The Garmin FR60 Heart Rate Monitor with ANT technology is a sleek fitness watch plus workout tool that tracks your time, heart rate and calories burned! When bundled with the wireless foot pod, the FR60 can also track speed and distance, indoors or out! Wirelessly send your workout data to your computer for later analysis with the FR60! With FR60's wireless ANT technology, this heart rate monitor will keep you on track for your exercise goals!Note: The ANT technology allows for connection to other ANT compatible devices, like the included heart rate monitor, optional foot pod or even ANT compatible fitness equipment. (This is only the Heart Rate Monitor watch)
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76 of 76 people found the following review helpful
I was drawn to the Garmin FR60 as it represents one of the least expensive full-featured heart rate monitors which can download training data to a computer. Since I do a good chunk of my training indoors on a treadmill, particularly in the winter, a GPS based system was not required.
My experience with the Garmin FR60 has been mostly positive. First, it's important to point out this watch is sold in at least 3 different bundles. There's the basic heart rate monitor only (all black watch), this version (red) which includes an ANT+ Stick used to download training data to a computer, and a more expensive version which includes a foot pod for measuring distance. When shopping for this watch, be sure you know which bundle you're ordering, I had to return the black version after ordering it without realizing it didn't include the ANT+ Stick.
The watch itself is a nice form factor, smaller than the large Polar S120 I'm replacing. Initial setup is easy, the included quickstart guide walks you through the procedure in straightforward fashion. The screen is easy to read, and navigation between menus and setting adjustments is easy. My only gripe with the watch is the placement of the Lap/Split and Start/Stop buttons. Quite simply, these should be reversed. The Start/Stop button is a large white button centered just below the display area, it's quite easy to press. The Lap/Split button is a small button on the side of the watch and takes a firm touch to trigger. When I'm running hard, it's takes a bit of concentration to record a lap, certainly more than I'd like. I expect I'll get more comfortable with this as I use the watch more.
The heart rate strap fits comfortably and is in most ways quite similar to my familiar Polar T31 chest strap with one important exception, it has a door through which I can replace the battery. The Polar strap has to be sent back for a new battery, and a replacement strap is $30-40. The replacable battery on the Garmin is a nice upgrade. As for function, the heart rate is recorded accurately and I've yet to see it interrupted by interference. Of note, the Garmin HR strap does not appear to be compatible with any treadmill I've seen, the watch still records HR accurately, but the treadmill will not display HR on screen. Polar seems to have cornered the market here.
Once a workout is complete, recorded heart rate data can be downloaded to a computer via the ANT+ Stick, a simple USB stick. Once setup, the download process is quite easy. Garmin offers two options for logging your data, the desktop-only Garmin TrainingCenter (which must be downloaded) or the web-based Garmin Connect. I've tried them both, and find the TrainingCenter software easier to use, particularly when viewing heart rate data graphs. If you spring for the footpod, the software will correlate HR, time, and distance. Workout notes can be entered, making this a nice all-around training log. It seems like development is on-going for the web-based Garmin Connect, so it's possible it will get improved features in the future. Note that the data can be exported from either program as XML-based TCX files which can be processed into Excel sheets (with third party software) or uploaded to other third-party training log software. If you're comfortable with the format, the TCX files can be edited directly to include data not recorded by the watch (distance if not measured by the foot pod, calories burned, etc).
Overall this setup has allowed me to do exactly what I had hoped; accurately record my heart rate over training runs and download it to a computer for review and analysis and comparison with previous workouts. I'm excited enough about the system that I'll be adding the SDM4 Footpod to record distance as well. If the Lap and Start/Stop buttons we're swapped, it would be the perfect non-GPS based running tool, and an excellent value as one of the least expensive heart rate monitors which can download to a computer.
My experience with the Garmin FR60 has been mostly positive. First, it's important to point out this watch is sold in at least 3 different bundles. There's the basic heart rate monitor only (all black watch), this version (red) which includes an ANT+ Stick used to download training data to a computer, and a more expensive version which includes a foot pod for measuring distance. When shopping for this watch, be sure you know which bundle you're ordering, I had to return the black version after ordering it without realizing it didn't include the ANT+ Stick.
The watch itself is a nice form factor, smaller than the large Polar S120 I'm replacing. Initial setup is easy, the included quickstart guide walks you through the procedure in straightforward fashion. The screen is easy to read, and navigation between menus and setting adjustments is easy. My only gripe with the watch is the placement of the Lap/Split and Start/Stop buttons. Quite simply, these should be reversed. The Start/Stop button is a large white button centered just below the display area, it's quite easy to press. The Lap/Split button is a small button on the side of the watch and takes a firm touch to trigger. When I'm running hard, it's takes a bit of concentration to record a lap, certainly more than I'd like. I expect I'll get more comfortable with this as I use the watch more.
The heart rate strap fits comfortably and is in most ways quite similar to my familiar Polar T31 chest strap with one important exception, it has a door through which I can replace the battery. The Polar strap has to be sent back for a new battery, and a replacement strap is $30-40. The replacable battery on the Garmin is a nice upgrade. As for function, the heart rate is recorded accurately and I've yet to see it interrupted by interference. Of note, the Garmin HR strap does not appear to be compatible with any treadmill I've seen, the watch still records HR accurately, but the treadmill will not display HR on screen. Polar seems to have cornered the market here.
