You may remember that a little while ago I did a post about experimenting with a Fitbit to help me with recording and analyzing my training. I realized that the Fitbit wasn’t accurate enough, so I did some research and found this device.

I have been using this device for almost a month now, and I am quite happy with it. The battery life is MUCH better than the fitbit. For average users is lasts about a month compared to the fitbit which lasts 5 days. The display screen stays on all the time and while doing activity, you can set it to display your constant heart rate and time, calories burned and heart rate, or the time of day and heart rate. It is easy to use, has accurate heart rate reading, and also has an app where you can look at more depth data of your workout.

The heart rate reading comes from a chest strap that you have to purchase separately. I already had one from a different HR monitor, so I didn’t need to buy a new one. The watch syncs with almost any Polar HR chest strap.

The app isn’t as fun to use, or as in depth as the Fitbit app, but it still works pretty well. One thing I really like is that you can see a chart of your heart rate over time.

I wear this watch 24/7, even in the pool. It is accurate, does everything I want it to do, and even if the wrist strap broke, you can purchase a replacement one. These are the reasons why I recommend the Polar A300.