HRM- Polar FT40 or F11 (obsolete- comparable to FT60)? Help
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Dilemma here- would love to order a Polar HRM but can't decide!!! Help me please! I am torn between the Polar FT40 and the F11. The F11 is no longer made and is comparable to the FT60 which is a step above the FT40. I can get either of them at the same price. Can I really go wrong here? Should I be "concerned" that the F11 is no longer produced? Does it really matter? Next year, the FT40 and FT60 will probably be replaced with something else- doesn't mean they aren't any good- just purely marketing.
Would love to get your reviews/suggestions if you have experience with either of these hrms. Thanks!
Would love to get your reviews/suggestions if you have experience with either of these hrms. Thanks!
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Just got the FT40 and I love it! I used my Polar F6 till it died and instead of sending it in to replace the batteries in the chest strap and the watch I just upgraded.
Totally worth it.
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I have the FT60 and love it!0
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If I want to focus on weight training in addition to cardio- would the ft60 or f11 be better? I do tons of cardio, but am getting more into weights as well. Does the ft40 help measure cals burned during weight training?0
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Well, cant really comment on the F11/FT60, but I can say that i've been happy with my FT40. I'd think that if you can buy replacement chest strap/sensors for the F11 there shouldnt be a problem going that way. But it would suck if you lost/broke/wore that componant and couldnt get a new one. Just something to consider.0
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PS- I am putting more thought into this than I did buying a CAR! hahaha thanks MFP!0
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Oh, and yes - the FT40 does calories anytime you have it on0
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Thanks Marc- it appears that they use the same chest strap... "appears" is the key word... I am researching on the Polar site now and will probably call for the detailed information. The original price of the F11 was $179.95. I can get it (still haven't searched thoroughly for coupon codes yet) for $105.95. The FT40 in green (closeout color) is listed for $109.95 from $159.95. Again- I can probably shave a few dollars off of that if I pull out my bag of searching tricks and really want to devote the time to finding the absolute best deal. As is those are fair prices in my book... that's why I'm torn over which to choose! $100 is still no joke for a 1 income family with 5 kids right after Christmas... lol I want to make this my 1 and only hrm purchase that's why I am stressing! lol0
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My polar F6 chest strap finally died out on me, and I was debating buying a new one too. On all the websites I found that services the F6, they want to charge around 75 dollars to replace/service. Can you post the websites you've been searching through so far? I'd really appreciate it.
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I found these two models on heartratemonitorsusa and also found some additional coupon codes for 5% off- plus they offer free shipping... I am looking for deeper discounts now.
I am also on the polar usa website looking at the faq for each item. On some forums I have read where some people have had batteries replaced very cheaply at their local jewelers for wayyyyy cheaper than it costs to ship it off.0 -
Thank you for sharing. I love my f6, but if I can get a newer version for a little more, then it's worth it to me to pay the difference. Income tax returns are just around the corner, and I can wait it out until then.0
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Check your local ****s sporting goods. I got my polar ft40 in the green closeout color for just $40.0
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I'm new to myfitnesspal but find this discussion very helpful. I have a F6 and love its HR and calorie data, which I also use when not 'exercising' to monitor body efficiency such as resting HR or calories burned in unstructured exercise like house or yard work. But I hadn't thought about what happens when the watch or band die. Given the cost, sending a band back to Polar for repair does not sound like a good solution to me.0
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The places I've found that service F6's all say the same. They want you to approve at the very least $75.00 for changing the batteries/servicing and will contact you if it will cost more. I get a little leery about pre-approving any cost when having work done. It'd be a lot more comfortable if they listed flat-rates for each service provided. When I tried calling a few places, no one was available to talk to, either. It was a little frustrating.0
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Arggg... ok I have decided to get the FT40. I figure the newest watch that is still being produced will likely have improvements over one that is no longer made. I truly want the FT60 but can't justify the added expense at this point. Thanks for the feedback! 0
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That one looked like it's the best deal. Which color did you decide on? Please keep us updated on how you like it. I have a feeling I'll be getting one in the near future, too.
