Polar Vantage M Advanced Running & Multisport GPS Watch with Heart Rate Monitor, Medium/Large, Black/Copper

Polar Vantage M

Polar

Polar Vantage M Multisport GPS Watch, Heart Rate Monitor, M/L, Black/Copper

Adorama

Home Electronics

Wearable Tech

Smart Watches

Polar Smart Watches

Polar Vantage M 

Top Rated Gear: Polar Vantage M Advanced Running & Multisport GPS Watch with Heart Rate Monitor, Medium/Large, Black/Copper Band Size: Standard/Medium, Power Type: Battery, Style: Black Stainless Steel Case with Sport Band

Advanced Running & Multisport Watch with GPS and Wwrist-Based Heart RateChallenge your limits with Polar Vantage M, an all-round multisport & running GPS watch for anyone who loves setting new records. This slim and lightweight training companion provides you with all the data you need to improve your performance.Designed for PerformancePolar Vantage M is an award-winning combination of the latest sports technology and lightweight design.Next Level Wrist-Based Heart Rate MonitoringPolar Vantage M monitors your heart rate with the new Precision Prime sensor fusion technology.No Compromises with Your StyleMatch your Polar Vantage M to any look with a changeable wristband. Choose your favorite from Polar's selection or use any band with 22 mm spring bars.Your All-In One Training PartnerWhether you're aiming to improve in your favorite sport or love to measure your performance in different sports, Polar Vantage M is always ready to help you.Make the Work VisiblePolar Vantage M helps you quantify your training and see how your workouts strain your body in different ways.Choose From Over 130 SportsWith Polar Vantage M you can customize individual settings for each of your sports.The Perfect Training Platform for the Data-Loving AthletePolar Vantage M works seamlessly with Polar Flow, the online window to your training, sleep and activity. With Polar Flow all your training data is easily available in one place.You can also sync your data to other online sports communities, such as Strava or TrainingPeaks.Plan, Train, AnalyzeYou get an automatic training diary, extensive planning and analysis tools, progress reports and the support of the Polar Flow community.Share Your Data with Your CoachGive your coach access to your training data with the free Polar Flow for Coach service.Feature/HighlightsAdvanced wrist-based heart ratePolar Vantage M tracks heart rate with the Precision Prime sensor fusion technology.Training Load ProQuantify the strain of your training session and see how your training strains your body.Sport profilesPolar Vantage M supports over 130 different sports. Add your favorite sports to your Polar Vantage M in Polar Flow.Swimming metricsFollow your progress in the pool. Polar Vantage M automatically detects your heart rate, swimming style, distance, pace, strokes and rest times. Distance and strokes get tracked also in open water swimming.Phone notificationsStay connected with notifications from your phone. Get alerts for incoming calls, messages, emails, calendar events and more.24/7 activity trackingPolar Vantage M tracks steps, distance, calories and sleep and gives you a personalized activity goal for each day.Additional Smart Coaching FeaturesRunning IndexFind out your running VO2max and follow how your running performance is developing.Running ProgramGet a personal and adaptive training plan that fits you and your goals.Smart CaloriesKnow exactly how many calories you've burned based on your weight, height, age, gender, your individual maximum heart rate (HRmax) and how hard you're training.Training BenefitGet motivating feedback immediately after training describing the effect of the session.Continuous Heart RateGet a comprehensive view on how your heart behaves during your day. Continuous heart rate monitoring gives you even more accurate calorie burn and activity data and tells you the lowest and highest heart rate of your day.Sleep PlusSleeping well will help boost your recovery and performance. Polar Sleep Plus automatically detects the timing, amount, and quality of your sleep.Polar FlowPlan your trainingPlan all your training from individual workouts to full season plans.Analyze your resultsGet to the heart of your performance with the extensive training analysis tools.Share with your coachShare your training data with your coach or PT with the free Polar Flow for Coach service.Get SocialShare your highlights, join groups and let the Polar Flow community help you on your way to your goals.ConnectivityConnect with online sports communities&#149; Strava&#149; TrainingPeaks&#149; MyFitnessPal&#149; Endomondo&#149; Nike+ Run Club

I've worn my Polar Vantage M watch for about two weeks now after having a different brand smart watch, and I'm loving it!  While all the available benefits of aren't intuitive to figure out without studying the manual, the basic ones are easily used out of the box.  The watch looks and works great!  Well worth more than its cost.

Impressive smart watch

Only had it a week but impressed so far by the data tracking both in watch and though Polar Flow app. Screen isn’t as bright as a Apple Watch but I knew that going in reading other reviews. Battery life is far more important to me. I charged three days ago and still have over 50% battery life. That’s wearing it 24 hours a day and using GPS tracking 1-2 hours a day. Would recommend.

Would recommend as a fitness watch

Upgraded to the Vantage M after four-plus great years with an M400.  Took a bit of time to get used to the wrist-based HR monitor.  Watch needs to be snugly strapped to wrist and ideally on a meatier part of the wrist farther up the arm rather than where the wrist and hand meet.  I didn't do this on my first run and got inaccurate HR readings.  But after the adjustment, it's been fine.  I love the ability to change straps easily to any 22mm strap (I've already done that).  Battery life has been much better than expected (2 hour run barely dents the charge).  Still getting the hang of the Cardio Load report (accessible on FLOW app) - I don't think I have enough data to make good use of it yet.
My greatest concern when looking at the specs was the lack of chime/sound for intervals or HIIT but the vibration that replaces the chime is loud and strong.  I can both hear and feel it.  The Vantage V has sound but is also considerable more expensive.  
The one knock I have is that the Vantage series does not sync with the Polar Scale as did earlier models.  However, the workaround is simple - just sync the scale readings to the Flow app on your phone and all your data will be in once place.  
I'm a long-time Polar user and have been impressed by the way they support their products (2-yr warranty) including continuing to produce updates for older products.  There are a slate of updates scheduled for the Vantage series that will add functionality that the brand new Ignite already has.  
In summary, the Vantage M has been everything I had hoped for and the Polar Flow app that you access on your phone/computer is so far superior to everything else the competition offers that Polar is the no-brainer choice for me.