Powr Labs Bluetooth and ANT+ Heart Rate Monitor Chest Strap – All Day Comfort, Easy Connectivity – Compatible with Polar, Garmin, Peloton, Wahoo

Powr Labs Heart Rate Monitor Chest Strap, great so far!
Saw in another review that they had success after installing Myworkouts app. Just received the HRM today, installed Myworkouts and now have it functioning. Wasn’t sure my cheap ($30) LG Rebel 3 L18VL Android phone supported Bluetooth LE, which seems to be required, according to Myworkouts. A Google search revealed I could install a little free utility that would find out. So, I downloaded and installed and ran BLE Checker, which said it did. Finally found the Setting to add a Bluetooth LE device in Myworkouts and I was set, after the basic configuration, which was simple and intuitive. I’m running a trial workout right now, lying in bed with my laptop. Assuming this HRM is accurate, it’s all I could ask for, and the myworkouts app seems great. Gonna give this a trial run on my road bike tomorrow!This uses cheap replaceable CR2032 3 volt batteries, which I always have on hand.This thing is much smaller than I anticipated, which is good. It’s comfortable, I’ve been wearing it about 2 hours.I turned off battery optimizations for the Myworkouts app in android settings, at the suggestion of the app, so that things don’t get strange or fail altogether if the phone’s screen turns off or battery levels get below any threshold. All my other apps will optimize battery drainage but I don’t want that to happen for this. I want it to work perfectly no matter what.Edit next day: First day using while actually exercising. Road bike to and from gym, 5 miles each way, also kept Myworkouts app running in the gym. Worked great. Until I receive a bracket I ordered from China (!), I’m using a small bungee to hold my phone to handlebars, which works acceptably. Had no trouble reading my HR with this setup during my bike rides. I’m loving it! Had great rides and I was very pleased to know the answer to the question that I’d had in my head for months, “I wonder what my heart rate is right now” while riding to/from my gym.Edit a few months later: The battery died already. I couldn’t find a contact for Powr Labs and so I posted at their Facebook page, trying to avail myself of their 2 year battery replacement offer. That was several weeks ago and as far as I know, they did not respond. Anyway, I’d bought 15 CR2032 batteries a while ago, so I’m good.Edit2 a couple years later: Still using MyWorkOuts Android app. I’m finding that the CR2032 battery lasts perhaps a year in my almost daily 1 hour plus workouts. When I take off the strap I unfasten one of the two snap connectors and set the strap aside, refasten that snap connector when putting the strap on for the next workout. I figure that ensures that the electronics of the HR monitor are getting nothing like a signal and that this will make the battery last longer. Just before putting the strap on when starting a workout I get a drop of water on my index finger and wipe it on the back of the strap where it will pick up my heart beat. I saw this recommended and I think it helps ensure that the sensor gets a solid continuous signal. Maybe 2-3 times out of my now nearly 1000 uses have I found that the signal was lost when I checked out my app post-workout. That’s pretty high reliability. When that happens it could signal need for a new battery, or it could be inadequate contact at your breast bone. A bit of moisture there helps ensure that the monitor picks up your heart beat.

4 years and still going strong
I’ve had this heart rate monitor chest strap for 4 years and it still works great. It connects really well. I read in the instructions that if you ever have issues connecting, just rub a little water with your finger onto the section that has the sensors that go against your skin. As soon as I do that, it connects quickly. I think I have only had to replace the battery 3 times over the years. It especially has given me consistent heart rate data when I am doing things like a HITT workout with weights. My watch alone would display a HR that would be all over the place. Recently, I used AI to code a web-based app to connect to my spinning bike. All I had to do was send the AI a picture of the watch, and I was able to get AI to update the app’s code to detect and connect to this HR chest strap as well!

Great alternative to expensive name-brand (garmin) belt. Works GREAT
So much cheaper than what garmin wants you to pay. I’ve only had it for a week or two but so far its been great. I was able to connect to the garmin app within minutes. I would recommend

Works for fenix 7x
I noticed when tracking an activity on my garmin watch, my heart rate seemed to register low. I bought this, it synced the very first time i.tried and reads much more accurate.The strap is easily adjustable and has a quick release hook. Im 6’1 235lbs and theres plenty of adjustment left.The heart rate sensor firmly snaps into the strap, so it definitely wint be falling out. Ive used it 6x so far for over an hour with no battery issues. I will be carrying a spare battery in my bag just in case it dies mid activityOverall I definitely recommend this heart rate strap. 0 complaints or issues so far.

Habe mir den Pulsgurt für HIT Workouts zugelegt. Der Gurt lässt sich schnell und unkompliziert mit der Apple Watch verbinden, auch bei längeren Sessions bleibt der Gurt auf der Brust und liefert zuverlässige Werte an die Uhr.Nach dem Training spüle ich den ganzen Gurt mit lauwarmen Wasser und hänge ihn zum Trocknen auf. Der Gurt trocknet schnell. Lebensdauer der Batterie schon ganz ordentlich zu sein, benutze ihn schon eine ganze Weile und es gibt noch kein Anzeichen das die Batterie leer wird.

I recently started using the POWR LABS Bluetooth Heart Rate Monitor Chest, and it has been a fantastic addition to my fitness routine. The strap is comfortable and adjustable, ensuring a secure fit during workouts. The heart rate monitor pairs seamlessly with my fitness apps and devices, providing accurate and real-time data.The battery life is impressive, and I love the convenience of the Bluetooth connectivity, which allows me to track my performance without any hassle. This heart rate monitor has helped me optimize my workouts and achieve better results. Highly recommend it to anyone serious about their fitness goals!