FitBit ChargeHR or HRM? [cross-post]

In a way, I've done both scenarios.

I've used a Zip/Flex + Plye Sports HRM and I now use the Fitbit Surge.

Fitbit + HRM:
This can actually be the cheapest route. The Zip + HRM was about $90 for both. I liked the zip for the fact that hand motions didn't get accidentally picked up as steps. I however had a hard time remember to put it on and switched to the Flex for that reason (around the time Force came out). I did it this way for 2 years and it worked great. I did find that this combination underestimated my calorie burns enough that I was losing a 1/2 lb more than what I had MFP set to.

Fitbit w/HRM:
Shortly after these came out I got the Surge. It had a lot of the features that I wanted. My chest strap HRM is starting to die. Since I wanted a Fitbit with a screen and I needed a new HRM, it seemed like the perfect solution. Bonus no more having to fiddle with a chest strap. I did wear my old HRM during a couple runs with the Surge and the main thing I noticed was there was a slight delay in reporting HR changes. That said, since switching my rate of loss now matches what I set my MFP account to. I went with the Surge for the GPS, multi-sport options, the water rating, and well the simple fact that the ChargeHR's were on backorder everywhere (I didn't want to wait).

While I really like my Surge, I wouldn't mind going back to the other way either. So I recommend whichever method you're more comfortable with. Good luck in your decision.

I lost the weight and maintained with a Fitbit Flex. I upgraded to the Charge HR because it has a real buckle and comes in purple—the heart rate monitor was just a plus. So you'll be fine with just the One.

If you want more data, sync your Fitbit account with Trendweight.com (it's free) and weigh daily. TW plots a moving average of your Fitbit (or Withings) weight without the "noise" from water weight.

I've got the Charge HR, and that works well for me. Yeah, having to wear it all the time is an adjustment, but now I sometimes forget to take it off to shower, so I'm used to it. For me, having one device that does both is much handier for me. Less to remember to take with me in the morning!

I have the Polar V800, I like the all day tracking, but don't need my heart rate all day, only need that while exercising. You can also just get the Polar H7 sensor, it will work with android or apple system on your smart phone, but only apple will sync with MFP right now. You can also see your heart rate on most cardio equipment it also controls the level/resistance/incline to keep you at a steady rate.

http://www.amazon.com/Polar-Sensor-BLE-BLK-M-XXL/dp/B007S088F4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1436625836&sr=8-2&keywords=H7

redperphexion wrote: »

ScubaSteve1962 wrote: »

I have the Polar V800, I like the all day tracking, but don't need my heart rate all day, only need that while exercising.

HA! I don't quite have that kind of budget right now. lol It's look amazing though.

You don't need the watch with the sensor, The H7 sensor is less than the FT4 it's you just need a android or apple device to use it. It will give you more choices to work with than the FT4 and you can always upgrade to an A300, or M400 later is you desire the all day tracking.