Does anyone now the cheapest compatible heart rate monitor.
I would like to know this as well.
The Garmin HRM strap works fine (I just tried it). Not that they're that cheap but if you're a cyclist like me you probably already have one (or more).
Part Number: 010-10997-00 on Garmin's web site.
Has anyone else used a heart rate monitor with the Note 3? (or a fitness tracker/smart watch) If so, which ones? I would really love to get something like that! I can't find hardly any information on Samsung's S-band either, at least not from their site.
This is compatible and cheap. Opt for the "regular strap" for the cheaper version although I'd recommend getting the premium one for comfort.
http://www.amazon.com/Garmin-Premium-Heart-Monitor-Strap/dp/B0029M3NSS
Just got my Wahoo heart rate monitor and speed and cadence sensor for my bike.
All connect absolutely fine as they're Ant+ (knew they would)
Although they state for iPhone (stupid statement as it works on Ant+ not IOS).
best few $ I ever spent.
What apps do you guys use to track with? I've been using run keeper and have a garmin HRM and don't see a setting for it so i'm guessing this app does not support Ant+ sends me off to a blue tooth HRM.
doesn't the galaxy note 3 have Bluetooth 4.0 and ANT+?
This is where I'm confused on the purchase of a HRM, I don't know whether to get a BLE or ANT+ strap? Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated!
I have a Polar H7 which supports Bluetooth Smart. I use it with Sportstracker app. I went with Bluetooth Smart over Ant+ because more devices and apps are moving that way.
Endomondo is adding Bluetooth Smart soon. That's the app I want to use.
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Polar Wearlink+.Bluetooth transmitter. Use it with CardioTrainer app.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004HM0H14
There is also a very clever app which uses the camera and flashlight at the same time to report your pulse real-time - and it works!
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Zephyr HxM = Sensor+Belt; Sports Tracker Pro = App
I use this combo daily. Absolutely reliable. The Zephyr HxM is the best senor because it has cadence built-in. This allows you to report distance on things like ellipticals and treadmills. The Zephyr HxM comes with a small dock for recharging; no messing with batteries. Sports Tracker Pro reports battery status along with other statistics so you can recharge unit after your workout if you notice it needs recharge. Sports Tracker Pro uploads your workouts to the cloud (if you so chose). This is a really complete package.
Amdathlonuk said:
Just got my Wahoo heart rate monitor and speed and cadence sensor for my bike.
All connect absolutely fine as they're Ant+ (knew they would)
Although they state for iPhone (stupid statement as it works on Ant+ not IOS).
best few $ I ever spent.
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I too have a Wahoo HRM - works great.
I just picked up a Oregon Scientific SZ999 unit on Clearance for $23. I am trying to see if it will work with my Note 3. Has anyone tried these? It is a BLE (BT 4.0) device.
It shows up on my phone when I scan for it but when I try to communicate with it I get an "Unable to communicate with HRM (Ver0.4)" error.
The manual does say to slightly wet the skin where the pads go and to not have any hair. I just attached this to my chest and am slightly sweaty and have a little hair but nothing major. I figured if I saw it then I should be able to connect to it unless the battery is shot. It was on Clearance which normally means it has been in the box for a while.
So I guess I really want to know is has anyone tried using one of these with their phone?
If it works then I got it for an awesome price. If it doesn't then I have 30 days to return it.
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I'm about to buy a small new smartphone which I'm planning on using mainly for sports.
However, I'm curious about GPS performance on this device and how it compares with my current Galaxy S.
I'm very interested if anyone already used this device in the woods as I run alot in forests. My SGS can track me really poorly (constantly jumping coordinates) in forests but normal tracking is not that bad.
Which small device has the best GPS antenna? Xperia Active is nice because IP67 (so I can still run in the pouring rain), but if another device has a much better antenna I would prefer using a cover.
(I use Endomondo or Runkeeper for tracking)
Not that it answers your question but I find that I get a much more accurate GPS route in Endomondo when I use Tracker Booster at the same time on my arc aswell as on my mini pro.
Is the GPS antenna in the active the same as in the mini/mini pro?
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Does anyone know if there is a decent, and reasonably priced heart rate monitor which works with windows phone 8? Ideally it wont just track heart rate, but keep a record/graph of it over the whole workout
I know runtastic has their own one, but its ridiculously expensive, so was hoping there was other options
thanks
gyro11 said:
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Does anyone know if there is a decent, and reasonably priced heart rate monitor which works with windows phone 8? Ideally it wont just track heart rate, but keep a record/graph of it over the whole workout
I know runtastic has their own one, but its ridiculously expensive, so was hoping there was other options
thanks
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Runtastic wants to add support for hr sensors which use Bluetooth 4 as soon as Microsoft adds BT4 support to WP8 (which hopefully will happen since Lumia 820 and 920 have Bluetooth 4 Hardware inside). Seems that old BT2 sensors won't be supported from runtastic. Didn't hear anything about plans of endomondo and co.
