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Polar H10 Heart Rate Monitor Bluetooth HRM Chest Strap
Last Updated: March 16, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.7
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
778
Old Reviews
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34 meters
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Review Analysis - 723 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Heartrate
202heart rate monitor, polar, heart, accurate, monitor
+83%
-17%
" ... Works great for showing heart rate during a run or workout. ... "
" ... I bought this to track HRV more than heart rate and I am not disappointed. ... "
" ... Use it to show my cariologist my heart rate etc. ... "
" ... I bought this to monitor my heart rate at the gym. ... "
" ... Outstanding Heart Rate Monitor. ... "
" ... It can be used to monitor day-long events with an apparent resolution of averaging one's heart rate every second for over eight hours when used with the Polar Beat and Polar Flow applications. ... "
" ... The Polar H10 heart rate sensor is a simple strap with the added sensor attached via two snaps. ... If you want better analytics for your workouts, consider the Polar H10 heart rate sensor as a vital accessory. ... "
" ... But I can't hit the ground like a burpee with it on my chest. ... "
Apps
168polar, apps, polar beat app, h10, android
+76%
-24%
" ... Though the app could improve in a couple spots, the monitor itself is wonderful. ... "
" ... Thankfully, other apps out there recognize the H10 so I can still track my workouts. ... "
" ... Does exactly what I needed it to do, and pairs easily with the downloadable app. ... "
" ... I'm in a group competition of training through my apple watch. ... The last thing I need is to use a new app. ... "
" ... Great with Elite HRV app. ... "
" ... Links up with the app and gives personalized workout stats along with monitoring your heartrate zones. ... "
" ... love the polar app. ... "
" ... I started using with the app on iPhone, but now I use it with my A370 watch. ... "
Device Compatibility
144app, monitor, polar, connect, bluetooth
+65%
-35%
" ... I especially love that it's connected to an app on my phone! ... "
" ... This product can connect to apple Watch (tried with series 3) and work with Apple Watch workout application. ... "
" ... Like how it reads out on the treadmill and/or my iPhone. ... "
" ... Never drops a beat or loses sync with my Apple Watch or phone. ... "
" ... Works PERFECTLY with my Apple Watch 2 ... "
" ... Especially when I'm on a treadmill or stationary and can see the real time reporting on my smartphone. ... "
" ... Excellent product with the free app and smart phone. ... "
" ... Very happy, to issues connecting to Android phone. ... "
Product Reliability
113stopped working, worked, working, h10, polar
+29%
-71%
" ... This week it stopped altogether even after putting a new battery in. ... "
" ... Got a replacement and that stopped working after a week. ... "
" ... they continued to send me the same instructions 3 times after telling them what my issue was. ... "
" ... I have replaced the battery 4 times over the past year thinking that could be the issue ... "
" ... I bought one in May 2017 - it died one year later. ... I bought another in June and it has already died just 5 months later. ... "
" ... I purchased a new CR2025 batter and replaced it. ... "
" ... The H10 is far inferior and stopped working just a little over a year after I got it. ... "
" ... Unfortunately this product never worked for me. ... "
Comfort
103comfortable, chest strap, chest, h7, accurate
+82%
-18%
" ... The strap is very comfortable and easy to clean. ... "
" ... It's also more comfortable than other chest straps I've worn. ... "
" ... It pairs instantly and the chest strap fits better than the old one. ... "
" ... My weight also goes up and down and the adjustable strap helps when you are regularly changing sizes or losing weight. ... "
" ... Nonetheless, I find the strap very useful . ... "
" ... I was even more impressed when I did some laps in the pool and the strap held true, and I felt no discomfort or drag while swimming. ... "
" ... Comfortable to wear and so easy to clean. ... "
" ... Minimal and strap is pretty comfy. ... "
Band
102chest strap, polar, comfortable, band, chest
