Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 8.94 x 3.11 x 0.83 inches |
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Package Weight | 0.18 Kilograms |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 1.3 x 2.6 x 0.4 inches |
Item Weight | 0.13 Pounds |
Brand Name | POLAR |
Warranty Description | Yes |
Model Name | H10 |
Color | Black |
Material | Polyester |
Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
Number of Items | 1 |
Manufacturer | Polar |
Part Number | 92075964 |
Model Year | 2019 |
Style | H10 |
Included Components | Polar H10; pro strap; getting started guide |
Size | XS-S: 20-26" |
Sport Type | Wireless |
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Polar H10 Heart Rate Monitor Chest Strap - ANT + Bluetooth, Waterproof HR Sensor for Men and Women
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Brand | POLAR |
Material | Polyester |
Color | Black |
Compatible Devices | iOS mobile devices: iPhone 5 and later, with iOS 11 or later; Android mobile devices with Bluetooth 4.0 capability and Android 5.0 or later See more |
Screen Size | 0.96 Inches |
Product Dimensions | 1.3"L x 2.6"W x 0.4"H |
Item Weight | 0.13 Pounds |
Battery Life | 400 Hours |
Sensor Type | Temperature |
UPC | 725882051352 |
About this item
- 71% Polyester, 29% Spandex
- Made in the USA or Imported
- WORKS WITH EVERYTHING: Polar HRM works with many sports and smart watches (Polar, Garmin, Apple, Suunto, etc.), Polar Beat, fitness apps such as Strava and Nike, and ALL HRM compatible Cardio Equipment
- SUPREME ACCURACY: Widely recognized for its top precision by many sources, Polar H10 is the most accurate heart rate sensor in Polar’s history. Polar H10 provides top quality heart rate measurement and it's the choice of many pro athletes.
- CONNECTIVITY: Bluetooth, ANT+ and 5 kHz provide an excellent variety of connection options (e.g. with Peloton). You can use Bluetooth and ANT+ connections simultaneously as well as two Bluetooth connections simultaneously.
- POLAR PRO CHEST STRAP: With improved electrodes, an easy-to-use buckle and silicone dots, the strap is comfortable and interference-free, and stays put when you're on the move.
- VERSATILITY: Wear Polar HR monitor when rowing, cycling, running, training indoors or swimming. Polar H10 is fully waterproof and it has internal memory for one training session.
- SOFTWARE UPDATES: Via Polar Beat app to keep your HRM up-to-date. XS-S- 51-66 cm. Compatibility - iOS mobile devices: iPhone 5 and later, with iOS 11 or later; Android mobile devices with Bluetooth 4.0 capability and Android 5.0 or later
- Operating temperature : -10 °C to +50 °C / 14 °F to 122 °F
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This is the year we launched an entire industry.
We had the foresight to see the incredible potential in wearable devices, and we’ve led the charge ever since – developing the most advanced, trusted, and innovative technology that can be worn by anyone who wants to understand their bodies better.
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Who is Polar?
A collection of minds built around an idea that was born over forty years ago on a cross-country ski track in northern Finland.
Where is Polar based?
Polar HQ is situated in Oulu, Finland.
Today, Polar employs 1200 people worldwide, has 26 subsidiaries globally and manages a distribution network supplying over 35,000 retail outlets in more than 80 countries.
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Polar Flow
Polar’s free app and webservice platform, providing personalized online training and guidance.
See your progress, set your goals, plan your sessions, and analyze your performance with all of your exercise and sleep data synced automatically.
Polar Flow syncs to a wide range of popular apps (Strava, Nike Training Club, Peloton, and more).
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Heart rate sensor
Polar H10 is a supremely precise heart rate sensor that comes with the Polar Pro chest strap. Providing top-quality heart rate measurement, Polar H10 is considered the most accurate heart rate sensor by many sources.
