I think a key point you missed out on is the ability to replace the strap on the Polar H10. The straps inevitably fail on all heart rate monitors and with a Polar you just buy a new strap, with the Garmin you have to replace the whole unit. I typically have to replace the strap every 6 months as the accuracy starts to drop.
@TheRunTesters
10 ай бұрын
That’s a very valid point.
@SDScuba
10 ай бұрын
You seriously can't replace the strap? That's a deal breaker...How's that possible?
@cjsky5822
9 ай бұрын
@@SDScuba the garmin is moulded on to the strap while the polar module unclips from the strap. That's probably why the garmin is capable of handling deeper water.
@neilj8224
6 ай бұрын
It's also laundering it. The detachable style you can just chuck in washing machin with running clothes (I usually put it in the pocket of something or a delicates bag). The aftermarket straps from 3rd parties works just as well and are far less expensive. I'd been using an original HRM_Run for years this way and have bought a Polar for when it dies (I already have a foot in the door as I have an OH1 too)
@sethweber454
4 ай бұрын
I was on the fence till I read this, thank you
@Aorist1
9 күн бұрын
I struggled with the Polar H10 for two years. I had to change the battery once a month. Now I have the Garmin and I'm happy
@peterklemenc6194
2 күн бұрын
Considering they have a 400hr claim, why not contact Polar support?
@Aorist1
Күн бұрын
@@peterklemenc6194 I have already done that. I sent the device in and it was replaced. But without success. The same thing happened with the new device.
@stuartdryer1352
8 ай бұрын
I have had two Garmin HR straps fail. My H10 has been completely reliable. At least one of my cycling partners has had the same experience.
@JED_HD
Ай бұрын
Two H10 fails here.
@mnyheim11
3 ай бұрын
One underrated feature of the HRM Pro and Pro Plus is the improved recording of pace and distance on a treadmill or running indoors.
@melnikov_m
2 ай бұрын
But treadmill also records distance very well
@mnyheim11
2 ай бұрын
@@melnikov_m Yes, but you want the pace and distance to be correct on your watch too, to gauge your fitness. Wrist based metrics are often bad at estimating this.
@dirtytalkien1653
6 ай бұрын
You can’t change a strap on Garmin. That’s all you need to know. All other things are not as important. Also H10 has the most accurate measurement.
@terryng8892
10 ай бұрын
I have both and prefer the H10 for comfort. The Garmin Pro+ strap metal connector rubs my skin. Both works well with my Fenix 7S.
@henne5348
4 ай бұрын
Does the extra data like ground contact time etc change compared to just the watch? Or do I not need the garmin hrm if my watch already tracks the extra data by itself?
@terryng8892
4 ай бұрын
@henne5348 Watch still ways to go for accuracy compared to chest strap HRM and other metrics.
@m.g.5203
8 күн бұрын
@@terryng8892 sorry, my English is not so well. Can't understand your last comment. Have the Garmin Fenix 7x Pro, it records the running data like ground contact time and so on. Do you think the watch is accurate enough?
@markotsura9210
6 күн бұрын
@m.g.5203 for me, the strap is more accurate, especially vertical ratio and vertical oscillation.
@TheDude-m2n
10 ай бұрын
I think the Polar is better. The strap is replacable and if you care about the running dynamics you can buy the running pod seperatly. It goes on sale for about £35 occasionaly. "I don't like the colour of my Polar H10 strap, that is a point against it." Come on, you know you can choose different straps. Also, I'm quite certain that Garmin watches don't have GCT balance. Polar also works in the water too.
@tadejdanev5030
2 ай бұрын
Does POLAR have running pod too? Work with GARMIN 6XPRO and GARMIN CONNECT?
