Polar H10

Polar Vantage M3

You want something smart but sporty, compact but powerful, stylish but strong. You want to train harder but recover faster; sleep better but explore more. You want pro-level sports tracking but everyday lifestyle features. You want a Polar Vantage M3: the multi-sport watch for multi-sport athletes.

Polar Grit X2 Pro Titan

Polar Grit X2 Pro Titan is a rough and rugged outdoor sports watch crafted for adventure with sapphire glass AMOLED display in titanium casing, and a hi-tech toolkit of navigation and performance features for exploring the wonders of the world, and the body.

Polar Grit X2 Pro

Polar Grit X2 Pro is a rough and rugged outdoor sports watch crafted for adventure with sapphire crystal glass AMOLED display, and a hi-tech toolkit of navigation and performance features for exploring the wonders of the world, and the body.

Polar Vantage V3

An ensemble of biosensing instruments, AMOLED display, dual-frequency GPS, maps, and the most comprehensive suite of training and recovery tools on the market. The stage is set, and the Polar Vantage V3 smart sports watch is ready to put in the performance of a lifetime.

Polar Ignite 3

Polar Ignite 3 is a stylish fitness & wellness watch that helps you live a more energized life. It tracks your sleep, activity, and heart rate to provide guidance that’s tailored to your body and lifestyle.

Polar Pacer Pro

Polar Pacer Pro is an ultra-light, new-generation sports watch with integrated barometer that equips athletes with advanced tools to improve running economy, training sessions, and sports performance.

Polar Pacer

Sport is play – why complicate it? Polar Pacer is a no-nonsense sports watch that gives new athletes all the essentials, plus the specialized training tools they need to train better.

Polar Vantage V2

A powerful convergence of minimalist design, innovative technology, and intelligent training and recovery tools make Polar Vantage V2 our most formidable sportswatch to date.

Polar Grit X Pro

Built for military-level durability with sapphire glass and ultra-long battery, equipping you with new navigation tools, always-on outdoor features and Polar's ultimate training solutions.

Polar Vantage M2

Designed for function, the Polar Vantage M2 works as hard as you do. Our industry-leading technology is here to help you reach your goals and come back stronger. For that athlete attitude.

Polar Ignite 2

A fitness watch that’s sleek, simple and smart? Polar Ignite 2 is a true triple threat. Versatile and full of great features, it’s the perfect companion for any sport and any lifestyle.

Polar Ignite

A waterproof fitness watch with advanced wrist-based heart rate and integrated GPS, Polar Ignite offers you a full view of your day and guides you towards a more balanced life.

Polar Unite

A beautifully simple watch with personalized daily workout guidance, 24/7 heart rate and activity tracking, plus automatic sleep and recovery applications.

Polar Vantage M

An all-round multisport & running GPS watch for anyone who loves setting new records. Polar Vantage M is a slim, lightweight training companion that gives you all the data you need to improve your performance.

Polar Grit X

An outdoor multisport watch with rugged yet lightweight design, ultra-long battery life and military-standard durability for anyone who prefers the trails over the roads.

Polar M430

A GPS running watch with wrist-based heart rate, advanced running features and Polar Running Program, Polar M430 is a top-level watch for runners who want more.

Polar Verity Sense

When freedom of movement is important to you, Polar Verity Sense is your go-to choice for any sport.

Widely regarded as the gold standard in wireless heart rate monitoring, this is the most accurate sensor in Polar’s history.

Polar H9

A reliable, high-quality heart rate chest strap for all your everyday sports with Bluetooth® and ANT+ connectivity. Get connected and get going.

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Polar Grit X Outdoor Series

Made for outdoor sports and built to handle any environment nature can throw at you, Grit X watches are designed to help you explore the world and gear up for adventure.

Polar Vantage Performance Series

Our flagship series is tailored for high-performance and endurance sports and training. Every aspect of our Vantage watches are designed with one particular person in mind – the athlete.

Polar Pacer Multisport Series

The Pacer Series gives athletes all the essentials such as accurate GPS and precise heart rate tracking, plus the specialized training, sleep, and recovery tools they need to train better.

Polar Ignite Fitness & Wellness Series

Sleek, simple, and smart – Ignite watches are the perfect partner for any fitness goals and any lifestyle.

The Gold Standard of Heart Rate Measurement.

Widely regarded as the best sensor there is, Polar H10 is the benchmark by which heart rate is measured.

Unbeatable in every way.

Trusted by medical researchers and sports professionals around the globe to measure the beats of the human heart with unrivaled precision.

Accuracy

The reason pro-athletes have chosen H10 as their go-to training device for half a decade.

Reputation

When others want to validate the accuracy of their devices, they use Polar H10.

Value

A classic feat of engineering that consistently provides the most reliable results at an affordable price.

Battery Life

Up to 400h*

*or more than a year of training every day for one hour.

Waterproof

Up to 30m

Intelligent design

Don’t you love when things do exactly what they were designed to do? Polar H10 was designed to accurately measure your heart rate. And that’s exactly what it does.