- Connects with Bluetooth, ANT+ and 5 kHz
- Several connections can be active simultaneously
- Built-in memory for one training session
- Waterproof up to 30 m
- Software updates
- Machine-washable textile strap
Key Features
The Power of Accuracy
The most accurate heart rate sensor in Polar's history, Polar H10 is polished to the max in all aspects and gets software updates as well. It’s widely recognized for its top precision by many sources.
Connectivity: Training Devices, Apps & on Its Own
Polar H10 connects and transfers data via Bluetooth, ANT+ and 5 kHz to bring an excellent variety of connection options with compatible sports and smart watches, gym equipment and leading training apps on both iOS and Android phones.
Polar Pro Strap
Polar H10 comes with Polar Pro strap, a soft textile strap with high quality electrodes to make sure your heart rate is measured accurately and without interference. The strap is machine-washable.
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Internal Memory
When you want to focus on your workout, Polar H10 will save the session to its memory so you can access the data when you want it.
Polar H10 & Polar Beat app
Try Polar H10 with Polar Beat, Polar’s free fitness and training app to get real-time heart rate on the screen of your phone during your workouts and live voice guidance towards your chosen training target.
Battery Life
Dry and store the heart rate sensor strap and the connector separately to maximize the heart rate sensor battery life.
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Price | $87.21$87.21 | $56.66$56.66 | $84.95$84.95 |
Product placement | Chest | Chest | Arm and temple |
Operation time | 400h (replaceable battery) | 400h (replaceable battery) | 30h |
Rechargeable | ✓ | ||
Compatible with 3rd party apps | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Built-in memory | 1 training session | Up to 600h HR training | |
ANT+ and Bluetooth Low Energy connectivity | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Dual Bluetooth channels | ✓ | ✓ | |
5 kHz transmission (Gymlink) | ✓ | ✓ | |
Waterproof | 30 m | 30 m | 50 m |
Product Description
Polar H10 ANT + Bluetooth Heart Rate Sensor and Soft Strap::Set the standard for heart rate measurement with the H10 from Polar. Building upon Polar's legacy of heart rate technology, the H10 is set to be the standard for the most consistent and accurate heart rate through the utilization of advanced materials and optimized construction. Combining the latest in Bluetooth Smart technology with updated algorithms, this smart strap will provide the precision serious athletes deserve. This unit is versatile - use it with your Polar unit, your favorite smart device or exercise equipment found at your local health club to get the most out of your training. However you pair it, utilize the Smart Coaching feature which delivers motivating feedback, calculates your smart calories based on personal height, weight, age and max HR, measures your aerobic fitness and last - but not least – helps you determine whether your sweat session was a fat burning exercise or an overall improvement of your general fitness. Make every beat count with the H10 Heart Rate Sensor from Polar.Battery life: 400 hours with Bluetooth Low Energy and 5 kHz transmission active
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ASIN | B07PM565W2 |
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Best Sellers Rank | #521 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #4 in Heart Rate Monitors (Sports & Outdoors) |
Date First Available | March 12, 2019 |
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Customers find the heart rate monitor accurate and user-friendly. They appreciate that it shows their heart rate and zone during exercise in real time. The layout is clear and user-friendly. However, some customers dislike the battery life. Opinions vary on functionality, connectivity, accuracy, reliability, and app quality.
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Customers find the heart rate monitor helpful for monitoring their heart rate during exercise. They say it's accurate and shows their heart rate and zone in Polar Flow real-time. The monitor takes their heart rate every second and is extremely accurate. It tracks all of their workouts, gives total miles, and provides Min/Mile Pace. The setup is pretty easy. However, some customers have reported inconsistent data.
