Last updated: September 6, 2024 at 02:19 PM
Summary of Reddit Comments on HRV Monitors
EliteHRV
- Not meant for continuous tracking; suitable for HRV measurements at specific times.
- Comfortably worn around the bicep all day if desired.
- No app for automated tracking, but suitable for manual HRV measurements.
Apple Watch
- Can track HRV frequently when the afib setting is turned on.
- Pairing with apps like Athlytic provides stress and rest insights similar to Whoop.
- Some users returned the Apple Watch due to limited effectiveness.
Oura Ring
- Well-loved by a user, but no further details provided.
Withings Scanwatch
- Intended to start tracking sleeping HRV, not classified as a smartwatch.
Fitbit
- Tracks HRV during sleep, but no proven correlation with AFIB episodes.
Lief
- Provides real-time feedback on HRV changes and guides through breathing exercises.
- FSA eligible and preferred over other devices like Heartmath for stress reduction.
Polar Verity
- Comfortable for 24-hour wear with good data collection capabilities.
- Syncs limited data to Polar Flow and lacks HRV measurement.
Garmin Vivoactive 4S
- Features impressive battery life, Body Battery function, sleep analysis, and stress meter inversely related to HRV.
- Garmin models are known for accuracy and do not require a subscription for data access.
Garmin Vivosmart 5
- Offers heart rate alerts, accuracy, and full data access without subscriptions.
AFAIK HRV Comment
- Mentions doubts about the medical significance of HRV as a health metric and the potential for false data due to inaccuracies in heart rate measurement.
Common HRV Monitors
- EliteHRV for manual HRV tracking at specific times
- Apple Watch for frequent HRV measurements, paired with apps like Athlytic
- Oura Ring for unknown but highly appreciated benefits
- Withings Scanwatch for upcoming sleeping HRV tracking capabilities
- Fitbit for HRV tracking during sleep
- Lief for real-time feedback and stress reduction through breathing exercises
- Polar Verity for comfortable 24-hour wear and good data collection, but lacks HRV measurement
- Garmin Vivoactive 4S for comprehensive features including Body Battery, sleep analysis, and stress meter
- Garmin Vivosmart 5 for heart rate alerts, accuracy, and data access without subscriptions