+71%
-29%
" ... Also the improvements in the belt are very nice. ... "
" ... Chest strap was fine. ... "
" ... Previously I had a Casio HR watch with a chest strap that stopped working after 8 months (and drove me batty) - I was able to purchase a 2 year warranty for $2.41 (which hopefully I won't have to use). ... "
" ... Strap feels better than Garmin options, and the pod snaps into our Adidas HRM tops for strap-free comfort. ... "
" ... This chest strap works amazingly with your iWatch. ... "
" ... Nonetheless, I find the strap very useful . ... I prefer Strava, which pairs nicely with the strap. ... "
" ... For a chest strap device they’re all uncomfortable a little bit but this one seems to be the most comfortable to wear of them. ... "
" ... I love this strap. ... "
Software Platform
101polar, apps, android, h10, software
+65%
-35%
" ... Works well, updates info on phone quick ... "
" ... Polar has an app to go with it which does a neat job making a graph showing the progression through 5 levels of exertion. ... "
" ... Easily synced/paired with Polar Beat app on my android. ... "
" ... ya lo probe, conecto rapido a mi iphone x y sus apps. ... "
" ... Works well with my iPhone (IOS v11.x) and the Polar apps (Beat and Flow) feed directly into Apple health. ... "
" ... Works great with both app and watch. ... "
" ... works well well with other apps. ... "
" ... Works great with phone app, no need to have a watch on now. ... Phone app is great. ... "
Accuracy
83readings, polar, hr, h10, training
+93%
-7%
" ... More accurate thsn my Fitbit. ... "
" ... Very accurate and a great help for those doing heart zone training. ... "
" ... Very accurate, use with FITIV app to stay in endurance zone ... "
" ... Very accurate, I love it! ... "
" ... Great readings and accuracy. ... "
" ... More accurate than my Samsung Gear S3, I use both and the polar give me better helpful information in combination with ICardio 3 . ... "
" ... Other than that, it seems to give a constant stream of HR readings, that seem very accurate. ... "
" ... I bought it because my Apple Watch was not giving an accurate HR reading during workouts. ... "
Battery Life
69life, dead, replaced the battery, changed the battery, replacing
+33%
-67%
" ... Battery life is extremely poor. ... "
" ... I just installed a new battery cr2025 and still nothing. ... "
" ... Bought an iPhone X, changed the battery, and still doesn’t work. ... "
" ... Consensus: I recieved a defective device, or a dead battery. ... The dead battery is less likely because the monitor only uses the battery when it is connected to the strap. ... "
" ... I changed battery and then it wouldn’t work at all! ... "
" ... I've had 5 different Polar watches, all with the same straps so I'm aware of how to take care of it & preserve battery life. ... "
" ... I have replaced the battery 4 times over the past year thinking that could be the issue ... "
" ... Switched out batteries twice, nothing ... "
For Running
63gym, workout, training, cardio, polar
+86%
-14%
" ... Bought this for my racing/exercising. ... "
" ... [Edit addition] I have now also used the H10 on a treadmill. ... "
" ... Learned I get good cardio when I am lifting weights: double benefit. ... "
" ... I've only used this monitor a few times now on runs with my Garmin watch and on rides with zwift. ... "
" ... I am using this as part of my weightloss/workout regimen. ... "
" ... This has helped my workouts immensely. ... "
" ... Wanted to love it, was great the one time it worked, but I can't spend 10 minutes at the gym stressing over trying to get it to work every time . ... "
" ... I am now able to check my HR when resting, cycling, running and performing various other activities, very easily. ... "
Bluetooth
45pairing, polar, pair, monitor, apple watch
+56%
-44%
" ... Sometimes finicky with whether or not it wants to bluetooth with smart phone. ... "
" ... The Bluetooth link still seems to work. ... "
" ... Thirdly, I like the fact that it now can transmit/pair with 2 Bluetooth devices. ... "
" ... Finally, I not had any disconnects from bluetooth, but have a reliable and sustained connection. ... "
" ... The bluetooth immediately connected to the HR Chest Monitor to the phone. ... "
" ... It's easily paired with the Bluetooth on your smartphone. ... "