"...Then an app called sleep2 from Nukkuaa to track sleep pretty accurately without needing the more expensive watches with more features than I need...." Read more
"...with Concept2’s app for this, called ErgData, which records your workouts on your phone and then uploads them to the Concept2 Logbook online...." Read more
"...This is a real electrophysiological reader. And: this is the most durable chest strap. I’ve tried the garmin and it only lasts 3 or 4 months...." Read more
"...has the ability to be used through third party apps to detect your heart rate variability and such...." Read more
Customers find the biometric monitor easy to use and setup. They mention it's user-friendly, connects easily to their Garmin watch, iPhone, and Polar apps. The overall layout is clear and user-friendly. The strap is adjustable, and the battery can be removed without special tools.
"The device is simple and inexpensive relative to other tech monitoring devices, but as accurate as it gets for a consumer device and the software..." Read more
"...no issues with the app, and I think the overall layout is clear, user-friendly, and not too bulky...." Read more
"...another one as it works very well and connects to other devices and apps easily. It is also very accurate as Polar is known for...." Read more
"...My elliptical immediately recognized the device. I also easily paired it with Polar Beats on my android smart phone and my old Garmin Forerunner..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the product's functionality. Some say it works well for running and non-water exercise, syncing seamlessly with Concept2's app and other fitness devices. Others report issues with ANT and Bluetooth connectivity randomly stopping.
"The device is simple and inexpensive relative to other tech monitoring devices, but as accurate as it gets for a consumer device and the software..." Read more
"...It also works flawlessly with Concept2’s app for this, called ErgData, which records your workouts on your phone and then uploads them to the..." Read more
"...was once I started working out I had about 20-30 minutes before it quit working. What sucks is you wouldn't know it though as it doesn't display 0...." Read more
"...But only once ever2 years. Good for the price. I can’t speak to swimming with it, but I sweat a lot, so it must be somewhat resistant...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the biometric monitor's connectivity. Some say it pairs smoothly with their phone, treadmill, and other devices. Others report issues with keeping paired, needing to unpair and re-pair, and losing connection constantly.
"...Finally it just stopped pairing altogether. Google "H10 won't connect" and you'll find all kinds of ticked off customers...." Read more
"...I’ve also had no connectivity issues, and RARELY ever have a loss of connection or hiccup in any readings...." Read more
"4.5/5 Stars. I had some issues pairing it with my watch and phone. Wasn't able to connect to 2 devices at the same time...." Read more
"...I'm buying another one as it works very well and connects to other devices and apps easily. It is also very accurate as Polar is known for...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the monitor's accuracy. Some find it lightweight and reliable, displaying an accurate heart rate. However, others report inconsistent data, with incorrect HR readings, inaccurate distance and pace measurements, and loss of workout data.
"...relative to other tech monitoring devices, but as accurate as it gets for a consumer device and the software makes it surprisingly valuable...." Read more
"First off it is more accurate than any green light. This is a real electrophysiological reader. And: this is the most durable chest strap...." Read more
"...The distance and pace is not accurate as a result. But I’m assuming this is my phone’s GPS which is wrong, and probably(?) not the app...." Read more
"...Very accurate when it pairs and works but the Einstein programmers at Polar really set up a convoluted pairing/connect method that requires you pair..." Read more
Customers have mixed reviews about the biometric monitor's reliability. Some find it durable and reliable, able to withstand sweating, hot and cold temperatures. However, others report issues with the strap failing after a year or less of use.
"...This is a real electrophysiological reader. And: this is the most durable chest strap. I’ve tried the garmin and it only lasts 3 or 4 months...." Read more
"...It became a device of “nice to have but not dependable enough” i got this because of connection...." Read more
"...across the board, compatible with pretty much everything, and are durable...." Read more
"...So in my unscientific opinion, this thing is around 90-95% reliable. Which isn’t really enough for me, but I’m stuck with it so I’ll keep using it...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the app. Some find it accurate and easy to use, saying it connects well with running apps like Meta Quest 3 and JRNY. They can send their data to an analysis app like EliteHRV for further analysis. Others mention issues with the app not being great, having a learning curve, and confusing.
