HRM Help Please!

Reesecup312
Reesecup312 Posts: 236 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
I don't know anything about HRMs, but I would like to purchase one so I can record my exercise and calories burned as accurately as possible. Could you please tell me what to look for by name and price?
Thank you! :smile:

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  • Rloral
    Rloral Posts: 112 Member
    HSN had a proform HRM on sale for $25.00 so I purchased it and so far I like it. The reviews were mixed on the product but I rather pay $25 than pay $75-100 right now. Good luck on your search.
  • Reesecup312
    Reesecup312 Posts: 236 Member
    HSN had a proform HRM on sale for $25.00 so I purchased it and so far I like it. The reviews were mixed on the product but I rather pay $25 than pay $75-100 right now. Good luck on your search.


    Thanks, that is more in price range too!! Is it a wrist band type?
  • jagar07
    jagar07 Posts: 266 Member
    I got my timex from newegg for around $45 when it was originally $75. I like it though. It is a wrist watch, but there is a sensor band you have to wear on your chest. I sometimes find that annoying, but the pro's definitely out weigh the cons!
  • dad106
    dad106 Posts: 4,868 Member
    If you are looking for a cheap HRM or one without a chest strap, then don't even buy an HRM. They won't be accurate and are a total waste of money.

    If you want a good HRM, then buy a Polar.. FT4 comes off of amazon for about 60 with free shipping.
  • grapeeyes1
    grapeeyes1 Posts: 229 Member
    Hubby just ordered me the Polar.. FT4 . I have read a lot of reviews and this one has gotten the best for accuracy and ease. Plus is syncs up with your pc. I am not supposed to know he ordered it, but he left the page open on the tablet.
  • Reesecup312
    Reesecup312 Posts: 236 Member
    Thanks!! Maybe I will give my hubby a hint too!! I appreciate it!! :smile:
  • cramernh
    cramernh Posts: 3,335 Member
    If you are looking for a cheap HRM or one without a chest strap, then don't even buy an HRM. They won't be accurate and are a total waste of money.

    If you want a good HRM, then buy a Polar.. FT4 comes off of amazon for about 60 with free shipping.


    Yeah.... I just bought the Polar FT4, with chest strap, free shipping, in the color of purple (was VERY happy about that) for $71.00!!!
  • Reesecup312
    Reesecup312 Posts: 236 Member
    I guess the Polar FT4 Is it!! Thanks everybody!
  • Rloral
    Rloral Posts: 112 Member
    HSN had a proform HRM on sale for $25.00 so I purchased it and so far I like it. The reviews were mixed on the product but I rather pay $25 than pay $75-100 right now. Good luck on your search.


    Thanks, that is more in price range too!! Is it a wrist band type?

    It's a watch and a chest belt.
  • TubbsMcGee
    TubbsMcGee Posts: 1,058 Member
    If you are looking for a cheap HRM or one without a chest strap, then don't even buy an HRM. They won't be accurate and are a total waste of money.

    Agreed.

    I have a Polar FT7, I got it at Target for $70...best investment I've ever made! Super accurate and has a chest strap.

    If you're going to make the investment, make sure you do your research. It won't be worth it if a $35 machine craps out on you after only a few uses and you have to buy a more expensive replacement...when meanwhile you could have just made the one purchase and been happy with it.

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