While your Apple Watch heart sensor should perform just fine for passive monitoring, anyone training or in need of much more accurate data may be better off with a heart rate monitor strap. Luckily, the Apple Watch supports connecting a Bluetooth-enabled strap or monitor. Once you pair it, you're ready to go!
Can you connect heart rate strap to Apple Watch?
To get your heart rate data, you must use the Polar H7/H10 heart rate sensor with a chest strap and have it paired it with the Beat app in your phone. You can also use and wear the Polar OH1 heart rate sensor around your arm and see the live heart rate on the Apple Watch the same way.
Can I use a heart rate monitor with an Apple Watch?
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Does Apple Watch work with Polar heart rate monitor?
You can also use and wear the Polar OH1 heart rate sensor around your arm and see the live heart rate on the Apple Watch the same way. To quickly select from your recent sports, just turn the Digital Crown on your Apple Watch and tap the one you want.
Is Polar flow compatible with Apple Watch?
Polar Flow app for iOS is compatible with Apple Health. You can only sync data from Polar Flow app to Apple Health. Syncing data from the Health app to Polar Flow app is not possible.
Can I use a Polar H10 with Apple Watch?
The Polar H10 is a combination of enhanced hardware and an improved heart rate algorithm. When paired with Polar's free fitness and training app for the iPhone and Apple Watch, users can access real-time heart rate data and training guidance.
Does Garmin work with Apple Watch?
NOTE: The Garmin Connect app cannot receive any data from Apple Health or an Apple Watch. Data sent to Apple Health also depends on what options are enabled in Health and what types of data are supported by the connected Garmin device.
How do I pair my Garmin heart rate monitor with my Apple Watch?
- Make sure your heart rate monitor is discoverable.
- Launch the Settings app on your Apple Watch.
- Tap on Bluetooth.
- Tap on the name of your device under Health Devices when it appears in order to pair it.