Polar H9 Heart Rate Sensor – ANT + / Bluetooth
Polar H9 Heart Rate Sensor – ANT + / Bluetooth – Waterproof HR Monitor with Soft Chest Strap for Gym, Cycling, Running, Outdoor Sports, Black
Non-Slip Silicone SpotsThese keep the sensor gripped to your chest at all times so it can measure your heart rate optimally.
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Polar H10
Polar H9
Polar Verity Sense
Polar OH1+
Works well
I have an old HR watch & brought this hoping it would match up and it does – perfectly. Very happy. One day I will probably work out how to use it with a smart phone! For now, everything is simple & easy
excellent product overall
very happy with this product overall, although only slight criticism is that occasionally (only x1 per month) have connection issues with the polar app – can resolve this by taking out the battery and reinserting after 30 minutes or so.
Polar HRM
The unit has worked very well so far. It connects quickly to the concept 2 rowing machine and does everything that it’s supposed to. It certainly tracks my heart rate much more accurately than my Fenix watch.
Much cheaper than the similar device from Garmin that I had previously.
Recommended.
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Does exactly what it says on the tin. Not sure it counts burned calories correct but makes me work harder when wearing it anyway. Great that you can leave your phone and download results after. It slips off a bit doing martial arts but no complaints
Bought this to pair with a Garmin Fenix 6 Pro. Works flawlessly over Bluetooth. ANT+ didn’t seem to connect properly, but Bluetooth works well.
Once paired, the Polar automatically connects when I strap it on. Heart rate measurement is way more accurate than the wrist monitor built into the watch. I was struggling with higher-end heart rate values, knowing my rate was in the 140s and the wrist monitor on the watch was showing in the 100s. With the Polar, my heart rate was instantly being measured correctly, and I am now able to properly measure my cardio output for fitness tracking.
Very easy to use. Once paired, snap onto the chest band, connect the strap ends and you’re away. Automatically reconnects each time with no faffing. When finished, unstrap and pull the monitor off the strap and it goes to sleep. Perfect. Strap is washable. Very comfy to wear and doesn’t slip when training.
I looked at the H10 as well, but it’s a lot more expensive and I decided I just needed an accurate heart rate monitor. So the H9 is great value for my needs. Cheaper than the Garmin equivalent.
I suppose my only gripe is that to get the extended warranty, you have to install the Polar app and sign up, giving them all your details and allowing Polar to start gathering your health stats. No thanks. I installed the app to get the latest firmware, but then uninstalled it and I don’t need the app now. Just using it with my Garmin and their app. Loses a star for that practice: happy to register for an extended warranty and even sign up for their emails, but I’m not sending them all my personal data on an ongoing basis. At this price I don’t care about the extended warranty.
Works well, lots of connections
Works as you’d expect, fits comfortably. This is compatible with my gyms machines, Matrix brand (used in PureGym among others) my smartphone (Samsung Galaxy A12), and my GearFit 2. I can’t rate the mobile app as I’ve no need for another fitness app but it works well in the Samsung native S-health
DONT WASTE YOUR TIME
The device stopped working after a couple of months, tried new batteries, reset, nothing, and no way to tell if it was even on. Should have stayed with Wahoo. customer support is less than helpful and wasted my time with asking the same questions repeatedly without reading my response. Polar, DO ONE!
The Polar H10 Heart Rate Monitor has proven to be a top-notch fitness companion, offering precision and performance like no other. As a fitness enthusiast who values accurate heart rate tracking, this waterproof HR sensor with a chest strap has surpassed my expectations and has become an essential part of my workout routine.
The first thing that impressed me was the H10’s accuracy in monitoring my heart rate. The chest strap design ensures that the readings are incredibly precise, providing real-time data during various physical activities. Whether I’m running, cycling, or engaging in high-intensity workouts, the Polar H10 keeps me informed about my heart rate zones, enabling me to optimize my training efforts effectively.
The Polar H10’s compatibility with multiple devices and fitness apps is a game-changer. It seamlessly connects to my fitness apps, cycling computers, and smartwatches via ANT+ and Bluetooth, allowing for versatile data tracking and analysis. The built-in memory also ensures that I can record heart rate data during my workouts, even when I’m not connected to a device.
The durability and waterproof design of the Polar H10 provide peace of mind during intense workouts and outdoor activities. It can withstand sweat, rain, and even swimming sessions, making it a reliable companion in any weather conditions.