@TheDude-m2n
2 ай бұрын
@@tadejdanev5030 No, you buy the running pod from Garmin. I use a Garmin Fenix 7 Pro, Polar H10 and Garmming Running Dynamics Pod together
@peterterstege9926
10 ай бұрын
I use the Garmin band with a Forerunner 255. Great combo
@davidlee8019
4 ай бұрын
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 *📊 Heart Rate Monitor Specifications* - Comparing key specs and basics of Polar H10 and Garmin HRM Pro+, - Price, battery life, size, weight, waterproofing, and connectivity compared, - Overview of tracking capabilities and additional features. 02:05 *🏃♂️ Comfort and Design Comparison* - Discussion on comfort, design, and usability aspects, - Comparison of battery replacement ease, - Differences in strap attachment and fabric properties. 03:05 *💡 Personal Preference and Usage Experience* - Personal experiences and preferences of the presenters, - Factors influencing their choice between Polar H10 and Garmin HRM Pro+, - Considerations such as accuracy, comfort, and compatibility with other devices. 04:14 *💰 Value Proposition and Final Recommendations* - Evaluating the value proposition of each heart rate monitor, - Final recommendations based on personal experiences and features, - Consideration of pricing, features, and intended usage scenarios. Made with HARPA AI
@Sinasi08
10 ай бұрын
Very easily remove the sensor and then put the chest strap in the washing machine when needed. Polar H10 it is 😊😊💪💪
@adamfeerst2575
10 ай бұрын
I shower with it after every use. Don’t need a washing machine.
@JoutarouKuujou1
10 ай бұрын
@@adamfeerst2575 I find washing it in the sink easier (after each use). Then machine wash once a week. Without machine wash it smells funky in no time
@Ghimlioak
10 ай бұрын
I have both and I prefer the Polar. Even if I had trouble with heart rate monitoring with low or high bpm at same pace . I don’t have heart disfunction at all 😊
@SDScuba
10 ай бұрын
Can you transfer the data from the Polar to Garmin Connect? Seamlessly?
@Ghimlioak
10 ай бұрын
@@SDScuba yes as well as the Garmin. Only less parameters to analyze. But if you are not interested in some stats the Polar is sufficient
@mtn_man
10 ай бұрын
One other thing to note is the H10 does not take the std 2032 battery, it takes the smaller 2025 battery, it works with both but as I found to my cost, it means the H10 isn't as water resistant with the bigger battery and mine got damaged as a result.....
@deshkanagrikhoon
10 ай бұрын
Comparison should have been between Garmin HRM dual and Polar H10
@ivanh3
4 ай бұрын
I have the Polar H10 and a Fenix 7X. I had the Polar because it was originally paired to an Apple Ultra. I was thinking about going the Garmin strap for more data, however, not being able to remove the strap seems silly. The Poplar H10 is so easy to keep clean, and should the strap wear out (which so far has not been a problem), I could just get a new strap. The core Garmin gear is really cool, but sometimes the accessories don't seem to be well thought out.
@Mafioso1731
8 ай бұрын
Is it possible to pair the H10 with Samsung Health ?
@JackGray-j9v
10 ай бұрын
Which one has the best customer tech support/customer service? Polar used to offer live phone support but has discontinued it. Is Garmin any better?
@christopherpalmer4243
16 күн бұрын
I had the H10 and the battery dies unless you remove the sensor from the strap. I lost 2 sensors so I switched to Wahoo
@erichweggelaar1320
Ай бұрын
Im a cyclists. Polar all the way for me. The battery life is definitely not 400 hours but I still prefer the Polar H10
@TranceMusic20
8 ай бұрын
What about compatibility H10 with Garmin 265 for example? I've seen some people reported there is connection problem sometimes.
@mateuszkitka
3 ай бұрын
Polar has 5kHz / Garmin 2,4kHz. I noticed differences in connecting to different devices, favoring Polar. Unfortunately, Garmin has a problem with this. Maybe it's just me. The device was serviced and still has a problem even though I have a new one.
@mrbartuss1
10 ай бұрын
Which would be better for Apple Watch? Tbh, I'm interested only in more accurate HR data and not draining AW battery as much
@missbutts85
10 ай бұрын
Found the HRM Pro Plus on Amazon for $97. Been using it with my Apple Watch and it works well
@mrbartuss1
10 ай бұрын
@@missbutts85 Does it save the AW battery? Have you noticed that?
@kao60
10 ай бұрын
Easy choice for me: The Garmin slides down all the time, and the Polar stays in place!
