The Polar H10 coronary heart charge monitor first launched in 2017 and has turn out to be generally known as one of many finest coronary heart screens in the marketplace, because of its accuracy and ease of use. Polar even calls it the ‘gold commonplace’ of accuracy.
Since 2017, there have been a number of updates to the strap, and the present choice options ECG expertise, twin Bluetooth connection, and machine reminiscence.
Priced at RRP £86.50, the Polar H10 affords consolation, ease and top-level coronary heart charge measurements supreme for anybody trying to research their athletic efficiency in any sport, and from a biking perspective, it is a superb choice.
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Design and specs
The Polar H10 capabilities as a chest strap containing electrodes with a connector pod which snaps in place within the center, silicon dots to assist the strap keep in place and there’s a buckle for fastening. To activate the sensor, the electrode space must be moistened; a fast lick, or perhaps a little bit of breath helps on this regard, however for those who’re squeamish simply splash some water on it.
The H10 makes use of ECG (electrocardiogram) sensors to measure the consumer’s coronary heart charge. ECG sensors are thought of the perfect for coronary heart charge monitoring amongst well being officers as they’re thought of to be essentially the most correct. Primarily ECG works by way of direct pores and skin contact, which permits it to file {the electrical} indicators within the coronary heart, measuring the wearer’s coronary heart charge and rhythm. that is in distinction to optical coronary heart charge monitoring, the likes of which you may discover on the finest biking watches, and standalone gadgets just like the Whoop 4.0 and the Wahoo Tickr Match armband.
Whereas many different coronary heart charge screens use ECG measuring strategies, the H10 has extra options which assist place it as a prime spec HR strap. In comparison with the Polar H9, the H10 has twin machine Bluetooth and device-free recording, albeit with reminiscence house for only one coaching session.
Efficiency
Carrying and connecting the H10 sensor is easy. Merely moisten the electrode space, slip it on after which hooked up the Polar branded pod.
The Polar H10 can be utilized with a sports activities watch and is suitable with many sports activities watches that assist Bluetooth and ANT+ connectivity, together with Polar sports activities watches and different manufacturers.
I used mine with my Garmin Intuition 2S watch and I discovered the strap despatched HR readings to gadgets nearly immediately. I additionally used the H10 with the Wahoo Tickr Transfer and as soon as paired the switch of HR information was additionally fast.
Polar says the published vary is 9000cm, and I had zero issues with any vary points. Indoor coaching is relentlessly sweaty, and with a water resistance of 30m, the H10 hasn’t drowned on me but (in contrast to a cellphone I as soon as put in my sports activities bra). This does additionally make it appropriate for triathletes, however Polar does say to not take it diving.
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Battery
The H10 makes use of a CR2025 battery which the model says boasts about 400 hours of use. With that type of run time, it is going to be some time till you want a brand new battery. When that finally occurs, a brand new CR2025 coin cell battery will set you again roughly £3.50 for 4 which is not quite a bit.
The battery is within the Polar branded pod which makes it straightforward to swap with out subsequent points with the strap. However with at £86.50 and being a prime spec HR monitor, would a chargeable battery not be higher? Each for purse and planet.
With out taking place a sustainability rabbit gap, I feel that largely relies upon whether or not you might be within the camp of ‘an excessive amount of stuff to cost already’ or not. For me, rechargeable is all the time higher.
Consolation
The Polar H10 incorporates a buckle for closure making the monitor straightforward to tackle and off and the strap is delicate in opposition to the pores and skin, with the silicon dots neatly protecting it in place.
The H10 is available in two sizes M-XXL (67-95cm) and XS-S (58-71cm). I attempted the M-XXL which fitted properly. I have never all the time been an enormous proponent of carrying a strap as I’ve typically discovered they rub, are uncomfortable, or just simply do not work with my sports activities bra, however within the case of the H10 I used to be pleasantly shocked.
The strap sticks to pores and skin as promised, would not rub and for essentially the most half I forgot it was there. It’s even comfy throughout lengthy coaching classes. Of notice is that I have never tried the H10 in scorching climate situations, thus can not check how the H10 fares in consolation as soon as the sweat ranges go up, however my indoor coaching has been a ample analogy.
Tech and luxury apart, what’s notably enjoyable is that the H10 is available in numerous colors and even a camo choice. Whereas coronary heart charge screens aren’t precisely glamorous tech, it is good to have a selection of colourways to exude just a little pizzazz.
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Verdict
The H10 is taken into account the gold commonplace for a cause. It affords constant and correct coronary heart charge measurements, a snug and safe match, respectable battery life and seamless connectivity.
For many who like a chest strap coronary heart charge sensor, you will not go far fallacious with the H10.
| Design | Clear design, adjustable strap, and provided in two completely different sizes | 9/10 |
| Efficiency | Glorious accuracy utilizing ECG expertise and lengthy battery life | 9/10 |
| Worth | There are HR screens obtainable for much less cash, however the H10 has added options which make it an amazing choice | 9/10 |
| General | Row 3 – Cell 1 | 90% |