The chest strap is comfortable and adjustable, ensuring a secure fit during workouts without causing any discomfort or irritation. The soft textile material is gentle on the skin, and the strap stays in place, even during vigorous movements.
The Polar H10’s software updates have added even more value to the product. It’s reassuring to know that Polar continues to improve the device and add new features, keeping it up-to-date with the latest advancements in fitness tracking technology.
While the Polar H10 is primarily a heart rate monitor, I would have appreciated the inclusion of additional fitness tracking features, such as step counting or sleep monitoring. However, I understand that its primary focus is heart rate accuracy, and it excels in that regard.
In conclusion, the Polar H10 Heart Rate Monitor is a top-of-the-line fitness tool that delivers precision and performance for athletes and fitness enthusiasts. Its accurate heart rate tracking, wide compatibility, and durable design make it a fantastic investment for anyone serious about monitoring their fitness progress. If you’re looking for a reliable and feature-rich heart rate monitor, I highly recommend the Polar H10. It has become an indispensable part of my fitness journey, and I’m confident it will elevate your workouts as well!
Great alternative to a chest sensor for use with the DDP Yoga app, lacking info on the dual connectivity!
Purchased this as my old chest sensor was struggling and I was getting fed up of it and I wanted an arms heartbeat sensor instead and Polar are a reputable name in the health tracking industry.
Primarily I wanted one to use with the DDP Yoga app on my iPad.
Preferably I wanted one that would connect to the apple health app on my phone at the same time to record the workout and this seemed to tick both those boxes.
Yes, I’m in the Apple ecosystem and Apple health isn’t on the iPad.
Now, as I hadn’t seen this heartbeat sensor recommended in any of the DDP Yoga groups or on their website I was a bit dubious as to whether this would connect ok.
But worry over it connects fine.
BUT……….
Not to the 2 devices as claimed by polar at the start!
The only way I could get the info into apple health was to set the verity to the track workout and connect it to the iPad and then when finished, turn it off and on again connecting it to the polar flow app on my phone where it uploaded the tracked workout.
What a ball ache and defeats why I purchased this device and I was considering sending the device back as not working as described (I wonder how many have done that already??)
So, I contacted polar and they replied with giving me the standard info spiel which is in the sales information.
I had to delve into the inter-web some to try and find the answer I was looking for to get this thing working as claimed as I don’t like giving up too easily.
So, this is the solution:
1- Fire up the polar flow app on your phone.
2- Turn on your verity sense and let it connect.
3- When the verity sense has connected you can open another menu by tapping the ‘cog’ wheel. Here you can set up/turn on the dual connectivity.
4- Fire up the app of your choice on your iPad (in my case DDP Yoga)
5- Connect and voila! 2 devices connected at the same time 🙂
Rinse and repeat each time you need to use.
Polar, if you included this simple procedure in your instructions it would make life a lot easier because not everyone is ‘tech savvy’ and for the cost of the device compared to others, a couple of extra lines of print in the instructions isn’t that much effort? Or even an instruction in the polar flow app?
4 stars overall as the dual connectivity information is lacking.
5 stars for accuracy as it seems pretty accurate.
4 stars for the mobile app as thats a bit of a work it out for yourself job.
5 stars for working out as its good and comfy on the forearm.
Decent battery life too and its rechargeable.
Nice heart rate strap. Very accurate (ie: if I compare manually checking my pulse then it’s spot on with the readings from this heart rate strap). The Beat app can sometimes say that the Polar H10 may be connected to another app and therefore it doesn’t let you see your heart rate at that time (which can be annoying because it’s not connected to any other app). I have to then either turn off bluetooth on my smart phone and then the Beat app will say Polar beat wants to connect to bluetooth or I have to restart my smart phone). Either way works. I wear my Polar H10 strap throughout the day whilst I’m at work (I’m a driving instructor so I’m sitting down alot). I use it as to keep a general eye on my pulse rate (I suffer with a mild form of CFS, so I make sure I rest if my pulse goes to high for me). It is comfortable but odd times can tend to dig into my skin (not painfully, just a bit uncomfortable at that time). Although I can pull the strap away from my skin (a little) and then it’s comfortable again for several hours. It’s hidden under my shirt so nobody knows I’m wearing it. I don’t need to wet it as it suggests because it picks up my pulse easily without wetting the sensors. It’s possible that if I did have some type of lube on the rubber sensors that it may stay comfortable throughout the day (I haven’t tried it). Overall I do recommend this especially for its accuracy!