"...as accurate as it gets for a consumer device and the software makes it surprisingly valuable...." Read more
"...When I connect to the Beat app it actually breaks the flow app. And don't you DARE try to use another wearable...." Read more
"...The polar unit also has the ability to be used through third party apps to detect your heart rate variability and such...." Read more
"...My elliptical immediately recognized the device...." Read more
Customers have issues with the battery life of the biometric monitor. They mention it dies quickly, needs to be replaced too often, and stops working when the battery dies. The included Panasonic battery was dead when received new.
"My Third H10 in 5 years. After one year battery life is reduced...." Read more
"These HR monitors work well, but they have an expiration date...." Read more
"...After a month: Aside from feeling a noticeable improvement in quality of life… My pace in rowing (at the same HR) has already improved a lot since I..." Read more
"...-This thing eats batteries. With my Garmin straps in the past I would say a battery lasts about 8 months...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2024Size: M-XXL: 26-36"Color: BlackVerified PurchaseThe device is simple and inexpensive relative to other tech monitoring devices, but as accurate as it gets for a consumer device and the software makes it surprisingly valuable. The Polar app itself does a great job of tracking a multitude of day activities, for me so far, walking, tennis, cycle, ski and treadmill, but so many more activities that can be tracked. Then an app called sleep2 from Nukkuaa to track sleep pretty accurately without needing the more expensive watches with more features than I need. Wearing the device is a little uncomfortable at night, and the Sleep2 subscription is expensive. But for 2-3 months to see the pattern has been great.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2020UPDATE after one year: Over time, the unit started to eat through batteries MUCH faster. No idea why. As an experiment, I tried removing the battery after each use, and this solved the problem. So from now on, I just pop out the battery when I'm done, which isn't too inconvenient. You can always check the battery level in Settings, within the app. Overall, after one year, I am still very pleased with the unit.
What I use this for - I’m a rower. I primarily use this with my Concept 2 rowing machine, and it connected right away with the PM5 on my machine. It also works flawlessly with Concept2’s app for this, called ErgData, which records your workouts on your phone and then uploads them to the Concept2 Logbook online.
The “Polar Beat” App, and website profile - To use this HR monitor, you’ll need to download Polar’s “Polar Beat” app, and create an account which will automatically sync your workouts to your account which you can see in more detail on the website. I have an Android, I’ve had no issues with the app, and I think the overall layout is clear, user-friendly, and not too bulky. I’ve also had no connectivity issues, and RARELY ever have a loss of connection or hiccup in any readings. However, I would not trust any data related to distance or pace. As seen in my screenshot, my phone interpreted my straight path down a street as totally zig-zagged. The distance and pace is not accurate as a result. But I’m assuming this is my phone’s GPS which is wrong, and probably(?) not the app. Luckily, I am not a runner so I personally don’t care about this issue, but just pointing out that it may be an issue for some.
Regarding accuracy: The accuracy of calories burned and heart rate training zones is not only based on HR, but if you know your Vo2 max and anaerobic threshold, you can input these, as well as other data, into your profile via the website to increase the overall accuracy (as seen in my screen shot). Also on the website you can analyze your individual workouts in more detail, and see a handy calendar view of them.
Strap sizing - I have a 34” chest circumference. The M-XXL, when loosened to its maximum *un-stretched* length, is 35” long. When stretched, this extends to 45” or so. So if unless your chest is larger than 45”, you should be fine with the M-XXL. Also, the "turquoise" is totally BLUE in color, not aqua or greenish at all. :p
Personal use and opinions -
This HR monitor has quickly and completely taken my health and fitness to another level. I seriously regret not having purchased one sooner!
I’m a high-intensity kinda person when it comes to exercise. I got hooked on HIIT once I tried it years ago. I never, ever used to bother with endurance stuff (long sessions with LOW heart rates), until I got this HR monitor, and I was advised that I needed to do more endurance work to increase my baseline aerobic fitness. It took a LOT of patience for me to slow down, and actually keep my HR between 130-140. Turns out I had truly never worked out at such low intensity. Despite thinking this low intensity stuff was useless, I stuck with it, and I was flabbergasted at the results. Within just a week of beginning long, steady state daily rows (45m-1hr):
-my resting HR dropped by about 5 beats.
