Garmin HRM 600

This is no doubt a pricey heart rate strap, but it's accuracy, stability and quality construction, could save your life! I have had Garmin heart rate straps over the years and have always had issues, over time, after changing the batteries a couple of times. This one, however is USB rechargeable and that also saves the landfill issue with battery disposal. It paired almost instantly with my new Forerunner watch and the Connect App, which now shows when this specific strap is detected,by the watch. No guessing which device the watch is linking to. The only criticism I have is that I would prefer waking it up by the button on front only, rather than auto detection. This way you could have the strap on before getting to a exercise location and manually activating it when you get there rather than having to take your shirt off to put it on when you arrive, to save battery life.

I upgraded to this device from the HRM Pro partly because it provides a couple of interesting running metrics: avg step speed loss (cm/s) and avg step speed loss %. After about 4 runs, Garmin Connect and your Garmin Watch will show you a "running economy" score based on those metrics (maybe in combination with other factors, not sure). You will see the step speed loss data in Garmin Connect starting with your very first run with the HRM 600 -- it's just the running economy score that requires multiple runs.The other changes from the HRM Pro are the addition of a button and status LED, rechargeable battery; and the sensor module can now be detached from the strap. The button/LED are fine but not essential. I only needed the button for initial pairing. You can push the button to wake the sensor, but it seems to wake up automatically whenever I put it on while wearing my watch. You can also use the button to toggle the connection mode between secure and non-secure, which is not particularly relevant for me. The LED flashes when the sensor is active and has a different pattern depending on whether it's connected in secure or non-secure mode. The rechargeability and detachability of the sensor are much more useful updates.By the way, my watch is a Fenix 8, and it works flawlessly with the HRM 600. The running economy metrics recorded by the HRM 600 were only available with a couple of newer watches when it was first launched, but many watches are now fully compatible with the HRM600 with the most recent software updates.

As a long time fan of Garmin (having had 7 watches and 3 different HRM in the past), this is my favorite HRM, but not surprisingly as it’s also the most expensive.Started out with the HRM Pro a few years ago and the added running metrics were much appreciated. Battery life was rated for 1 year but with my typical use, lasted around 3-4 months. The biggest con I had with that was the need to have a tiny screwdriver around to replace the battery.When I saw the Pro Plus have an easier to change battery compartment I was intrigued. My Pro had stopped working and Garmin was able to replace my Pro with the Plus.The Plus was working well since I got it, it was similar to the Pro, had an easier to change battery compartment, and was familiar.8 month later let’s say the strap started to get worn. Frequent cleaning with soap and water only went so far before it started to get funky. The band started to get stiff. The clasp started to get loose.The HRM 600 with its rechargeable battery and modular design were what should’ve been in the past. Did I like paying so much for a strap? Nope. Also not a fan of not being able to get the new metrics since I don’t have the latest and newest generation of watches.But that one con aside, very pleased with the 600 and hopefully this is the last time I’ll have to buy a HRM.

I got the HRM-600 because it seamlessly complements "both" my watch and the app, offering extra stats or acting as a backup when my watch battery is low. While I also own a Polar H10, it only connects to my watch, making the HRM-600 more versatile.Pros:- USB rechargeable,- Connects to both the Garmin app and watch, ease of use- Added functionality over previous models.Cons:- Average comfort and battery life;- Device-2-strap connection feels too tight raising concerns about its durability- Green light is visible through clothing.I don't have means to measure accuracy, but I have read great reviews about the Garmin sensors.I'm finding the Device-2-Strap connection uncomfortably tight, which is a major drawback and could ultimately lead to a return. I'll give it a few more days to see if the fit improves.

Doesn’t connect to Edge device. Can’t return it.

It's easy to use, connect to app, then wait for it to connect before runs with your watch or use it without it and track results after.The Value for it I suppose it is decent, I would say $100 is a perfect price point.It is comfortable at times but sometimes the edges can rub if your skin is dry at first until you sweat.Accuracy looks pretty good for when I use it indoors on my treadmill, and outdoors it is great as well.I really enjoy it and would recommend to serious runners.

Updated design was worth the purchase, rechargeable with Garmin std plug is nice. I like the extra connectivity features.

It works but has on occasions stopped spontaneously. Furthermore, there is no real time stats. One can only see the stat after the activity is done and saved. To be able to see real time stats, one has to sign up with Garmin connect+ at $69.99/yr. I used this because my Garmin watch is inaccurate with heart rate reading during exercise. I was hoping that this device would be more helpful with the price paid.