" ... And even though it's Bluetooth I can still have it connected and use my Bluetooth headphones. ... "
" ... Bluetooth works better than expected and at a good range. ... "
Returns
32returned, amazon, send, repair, back
+6%
-94%
" ... I sent it back. ... "
" ... Only wish I would have returned it when I had the chance. ... "
" ... I'm going to send back to Amazon and try a new one hoping this was just a lemon. ... "
" ... and for those reasons, I gave it back. ... "
" ... Now it does not, and it's after the 30 days that Amazon gives to return. ... "
" ... I don't think it's right to return the strap as I am hoping there's nothing wrong with it. ... "
" ... First was returned and replaced by Amazon seller after 2 weeks of use. ... "
" ... This product does not perform as advertised and I will be returning it for a refund. ... "
Ease of Use
30simple, easy, super, use, set
+90%
-10%
" ... The pairing has been easy and simple. ... "
" ... This is a great HRM - accurate and easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to use! ... "
" ... Simple to put on. ... "
" ... A quick follow up. ... "
" ... Heard to set up at first, but easy to use after that. ... "
" ... Works well and easy to use. ... "
" ... It's easy to use. ... "
Fit
28fit, tight, strap, belt, xxl
+64%
-36%
" ... It fits perfectly when adjusted just a bit shy of full extension. ... "
" ... The belt fits very well and is comfortable. ... "
" ... It pairs instantly and the chest strap fits better than the old one. ... "
" ... Also the improvements in the belt are very nice. ... The old belt used to do that sometimes when I had to adjust it to get a reading. ... "
" ... Once you've put the strap on and snapped the unit onto it, pairing is a breeze (at least it was for me, pairing it to a Garmin Vivoactive 3 watch). ... "
" ... It used to happen to me a lot with the H7, no matter how tight the strap was, it always slid down. ... "
" ... I’m 5’4, 128 lbs, large bust, and the medium fits just fine without being overly uncomfortable to the breasts. ... "
" ... Another review confirmed that M-XXL would fit my chest (Large Tshirt, 40" below the pecks) and it fits just fine with room to spare. ... "
Pedometer
26polar, steps, h10, hr, calorie
+69%
-31%
" ... I had Polar's for years as well as other manufactures. ... "
" ... Well done Polar! ... "
" ... I like to have a more accurate reading than that of my Fitbit Alta HR which can wayyyyy overestimate or underestimate my calorie burn. ... "
" ... Very happy with the polar H10, I needed this for my strava so my calories and workouts are accurate ... "
" ... I try to stay for through lots of activities (CrossFit, strength training, tennis, golf, etc) and wearing this to track intensity & a more accurate calorie count is invaluable, especially if you're trying to lose weight. ... "
" ... Since I purchased this in January 2018 and started a better health and fitness regiment I have loss 30 lbs. ... "
" ... Best HRM out there! ... If you're someone just beginning your fitness journey . ... "
" ... Yesterday wore it while I walked 18 holes of golf. ... I was pleased to see that I had burned 1822 calories. ... "
Price
25price, waste of money, money, well, worth the money
+44%
-56%
" ... 20% failure rate is unacceptable. ... "
" ... Not worth the headaches for the price. ... "
" ... Just a big waste of money in my opinion ... "
" ... Waste of $90 ... "
" ... Expensive price tag for a cheap product! ... "
" ... I wasted my money. ... "
" ... Absolute waste of money. ... "
" ... Waste of money! ... "
Marketplace
24seller, works, shipping, arrived, vendor
+58%
-42%
" ... Works like it should & it was timely shipped by this seller. ... "
" ... Good price through amazon too! ... "
" ... Vendor very responsive and a pleasure to deal with ! ... "
" ... Arrived on time & even had a personal email from the seller which was really nice. ... "
" ... The product arrived early and was as described. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... It works as advertised. ... "
" ... Thanks to Amazon for accepting the return nicely. ... "
Build Quality
23plastic, snaps, rubber, clip, belt
+57%
-43%
" ... It used to happen to me a lot with the H7, no matter how tight the strap was, it always slid down. ... "
" ... The chest strap is comfortable and easy to use and pair with my IPhone 6splus . ... "
