If you like to practice sports underwater but you do not find a suitable device to control your workouts, in the editorial staff of Buscopulsometro we have chosen the 8 best Fitness Trackers for swimming. We have also added the option of Heart Rate Monitors & Sports Watches valid for swimming, for those who also want to use the same device for various exercises.
Although in most cases the purchase of a smart bracelet or a heart rate monitor responds to the need to monitor activities such as running or fitness, there is another type of user who is looking for Fitness Trackers for swimming in the pool.
The best Fitness Trackers and Heart Rate Monitors & Sports Watches for swimming
Remember that one of the most important factors to take into account when choosing one model or another is the degree of protection against water.
Both the Heart Rate Monitors & Sports Watches and the Fitness Trackers that we propose below for swimming have a degree of protection IP68, the classification that covers devices at a depth of one meter or more for a continuous period of time. It should be clarified that the precise level of water resistance to IP68 depends on each manufacturer. In addition, these wearables selected here have a minimum rating of 1 atmosphere (unit of pressure) or higher, which means they can withstand, in the worst case, a pressure of up to 10 meters of water.
Here are eight devices capable of safely submerging underwater and monitoring your favorite sporting activity such as swimming.
Garmin Swim
A sports watch built specifically for swimming enthusiasts. If going to the pool is part of your daily routine and you want to keep track of your swim lengths, the Garmin Swim is the perfect device. It monitors the distance you've swum, the stroke and the number of strokes you've used in each of your training sessions. It withstands up to 5 atmospheres of underwater pressure and is designed for training in pools with a minimum length of 17 meters.
Misfit Speedo Shine 2
Misfit Speedo Shine 2 is an activity wristband specially designed for those who like to practice sports underwater. It includes a number of functionalities that allow you to measure your performance through your wrist. One of the factors to take into account about this device is that it has no screen so you can only see the results once the training is finished and connect it with your cell phone.
Garmin Forerunner 935
The Garmin Forerunner 935 is a sports watch with integrated GPS designed for multisport athletes. It is considered the brand's most complete device for triathlon events. It records heart rate from the wrist and incorporates advanced metrics. It is compatible with Garmin Connect, so you can keep track of all your workouts and see your progress.
Garmin Vivoactive 3
The Garmin Vivoactive 3 has everything you need to keep track of your workouts, so it's considered a high-end sports watch. It has all the usual elements, including GPS fitness tracking, an optical heart rate sensor, and basic smart notifications. It also offers the advantage of extreme battery life, guided workouts and mobile payments.
Polar v800
This Polar v800 with integrated GPS with useful functionalities for different modalities such as running, cycling, swimming, triathlon or skiing and aimed at both amateur and professional athletes. It records both your training metrics and the movements of your daily life such as going up or down stairs or walking. Through the Polar Flow page you can see the results of your workouts and make a full follow-up.
Suunto Spartan Sport Wrist HR
The Suunto Spartan Sport Wrist HR monitors multisport activity statistics through the wrist-based frequency measurement system. It is a wearable suitable for both training and competition. It has a high-resolution touchscreen, built-in accelerometer and 80 preset sport modes to provide specific parameters for a multitude of sports, including swimming.
Suunto Spartan Sport Wrist HR Forest
This Suunto Forest model is a special edition of the Spartan Wrist. It is a multisport watch for those who like adventures in nature as well as swimming. It is a GPS watch with wrist pulse measurement where you can choose from over 80 preset sport modes. It is waterproof up to 100 meters and has a high level of battery life.
Apple Watch Series 3
In addition to having integrated GPS, the Apple Watch Series 3 also takes a step forward, and includes, for the first time, the barometric altimeter to provide elevation data to the athlete. It incorporates an optical sensor for measuring heart rate from the wrist. It is suitable for running, swimming, cycling, and also for indoor activities in the gym, and of course, compatible with your smartphone.
