Gear Review
Suunto X6HR Heart Rate Monitor Watch
Weak HR Monitor; Good Altimeter
By Charlton
Ranked #298 - Heart Rate Monitors
October 22, 2008
I've been using the X6HR for a little over a year. The device is easy to use, easy to set up, and for the most part works well. The altimeter (and barometer) and compass are great, and both are essential backcountry navigation tools. The HR monitor is the weakest part of this watch. I use it almost daily for training (running/cycling) and I find that it often displays and records grossly incorrect readings for the first 10-15 minutes of my workouts. For example, it often reads 180+ bpm, or fluctuates between 177 and 127 bpm. I know that these readings are wrong from my perceived effort level and my general awareness of my HR levels during exercise. It usually settles down and starts to read accurately some time into the workout. I live in New York City, and I'm willing to believe that there is a lot of ambient electromagnetic pollution where I run that may interfere with the signal. However, for a device this expensive, I expect better performance on all functions.
View Details: Suunto X6HR Heart Rate Monitor Watch
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Composite
- Band Type:
- Composite
- Altimeter:
- Yes
- Barometer:
- Yes
- Compass:
- Yes
- Stopwatch:
- Yes
- Chronograph:
- Yes
- Thermometer:
- Yes
- Heart Rate Monitor:
- Yes
- PC Compatible:
- Yes
- Waterproof:
- Yes, up to 100m
- Backlight / Electroluminescent:
- Yes
- Alarms:
- Yes, 3 with date option
- Size:
- Large
- Recommended Use:
- Running, hiking, biking, mountaineering, climbing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 2 Years
- Country of Origin:
- Finland
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