So weve waited a few years for its successor and Polar has rewarded that wait with some big features.
Its also adding offline maps and dual-frequency GPS to deliver more accurate outdoor data.
It’s meriting an inclusion in ourbest running watchguide.
Its also got heavier, jumping from 52g to 57g.
Those changes ultimately dont alter the experience of strapping the V3 on.
What is nicely responsive is the software running on the V3.
Its slick, doesnt lag and is a massive improvement on the experience of interacting with its predecessor.
Its now also adding free offline maps to join the existing turn-by-turn guidance offered by the Komoot app support.
The added AMOLED screen and boost in CPU performance certainly makes these features much nicer to use day-to-day.
Mapped routes inside the Polar Flow app didnt raise any alarms either.
Despite delivering good core swim data, I cant say I saw anything particularly groundbreaking here.
If in doubt, pair up an external heart rate monitor.
I found the Vantage V3 could last a week with regular tracking using the top GPS accuracy mode.
Polar Vantage V3: Scorecard
Polar Vantage V3: Should I buy?
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