Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - HRM 600 - Heart Rate Monitors - XS-S - Black
Average customer rating
4.1
(163 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 163 reviews
5 Stars
99
4 Stars
27
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
10
1 Star
18
Customer Reviews for Garmin - HRM 600 - Heart Rate Monitors - XS-S - Black
Customer Rating
1
Last time using garmin
on December 11, 2025
Posted by: nogarmin
After spending 2 hours today looking for my HRM I realized that this is a constant thing with HR monitors even in the best of times I still probably spend 5-10 minutes a week just looking for my HR monitor and this is time I could spend running so when I am running I kind of expect it to be accurate on treadmills so I can get good running stats and it would also be nice if this device synced easily to my phone and my watch was able to upload activities quickly via garmin connect. Instead I often find myself spending a few minutes making sure my HR monitor is connected to my watch prior to running and then spending more time after a run making sure my runs upload to strava and on top of that garmin wants me to pay extra money for a connect plus subscription? It’s laughable really, I switched to coros six months ago because I wanted better UI and ease of use but realized that coros has subpar maps so I got the HR monitor and powered up my instinct 2 wanting to get back into garmin but after a couple uses I’m already done. Returning this to REI and I guess just going back to running without a strap or watch like we used to back in the old days.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Awesome
on December 10, 2025
Posted by: Homer
Super happy with purchase I will definitely recommend to buy it
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
2
Not overly impressed
on December 8, 2025
Posted by: Roteruder
Bought this HRM 600 with hopes of using my garmin 530 to stream my heart rate live to ensure I stayed in specific zones during training rides, but after more than 6 attempts with my garmin 530 and 10 attempts to use while on trainer streaming to my iPad separately, I have failed to see the data properly. (It so small and insignificant on garmin connect app when it does actually work and I have yet to see it on the data screen on my garmin 530 despite many attempts following garmin instructions) It hasn’t worked for my intended use and I’m disappointed.
If all you need is hindsight heart rate data about a workout you start on your phone and stop after then review it is great otherwise it’s not of any use.
If all you need is hindsight heart rate data about a workout you start on your phone and stop after then review it is great otherwise it’s not of any use.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Replacement for HRM-PRO; a few improvements
on December 1, 2025
Posted by: Tickerguy
This was purchased as a replacement for an HRM-PRO that started to exhibit the same failure mode every Garmin strap I've ever had eventually has -- it posts up heart rate readings at the start of an activity that are literally impossible (e.g. 220) and in a short time, usually within a minute or less, it settles down and then reads correctly. Its not the strap and washing (or lack thereof); the issue goes back to the original "button" design and I suspect its salt contamination that gets past the seals and into the electronics. Usually in 2-3 years it starts doing it and thus I have to replace it.
Anyway, hopefully this one is improved. It has both "open" and "secure" BLE pairing; be aware that if you're on a Fenix it may SAY it didn't connect properly but it in fact did pair -- if that happens to you shut the watch off and turn it back on and it should show up in the sensor list. Once I got past that it works as expected. I do like the charging (buy and use a port cover to reduce the risk of the above fault happening) rather than dry battery and that the strap itself can be detached and washed (and replaced when it wears out); we'll see how that plays over time.
I don't swim nor does the "stand-alone" activity things it can do with the phone mean much to me, but for someone who DOES swim it will obviously matter.
Oh, and the blinky-light, which is otherwise visible under clothing, can be toggled to "off after 2 minutes" if you pair it with Connect and not just the watch, which took me a bit to find and removes the one thing I'd otherwise find very annoying.
Overall thus far (its only been a couple of weeks) its a fitting replacement for the older models.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Compatible
on November 25, 2025
Posted by: Gbb8412
Great heart rate monitor and loads of data. Works with more then just Garmin devices. Also use it with my Apple Iwatch
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Must have add on product!
on November 18, 2025
Posted by: ffironman
I've been using Garmin products for years and this HRM is a must have addition to any compatible watch or bike computer. With the convenience of having a rechargeable battery and continuous tracking, it gives you the comfort to know that you can keep your mind on your race or training rather than worrying if this product isn't tracking your every move. If you're looking for a HRM with the added features the HRM 600 gives than this is the monitor you need to be racing or training with.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
1
Don’t bother
on November 17, 2025
Posted by: JenC
The HRM 600 does not work with Instinct. I spend more time trying to get it to pair then I do using it. Am going to return
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Core Monitor
on November 15, 2025
Posted by: Carlos Star
I like HRM 600 . It connects to my Garmin edge seamlessly and offers reliable and consistent reading during my use. The HRM also offer a great battery life and it is also rechargeable. Connected to Garmin Connect app. You monitor the battery charge remaining on the device after use .
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin