Garmin HRM 200 vs Polar H10

Garmin HRM 200

Garmin HRM 200

€89.99
Polar H10

Polar H10

€99.90

Quick verdict

Garmin HRM 200

€89.99

The better pick if you want:

  • To spend $9.91 less

Polar H10

€99.90

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (94 vs 70)

Spec profile

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Garmin HRM 200· leads in 1

Affordability

Polar H10· leads in 4

Battery lifeFeaturesRangeLightness

Tied

Water resistance
  • Battery life

    365 hTop 32%
    400 hTop 21%
  • Features

    3Top 46%
    5Top 7%
  • Range

    10 m
    90 mTop 20%
  • Water resistance

    30 mTop 43%
    30 mTop 43%
  • Lightness

    63 g
    60 g
  • Affordability

    $90Top 46%
    $100

Technical Specifications

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Essentials

€89.99
€99.90
January 2025
2017

Overview

ECG (electrical heart rate measurement)
ECG (electrical heart rate measurement)
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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
High-accuracy ECG heart rate tracking, Firmware updates, Machine-washable strap, OwnCode coded transmission, Real-time and offline recording modes

Connectivity

Bluetooth Low Energy (up to 3 connections), ANT+
Bluetooth Low Energy, ANT+, GymLink 5 kHz
Yes
Yes
Up to 10 m
Up to 90 m
No
Yes (1 training session, up to 30 hours)

Battery

Replaceable coin cell (CR2032)
CR2025 coin cell
Up to 365 hours (about 1 year at 1 hour per day)
Up to 400 hours

Build & durability

3 ATM (30 meters)
WR30 (30 meters)
0°C to 40°C
-10°C to 50°C
63 g (M-XL strap), 56 g (XS-S strap)
60 g
Soft elastic textile strap (machine washable)
Polyamide, polyurethane, elastane, polyester with silicone prints
Plastic
Plastic
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Garmin HRM 200 vs Polar H10?

For value comparison: The Garmin HRM 200 ($89.99) offers better affordability compared to the Polar H10 ($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 H10?

The Garmin HRM 200 is newer: it came out in January 2025, and the Polar H10 in 2017.

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