Polar FT4 - Worth $65?

dxtra30
dxtra30 Posts: 498 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
I don't own a HRM monitor yet but i see the Polar FT4 is on sale for $65.95, is this worth the price?

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  • rduhlir
    rduhlir Posts: 3,550 Member
    Yup.
  • rachelerwin
    rachelerwin Posts: 140 Member
    I own one and I love it!
  • Sweetsugar0424
    Sweetsugar0424 Posts: 451 Member
    Yup! I paid more than that ;)
  • Machafin
    Machafin Posts: 2,988 Member
    I was looking at them too and this seems like a great price. Im prob gonna jump on this sale.
  • lizabelle1217
    lizabelle1217 Posts: 5 Member
    I JUST this morning purchased the Polar FT4 via Amazon Prime. I can't wait to get it on Wednesday so I can start really figuring out how to actually lose this weight!
  • angeldaae
    angeldaae Posts: 348 Member
    I paid less than that for my FT7 on Amazon.

    An FT4 would be worth $65, yes, but that is not the best price out there.
  • cnlargent
    cnlargent Posts: 199 Member
    Yes, its worth it. Love mine.
  • skylark94
    skylark94 Posts: 2,036 Member
    That's what I paid for mine on Amazon. I've been nothing but happy with it.

    I discovered this morning that it gives you a little cake on your birthday too. :laugh:
  • angeldaae
    angeldaae Posts: 348 Member
    I paid less than that for my FT7 on Amazon.

    An FT4 would be worth $65, yes, but that is not the best price out there.

    Here it is for $45 from Sears. This is the women's model, though.

    http://www.sears.com/polar-ft4-female-fitness-computer/p-00614450000P?prdNo=1&blockNo=1&blockType=G1
  • MightyDomo
    MightyDomo Posts: 1,265 Member
    Depending on what you want to get out of your HRM it could be a good price or you could be paying less for less.

    If you want to track distance it would be better to get a GPS enabled HRM. I use a Garmin and it is wonderful! Garmins can be purchased in models for running/walking/hiking, cycling, skiing/snowboarding, swimming. So many different activities can be gauged depending on what you buy with a GPS HRM.

    If you want a pedometer/speed indication/hrm then the Polars I have heard a great, and work very well for their price point, they also vary on features depending on the model you choose so it might be a good idea to read up on the current models and see if the one you have noted is the one that works how you want it to.

    http://heart-rate-monitor-watches-review.toptenreviews.com/

    This website also helps with choosing as well, they test the product and then give a review based on uses with pro's, con's and other great info.
  • skylark94
    skylark94 Posts: 2,036 Member
    I paid less than that for my FT7 on Amazon.

    An FT4 would be worth $65, yes, but that is not the best price out there.

    Here it is for $45 from Sears. This is the women's model, though.

    http://www.sears.com/polar-ft4-female-fitness-computer/p-00614450000P?prdNo=1&blockNo=1&blockType=G1

    The only difference between the men's and women's is the size. My large framed husband uses my old gold FT4 with no issues. There is a setting for gender.

    I would have ordered another as a spare from Sears at that price. Unfortunately, it says it's not available to ship and no store within 50 miles of me had any in stock :frown:
  • dxtra30
    dxtra30 Posts: 498 Member
    I paid less than that for my FT7 on Amazon.

    An FT4 would be worth $65, yes, but that is not the best price out there.

    Here it is for $45 from Sears. This is the women's model, though.

    http://www.sears.com/polar-ft4-female-fitness-computer/p-00614450000P?prdNo=1&blockNo=1&blockType=G1

    Thanks but i should have clarified.. I'm looking at Mens one. Thank you tho .
  • becjovincent
    becjovincent Posts: 25 Member
    I love my Polar... i'm on my 3rd (They've each lasted me YEARS!!!!!) & my FT4 is my favorite. I paid over $65 for mine... & would again.
  • Cindy393
    Cindy393 Posts: 268 Member
    absolutely-best $65 you'll ever spend!
  • runningathena
    runningathena Posts: 218 Member
    ABSOLUTELY worth it. There are good deals out there if you're willing to hunt around!
  • ndearing0501
    ndearing0501 Posts: 145 Member
    I have the ft7 and love my hrm! I would def suggest getting one. Really gives you an accurate reading of how many calories burned.
  • jdim1093
    jdim1093 Posts: 418 Member
    Worth it! Really helpful when working out. I run, do zumba, do strength training. All of that burns calories and I know exactly how many with my chest strap. I use my cell phone for music and safety when I run, so I use the GPS in that. I couldn't justify $200 for a GPS HRM watch.
  • kimimila86
    kimimila86 Posts: 399 Member
    Next to a new pair of running shoes, a HRM was the best thing I invested for myself. Good luck!
  • jenns1964
    jenns1964 Posts: 384 Member
    I ordered mine from Ebay for $63.99. It should arrive today.
  • JTKamz
    JTKamz Posts: 22 Member
    I have a FT7 and I love it! I wont workout or even shovel snow w/o it!
  • Fvaisey
    Fvaisey Posts: 5,506 Member
    That's what I paid for mine on Amazon. I've been nothing but happy with it.

    I discovered this morning that it gives you a little cake on your birthday too. :laugh:

    Happy BIrthday!
  • Amberonamission
    Amberonamission Posts: 836 Member
    I just got mine in the mail last week. It is as accurate as my old sportline wrist watch type of HRM. And it opened my eyes to how inaccurate the MFP estimates of calorie burn were.
  • DoingitWell
    DoingitWell Posts: 560 Member
    Yep, I paid more for mine but it was still very worth it.
  • dxtra30
    dxtra30 Posts: 498 Member
    Wow thanks for replies and now on Amazon they lowered it down to $61.xx so I pulled the trigger and got it! Plus i have Amazon Prime and it will be here in 2days.. Thanks all!
  • indygal76
    indygal76 Posts: 283 Member
    Yes! I love mine. Best thing ever to help me with my workouts! :happy:
  • jonilynn70
    jonilynn70 Posts: 145 Member
    I'm having trouble making mine accurate - seems to be reading too high including my start heart rate - does anyone know how I can fix this??
  • jdim1093
    jdim1093 Posts: 418 Member
    I'm having trouble making mine accurate - seems to be reading too high including my start heart rate - does anyone know how I can fix this??
    Gotta have some moisture between the metal contacts on the strap and your chest. They make pricey lubes, but I just use a bit of spit...I mean you shower after the workout, anyway. Also, make sure it's tight on your chest.
  • Abel721
    Abel721 Posts: 6 Member
    Wow thanks for replies and now on Amazon they lowered it down to $61.xx so I pulled the trigger and got it! Plus i have Amazon Prime and it will be here in 2days.. Thanks all!

    Just ordered myself one as well. I saw the price on Amazon and got it price matched to BestBuy.com. I had $15 Reward certificates (free money) from doing the Best Buy Reward Zone daily polls. Got mine for $50.xx with Tax. A lot of good reviews made it hard to pass up. It'll be nice to get a better estimate on my workouts.
  • dxtra30
    dxtra30 Posts: 498 Member
    I got mine a couple days ago FT4 and liking it alot! Thanks all for comments.

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