Bought HRM... and it's going back

Aryel168
Aryel168 Posts: 114 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
Hey all,

So I bought my first HRM and it's a piece of crap, or at least this is my opinion. Bought it at Target for about $50, but you are unable to enter height/weight into it . Is this important? I'm currently pretty large at 242 and have been pretty sedentary up until last week. I think that for the most accurate reading, ht/wt should be put into the equation, correct?

It's a New Balance Fit- and I don't think I'm keeping it- any suggestions for a HRM that's good, but affordable?

Thanks!!

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  • meshashesha2012
    meshashesha2012 Posts: 8,329 Member
    yeah i'd take it back. if you want to track things like your calories burned (even though it will still wont be 100% accurate), you definitely want to get an HRM with a chest strap and you can input your height and weight.

    i have a polar ft60, but i'd recommend the polar f40. it's a bit cheaper than the one i have, has the main bells and whistles (tracks heart rate and calories and you can store workouts) and has a chest strap
  • Aryel168
    Aryel168 Posts: 114 Member
    Thanks, I'll keep that in mind. What a waste of $50 on this thing. :(
  • JenIsFitish
    JenIsFitish Posts: 25 Member
    I have a polar F6, I got it on Amazon, and it has been working great for 3 years now. Definitely need one with a chest strap.
  • Lauraph
    Lauraph Posts: 79 Member
    Ditto the Polar F40. It is simple to use and gives everything you need to help you get into shape.
    I have found the best prices on-line at:
    http://www.heartratemonitorsusa.com/ft40-all.html
  • BrianSharpe
    BrianSharpe Posts: 9,248 Member
    You should be able to pick up a Polar FT4 for around $70 from amazon or the FT7 (stores more workouts) for around $85 and they come with the chest strap.
  • LittleMissNerdy
    LittleMissNerdy Posts: 792 Member
    For $10 more you can the Polar FT4 from Bodytronics.
  • dad106
    dad106 Posts: 4,868 Member
    Yep.. Needs to go back. Target should take it back if it's not worn.. I know best buy took my Timex back when I returned mine.

    Buy a Polar.. For that same 50 dollars you can get an FT4 on Amazon.
  • LishieFruit89
    LishieFruit89 Posts: 1,956 Member
    I got a NB HRM with a chest strap.
    If I could find the receipt & the box, I'd return it.
  • yesthistime
    yesthistime Posts: 2,051 Member
    Polar, for the win.
  • juicemoogan
    juicemoogan Posts: 994 Member
    Go for a polar.
    Its well worth the money.
  • k0nfyo0zed
    k0nfyo0zed Posts: 313 Member
    For $10 more you can the Polar FT4 from Bodytronics.

    this is what i did, and it shipped free!
  • adamb83
    adamb83 Posts: 719 Member
    For $10 more you can the Polar FT4 from Bodytronics.

    ^^^ This. Love my Polar FT4.
  • MinnieInMaine
    MinnieInMaine Posts: 6,400 Member
    The Polar F6 is great but I'd recommend getting one of the newer models that allows you to switch out the battery yourself like the FT4. I've heard of people getting pretty good deals on them if they shop around online or catch them on sale at their local sports shop.

    ETA: That's what I get for being a slow poster - you already got your feedback about where to find the FT4 at a good price! :)
  • slyder432
    slyder432 Posts: 475 Member
    Polar FT4 with chest strap.
  • Pokermom10
    Pokermom10 Posts: 78 Member
    I have a polar. I've had it for about 5 years. Had to change the batteries recently (huge pain in the butt), but the thing has been through the ringer and still works. :)
  • bluiz13
    bluiz13 Posts: 3,550 Member
    polar FT7 - $100+/- bucks on amazon or walmart.com.....
    includes chest strap and watch with are essential if you want to track calories burned and your actual heart rate...
    good luck,
    denise
  • Aryel168
    Aryel168 Posts: 114 Member
    Well alrighty then!! Polar FT4 is a winner! LOL

    I just bought the NB today- still have the box, and the receipt. Buh-bye to that waste of $$$$$$.

    Thanks everyone! :)
  • iamMaLisa
    iamMaLisa Posts: 278 Member
    Polar FT4 with chest strap.


    < this .... its what i use and wont leave home without it :)
  • Di3012
    Di3012 Posts: 2,247 Member
    Hey all,

    So I bought my first HRM and it's a piece of crap, or at least this is my opinion. Bought it at Target for about $50, but you are unable to enter height/weight into it . Is this important? I'm currently pretty large at 242 and have been pretty sedentary up until last week. I think that for the most accurate reading, ht/wt should be put into the equation, correct?

    It's a New Balance Fit- and I don't think I'm keeping it- any suggestions for a HRM that's good, but affordable?

    Thanks!!

    Is it just a watch or does it come with a chest-strap?
  • CMcBryer
    CMcBryer Posts: 139 Member
    Polar is a very good brand of HRM as many others have told you already. :)
  • hegster01
    hegster01 Posts: 65 Member
    I just boght a Polar FT60 a couple of weeks ago from Bodytronics....they offered the best price & then I got a coupon code online and saved an additional (I can't remember the amount 5-10%). Plus free shipping! Love it!!!
  • pauljsolie
    pauljsolie Posts: 1,024 Member
    Ditto the Polar F40. It is simple to use and gives everything you need to help you get into shape.
    I have found the best prices on-line at:
    http://www.heartratemonitorsusa.com/ft40-all.html

    I got my FT7 from this place, very happy with the price of $79.00 and their customer service. Don't forget to KEEP THE CHEST STRAP TIGHT as you lose weight. It will save you a lot of headaches in the future.
  • KellyKAG
    KellyKAG Posts: 418
    Nevermind
  • Aryel168
    Aryel168 Posts: 114 Member
    Amazon has the Polar FT4 for $65 + $5 shipping- it's a go! Thanks everyone :)
  • _Kitten_Kate
    _Kitten_Kate Posts: 520 Member
    I have a polar F4... I think it is or ft4??... anyway. got it on Amazon for about $50. Polar is suppose to be great... and yeah. You definitely need ht wt info for it to be accurate.
  • thedudetteusa
    thedudetteusa Posts: 15 Member
    bump
  • giglqueen
    giglqueen Posts: 74 Member
    I've been thinking about getting a HRM for a while now, looks like I'll be getting the Polar as well!
  • dlyeates
    dlyeates Posts: 875 Member
    Polar FT7 is awesome and it under $80 (free shipping) on Amazon!! I love mine!!!
  • chachita7
    chachita7 Posts: 996 Member
    I have to agree with the Polar FT4 $ 65 --- I love it and it is a mini computer I can access my files to see what I have burnt in any given day I have used it.

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