPR rate feedback (verbal prompts like “Push faster” or “Good speed”), integrated battery/electrode cartridge for easy maintenance, and optional Wi-Fi connectivity.

Other great recommendations include the LIFEPAK 1000 (ideal for professional responders with manual override capabilities), Powerheart G5 (fully automatic option with intuitive rescue coaching), Philips HeartStart FRx (rugged design with infant/child key), and Defibtech Lifeline VIEW (unique video screen for step-by-step guidance).

Many distributors, including AED One-Stop Shop, offer competitive trade-in programs to help offset the cost of upgrading. Call us at 855-677-2337 or email Sales@AEDOneStopShop.com today for personalized quotes, details on AED Trade-In rebates ranging from $100 to $400 each, assistance with compliance, and seamless transition support.

Your community’s safety depends on reliable, ready equipment. Don’t wait until supplies run out – act now to stay prepared.

Stay ready to save lives, The AED One-Stop Shop Team