Garmin HRM 200 vs Polar Verity Sense

Garmin HRM 200

€89.99

Polar Verity Sense

€99.90

Quick verdict

Garmin HRM 200

€89.99

The better pick if you want:

To spend $9.91 less

Polar Verity Sense

€99.90

The better pick if you want:

A higher overall score (98 vs 70)

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 14 products in Heart Rate Monitor on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Garmin HRM 200· leads in 2

Battery lifeAffordability

Polar Verity Sense· leads in 4

FeaturesRangeWater resistanceLightness

Battery life
365 hTop 32%
30 h
Features
3Top 46%
4Top 21%
Range
10 m
150 mTop 5%
Water resistance
30 mTop 43%
50 mTop 11%
Lightness
63 g
20 gTop 17%
Affordability
$90Top 46%
$100

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Garmin HRM 200 vs Polar Verity Sense

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Essentials

€89.99

€99.90

January 2025

February 2021

Overview

ECG (electrical heart rate measurement)

Optical (PPG - photoplethysmography)

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Optical heart rate sensor (6 LEDs), Accelerometer

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

Accurate optical heart rate tracking from upper or lower arm, Built-in memory allows recording without a connected device, Dedicated swimming mode with goggle clip for pool use, Dual Bluetooth and ANT+ connectivity for wide compatibility, Long battery life for endurance sessions

Connectivity

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

Bluetooth Low Energy, ANT+

Yes

Up to 10 m

Up to 150 m (Bluetooth), extended with ANT+

Yes (up to 600 hours of training data)

Battery

Replaceable coin cell (CR2032)

Rechargeable (45 mAh)

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

Up to 30 hours (training mode)

Build & durability

3 ATM (30 meters)

WR50 (50 meters, suitable for swimming)

0°C to 40°C

-20°C to 60°C

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

20 g (sensor + armband)

Soft elastic textile strap (machine washable)

Soft textile armband

Plastic

Polymer

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Which offers better value: Garmin HRM 200 vs Polar Verity Sense?

For value comparison: The Garmin HRM 200 ($89.99) offers better affordability compared to the Polar Verity Sense ($99.9). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Garmin HRM 200 or the Polar Verity Sense?

The Garmin HRM 200 is newer: it came out in January 2025, and the Polar Verity Sense in February 2021.

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Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 14 products in Heart Rate Monitor on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Garmin HRM 200· leads in 2

Battery lifeAffordability

Polar Verity Sense· leads in 4

FeaturesRangeWater resistanceLightness

Battery life
365 hTop 32%
30 h
Features
3Top 46%
4Top 21%
Range
10 m
150 mTop 5%
Water resistance
30 mTop 43%
50 mTop 11%
Lightness
63 g
20 gTop 17%
Affordability
$90Top 46%
$100

Garmin HRM 200 vs Polar Verity Sense

Garmin HRM 200

Polar Verity Sense

Quick verdict

Spec profile