HRM function is okay... foot pod?? Problems!!
submitted by shermanator on April 18, 2009
Pros:
Affordable speed and distance watch. Easy to use if familiar with Polar functions.Cons:
Can't get a foot pod that works longer than a month or twoI have gotten a new saying when people ask me about HRM's. ABP
Anything But Polar. I have spent thousands on Polar products only because they lead the market in functionality. They truly are innovators in this sport. I just can't keep any of their stuff working.
I have tried many others including Timex, Sigma, Garmin, and Suunto. All of these watches have proven to be FAR more reliable than Polar, but I go back to the Polar because of the functionality and ease of use. Then they just stop working. Frustrating!
Price Paid:
$175.00Model Year:
2008
Very Good Watch
submitted by hateloveschool on January 29, 2009
Pros:
Accurate, works in the water, not too complicated but still has quite a few very helpful features. Cons:
Strap broke because I did not watch how I would attach the clip. I really enjoy this watch. It's a great upgrade from the RS100. I wouldn't suggest to get the additional foot pod because 1. It's bulky. 2. I have had trouble getting it to give accurate distance.
Price Paid:
$150.00Model Year:
2008
bought it again
submitted by tri-ac on February 16, 2008
Pros:
HR strap very comfy and accurateCons:
see previous reviewsi just can't find a watch that's better for the price
the HR measurement is, in fact, much better than the Nike I used to have, and my preview purchase really sold me on the comfort and higher quality of Polar's fabric strap.
Price Paid:
$139.00Model Year:
2008returned it
submitted by tri-ac on February 2, 2008
Pros:
comfortable strap
reliable HRCons:
interval timing not as flexible as I'd likei rode and ran with it and the HR was dead on and no weird spikes. i really like the fabric strap compared to the plastic ones I have had. i think this feature combined with polar's reliable monitoring may force me to buy one of the higher end models, but for now, the RS200 just isn't that flexible for me
Price Paid:
$150.00Model Year:
2007
Polar RS200sd Heart Rate Monitor
I have had no problems with my Polar RS200SD. It is extremely accurate. and easy to use although more advanced interval monitoring is a little cumbersome. For anyone looking to purchase a heart rate monitor for the first time the RS200SD is a great start and has the weblink feature that lets you use Polar's software to breakdown and visualize your workout heart rate data. I have not used the foot pod so I can't comment on it. I've had very good luck with mine so far.
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