@JoutarouKuujou1
10 ай бұрын
Machine washable H10 👍
@henninga.9996
10 ай бұрын
This, the Garmin smells like cat piss after a few months, even with hand washing. It also disintegrates pretty quickly. H10 is washable and the band swapable, easy win
@adamfeerst2575
10 ай бұрын
Shower with it. Don’t need the washing machine.
@Gonzalo-kb5qc
10 ай бұрын
Which one do you recommend for triathlon? Thanks for the vídeo 🙏🏽
@mseeberg
10 ай бұрын
We got both the H9 and the H10 at home, and keep getting connection errors (on different devices, Android and iOS). Some days, try what you want, they won‘t connect. Will definitely sell the Polars and try the Garmin… nothing worse than the sun coming out and you are sitting indoors trying to get the HR monitor to connect…
@christianaspas
9 ай бұрын
try to moist the cheststrap a little bit before using it.
@mseeberg
9 ай бұрын
@@christianaspas Hey, thanks for coming back, good advice, but unfortunately, I already tried that, even with a specific gel for that. Didn‘t help anything. Meanwhile got the Garmin Pro, works like magic in comparison. No single connection error since then, never looking back to that Polar crap…
@twoweeledsoto6072
6 ай бұрын
I'm just looking at my Garmin HRM +. DAMN! I just assumed I could replace the strap. Why would they not make it possible? I guess we all know the answer to that one. It'll be the last Garmin strap I buy.
@justinwaite26
7 ай бұрын
How do i use the garmin with a app on my phone that just gives basic bpm?...i dont need anything else..
@davidlee8019
4 ай бұрын
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 📊 Comparing Polar H10 and Garmin HRM Pro Plus for running, both are highly recommended chest straps with subtle differences. 💰 Price difference: Polar H10 is cheaper than Garmin HRM Pro Plus, making it a more budget-friendly option. ⏱️ Battery life: Polar H10 offers longer battery life (400 hours) compared to Garmin HRM Pro Plus (12 months of daily training). 🌊 Waterproofing: Garmin HRM Pro Plus has better waterproofing capabilities (50m) than Polar H10 (30m). 📶 Connectivity: Garmin HRM Pro Plus supports unlimited ANT+ and three Bluetooth connections, while Polar H10 supports two Bluetooth connections. 🏃♂️ Tracking capabilities: Garmin HRM Pro Plus offers more advanced run tracking metrics like vertical oscillation, ground contact time, and stride length. 🛠️ Comfort and design: Polar H10 has easier battery replacement and a clip for fastening the strap, while Garmin HRM Pro Plus has a slightly smaller sensor and softer fabric. 🧼 Maintenance: Polar H10 strap is machine washable, whereas Garmin HRM Pro Plus strap is not. Made with HARPA AI
@julianklumpers
5 ай бұрын
For me, the Garmin HRM+ BPM hangs a lot or is stuck for several seconds (10 to 30) and then suddenly drops to my current BPM. This feels very frustrating because it alters my average BPM and gives me false readings. Also, when I first paired my Garmin HRM+ with my Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2), the running dynamics (pace and distance) were set to 'Always' instead of 'Indoor', which also alters my pace and distance by minutes off.
@karthiksst
9 ай бұрын
Can we use polar h10 for tracking treadmill running ?
@Martin9x19
8 ай бұрын
Yes, you can. It automatically connects to the treadmill/bike/stairs and ect.
@tomwood5247
Ай бұрын
My polar H10 would be working fine but once you get a bit hot and sweaty, the heat rate would go from 140bpm down to around 90bpm. Then after about 10, it would jump back up to your correct heart rate. Incredibly frustrating and would ruin your data when you tried to analyse everything after your run.
@ksheridan
5 ай бұрын
i,ve had 3 garmin hrm pro they are only lasting me about 14 months
@AL-jm6vb
10 ай бұрын
Hi will you being a review against chest monitors against arm monitors
@CSRunner7
10 ай бұрын
I’m really interested in the running dynamics but have an old Garmin 235 so don’t think I could see them on my watch. Would the Garmin Pro monitor mean I could Bluetooth those stats direct from strap to Garmin Connect app on my phone afterwards so can still review them??
