Polar Verity Sense
Polar Verity Sense is a versatile optical heart rate sensor designed for athletes who want accurate heart rate monitoring without wearing a chest strap.
Wear it comfortably on your arm or attach it to swimming goggles. With Bluetooth®, ANT+, internal memory and multiple training modes, Verity Sense gives you the flexibility to monitor your heart rate in real time or review your training data afterwards.
Key Features
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Optical Heart Rate Monitoring – Track your heart rate using light-based measurement technology.
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Freedom of Movement – Wear the sensor on your arm or use the swimming goggle strap clip.
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Bluetooth® & ANT+ Connectivity – Connect to compatible sports watches, fitness equipment and training applications.
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Dual Bluetooth Connections – Connect to two compatible Bluetooth devices simultaneously.
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Up to 30 Hours of Battery Life – Train longer with a rechargeable battery.
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Built-in Memory – Store up to 600 hours of training data.
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Swimming Mode – Record heart rate, distance and pace during pool swimming.
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Water Resistance WR50 – Suitable for swimming and water-based activities.
Three Training Modes
Heart Rate Mode
Broadcast your heart rate in real time to compatible devices and applications.
Recording Mode
Record your training session directly on the sensor and transfer your data to Polar Flow afterwards.
Swimming Mode
Track your heart rate, swimming distance and pace in the pool.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
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| Measurement method | Optical heart rate |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth® LE, ANT+ |
| Bluetooth connections | Two simultaneous connections |
| Internal memory | 16 MB, up to 600 hours |
| Battery | Rechargeable, 45 mAh |
| Battery life | Up to 30 hours |
| Water resistance | WR50 |
| Dimensions | 30 × 30 × 9.5 mm |
| Sensor weight | 5 g |
| Total weight | 19 g |
| Operating temperature | -20°C to +60°C |
What's Included
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1 × Polar Verity Sense Sensor
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1 × Armband
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1 × Swimming Goggle Strap Clip
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1 × Polar Optical Heart Rate Sensor Charger
Who Is It For?
Polar Verity Sense is ideal for runners, cyclists, swimmers, fitness enthusiasts, coaches and athletes who prefer comfortable optical heart rate monitoring with flexible sensor placement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Polar Verity Sense.
What are the three training modes of Polar Verity Sense?
Polar Verity Sense offers three modes: Heart Rate Mode, Recording Mode and Swimming Mode.
Heart Rate Mode broadcasts your heart rate to compatible devices in real time. Recording Mode stores your workout in the sensor's memory. Swimming Mode records heart rate, distance and pace during pool swimming.
Can I use Polar Verity Sense without my phone?
Yes. In Recording Mode, Verity Sense stores your training data in its internal memory, so you do not need to carry your phone during exercise.
After training, you can synchronize your data with Polar Flow. Initial setup and connection to your Polar Flow account are required.
Can Polar Verity Sense be used for swimming?
Yes. Polar Verity Sense is water-resistant to 50 metres and features a dedicated Swimming Mode.
When attached to swimming goggles using the included clip, the sensor can record heart rate, distance and pace during pool swimming. Distance and pace are calculated using the configured pool length and detected turns.
Where should I wear Polar Verity Sense?
You can wear Polar Verity Sense on your forearm or upper arm using the included armband. The sensor should fit snugly against your skin.
For swimming, the included goggle strap clip allows you to position the sensor against your temple.
Does Polar Verity Sense support Bluetooth and ANT+?
Yes. Polar Verity Sense supports Bluetooth Low Energy and ANT+ connectivity for transmitting heart rate data to compatible sports watches, fitness equipment and training applications.
Can I connect two Bluetooth devices simultaneously?
Yes. Polar Verity Sense supports two simultaneous Bluetooth connections with compatible devices.
How long does the battery last?
Polar Verity Sense provides up to 30 hours of continuous training on a full charge. Battery life depends on usage conditions.
How much training data can Polar Verity Sense store?
The sensor's internal memory can store up to 600 hours of training data. Recorded sessions can be transferred to Polar Flow for analysis.
What is the difference between Polar Verity Sense and Polar H10?
Polar Verity Sense uses optical heart rate measurement and can be worn on the arm or attached to swimming goggles.
Polar H10 uses electrical heart rate measurement with a chest strap. H10 is generally the better choice for tracking rapid heart rate changes during high-intensity intervals, while Verity Sense offers greater flexibility in how it is worn.