SIGMA ONYX Balance Heart Rate Monitor Watch
- 9 Functions: Clock, Date, Current HR, Avg HR, Calories, 1 settable target zone with alarm, zone indicator, backlight, stopwatch
- ECG Precise
- Digitally Coded
- Water proof
- Includes handlebar Mount
Product DescriptionSimple to use, focused on only the most important functions, and a new sleek design characterize the new ONYX BALANCE. Striking details make all the difference on this digitally coded heart rate watch. The most notable is the very easy to read display with large figures and the watch’s ease of use thanks to a flexible decorative ring instead of buttons. The programmable training zone and the calorie counter pave the way towards healthy training. Amazon. com Product DescriptionSimple to use, focused on the most important functions and coming in an attractive powder blue shade, Sigma’s Onyx Balance Heart Rate Monitor Watch is the right choice for today’s active women. Striking details make all the difference on this digitally coded heart rate watch. The most notable is the very easy to read display with large figures and the watch’s ease of use thanks to a flexible decorative ring instead of buttons. The programmable training zones and the calorie c. . . More >>
SIGMA ONYX Balance Heart Rate Monitor Watch
Saturday, 30. January 2010 19:38
I bought this and was so please because it had exactly what I wanted and not too much jumble that I didn’t need. After about 2 weeks it stoppped reading my heart rate and would just display a “zero” for the heart rate. It became so frusterating because when there is no heart rate then it stops counting calories too. I’m returning it and finding another hrm.
Rating: 1 / 5
Saturday, 30. January 2010 20:28
Ok so with that said if your a bike rider you might be wary. This moniter is very easy to use with simple programs(read the book)once used to it. I find that I have to dab water onto the monitor before putting it on or will get a heartrate that’s all over the place until sweat gets it wet enough to provide a stable reading.
Rating: 4 / 5
Saturday, 30. January 2010 23:16
I originally looked at Polar heart rate monitors but after much research and advice from others, I choose the Sigma. The Sigma has a coded chest strap (unlike the cheaper Polar models). The batteries are user replaceable with off-the-shelf CR2032 batteries that cost about $2 each. The batteries in the equivalent Polar models have to be replaced by Polar which obviously costs a lot more.
The chest strap connected immediately with the monitor and if comfortable. It was easy to set up user information such as age, weight, etc. Since this model is designed for a woman rather than being unisex, the strap has plenty of adjustment for slim wrists. The handlebar mount was a nice extra although I doubt that I’ll use it. The Sigma is very easy to use. Most people are only interested in current heart rate, calories burned and heart rate zone (high and low). This offers all of those and is cute enough to wear as a daily watch displaying time and date.
After I bought it, I noticed another lady at my gym wearing the same model. She has had hers quite a while and loves it. Since the cheststraps are coded, there was no interference between us.
I really don’t know what else I would want from a heart rate monitor. Anything more would just make it too complicated. If you visit Sigma’s website you can test it for yourself with their on-screen demo. I guess the only thing I’d like to see would be a range of colors other than just black or blue.
Rating: 5 / 5
Sunday, 31. January 2010 0:37
I’ve had this watch for about a month now. It seemed to take it’s time arriving, but once it got here it has been put to use and it is well worth the value.
I read a review about how it was a bit difficult to set, but I did not have a single problem with setting it. I always read the instructions so that may be why it was so easy for me to set, also knowing that this is a German manufactured watch I figured if ever there was a time to read the book, this is it.
I didn’t even read the entire manual, just skipped over to the page that had a break down of what every function was used for, and how to set them and that was it. Took me all of 10 minutes to input my personal data, and the next thing I know, I’m counting calories.
Just in case you don’t know, you must have the heart rate monitor on AND the stopwatch must be going in order for the calorie counter to work. I skipped over that part and was confused for a minute or two, but once I turned the stopwatch on, no worries.
Great watch, more user friendly than I expected it to be, and very durable.
Rating: 5 / 5
Sunday, 31. January 2010 3:10
I love my Sigma HRM. When I asked my husband to help me with a workout plan, he stressed the importance of maintaining the heart rate. After researching several, I chose this one. I really like the calorie counter! It’s a bonus for me. This little jewel has been such a motivator for me.
The chest belt is comfortable and after a while you forget your wearing it. I like to wear mine all day after a workout to watch the calorie counter go up, up, up. The watch itself is a bit bulky for me but it’s not that bad. It’s funny. . my daughter or 3 knows mommy’s going to the gym when she sees my blue watch!
I love this product and would recommend it for anyone who wants to watch their progress!
Rating: 4 / 5