Oregon Scientific SE138 Strap-Free Heart Rate Monitor

I purchased this watch to monitor my heart rate during a pretty intense cardio workout, the workout gets my heart rate up near my max so I wanted to be safe. I also chose this watch because it doesn't require a strap. I received the watch and tried it out the same night I received it. I put it on, and was very happy at first. It took my heart rate within 5 seconds, and I even manually checked my heart rate, and the watch was within a beat accurate. I clicked on the CHRONO function, and took my heart rate and began my workout. Within 5 minutes of working out, I decided to check my heart rate, again the watch still worked great. However, once I started sweating during my workout, the watch stopped reading my heart rate. I couldn't figure it out at first, but then after reading the directions it states right there that the heart rate monitor will not read if the watch is wet. In other words, the watch will work great as long as you don't sweat. So if you are looking for a watch...Read more

I always brief the reviews before a purchase, this particular watch is great for the price. It appears to be advertised for a male, but it fits a female wrist nicely, not bulky. Easy to use, easy to follow instructions, perfect for the user that wants heart-rate plus calorie burn. No chest strap, another bonus. It operates by touching the rim of the watch with two fingers. Overall, great for a beginner as well as upper level exercise enthusiasts.

I'm loving this strap-free heart rate monitor. So many features that I didn't think I would use, but I do. Super accurate heart rates and caloric burn counter. Also, it's not too bad looking. I can wear it almost anywhere as a watch and it's sleek design is pretty stylish.