For a price of around 80 euros, Polar is launching the Polar OH1, an optical heart rate sensor that the brand defines as a bracelet for optical heart rate recording that combines "versatility, comfort and simplicity". Polar OH1 is also characterized by fitting comfortably on the arm and record heart rate with Polars high quality optical heart rate solution, "and therefore gets nothing between you and your goals".
Before analyzing its different functionalities, we suggest that together with this model you get for less than 20 euros with its armband, which thanks to the soft textile material and the adjustment mechanism, simple but secure, fits perfectly and comfortably to the arm. It is easy and convenient to put on or take off at any time, and it is also machine washable and comes with a sensor holder unit.
That said, let's get down to business. Polar introduces the Polar OH1 model, which tracks your heart rate with Polar s high-quality 6-LED optical heart rate system. So, and this is one of its big advantages, you can use the Polar OH1 to transmit your heart rate to any Bluetooth-enabled Polar device, many fitness apps and gym equipment, again, Bluetooth-enabled.
So, if you're not into chest straps, the Polar OH1 proves to be a great alternative for you, as it works with all Bluetooth compatible Polar training heart rate monitors, devices and cycling computers.
Prefer to train without a heart rate monitor or phone?
No problem. The Polar OH1 has an internal memory that can store up to 200 hours of training data and allows you to sync your data to Polar Flow with the Polar Flow app and web service.
This device also transmits real-time heart rate to many popular fitness apps on both iOS and Android phones. This makes the Polar OH1 the ideal companion to Polar Beat, Polars free fitness and training app. With the Polar OH1 and Polar Beat you get your heart rate data live on the phone display and audio prompts in the headphones during training.
On the other hand, the Polar OH1 armband has among one of its main features its comfort, as it fits perfectly to the arm, in a nice and discreet way. The band is made of a soft textile material and is machine washable. Also noteworthy is its upgradeable firmware, which allows the Polar OH1 to continue improving with updates transmitted over the wireless network.
We can't forget about its long-lasting battery, which allows you to enjoy up to 12 hours of training on a single charge with the Polar OH1. Likewise, you can easily charge the battery with the Polar OH1 USB adapter (which is included).
And yes, if you're wondering, the Polar OH1 is water resistant, in fact up to 30m.
And let's not forget about its measurements.... take note!
Features
- Weight: Sensor 5 g, bracelet 12 g
- Height:95 mm
- Diameter: 29.85 mm
- Cuff: Size M-XXL, machine washable
Compatibility
Polar OH1 is compatible with iOS mobile devices: iPhone 4S and later, Android mobile devices with Bluetooth 4.0 and Android 43 or later. It allows you to get the different updates through Polar Flow.
Memory is 4 MB, up to 200 hours of training.
Battery
The rechargeable battery of the Polar OH1 is 45 mAh lithium polymer.
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