Hi. Just wondering if anyone has tested the accuracy of the heart rate monitor during vigorous exercise? I am cautious about this unit, given how poorly the HRM works on the Gear 2 Neo. I have a great fitness watch with an accurate strapless HRM, but I would love to combine the features of a smart watch with a fitness device. The Gear S is the best option at the moment, but I have not seen any valid comparison against a device that is known to be accurate.
Thanks!
I have worn the gear with my polar hrm at the same time. If you sit there and stare at it, sometimes it can look off from the polar. However, when the workout is over and you compare the two, the readings are comparable. Accurate enough for me.
I haven't done enough tests to be 100% sure, but using a blood pressure monitor(it shows heart rate as well) and then the watch right after. The difference was about 2 bpm. So while I can't be sure it is accurate in all scenarios and I only tested once. The results seem to be accurate.
Thanks for the replies. I don't need it to be perfect, so it should be OK. The Gear Neo is useless as a training tool, as it cannot hold the heart rate consistently. If the Gear S only has the occasional spike or drop, it should be OK.
Can the Gear S sync with a bluetooth heartrate monitor?
In my experience Gear 2 works fine, if you don't sweat.
If you want better accuracy, look into two sensor devices like Apple Watch, Fitbit HR, or Mio Alpha (especially MIO).
I would not expect any accuracy improvement, from any single sensor Hear Rate monitor.
I tested it a few times while at doctor appointments. The nurse did a manual reading the old fashioned way and it was always within 5 or less.
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In order to offload step calculation from Galaxy S5 and add heart rate monitoring to my exercises I thought to buy Samsung Gear Fit. I thought it might help a lot. But after a little research it seems its pedometer and heart rate sensor is far from accurate. However, all those reviews were made when it was first released. It got some updates I think. Now, after those updates what about its accuracy, did Samsung increase its pedometer and heart rate monitor accuracy via updates, or is it still the same?
Also since nearly a month S Health application is very laggy. When I wake up the device it is freezed nearly for 5 secs. Exercise mode rarely functions, just freezes and phone asks to kill it. This way also it consumes much more battery too. So I see it is important to not rely on only one application. Can Gear Fit run fine with other applications like Endomondo? I thought about other devices too, but it seems Gear Fit is the best in its price tag and features.
S-Health is really bad. I use Endomondo and it does more than I could ask for. Yes, best value for money device.
sis651 said:
In order to offload step calculation from Galaxy S5 and add heart rate monitoring to my exercises I thought to buy Samsung Gear Fit. I thought it might help a lot. But after a little research it seems its pedometer and heart rate sensor is far from accurate. However, all those reviews were made when it was first released. It got some updates I think. Now, after those updates what about its accuracy, did Samsung increase its pedometer and heart rate monitor accuracy via updates, or is it still the same?
Also since nearly a month S Health application is very laggy. When I wake up the device it is freezed nearly for 5 secs. Exercise mode rarely functions, just freezes and phone asks to kill it. This way also it consumes much more battery too. So I see it is important to not rely on only one application. Can Gear Fit run fine with other applications like Endomondo? I thought about other devices too, but it seems Gear Fit is the best in its price tag and features.
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It seems so. Just Endomondo seems its not able to use the heart rate sensor. I don't know, maybe I can buy sth. like Garmin Vivosmart and a heart rate monitor band. I'm dubious as I haven't used these devices. In fact do not really need these, but hava some capitalistic urge to buy from these.
What about their pedometer and heart rate accuracy?
Can anyone recommend the best bluetooth HRM chest strap to pair with an Amazfit smartwatch?
I have the Amazfit Pace, but I am looking for opinions regardless of which Amazfit model you have. Many thanks!
Any HR strap that uses Bluetooth 4.1 or newer should work, from cheap Chinese ones from Ali to Polar ones.
Many thanks Ifom. I would want one of the best ones available, with high accuracy and good comfort etc. If anyone has feedback that would be great.
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Many thanks Ifom. I would want one of the best ones available, with high accuracy and good comfort etc. If anyone has feedback that would be great.
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https://the5krunner.com/2018/05/03/amazfit-stratos-bluetooth-sensor-pairing-quirks/
Hey,
I'm using the strap linked below. Really good choice for the price, didn't know the brand before looking for best and cheap hr monitor. Really good feel and good accuracy, I practice interval trainings, long runs (>15km), and home workout (paired with my phone). I have the strap since six months and everything's fine, there's new version for similar price if you are interested. hope my feedback can be helpful.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/CooSpo-Mon...&qid=1575110347&sprefix=coospo,aps,145&sr=8-4
Many thanks Int976, that's super helpful! I will get that one and report back.
I'm using the Wahoo TICKR
It's reliable and from a reputable brand; and works well with my Stratos
I've been using mine since May 2019 (7 months so far) and battery & accuracy still good.