Does Your Gear Play Nice with PulsePacer?

Find out if your device gets along with our app

What Your iOS Device Needs

PulsePacer is built specifically for iPhones, iPads, and iPod Touch devices, and you'll need a few things to get it running smoothly:

  • iOS 16.0 or newer – Older versions might technically work, but you'll miss out on the latest goodies and the smoothest experience.
  • An iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch – If you've got a recent Apple device, you're probably good to go.
  • Bluetooth support – Essential to connect your heart rate monitor without fuss.

Heart Rate Monitors that Work Great with PulsePacer

Generally speaking, any Bluetooth-based heart rate strap or band that sends standard heart rate info should sync up nicely. Here are some fan favorites that we've personally tested:

Wahoo TICKR

  • Chest-strap style heart rate monitor
  • Dual ANT+ & Bluetooth connection
  • Ridiculously good battery (around 500 hours!)
  • Safe in water up to 5 feet deep

Remember, PulsePacer only picks up Bluetooth—ANT+ won't cut it.

Polar H10

  • Chest strap, super precise tracking
  • Bluetooth plus ANT+ compatibility
  • Stores data from one workout session onboard
  • Waterproof, so rain is never an issue

Seriously accurate; ideal if you're hardcore about zone training.

Garmin HRM Dual

  • Reliable chest-based monitor
  • Bluetooth and ANT+ dual connectivity
  • Crazy-long battery life—up to 3.5 years (no joke)
  • Water-resistant, handling sweaty sessions like a champ

Comfortable enough you'll barely know it's there—even during longer runs.

Scosche Rhythm+

  • Forearm optical monitor—no chest strap required
  • Works with Bluetooth and ANT+
  • Battery lasts about 8 hours
  • Waterproof enough to swim with, if that's your thing

Nice and comfortable on the arm—no fussing around mid-run.

MoFit Wearable HR Monitor

  • Simple armband option—comfortable on the arm
  • Bluetooth-enabled
  • Easy to use, 10-hour battery life
  • Handles sweat and rain without issues

If chest straps bug you, this one's a solid alternative.

Plenty of Others

Basically, most Bluetooth heart rate monitors that transmit standard data will play nice, including:

  • CooSpo and similar affordable options
  • Popular Bluetooth HR straps and armbands you probably already own
  • Pretty much any standard Bluetooth HR device that's legit and mainstream

Sorry—These Don't Make the Cut

It's not personal, but a few popular devices won't work because of Bluetooth broadcast limitations:

  • Apple Watch – Doesn't share heart rate data via Bluetooth to other iOS apps (Apple keeps this locked down, unfortunately).
  • Fitbit trackers – They use their own way of communicating, meaning apps like PulsePacer can't access their heart rate info.
  • ANT+ only devices – iOS apps typically don't talk to ANT+ directly without extra hardware. Stick with Bluetooth options instead.

Having Connection Trouble?

Typical Connection Headaches (and Quick Fixes)

  • Your monitor refuses to connect

    First things first—try rebooting your monitor and make sure the battery isn't dead. Simple, but you'd be surprised how often that solves it.

  • Bluetooth connection randomly drops mid-run

    Stick close—within about 10 feet usually—and try avoiding thick clothing or bags that block the signal.

  • Too many devices detected at once

    Gyms and crowded trails can be tricky—just move away from other monitors or temporarily switch them off if possible.

  • Unstable connection mid-run

    Try repositioning your monitor slightly, and if it's a chest strap, make sure it's snug and adjusted properly.

Still stuck? No worries—just shoot us a message with your iOS device and monitor details, and we'll help you get sorted out.

Ready to Run With PulsePacer?

If your gear checks out, why wait? Get PulsePacer today and train smarter with live heart rate zone cues.