" ... Also the improvements in the belt are very nice. ... "
" ... The chest strap is durable and connects easily at a clip bracket. ... "
" ... I like the strap with the seat belt type clip also. ... "
" ... Works great and accurate, only issue is the plastic clip running on my side. ... "
" ... Loved the adjustable strap, the very well written instructions and ease of use. ... "
" ... It seems like it’s more of the flexible fabric and less hard plastic that the garmins have been made of. ... "
Other
16app, would, working, tried, strap
+63%
-38%
" ... This sensor is leaps and bounds better than the Tickr. ... "
" ... I always wet the sensor before use, and it performs perfectly right from the start. ... "
" ... So far this sensor has worked well. ... "
" ... I finally decided to get just this sensor and use the app and I am so glad I did!! ... "
" ... The strap and sensor themselves are great and compatibility has never been an issue on the apps I've tried. ... "
" ... Love this sensor. ... "
" ... It is alot lighter than my older HR sensor. ... "
" ... So, if you have an older Polar sensor, trade up, it is definitely worth it. ... "
Water Resistance
16water, pool, yet, workout, work
+63%
-38%
" ... Works well on a run and even in the pool. ... "
" ... Nice waterproof design. ... "
" ... Accurate and comfortable, only issue I had was that when performing water aerobics, it tended to lose contact and I had to reseat it. ... Stayed connected well while swimming laps and walking. ... "
" ... Use it for all cycling, strength training and swimming. ... "
" ... Works great just like my old one (which died because I accidentally submerged it - so I appreciate that this one is water proof). ... "
" ... The Bluetooth link to my phone works perfectly, I don't need to use any gels, just water, the strap and contacts are excellent. ... "
" ... Wearing it in the pool 5 times a week and works awesome ... "
Network
13h10, would drop, drop the signal, would, times
+54%
-46%
" ... However, the conventional wireless signal to machines continues to be stable throughout. ... "
" ... The H10 produces a reliable signal. ... "
" ... Works great no connection issues. ... "
" ... When running I have gotten no dropouts. ... "
" ... Picks up signal better than h7 too - simply moisten and go. ... "
Setup
11support, simple, setup, followed, set
+82%
-18%
" ... simple to set up and very reliable thus far . ... "
" ... The computer on the bike automatically picked up the signal from the H10 with no setup. ... "
" ... It took a while to connect it to his phone via Bluetooth, but after watching the instruction video online it was a breeze. ... "
" ... Relative simple to set up ... "
" ... A quick follow up. ... "
" ... Its so easy to use/setup it was dummy proof. ... Their online support was great as well. ... "
" ... I followed all of the care directions to the letter and loved it for the two times it worked. ... "
" ... I cannot make the pairing to my M450 last for more than a few minutes. ... "
Delivery
11arrived, time, shipping, received, day
+73%
-27%
" ... Product arrived on time, exactly as ordered. ... "
" ... Delivery was timely and well-packed. ... "
" ... Arrived on time! ... "
" ... The supplier did a great job the product arrived immediately no problems. ... "
" ... The product arrived early and was as described. ... "
" ... Great product and fast shipping!! ... "
" ... The monitor comes with a battery already in the device so it is ready to use the moment it is delivered. ... "
" ... Overall this was worth the price and BRAVO to Amazon on the 2 day shipping! ... "
Weight Tracking
7track, strap
+86%
-14%
" ... Use it for weight lifting workouts, hiking and more. ... "
" ... The monitor works really well for cardio, rowing, and weight lifting. ... "
" ... Keeps me on track to burn fat! ... "
" ... My weight also goes up and down and the adjustable strap helps when you are regularly changing sizes or losing weight. ... "
" ... I use it exclusively with my Nordic Track. ... "
" ... When you put in the correct weight it does a good job of calculating calories burnt with the app. ... "
GPS
6use, tracking, software, outdoors, garmin
+50%
-50%
" ... If I do not sign out the app continues to use the GPS which drains my battery - poor software implementation. ... "
