10 best heart rate monitors

And our rating of the best heart rate monitors opens with a simple and inexpensive option that can accurately determine the heart rate at any given time. The sensor can read not only the current, but also the average heart rate, as well as take into account the maximum value for the entire workout. You can set up a personal heart rate zone for your workouts and save multiple settings for different activities or ranges. Three slots are available for options. There is also a wrist watch monitor, to which all data received from the sensor is transmitted. In case of going beyond the designated pulse zone, it will beep.

Otherwise, everything is spartan: there is a monitoring of calories burned and a stopwatch. And nothing more. The gadget does not have its own application; it cannot synchronize with a smartphone or transfer data. Therefore, it is suitable only as a monitor "here and now", without problems with complex analytics or charts. In general, the model has earned positive feedback. The watch has a cheaper copy of the iSport W117, but the reviews are not as positive.

Compact, simple and fairly accurate model for amateur sports. The shape of the sensor is convenient - small, round and thin, it will not stick out from under a T-shirt or T-shirt. The belt is comfortable - does not rub, does not fall off. Although with a deep breath it can press a little. The case can also be attached to compatible clothing. I didn’t get many functions: it can count heart rate (HR) and calories consumed.

The set does not include a watch or a fitness bracelet.The sensor is integrated only with SUUNTO watches, which is not very convenient: many athletes can use gadgets from other manufacturers. But the device is connected to all smartphones, so that those who wish can run directly with the phone. Suitable for swimming, but during training does not transmit data, but records them in the internal memory. In general, a good model for training of medium intensity. With active use, the strap may fail. However, it is easy to replace if necessary.

Almost the simplest and most affordable heart rate monitor from the well-known manufacturer SIGMA. A simple, frankly cheap sensor with an acceptable measurement accuracy for such a price. The brand fundamentally relates to the accuracy of heart rate calculation, so even the simplest models practically do not lie. The complete watch received large, noticeable numbers, which is convenient for a quick glance. Although it looks old-fashioned, it is effective. Of the functions - heart rate measurement, accurate time and stopwatch.

The SIGMA brand is distinguished by its almost invisible chest strap. It does not have serious differences in thickness, so it will be completely invisible under sportswear. In addition, it is almost not felt on the skin. Overall, this heart rate monitor is a great option for beginner athletes at the price of an average fitness bracelet. You don’t have to spend money on an expensive device if you are not sure whether you will be practicing on an ongoing basis.

Officially, the device is called a "heart rate monitor", despite the frankly low price and poor functionality for sports. With a given task, the model copes with a bang. Suitable for swimming, withstands up to 3 atmospheres. Of the possibilities - the most standard: an individual cardio zone, measuring the time spent in it. There is a stopwatch, an alarm clock and a calendar. It turned out to be a kind of combination of an electronic watch and an accessory for a chest heart rate monitor.

This simple heart rate monitor is suitable for beginner athletes. He does not have 100% accuracy of readings, but close to ideal. Given the price, this is quite expected, so the model is clearly not of interest to professionals - the level of correctness is not the same. The heart rate monitor is compatible with equipment equipped with the CardioLink system. I am glad that it shows in real time the load in relation to the maximum in which a person is now: there are zones for warm-up, intensive and increased load.

Beurer is one of the most popular sportswear brands in the world. Therefore, it is not surprising that its heart rate monitors are well-deservedly popular. The sensor is universal, suitable for different types of training, including in water. It transmits information about the heart rate at a distance of up to 70 cm, which is enough for most activities. But it does not work in water, although it can withstand pressure up to 3 atmospheres. In reviews, buyers write that the gadget accurately determines the pulse, but some people may be uncomfortable due to the ribbed contact zones on the chest strap.

This model is equipped with a clock to which readings from the chest sensor will be transmitted. Their bracelet is soft, comfortable, so it will not interfere during training. During exercise, the watch will show your current heart rate and elapsed time. In fact, the average and maximum heart rates, calories and fat burned, the time spent by the heart rate in the desired training zone (aerobic, anaerobic, etc.) will be calculated. It is also possible to set up a sound signal: it will notify you if the pulse goes beyond the desired values.