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Eureka! Ok the close out price for the women's green is $109.95 (the other colors are still regular $159.95- heck I'd wear poo poo brown for $50 savings :laugh: ) and I used coupon code valuedcustomer for 5% off. There is free overnight shipping (which puts it arriving here on Jan 5 or Wednesday) for a total price out the door of $104.45. Not too shabby for a current model!0
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PS- the men's gray is also listed at this price. I have read that the green isn't too bright and is actually a nice shade. It helps that it is my favorite color also! lol I'm so excited that it comes with the chest strap. I previously bought a Sportsline hrm w/out the chest strap (was just the watch) for 75% off at Target. Luckily I only paid $14 cause it is a pure waste of $. It really overestimated my burn and I had to constantly stop and put my fingers on the sensor for it to read my hrm. Glad I didn't pay full price.0
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I'm new to myfitnesspal but find this discussion very helpful. I have a F6 and love its HR and calorie data, which I also use when not 'exercising' to monitor body efficiency such as resting HR or calories burned in unstructured exercise like house or yard work. But I hadn't thought about what happens when the watch or band die. Given the cost, sending a band back to Polar for repair does not sound like a good solution to me.
Welcome to MFP! Yes- it does seem extremely high to service and I have also read that customer service is not too helpful... I did come across the Polar forums while trying to research... there are forums for each specific model. I bet it would be of help to visit them and talk to others that may have the same issue and see how they've handled it. I plan on visiting those forums when I get my watch in to figure out all of the tweaks and qwirks associated with it!0 -
Unfortunately we don't have a D I C K ' S sporting goods anywhere near us. :sad: What and awesome deal you got!!!0
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Where did you get the coupon code? I'm contemplating purchasing one.0
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How long ago was this? Hmmmm may have to stop by!Check your local ****s sporting goods. I got my polar ft40 in the green closeout color for just $40.0 -
I always check retailmenot "dot" com for coupon codes... there are several listed for 5% off... I searched and couldn't find anything higher than that. polar is one of them and valuedcustomer is another. They are multiple use so either should work for that site. I always check for coupon codes before making any purchase online. I also keep my eyes peeled on slickdeals "dot" net for fitness related products at great prices.0
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I always check retailmenot "dot" com for coupon codes... there are several listed for 5% off... I searched and couldn't find anything higher than that. polar is one of them and valuedcustomer is another. They are multiple use so either should work for that site. I always check for coupon codes before making any purchase online. I also keep my eyes peeled on slickdeals "dot" net for fitness related products at great prices.
Well, I called our d i c k s and they don't have one. Off to look for a code. Cause green is my favorite color too!0 -
I just went to the local mall to change the batteries on my ft40/ monitor, the first guy couldn't do it, but the second one could, it only cost 22.00 dollars for both
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I just orderd my FT40! YAY!0
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I am new to the site and would like to know what you guys are talking about? lol what is HRM - POLAR FT40... etc?0
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Heart Rate Monitor - Polar is the brand- FT40 is the model. I love mine.0
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what does a heart rate monitor do ? does it tell how many calories u have burned just by moving thru out the day.0
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Hmmm not really. Usually you hit start at the beginning of a workout/activity and at the end you hit stop. I have never tried to use mine for any extended period, but it MIGHT work. It is terrific for things like, when you rake the lawn or something like that where you are not sure of how many calories are burned.
It is even better for controlled exercise, where you not only keep track, but use your HRM to exert yourself enough to maintain a certain heart rate. (If you work too hard, you can put yourself in an anaerobic state where you are not burning fat or getting healthier, and if you don't work hard enough, your heart really just doesn't get any fitter)
Many of them keep track of exercise, time, and whatnot, so you have an electronic record of your progress.0
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