@Eon0007
10 ай бұрын
I found that after buying the H10 does not work with the Sports Tracker app that I've used for year's. Disappointing and had to go back to H7. Not sure if the Garmin would be?
@ImApringle
10 ай бұрын
can you get replacement strap for the garmin? looks like its one unit
@JoutarouKuujou1
10 ай бұрын
no
@harveyhenry8082
5 ай бұрын
If i use a coros HR strap with a garmin watch will it do a VO2 max estimate based off the coros HR data?
@hakandartar
5 ай бұрын
Greetings, can I use Polar H10 by pairing it with Suunto 9 Peak?
@mihovilbilac4700
4 ай бұрын
I use them with suunto 9 baro
@hakandartar
4 ай бұрын
@@mihovilbilac4700 Thank you for your answer. Greetings from Turkey.
@ebohutomo
8 ай бұрын
Please review magene HR h603 chest trap
@infocuslearning
10 ай бұрын
Why didn’t you compare the Garmin HRM Dual? Much closer in price.
@gorjn1
10 ай бұрын
coospo for £15
@Whatreally123
4 ай бұрын
I am olanning to ourchase the Polar H10. Can someone help me how to connect it to an android smartphone and set the watch to read data from the Polar and notify me when i go lower or higher of particular heart rates?
@jakejoyride
Ай бұрын
so you dismiss Garmin features because your expensive watch cover some of those? and what if you using cheaper Garmin watch, do you get those additional measurements? and at the other side you emphasize that polar is cheaper which is obvious because it lacks features. BTW Garmin strap is able to store 18h of your training long after your watch died... what kind of review is this?
@dave.1981
22 күн бұрын
It's his review and his opinion. Make your own review if you disagree. Opinion is subjective. 😂
@thomaskeenan2208
5 ай бұрын
Low discomfort. Neither comfortable. Polar easy to remove and slightly less uncomfortable. Either is good. Garmin has its advantages.
@justinshadrach829
4 ай бұрын
As a footballer I've used the Polar H10 but it doesn't seem to record all of my distance and hour game said I covered only 60m. It kept loosing GPS. Is the Garmin GPS any better?
@Noah_wef
3 ай бұрын
The straps itself don't have any GPS afaik. Use your smartwatch or get a GPS vest for football
@Jump-n-smash
6 күн бұрын
I have a polar h10 and my experience with it has been abysmally bad, to the point of it being the worst product experience I have ever had.
@drigobarreto
6 ай бұрын
I’m a Garmin guy, however the Pro + is my 3rd strap an I’m again disappointed. It didn’t cracked the case as the priors did. But it’s decaying after 1 year of use. Electrode Pads are detaching and the rubber around them are eroding fast. Probably going to Polar soon.
@MotoRidesVietnam
6 ай бұрын
I'm owner of 2 x garmin hrm tri straps and both now fallen to pieces. Not built to last 💩
@AdamCook-x2g
10 ай бұрын
I have an old Garmin hrm-dual with a forerunner 965. Is there any reason to upgrade the chest strap?
@a.k.1351
10 ай бұрын
Yes, if you have too much money.
@kD_5555_
3 ай бұрын
Lol@@a.k.1351
@fxDEBIAN
19 күн бұрын
The H10 is more for pros.
@santiagocarlin9130
7 ай бұрын
HEY QUICK QUESTION can you connect your GARMIN hrm to a coros pace 3?
@chrisvarelabenitez4690
6 ай бұрын
Did you figure it out? Wonder if it’s compatible
@santiagocarlin9130
6 ай бұрын
In theory you can, but you lost running features Garmin connect has when you connect your hrm to a Garmin watch.@@chrisvarelabenitez4690
@santiagocarlin9130
6 ай бұрын
In a way yeah. But you loose some running features Garmin has in hrm while connected to Garmin Watch.
@chrisvarelabenitez4690
6 ай бұрын
@@santiagocarlin9130 like what?
@santiagocarlin9130
6 ай бұрын
@@chrisvarelabenitez4690running dynamics which only works between Garmin devices.
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