-my blood pressure dropped to completely normal levels (I’m 35 with an excellent bill of health, but doctors could never understand why I had BP readings that were always high. Apparently, I just needed a little more aerobic fitness!)
-and this was totally unexpected: my mental stress levels decreased dramatically. I suddenly had more patience during the day, and even better appetite control. It felt like I was taking a chill pill.
And this was just after ONE week.
After a month: Aside from feeling a noticeable improvement in quality of life… My pace in rowing (at the same HR) has already improved a lot since I began, which is direct proof of an improving cardiovascular fitness. Further: I recently completed a really tough hike which I hadn’t done in about 7 years. Result: it was a LOT easier this time because my HR drops much more quickly now, so I felt almost *instantly* rested as soon as the elevation would level out. Without the use of a HR monitor to control my workouts in order to properly build this baseline aerobic fitness, NONE of this would have been possible!
(And by the way, the Polar Beat app recorded that entire 4 hour hike flawlessly, as my phone was tucked away in my jacket pocket with the screen off and locked, and I never had to fool with it or double-check it).
Look, just buy this. Whether you’re experienced or a beginner, don’t ever, ever trust your “perceived exertion.” It is NO substitute for actual data. I wasted SO many years doing that, and robbed myself of a higher level of fitness!! To achieve fitness, you need a combo of high AND low intensity, not just one or the other. And to do this, you need a HR monitor. It’s SO simple: choose your workout and just stay in your zones! :)
Hope this helps!!
5.0 out of 5 stars You need this if you want to work out properly!UPDATE after one year: Over time, the unit started to eat through batteries MUCH faster. No idea why. As an experiment, I tried removing the battery after each use, and this solved the problem. So from now on, I just pop out the battery when I'm done, which isn't too inconvenient. You can always check the battery level in Settings, within the app. Overall, after one year, I am still very pleased with the unit.
Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2020
What I use this for - I’m a rower. I primarily use this with my Concept 2 rowing machine, and it connected right away with the PM5 on my machine. It also works flawlessly with Concept2’s app for this, called ErgData, which records your workouts on your phone and then uploads them to the Concept2 Logbook online.
The “Polar Beat” App, and website profile - To use this HR monitor, you’ll need to download Polar’s “Polar Beat” app, and create an account which will automatically sync your workouts to your account which you can see in more detail on the website. I have an Android, I’ve had no issues with the app, and I think the overall layout is clear, user-friendly, and not too bulky. I’ve also had no connectivity issues, and RARELY ever have a loss of connection or hiccup in any readings. However, I would not trust any data related to distance or pace. As seen in my screenshot, my phone interpreted my straight path down a street as totally zig-zagged. The distance and pace is not accurate as a result. But I’m assuming this is my phone’s GPS which is wrong, and probably(?) not the app. Luckily, I am not a runner so I personally don’t care about this issue, but just pointing out that it may be an issue for some.
Regarding accuracy: The accuracy of calories burned and heart rate training zones is not only based on HR, but if you know your Vo2 max and anaerobic threshold, you can input these, as well as other data, into your profile via the website to increase the overall accuracy (as seen in my screen shot). Also on the website you can analyze your individual workouts in more detail, and see a handy calendar view of them.
Strap sizing - I have a 34” chest circumference. The M-XXL, when loosened to its maximum *un-stretched* length, is 35” long. When stretched, this extends to 45” or so. So if unless your chest is larger than 45”, you should be fine with the M-XXL. Also, the "turquoise" is totally BLUE in color, not aqua or greenish at all. :p
Personal use and opinions -
This HR monitor has quickly and completely taken my health and fitness to another level. I seriously regret not having purchased one sooner!
