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Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 17 reviews

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Customers admire the HRM-Tri™ Heart Rate Monitor's accuracy, with many praising its precise calorie and heart rate information. Its water resistance is another plus, allowing users to track their fitness during various activities like swimming and biking. There were no reported negative comments about the product.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    HRM-Tri

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Awesome! Smaller than I thought it would be...It would be nice if Garmin made it so you could remove the device from the strap and wash the strap separately like we use to do with the polar watch straps but overall I'm impressed. I'm not sure if it pairs well to cardio equipment because I have not done that yet; but if you are looking for one garmin chest HRM then out of the options this is the one to get...it covers the most sports/options...that being said, if you only do pool swimming you might be better off just getting the HRM-Swim version.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Glad Best Buy makes this product available

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is my second iteration of the HRM-TRI strap, same product basically. I used my first for a year and a half, including through a full Ironman training cycle, before it went kaput. It required changing the battery once, maybe twice. I was hoping it just needed a battery, but no dice. I guess I did get good use out of it. Wish it had lasted longer, of course. This product is getting a little bit harder to find. When I called the local running/triathlon store, they claimed that Garmin was "phasing it out" in favor of the wrist-based HRM. I think/hope they are wrong. The wrist based HRM system is good and improving, but it has several flaws. It is well established as less accurate than a strap. VO2 max estimates, for example, when compared to true lab measurements, are off by 1-2 mL/min/kG, whereas the wrist-based measurements are off by 5-10. This strap produces more running dynamics (not that I care about most of them), and can be used in water (though of course, still no real-time HR data). I think it will be some time before wrist-based HR is the gold standard,. This strap fits better and is more durable (despite me living in it for many more hours) than the HRM-SWIM, which you can buy in a bundle with the HRM-TRI. (If you swim with the HRM-TRI, you really should be in a tri suit or wetsuit to keep it in place.) I have bought numerous Garmin HRMs in the past. The TRI I think is quite reliable compared to earlier versions, many of which had issues with "spiking" or "dropping" your heart rate feed. This can be disturbing when it happens. ("I just started running! Why is my heart rate 200? Is that even possible??") The workaround is to use a Polar strap with the Garmin HRM head unit. I've never had to do that with the HRM-TRI. I wish it were less expensive. After all, it is just an accessory. Sigh. First world problems. Best Buy was one of the only online retailers carrying the HRM-TRI and having it available. It shipped to me faster than anticipated.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    No-brainer if you're already in the Garmin world

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If you've got a Garmin fitness device, this is probably already on your radar. If you don't own it already, go ahead and buy it. Also includes the capability to provide run cadence information, which usually requires a separate $40-70 sensor. Excellent performance and value.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Accuracy, Water resistance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent addition to my Fenix 6 pro saphire

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Fenix does an okay job on its own tracking your heart rate, but I wanted more precision so I got this. It is easy to use and syncs right up with the watch when you select an exercise activity. I like that I can use it for any activity as I love running in the rain and sweat a lot so its ability to work in the water is key for me.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Accuracy

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A wonderful addition to Garmin watches

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Super easy pairing, battery life is long, and provides more accurate calorie and heart rate information.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Accuracy

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works well with Fenix 5x. Very helpful info while training for my next rac.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Water resistance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Valuable accessory

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great accessory to any athlete needing to monitor their heart rate. Works well in water too.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Water resistance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I love this HRM

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    What I like about this HRM is that you can wear it to run, swim and/or biking

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Accuracy

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for avid runners

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It is very accurate. If you are not too into numbers, you can go without it though

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Accuracy

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome device for beginner to athlete

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Connects to my garmin watch easily. Never slips and always gives great readings. No issues at all. Great product

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Must Have HRM

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If you own a Garmin watch, you have to own this. This HRM provides ridiculous data capabilities for anyone who is serious about their fitness metrics.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Accurate HRM

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchase the strap monitor to work with my Garmin smart watch. It sinks very well. My issue is that the watch only access the monitor's data when an activity option is running. Dose not appear to use the strap for the heart rate reading when no activity option is active.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from GarminProductExpert
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      The strap will only send data to the watch when recording an activity. If you want all day heart rate data you will need a device with Optical Heart Rate.

      Debbie with Garmin Garmin

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    Accuracy

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This hrm is just perfect, accurate and easy to set up.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Heart rate monitor

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love the tri heart rate monitor I use for cycling, swimming running and at the gym.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I really love this product..... Connects to my fenix 5x with ease.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Does what it says

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Just one more great product from Garmin would not expect anything less.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Accuracy

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great heart rate monitor

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I use this for every exercise, it works amazingly well.

    I would recommend this to a friend