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HS500 Heart Rate Monitor
Recommended by Lynn
Electronics
I use the HS500 Heart Rate Monitor with my iFIT treadmill, and it has been a great addition to my workouts. It connects quickly, provides consistent heart-rate readings, and lets me keep track of my effort without relying on the treadmill's hand sensors. The ANT+ and Bluetooth connectivity make it versatile, and the long battery life means there is very little maintenance. If you want an affordable chest-strap heart-rate monitor that works well with iFIT equipment, the HS500 is an easy recommendation.
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I've been using the HS500 Heart Rate Monitor with my iFIT treadmill, and I've been really happy with it. For the price, you really can't beat it.
It connected to my treadmill without any hassle and gives me continuous heart-rate readings throughout my workouts. I much prefer using a chest strap instead of having to grab the treadmill's hand sensors, especially when I'm in the middle of an iFIT workout and changing speeds or incline.
The strap is comfortable, stays in place while I'm working out, and I really don't notice it once I get going. The Bluetooth and ANT+ support is also a nice bonus because I'm not limited to just using it with the treadmill—I can pair it with other compatible fitness equipment and apps as well.
Another thing I like is the battery life. With up to 800 hours of use, I don't have to worry about constantly charging another device. Just put the strap on, connect, and start working out.
I've seen much more expensive heart-rate monitors that basically do the same thing. The HS500 gives me exactly what I need, works great with my iFIT treadmill, and doesn't cost a fortune.
If you're looking for a simple, reliable chest-strap heart-rate monitor without spending a lot of money, I definitely recommend the HS500. You really can't beat it for the price.