Polar M430
144,07
Polar M430
Garmin Forerunner 55
182,75
Garmin Forerunner 55
Polar Pacer
186,62
Polar Pacer

Polar M430 vs. Garmin Forerunner 55 vs. Polar Pacer


Polar M430
Garmin Forerunner 55
Polar Pacer
Polar M430

144,07

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Garmin Forerunner 55

182,75

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Polar Pacer

186,62

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According to the product specialist

Pros
The built-in optical heart rate monitor means you no longer need a chest strap.
Features a new function to monitor sleep patterns.
Can be paired to Polar Flow, which is an extensive platform used to track your performance over time.
With up to two weeks of battery life in smartwatch mode and up to 20 hours in GPS mode, you can get plenty of workouts out of one charge.
This watch's personalised guidance means you will receive daily recommendations based on your training history, fitness level and recovery time.
Thanks to the activity profiles for different workouts, you always have a good workout ready.
The Garmin Forerunner 55 has all kinds of connected features, such as smartphone notifications, automatic uploads to Garmin Connect™, LiveTrack and more.
A slim and lightweight sports watch with all the essential functions and some special training tools.
The Pacer tracks your activity 24/7. Based on this data, it gives you personalised advice.
Includes new advanced sleep features to give you an analysis of your recovery during the night.
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo and QZSS satellite connectivity so you can accurately track and review your workouts.
Ultra-long battery life.
Cons
Not possible to pair a speed- or cadence sensor to the Polar M430.
Notifications aren't supported with audio signals.
You cannot play music directly from this watch like with some other models.
Does not have a touchscreen.
The watch does not have built-in storage for music sources, so you will need your smartphone to play music.

Specifications

Navigation
No
No
Map View
No
Heart Rate Monitor
Heart rate monitor in wrist strap
Heart rate monitor in wrist strap
Heart rate monitor in wrist strap
Altimeter
Yes, GPS
Yes, GPS
Yes, GPS
Screen Size
1.3 inch
1.04 inch
1.2 inch
Screen Resolution
208 x 208 Pixels
240x240 Pixels
Touchscreen
No
No
No
Connector plug
USB
EU
USB
Training Schedule
Yes
Yes
Yes
Smartphone Notification Type
Notifications
Message
Caller ID
Thermometer
No
No
Yes
Vibrating alert
Yes
Yes
Yes
GPS Sensor
Yes
Yes
Yes
ANT+
No
Yes
No
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
Yes
Waterproof
Waterproof
Waterproof
Waterproof
Alerts
Visual
Acoustic
Vibrate
Visual
Vibrate
Visual
Acoustic
Vibrate
Backlight
Yes
Yes
Yes
Constant backlight
Yes, adjustable
Yes, adjustable
Calories
Yes
Yes
Yes
24H activity measurement
Yes
Yes
Yes
Coaching
Yes
Yes
Yes
Power Source
Internal Battery
Internal Battery
Internal Battery
OS Compatibility
Android
iOS
Android
iOS
Sport
Cycling
Running
Swimming
Fitness
Outdoor
Multisport
Cycling
Running
Swimming
Fitness
Multisport
Step Counter
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sleep Monitor
Yes
Yes
Yes
Virtual Partner
No
No
No
Stopwatch
Yes
Yes
Yes
Climbed Steps
No
No
No
Motion Sensor
Yes
Yes
Yes
Colour
Black
Grey
White
Night Black
Size wristband
M/L
Payment function
No
No
Recommended for type of cyclist
Recreational cyclist
Wrist strap material
Silicone