Coros HRM vs Garmin HRM 200

Coros HRM

€89

Garmin HRM 200

€89.99

Quick verdict

Coros HRM

€89

The better pick if you want:

No clear advantage on the specs we track.

Garmin HRM 200

€89.99

The better pick if you want:

To spend $9.01 less

Spec profile

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Coros HRM· leads in 1

Lightness

Garmin HRM 200· leads in 3

Battery lifeFeaturesAffordability

Tied

RangeWater resistance

Battery life
38 h
365 hTop 32%
Features
1
3Top 46%
Range
10 m
10 m
Water resistance
30 mTop 43%
30 mTop 43%
Lightness
19 gTop 4%
63 g
Affordability
$99
$90Top 46%

Technical Specifications

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Essentials

€89

€89.99

July 2023

January 2025

Overview

Optical (PPG - photoplethysmography)

ECG (electrical heart rate measurement)

Optical heart rate sensor (5 LEDs, 4 photodetectors)

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High-accuracy optical heart rate tracking from upper arm, More stable data compared to wrist-based sensors, Comfortable armband design (no chest strap required), Dual Bluetooth connection for multiple devices, Long battery life for extended training sessions

Accurate real-time heart rate tracking, ANT+ and Bluetooth connectivity, Comfortable adjustable strap, Low-profile lightweight design, Compatible with multiple fitness devices and apps

Connectivity

Bluetooth Low Energy

Bluetooth Low Energy (up to 3 connections), ANT+

Yes

Up to 10 m

Battery

Rechargeable (55 mAh)

Replaceable coin cell (CR2032)

Up to 38 hours (active use), 80 days standby

Up to 365 hours (about 1 year at 1 hour per day)

Build & durability

3 ATM (30 meters)

-10°C to 50°C

0°C to 40°C

19 g (sensor + band)

63 g (M-XL strap), 56 g (XS-S strap)

Soft elastic fabric armband

Soft elastic textile strap (machine washable)

Plastic

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