Heart Rate Monitors Buying Guide | How to Choose

Purpose-built for women, this Garmin heart rate monitor clips onto medium- and high-support sports bras. It provides heart rate data to compatible devices. It also captures running dynamics.
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Imported.
View all Garmin Heart Rate Monitors| Best Use | Multisport |
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| Weight | 1.9 ounces |
| HRM Included/Integrated | Yes |
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I didn't like it I thought it was a great idea when I saw it online and then I have issues mid run because it stops it stop showing the correct heart rate it cause it's not like and I'm using it with a really tight sports bra and it's still going off my skin and then it shows like 80 heart rate when I'm running so you know that that's impossible, so yeah I didn't like it at all it was very disappointing that it didn't work as well as the other one because I thought it would be a great tool for women who don't wanna wear the full length one but yeah I have to wear the full one the other one doesn't work well with my heart rate
I wanted to see if my Fenix 7 was giving me accurate readings with the wrist based. It’s actually not too far off so I started to have buyers remorse. Then I realized how annoying it was to wear the watch doing any kind of boxing or weight training/ push up planks etc. total game changer. It’s easy to put on and I mostly only feel it when stretching at the end of class in a rotation. We did do some prone back work in one class and that was a tad uncomfortable. I love wearing it to hiit classes. It’s instantly connected and hasn’t lost its connection thus far. It syncs fast and I get my step count if my hands are full. I haven’t run with it on yet
Bought this HRM cause I wanted a more accuracy then what my previous monitor was providing. The HRM-Fit is the most comfortable monitor I’ve owned. It is easy to on, easy off. I forget I have it on a lot of times. It also has given me better insight into my performance. It work works really syncing Garmin Forerunner 965 watch. Thank you Garmin for delivering such a great product.
My previous HRM from Garmin finally needed replaced. After careful consideration I decided to try this model! I absolutely love how it clips onto my sports bra. This one stays in place and does leave marks on my skin. It is so comfortable to wear I forget it is on. Can't wait to try it during a long run.
I've worn the other HR strap for a few years and essentially just got used to the literal scab on my chest from the chafe after every single run. I tried tightening, loosening, moving it to different spots, everything. Then Garmin does this incredible thing where they created a women's specific product and for the first time ever, NO MORE CHAFE! It's comfortable, easy to clean and put on. It sucks if you already have the other strap, but I'd say if you struggle with chafe like I did with that, it's worth it to purchase. And I love to support women specific products!
It is so comfortable that I almost forget that I’m wearing it. I am so happy with this investment in my health and fitness. I am already recommending this to my friends. Thanks, Garmin!
Purchased this to try out since it seems like a great idea. I am not sure if it works for chests of all sizes. Not quite sure what my measurements are but my Nike sports bra is an XXL. I feel like the middle clip is secure but the two smaller clips on the side then to unclip at times during runs and I feel like to has to do with movement that naturally happens. My sports bra is for high impact and pretty secure. My last two runs I noticed a bit of irritation and today I ended up with a rash from both of the smaller clips. Seems like this product had great intentions but it was not for me. Not really sure what I will do with it now. I also left a TikTok video review not sure if the video will load here but i'll try it.
I wore this HR monitor to sync to my Garmin Venu2 while training for the NYC marathon. When donned properly (wetting in first) it gave great readings and info BUT caused chaffing. I had great difficulty wearing it for every training run and eventually abandoned it. The chaffing was primarily on my sternum dead center but occasionally under the side clips too. I used some lubricants to help my skin but never quite figured it out and the raw skin was painful with sweat. As I begin training for this years race I will need to find another HR monitor.
The HRM-Fit is very comfortable overall, and I really like how it attaches securely to my bras. However, I’ve consistently had an issue when running—the clasps rub my skin raw. I’ve tried multiple different bras and continue to experience the same problem. It’s especially bad in the summer due to increased sweating and humidity, which causes more movement and friction against my skin. I’ve also tried using Body Glide, but it hasn’t resolved the issue. At its worst, the irritation leads to open skin that burns even when I shower after running.
I like that it clips easily to my sports bra, that makes it more comfortable that the regular strap. HOWEVER, you have to have the right sports bra or it doesn't get a good reading. I have various lengths sports bras, so this can be challenging. I did chafe with it on my 20 mile run, despite putting body glide on, right by the side clip. I am not sure if this was due to the design, or due to user error. I have had some workouts where I am not sure if it is as accurate as the other heart rate straps since it is not as tight. Time will tell.


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