Once a workout is complete, recorded heart rate data can be downloaded to a computer via the ANT+ Stick, a simple USB stick. Once setup, the download process is quite easy. Garmin offers two options for logging your data, the desktop-only Garmin TrainingCenter (which must be downloaded) or the web-based Garmin Connect. I've tried them both, and find the TrainingCenter software easier to use, particularly when viewing heart rate data graphs. If you spring for the footpod, the software will correlate HR, time, and distance. Workout notes can be entered, making this a nice all-around training log. It seems like development is on-going for the web-based Garmin Connect, so it's possible it will get improved features in the future. Note that the data can be exported from either program as XML-based TCX files which can be processed into Excel sheets (with third party software) or uploaded to other third-party training log software. If you're comfortable with the format, the TCX files can be edited directly to include data not recorded by the watch (distance if not measured by the foot pod, calories burned, etc).
Overall this setup has allowed me to do exactly what I had hoped; accurately record my heart rate over training runs and download it to a computer for review and analysis and comparison with previous workouts. I'm excited enough about the system that I'll be adding the SDM4 Footpod to record distance as well. If the Lap and Start/Stop buttons we're swapped, it would be the perfect non-GPS based running tool, and an excellent value as one of the least expensive heart rate monitors which can download to a computer.
32 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Style Name:Women's
I just purchased the FR60 in lilac for myself (and the men's version for my husband). Currently we are using them for high intensity interval training. The set-up was a breeze. After researching several watches I chose these based on features, price, and brand. A must for us was to be able to upload the data to our computer and graph our heart rates for the intervals. Once we set up this feature using the ANT stick (which was a three step process completely outlined on the garmin website), we were able to do this. It's awesome. After a workout I just walk into our office and within 30 seconds a box pops up on my computer asking if i'd like to see the data online.
We chose these Garmin watches over similarly functioning and priced Polar watches due to the wireless capability. For the polar watches you have to buy an additional module that you physically have to place the watch on to upload the data. I know it sounds lazy, but I prefer to just leave my sweaty watch on my wrist!
Lastly, I was concerned if the watch would fit me correctly since i have rather petite wrists. No problems there. Yes, it's bigger than my normal day-to-day watch, but i like having the larger screen to glance on while I workout.
We chose these Garmin watches over similarly functioning and priced Polar watches due to the wireless capability. For the polar watches you have to buy an additional module that you physically have to place the watch on to upload the data. I know it sounds lazy, but I prefer to just leave my sweaty watch on my wrist!
Lastly, I was concerned if the watch would fit me correctly since i have rather petite wrists. No problems there. Yes, it's bigger than my normal day-to-day watch, but i like having the larger screen to glance on while I workout.
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
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Spent a long time deciding between Polar RX300sd and the Garmin FR60. In the end, was bought over by the small footpod. Polar has this gigantic footpod. Have been running with the FR60 since Sep this year, and now, I wouldn't know what to do without it.
The FR60 looks much better than the RX300sd...more of a watch-looking. It is also water-proof (up to 50M) and has dual time. I travel occasionally, so the latter comes in handy. The menu takes a little getting use to. But if you grew up with Casio watches like I did, you should get it in no time. With so many features, it took me a couple of runs to get the settings that I want. But after that, it's works great!!! Love especially the Virtual Partner function.
The footpod is same as the Nike+ footpod; it is small. Many have said that the Polar footpod is the most accurate amongst all footpods. Well, this tiny Garmin sucker is really accurate and consistent. Took just one calibration and it stayed consistent ever since.
Syncing to the laptop to Garmin Connect is incredibly easy, especially when my laptop is on with the Ant+ stick attached. The moment I enter my room after a run, data is automatically synced to Garmin Connect...even before I take off my running shoes.
Pairing of the watch with the HRM and footpod is almost instantaneous, and I have never once lost the pairing during my runs.
The only complain I have is that watch is designed with the strap and body as one piece. If the strap broke, I would have to replace the whole watch, unlike normal 'Casio-type' watches where you can just replace the strap. Because I love this watch so much, would hate to lose this watch because of a strap problem.
The FR60 looks much better than the RX300sd...more of a watch-looking. It is also water-proof (up to 50M) and has dual time. I travel occasionally, so the latter comes in handy. The menu takes a little getting use to. But if you grew up with Casio watches like I did, you should get it in no time. With so many features, it took me a couple of runs to get the settings that I want. But after that, it's works great!!! Love especially the Virtual Partner function.
The footpod is same as the Nike+ footpod; it is small. Many have said that the Polar footpod is the most accurate amongst all footpods. Well, this tiny Garmin sucker is really accurate and consistent. Took just one calibration and it stayed consistent ever since.
Syncing to the laptop to Garmin Connect is incredibly easy, especially when my laptop is on with the Ant+ stick attached. The moment I enter my room after a run, data is automatically synced to Garmin Connect...even before I take off my running shoes.
Pairing of the watch with the HRM and footpod is almost instantaneous, and I have never once lost the pairing during my runs.
The only complain I have is that watch is designed with the strap and body as one piece. If the strap broke, I would have to replace the whole watch, unlike normal 'Casio-type' watches where you can just replace the strap. Because I love this watch so much, would hate to lose this watch because of a strap problem.
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Great fitness watch...
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Published 2 months ago by NobodyTouchesTheBlue
POOR quality, good features
After 18 months using this HR monitor I will have to replace it. As with other reviews, the wrist strap started to show signs of wear right after the first ridings. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mario Lopez
Love it!!!
I am really pleased with this HRM. I created my account on Garmin and it was easy steps to follow. I setup the watch and the USB stick to sync. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Tim V.
Less than a year of have it and I have to throw it to the garbage
The strap of this watch has the worst quality I had ever seem. Since I bought it the strap was like sandy, from the first time it begin to loose its shining. Read more
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