Choose your style

Red Beat

The Science of Perfection

Measuring heart rate correctly is easy, but measuring heart rate correctly when you’re engaged in high-intensity exercise is not. This is where the Polar H10 ECG heart rate monitor excels.

ECG

Electrocardiogram (Polar H10)

OHR

Optical Heart Rate (Sports Watches)

It's well connected

You can record a training session, connect to your smartphone, broadcast to a huge range of gym equipment, and sync to your favorite fitness and sports apps. Oh, and you can even use it with products from other brands.

One device. Multi-sports.

Maybe you want more accuracy. Maybe you don’t want distractions. Or maybe you just don’t want to wear a watch (or a fancy piece of jewellery on your finger) when you train.

Chest strap monitors are ideal for any sport – and with Polar Flow, you can choose from over 150 of them.

Learn more about Polar Flow

The greatest wireless heart rate monitor ever made?

See what the experts, professionals, and most importantly, our customers say about Polar H10...then try it out for yourself. And let us know if you agree.

Mike Bewley

Strength and Conditioning Coach

“I use the H10 to gauge individual, and team-specific loads to optimize training efficiency and recovery for peak, game-time performance.”

DC Rainmaker

Sports Technology Reviewer

“The Polar H10 is one of the most accurate sensors on the market, but also one that is comfortable to use and easy to swap the battery without subsequent issues with the strap.”

Laura Hottenrott

Athlete

“Not only is it super accurate, but the strap is also very comfortable even during very long training sessions.”

How to take care of your Polar H10

Want to maximize the life span of your sensor? These simple tips will ensure you get the most reliable heart rate measurement for longer.

Tech specs +

Dimensions: Width: 65 mm; Height: 34 mm; Thickness: 10 mm

Weight: Total weight: 60 g; Total weight without wristband: 21 g

Display: Display type: None; Display size: Inch; Display resolution: ×; Touch screen: No; Always on display: No; Ambient light sensor: No

Performance: CPU speed: 64 MHz; Memory: MB; Storage: N/A; Recording mode: Yes

Materials: Case material: Plastic; Screen material:; Bezel material:

Geo location: GPS: No; Glonass: No; Galileo: No; BeiDou: No; QZSS: No; Assisted GPS: No; Assisted Glonass: No; Assisted Galieo: No; Assisted QZSS: No; Dual-frequency GPS: No; Connected GPS: No

Connectivity: Bluetooth version: BLE; ANT version: 2.1; USB cable: No; Broadcast range: 9000 cm

Durability: Operation temperature min: -10 °C:; Operation temperature max: 50 °C:; Water resistance: WR30; Tested against military standards: No

Sensors: Elixir: No; OHR:; Precision Prime™: No; Barometer: No; Magnetometer compass: No; Accelerometer: Yes

Battery: Battery capacity: 165 mAh; Battery type: lithium primary battery 3V; Battery rechargeable: No

Misc: Stop watch: No; Speed pace: No; Countdown timer: No; Interval timers: No; Manual laps: No; Automatic laps: No; Autostart stop: No; Vibration alerts: No; Alarm: No; Clock: No; Backlight: No; Front led light: No; Date and weekday: No; Time of the day: No; Button lock: No; Updateable firmware: Yes

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Polar H10

Polar H10

HR measurement method Electrical (ecg)

Dual Bluetooth Yes

Training (up to) 400h

Battery rechargeable -

Memory One training session

HR measurement method

Dual Bluetooth

Training (up to)

Battery rechargeable

Memory

Polar H9

HR measurement method Electrical (ecg)

Dual Bluetooth -

Training (up to) 400h

Battery rechargeable -

Memory No memory on device

HR measurement method

Dual Bluetooth -

Training (up to) h

Battery rechargeable -

Memory

Polar Verity Sense

HR measurement method Optical

Dual Bluetooth Yes

Training (up to) 30h

Battery rechargeable Yes

Memory 16MB

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FAQ

How do electrical (ECG) sensors like Polar H10 differ from optical sensors like Polar Verity Sense?

Polar H10 and Polar Verity Sense use different types of technology to monitor heart rate, and each has its unique advantages and applications.

Polar H10 (ECG Sensor):

Technology: Polar H10 uses electrical sensors (ECG or electrocardiogram technology). It measures the electrical activity generated by the heart muscle when it contracts. This sensor requires direct skin contact and is typically worn around the chest with a chest strap.
Accuracy: ECG sensors are considered the gold standard for heart rate monitoring, particularly when precise heart rate measurement is crucial, such as in medical or high-performance sports settings.
Use Case: Ideal for continuous monitoring during intense physical activities and sports where accurate, real-time heart rate data is critical.

Polar Verity Sense (Optical Sensor):

Technology: Polar Verity Sense uses optical heart rate technology, which involves shining a light into the skin and measuring the light absorption changes caused by blood flow. This sensor can be worn on the upper arm or forearm.
Accuracy: While optical sensors are highly accurate, they can sometimes be affected by factors like movement and changes in ambient light, making them slightly less reliable than ECG sensors under certain conditions.
Use Case: Optical sensors are more versatile for everyday use and are suitable for a wide range of activities, offering a good balance between convenience and accuracy.