I’m a high-intensity kinda person when it comes to exercise. I got hooked on HIIT once I tried it years ago. I never, ever used to bother with endurance stuff (long sessions with LOW heart rates), until I got this HR monitor, and I was advised that I needed to do more endurance work to increase my baseline aerobic fitness. It took a LOT of patience for me to slow down, and actually keep my HR between 130-140. Turns out I had truly never worked out at such low intensity. Despite thinking this low intensity stuff was useless, I stuck with it, and I was flabbergasted at the results. Within just a week of beginning long, steady state daily rows (45m-1hr):
-my resting HR dropped by about 5 beats.
-my blood pressure dropped to completely normal levels (I’m 35 with an excellent bill of health, but doctors could never understand why I had BP readings that were always high. Apparently, I just needed a little more aerobic fitness!)
-and this was totally unexpected: my mental stress levels decreased dramatically. I suddenly had more patience during the day, and even better appetite control. It felt like I was taking a chill pill.
And this was just after ONE week.
After a month: Aside from feeling a noticeable improvement in quality of life… My pace in rowing (at the same HR) has already improved a lot since I began, which is direct proof of an improving cardiovascular fitness. Further: I recently completed a really tough hike which I hadn’t done in about 7 years. Result: it was a LOT easier this time because my HR drops much more quickly now, so I felt almost *instantly* rested as soon as the elevation would level out. Without the use of a HR monitor to control my workouts in order to properly build this baseline aerobic fitness, NONE of this would have been possible!
(And by the way, the Polar Beat app recorded that entire 4 hour hike flawlessly, as my phone was tucked away in my jacket pocket with the screen off and locked, and I never had to fool with it or double-check it).
Look, just buy this. Whether you’re experienced or a beginner, don’t ever, ever trust your “perceived exertion.” It is NO substitute for actual data. I wasted SO many years doing that, and robbed myself of a higher level of fitness!! To achieve fitness, you need a combo of high AND low intensity, not just one or the other. And to do this, you need a HR monitor. It’s SO simple: choose your workout and just stay in your zones! :)
Hope this helps!!
Images in this review - Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2024Size: M-XXL: 26-36"Color: BlackVerified PurchaseFirst off it is more accurate than any green light. This is a real electrophysiological reader. And: this is the most durable chest strap. I’ve tried the garmin and it only lasts 3 or 4 months. Don’t bother changing the batteries, the garmin does not last longer than the batteries. This polar H10 last over 2 years. I’ve bought about 4 of them in the last 10 years. The most recent lasted 26 months. Then it sputters and ruins your workout. But only once ever2 years. Good for the price. I can’t speak to swimming with it, but I sweat a lot, so it must be somewhat resistant. Will it ever last longer? I think this is now considered a budget technology even though it is more accurate than the green lights on smart watches, but I’d be willing to pay more for a more durable device.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2024Size: M-XXL: 26-36"Color: BlackVerified PurchaseUpdate 10/22/24. Too funny! After 3 months I got another automated email telling me to do the same things I told them I did to get it to work.
Polar was literally and figuratively the first name in heart rate monitoring and they've been reduced and degenerated to this. Pathetic.
Update 7/20/24:
Before I wrote my last update I'd chatted with their bot which told me to send them an email requestion support. I got an email back from Katerina who I'm sure was an email bot. I sent them an email describing the problem. THEN a few days later they send me a survey email asking to rate their customer service. This company and their product ... Dumpster Fire!
Update 7/16/24: That's IT, I'm done! I've bought three of these cursed things because I need the functionality of the Flow app. First one went south after about a year and a half - wouldn't connect. Second one stopped connecting after a year. Third one I bought a month ago. First it started reporting lower than actual heartrate, then it started working OK. Then (as others have reported) I had to take 10 minutes before every workout to reset the blasted thing in order for it to connect. Finally it just stopped pairing altogether. Google "H10 won't connect" and you'll find all kinds of ticked off customers. They've stopped phone and even chat customer support and now offer human support only by email!!? Here's a one of the PO'd customers on Reddit: "Done with this piece of garbage - their response time to my email was more than 2 months"
I think they're having coding issues and it doesn't exhibit itself in the same manner for different phones. Maybe their code will not keep up with OS updates on some phones or whatever but something's messed up. I like customers cannot get the flow app to update. Used to be great but useless now. What planet are these people on?
