The TomTom Runner Cardio GPS Watch's extra large screen displays a wealth of information pertaining to its user's workout; including pace, distance, training goals, calories burned and so on. The watch's primary method of control employs a large, intuitive, single button interface that facilitates easy access to a range of features and information. Data can be recorded during indoor and outdoor activity, whilst multi-platform compatibility enables the user to export it and subsequently populate a range of compatible apps and devices for analysis. Features: Built-in Heart Rate Monitor - Get accurate heart rate information without the need fora separate chest strap. Train in your optimal Heart Rate Zone - Select a zone to match your training goal and alwaysknow whether you need to speed up or slow down. See real-time running information - See real-time running information at a glance. Track yourdistance, time, pace, speed and calories burnt as you run. Run with an ultra-slim, lightweight watch Navigate menus easily with One-Button Control
Its built-in heart rate monitor gives accurate heart rate information without the need for a separate chest strap. It also features an optimal heart rate zone where you can select a zone to match your training goal and always know whether you need to speed up or slow down. The Runner Cardio has Multi-Platform Compatibility which sync, analyze and share your stats on popular sports sites or apps. Stopwatch and countdown functions helps you keep track of your time. Water-resistant design allows you to track your swim workouts upto 165 feets. Runner Cardio Features: Highly Accurate In-Built Heart Rate Monitor, Five Intensity Zones for Training Purposes, Full Screen Graphics, Multi-Platform Compability, Waterproof up to 165 feet / 5ATM, Up to 8 Hour Battery Life (GPS HR Mode), Real-Time Running Information, Optimal Heart Rate Zone, Sync, Store & Share Stats, Extra-Large Super-Tough Display, Durable & Scratch Resistant, Bluetooth® Smart Connectivity"
The manufacturer commented on the review belowSee comments Check out the reviews on DCRainmakers site to see posts from others with similar complaints.On six total runs, the heart rate monitor only worked twice. Heart rate monitoring was working up to the point I would start sweating...usually mile 2-3, at which point it would stop working. Sometimes it would come back when I repositioned/wiped the sweat away, but it usually didn't. I rea..
I bought a TomTom MultiSport Cardio Performance Bundle to compare side-by-side with my Garmin Forerunner 620. Over the past two weeks, I did several 10K runs indoors and outdoors with both watches on.These are the highlights of my comparison:All the functions of the TomTom Cardio worked just as advertised. This included all the in-watch workout functionality, Bluetooth Smart connection with my Android smartphone and synchronization with third party apps. The watch looked gre..
Initial Impression:Before I purchased this watch, I noticed several mixed reviews, so I was a little hesitant. After 2 weeks, 10 runs and several walks, and a direct comparison (side-by-side) with Garmin Forerunner 910XT with heart monitor (which I own for more than 2 years) these are my initial impressions:1. TomTom clearly picks up the GPS signal faster, sometimes 1 minute before Garmin (usually around 15-30s).Winner: TomTom.2. Garmin and Tomtom give quite simila..
