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HR function - proven to be unreliable

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‎11-20-2022 07:35

‎11-20-2022 07:35

I have been conducting a series of tests with this device to test its reliability for measuring my heart rate. 

I’ve used three methods to measure against the Fitbit Charge 5 and found the heart rate is reading well below what it should. I’ve used a fingertip-pulse oximeter, manually counter my heart rate at my radial pulse and used a 4-lead ECG (using a Lifepack 15), and the average difference was 19 bpm’s below what my heart rate really was. This means my calories burned and zones readings have been off for months. I am very disappointed and wish I could get a refund. 

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‎11-20-2022 12:14

‎11-20-2022 12:14

This device sucks. It's unbelievable how grossly inaccurate it is on every measure. 

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