Polar HRM...FT7, FT40 or FT60

smz63001
smz63001 Posts: 13 Member
edited October 2 in Fitness and Exercise
I am searching for a polar HRM. I have narrowed my options to the polar FT7, FT40 and FT60. I am leaning toward the FT60, but would like some feedback.

I currently do the following workouts:: Spin, running, Cardio kickboxing, eliptical and soon Zumba.

Thank you!!

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  • MissMaryMac33
    MissMaryMac33 Posts: 1,433 Member
    I have a Polar FT7 and love it.... however, you cannot program your V02 max -- if that's important to you, I would get FT40 or FT60.
    Otherwise, I'm not sure any of the benefits outweight the cost difference. My FT7 was about $70 on amazon.
  • crobinson53
    crobinson53 Posts: 164
    I use the FT60 Men's Model everyday. Be prepared though to spend the extra money on the footpod (for tracking mileage while running) and the docking station for your computer. The training programs are challenging and their website is allows you to keep a diary of your workouts and track your progress.
  • ctlinj7
    ctlinj7 Posts: 151 Member
    I'm torn between Mio Physical Drive Petite and the Polar FT7!!!!
  • backwardslant
    backwardslant Posts: 101 Member
    I've got the FT60 and I love it. Each step up gives you a few more options, so it depends on what exactly you are wanting out of it. If you are going for an all-around more basic model, the FT7 would be just great. I wanted to have the VO2 max as well as having a few of the programs the FT60 came with, so that one worked best for me. I've heard a lot of great things about the FT4 and FT7 models though, and they are definitely cheaper if that's a concern.
  • MichelleKMo
    MichelleKMo Posts: 25 Member
    Just got the FT7 in the mail today. Have yet to open the box - but am very excited to use it!! I teach cycling and strength training at our YMCA and I take Zumba classes 3-4 times/week. Can't wait to have a more accurate reading of the calories I'm burning!! I'll keep you posted...this one was highly recommended to me by my cousin who trains for and has done several triathlons :) (knowing my work-outs are 99% of the time INDOORS...he recommended another model - a Garmin w/GPS for outdoors) :) Best of luck!!!
  • smz63001
    smz63001 Posts: 13 Member
    Just purchased the FT60. I am participating in Healthmiles through my employer and had a $150 credit, so the watch was pretty cheap. Thank you all for your feedback! I can't wait to start using the FT60.
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