Garmin HRM-Dual vs Polar Verity Sense - Where are the differences?
Where are the differences?
Let's take the heart rate sensors Garmin HRM-Dual* and Polar Verity Sense* in the comparison and look at the differences more closely.
Heart rate measurement
Garmin HRM-Dual works with a EKG measurement. For the Polar Verity Sense rely on the Optical technology. In general the measurement via ECG is considered more accurate. Thus the Garmin HRM-Dual* is equipped with the more accurate technology.
With the Garmin HRM-Dual the measurement is taken across the chest. This is a chest belt. The Polar Verity Sense is worn on the arm.
Connection options
Bluetooth has become a very popular option for connecting heart rate sensors and pulse belts. Both the Garmin HRM-Dual and the Polar Verity Sense offer this. The connection via Bluetooth is mostly used for cell phones or fitness watches. Some new devices in fitness studios also offer Bluetooth as an option.
The standard ANT+ less known. However, it is often used in the field of sports. Some finte watches, especially from Garmin and Polar, support the form of the connection. In contrast to the Garmin HRM-Dual, the Polar Verity Sense offers ANT+ as a connection possibility.
Waterproof
Both heart rate sensors from the comparison are waterproof. The Garmin HRM-Dual can be used up to 10 m under water. The Polar Verity Sense can be submerged up to 10 m under water.
Belt
Most heart rate sensors can be adjusted in size. This is especially relevant for chest straps. The minimum belt length of the Garmin HRM-Dual is 63,5 cm. For the Polar Verity Sense the minimum belt length is 15,0 cm. The maximum length for the Garmin HRM-Dual is 132,0 cm. The Polar Verity Sense has a maximum belt length of 34,0 cm.