Lightweight, comfortable and pleasant heart rate monitor. In addition to calculating heart rate, it can do a lot of things: collect running metrics, count bicycle cadence and step width, calories burned and grams of fat, training characteristics, etc. The watch is not included, but the gadget is connected to almost any fitness watch and sensors. Also, workouts are recorded in the internal memory, so it is not necessary to carry any device with you. The case is removed from the belt, so washing the latter will be much easier. The sensor itself weighs nothing - 8.5 grams without a belt.

The heart rate monitor with the help of the application can act as a tracker of various exercises. For example, it can be configured for running, strength training, cycling and so on. Alas, it cannot independently switch between different activities, which is inconvenient for mixed activities. But it can record the distance using a GPS receiver.It's funny, but in the reviews, some athletes write that using the application they can use the heart rate monitor as a track switch button on their smartphone. It is very convenient, for example, during a long run.

Universal heart rate monitor for fans of Polar sports gadgets. In addition to the heart rate itself, it can count the number of grams of fat burned and some other metrics using the watch and the application. The device works on a specific GymLink protocol. Therefore, it can only be paired with Polar branded watches and some exercise equipment or treadmills. But the heart rate monitor is able to transmit data to the watch even when in water, which is impossible for the ANT + protocol. It is also possible to work with smartphones via Bluetooth. The belt is studded with drops of silicone, which does not allow it to slip on dry or sweaty skin.

The strap has four electrodes instead of the usual two. This increases the accuracy of determining heart rate to the maximum, but also increases the cost of the device. There is an internal memory: you can record one workout in it, and it can be stored without unloading for up to 30 hours. However, you will first need to enable it through the application. There are no clocks included.

A heart rate monitor for those who really understand metrics and want to track their maximum number. The gadget can collect many different parameters during training.The manufacturer tried and included in this model the calculation of everything that is possible: running metrics, heart rate, step width and much more. The availability of certain functions depends on the specific type of gadget.

The brand’s heart rate monitor received several variations at once: for swimming (Swim, it can’t take running metrics, rubberized belt), for runners (Run, there is an accelerometer) and for triathlon (Tri is the combination of the two previous heart rate monitors). All of these options are water resistant to 5 ATM. A belt has also appeared with the ability to simultaneously connect to other devices via Bluetooth and ANT + protocols (Dual, water resistance 1 atmosphere). Therefore, each athlete can easily choose the option that suits him best.

The Beurer PM62 is a more advanced model than the Beurer PM15. It is designed for experienced athletes who understand detailed analytics and require serious accuracy. The heart rate monitor comes with a stylish watch. Suitable for pool swimming. The chest strap and sensor are comfortable to wear, do not fall off, do not cut into the skin. Allows you to specify a custom mode with upper and lower heart rate limits. The watch beeps when your heart rate is out of range during exercise.

The heart rate monitor can separately calculate the training time spent with a heart rate in a given range, it counts the average heart rate. Able to monitor calories burned and grams of fat - quite informative for losing weight. Remembers the last workout before transferring it to the application or to the watch, if for some reason they were not with you during classes.The device has a USB connector for integration with a PC and serious physical condition analytics programs.

Another SIGMA brand heart rate monitor, but this time much more advanced. Allows you to set up two heart rate zones (aerobic and anaerobic) based on body parameters and one individual with a minimum and maximum heart rate. When entering and exiting the selected zone, it signals with a sound. Conveniently, you do not need to constantly redo the restrictions. Calculates current, average and maximum heart rate with amazing accuracy. The heart rate monitor is also able to independently remember how long the pulse was in a given zone from a workout. Almost complete heart rate analytics.

The set includes an informative and stylish fitness watch. All the necessary information is displayed on their screen: date and time, current heart rate, lap timer. If necessary, you can turn on the stopwatch. You can swim in the watch and tracker only in the pool, but you can’t dive and press the buttons. Of the additional functions: it can take into account the calories burned, circles and repetitions. The sensor is in the same streamlined and almost invisible box as the iD.GO.