Both devices cater to different needs based on the activity and the level of detail required in heart rate monitoring. The choice between an ECG sensor like Polar H10 and an optical sensor like Polar Verity Sense often depends on the specific requirements of your activities and personal preference for where and how you like to wear your heart rate monitor.

For more detailed information on these devices, you can visit the following Polar support articles:

What is the battery life of Polar H10 Heart Rate Sensor, and is it rechargeable?

Polar H10 Heart Rate Sensor uses a CR2025 battery, which is not rechargeable. It has a battery life of approximately 400 hours of use, which is quite long-lasting given its application. When the battery does run low, it's easy to replace it with a new CR2025 coin cell battery.

For more details on battery replacement:

How to change the battery in your Polar H10

Can Polar H10 be used together with a sports watch?

Yes, Polar H10 heart rate sensor can be used together with a sports watch, making it a versatile choice for athletes who want to track their heart rate accurately during workouts. Polar H10 is compatible with many sports watches that support Bluetooth and ANT+ connectivity, including Polar sports watches and other brands.

Here are some steps to connect your Polar H10 to a sports watch:

Wear the H10 heart rate sensor around your chest, directly against your skin and moisten the electrode area.
Put your sports watch in pairing mode. This usually involves going to the settings menu and selecting the option to add a new device or heart rate sensor.
Select Polar H10 from the list of available devices on your sports watch.

Once paired, your sports watch should receive heart rate data directly from Polar H10 during your training sessions.

For more detailed guidance, here are some relevant support articles from Polar:

What is Polar Flow and is Polar H10 compatible with it?

Polar Flow is an online training and workout analysis platform provided by Polar. It's designed to be a comprehensive service for tracking and analyzing all your sports, fitness, activity, and sleep data. Users can plan their workouts, track their achievements, see their activity details, and even share their training with friends. Polar Flow is available both as a web service and a mobile app.

Polar H10 heart rate sensor is fully compatible with Polar Flow. It syncs with the platform to provide detailed heart rate data and analysis, enhancing your training and activity tracking. Whether you use the web service or the mobile app, Polar H10 integrates seamlessly with Polar Flow to help you monitor your training and improve your performance over time.

Polar H10 heart rate sensor is compatible with the Polar Beat app. Polar Beat is a training app that turns your smartphone into a fitness tracker, providing real-time audio guidance and detailed feedback on a variety of workouts.

For more information about how to use Polar Flow with your Polar H10, you can refer to the following Polar support articles:

What is ECG?

An ECG–or Electrocardiogram–is a visual representation of the electric signals originating from the heart.

As your heart beats, the electric signals transmit through the fluids in your body onto your skin – where you can place electrodes to measure the changes.

The best place to take such measurements is the chest because it’s closest to the heart – hence chest strap heart rate monitors like Polar H10.

What is OHR?

OHR–or Optical Heart Rate–measures, interprets, and uses PPG signals to calculate your heart rate.

PPG stands for photoplethysmogram, or photoplethysmography, which means optically measuring the volumetric changes of an organ.

In short: OHR technology uses LEDs and a photodiode to measure the changes in the size of blood vessels under your skin – making it the ideal solution for wrist devices like Polar Watches.

ECG vs. OHR: which is better?

Well, that depends on your needs.

OHR is the technology we use in our sports watches to measure heart rate from the wrist. If you value style, usability, comfort, and convenience, and you want to see your live status displayed as you train, as well as 24/7 activity tracking and sleep monitoring, then sports watches are the best choice for you.

But if you want to engage in high-intensity training or performance situations that require extreme motion from your arms (racket sports), and need more accurate measurement that responds quickly to rapidly increasing heart rate (interval training / sprints) without being affected by temperature, water, sweat, or even skin pigmentation, then an ECG chest strap sensor such as Polar H10 ticks all the boxes.

Learn more about ECG vs. OHR

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Polar H10

Heart Rate Sensor

The Gold Standard of Heart Rate Measurement.

Unbeatable in every way.

Accuracy

Reputation

Value

Up to 400h*

Up to 30m

Intelligent design

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Choose your style

The Science of Perfection

ECG

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It's well connected

One device. Multi-sports.

The greatest wireless heart rate monitor ever made?

Mike Bewley

DC Rainmaker

Laura Hottenrott

How to take care of your Polar H10

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Polar H10

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Polar Verity Sense

FAQ

How do electrical (ECG) sensors like Polar H10 differ from optical sensors like Polar Verity Sense?

Polar H10 (ECG Sensor):

Polar Verity Sense (Optical Sensor):

What is the battery life of Polar H10 Heart Rate Sensor, and is it rechargeable?

Can Polar H10 be used together with a sports watch?

Here are some steps to connect your Polar H10 to a sports watch:

What is Polar Flow and is Polar H10 compatible with it?

What is ECG?

What is OHR?

ECG vs. OHR: which is better?

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