I can only think that the positive reviews here were as typical .. people get the product and fire off a review after a day or two. Do Not Buy!!
Prior review:
Very accurate when it pairs and works but the Einstein programmers at Polar really set up a convoluted pairing/connect method that requires you pair through the flow app and can be stubborn as hell sometimes requiring the sensor to be unpaired and reset. It's aggravating as all get out, and as reported by other users will just flat out fail to pair eventually. I generally have to say a rosary to get the damned thing to pair, then perform the stations of the cross in order for the app to recognize the paired device and continue repeating Hail Marys hoping that the results will be accurate as sometimes the flow app will register up to 20 beats fewer than my actual heart rate. If I get it working then I throw a pinch of salt over my shoulder in the hope that the pairing won't drop. Also as reported by other users, I think Polar know their stuff is messed up but won't own up to it. They used to have phone support but I'm sure they got overrun and now they just do chat support where I get a lot of "I understand your frustration" but no solution. Unfortunately once you get it to work this is the most accurate sensor on the market and I need the functionality of the flow software. So since my first two flat out failed to pair after a year I just had to buy my third one. So plan on it being a once a year throwaway product.
And if you're really self-loathing go ahead and try to load the Beat app as well as the Flow app. See if you don't start swearing. When I connect to the Beat app it actually breaks the flow app. And don't you DARE try to use another wearable. If I pair my Galaxy watch.. Fuhgedabahdit! I'll be trying to reconnect for the next half hour. So before you buy this thing read the other reviews like the one where the guy has to a lot 10 minutes in advance of his workouts because he has to repair it to his iPhone every time.
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If Polar had any integrity they would post these issues and at least indicate that they're working on them on their website instead of just posting we did another update and it fixed some issues etc. I can't wait for the wearable technologies to mature so I can bail on this company. This is the most irritating product I own. I might suggest that Polar drug test their CIO and programmers before they hire them.
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Aimeé A.Reviewed in Mexico on December 3, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente
Size: M-XXL: 26-36"Color: BlackVerified PurchaseIncreíble para hacer las mediciones de HRV en Kubios. Muy buena calidad y presentación.
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Llegó perfectas condicionesReviewed in Mexico on September 20, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Producto original
Size: M-XXL: 26-36"Color: RedVerified PurchaseLo uso cada que corro o salgo en la bici. Como la foto cinto rojo.
Llegó perfectas condiciones
Reviewed in Mexico on September 20, 2024
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lucas t.Reviewed in Brazil on September 14, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Cumpre oq promete
Size: M-XXL: 26-36"Color: BlackVerified PurchaseBem funcional, utilizo pra treinos de boxe, k1 e Jiu-Jitsu
Não atrapalha no treino e acredito que faz corretamente as medições
Inclusive a resistência…
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CARLOS EDUARDO RANGEL JUNQUEIRAReviewed in Brazil on May 7, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Sensor cardíaco polar h10
Size: M-XXL: 26-36"Color: RedVerified PurchaseMuito bom.
- Assim SahraouiReviewed in Canada on January 23, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Extremely light, easy to wear, long lasting.
The battery lasts a very long time. This was bought with a university course in mind. Real time heart-rate, very lightweight and with an adjustable belt to resize and tighten if needed to. The electrodes need to be wet a little bit before the item is worn for it to work properly, keep that in mind.
The bluetooth works as intended and requires the use of the Polar App. the only issue is the localization function on the App which will, at least inside a gymnasium, not be very helpful when it comes to locations and distances. All in all, the center piece of this review remains the heart monitor, which does a pristine job.