" ... Back to Garmin! ... "
" ... I changed the battery, and my Garmin Forerunner 230 still couldn't "find" it. ... "
Product As Described
6described, product, expected, arrived
+100%
" ... It works as advertised. ... "
" ... This works as stated! ... "
" ... Exactly as expected! ... "
" ... The product arrived early and was as described. ... "
" ... works excellent, just as described! ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
Display Clarity
6screen, session, like, display, really
+83%
-17%
" ... When it is completed, you will see your workout session appear on screen. ... "
" ... It would be very nice if there was an option to display simply the heart rate on the screen so it’s large and clear. ... "
" ... Really like the display and functions. ... Also like (for my use) that the price is better than with a watch/wrist display. ... "
" ... This monitor is wonderful! ... "
ISP
6problem, connection, model, ant
+67%
-33%
" ... Works great no connection issues. ... "
" ... It even has upgrades of the free version, but I didn't need it. ... "
" ... Works well for me. ... "
" ... I have a new Concept2 Model D with a PM5. ... "
Size
6would, use, smaller, much, larger
+33%
-67%
" ... I thought maybe it was miss-marked and had it replaced only to find the new one was the same size. ... "
" ... Use medium size T-shirts so this shouldn't be a problem. ... "
" ... size, based on the sizing chart. ... "
" ... I can't even use it for a paper weight. ... "
Overall performance
5well, achieved
+100%
" ... It is much more responsive. ... "
" ... I also achieved reliability. ... "
" ... Works really well. ... "
" ... More stable than its predecessor by far. ... "
" ... Works very well. ... "
User Manual
4clear, followed, accurate
+25%
-75%
" ... Also the the instructions are not very clear. ... "
" ... This is not clear in the instructions ... "
For Travel
4gym
+100%
" ... I use it for long road bike rides and wouldn't travel without it. ... "
" ... I'm extremely lucky to have a supervisor that allows me to workout while on shift while I do a tour overseas on behalf of America. ... "
" ... Works with every treadmill I have been on this winter during business travel. ... "
" ... Recently I went on a trip and forgot the transmitter to my Polar V650 and bought the H10 and after a few days it appeared to malfunction. ... "
Features
4+100%
" ... For convenience reasons there should be a on and off switch. ... "
" ... The "offline" mode is particular "el premio". ... "
" ... The product functions as desired. ... "
Cleaning
4clean, water, simple, interface, instructions
+50%
-50%
" ... I have cleaned it and dried it after each worked. ... "
" ... That has somehow settled down and now just a quick wet finger swipe and we're off and working. ... "
Design
4seems, really, looking, like, new
+100%
" ... It also seems to be lower profile in its design which makes it more wearable under clothing. ... "
" ... Seems to be pretty rugged. ... "
" ... Looking forward to making new ones with my new H10. ... "
Memory
3device, days, would, storage
+67%
-33%
" ... It would be very easy to add enough storage to this device to allow hours if not days of telemetry storage while away from the phone and honestly I would be ok paying an extra $10-20 for this upgrade if it was available. ... "
" ... Works awesome with bluetooth or using built in memory. ... "
Water Usage
3work, land
+33%
-67%
" ... I would not recommend this unit if you going to be in water. ... "
Defective Delivery
3received, new, one, device
+33%
-67%
" ... Maybe I just received a defective model. ... "
" ... So, unless the seller re-package a used device as new, I recieved a defective device. ... "
Drying
3wet, strap, accuracy, h1, air
+100%
" ... I just rinse it well immediately after each use and let it air dry. ... "
" ... Like the fit and accuracy on dry land. ... "
" ... Works wonderfully, wet and dry. ... "
Camera
3+67%
-33%
" ... I'll still have the good memories. ... "
" ... I have attached two images of H7 vs H10. ... "
Call quality
3airdyne
+33%
-67%
" ... This absolutely does not work with the Airdyne, just call and ask Octane who supports the Airdyne models. ... "
" ... Tried getting them to call me and they never did! ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 34 meters
Connectivity
Bluetooth: Yes