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Product guide

Garmin HRM-600 Heart Rate Monitor, XS-S

Garmin HRM-600 is a rechargeable heart rate monitor in the XS-S size. It sends heart rate and HRV data to compatible devices, records selected workout metrics without a watch, and supports running dynamics when paired with a compatible smartwatch.

At a glance

Records heart rate, calories, speed, distance and more during activities where wearing a watch is not possible, then syncs to Garmin Connect.
Sends HRV and real-time heart rate data to compatible Garmin watches, cycling computers, fitness equipment and apps.
Running dynamics include step speed loss, stride length, vertical oscillation and ground contact time balance, with a compatible smartwatch required.
The listing claims up to two months of battery life and a rechargeable battery.
The selected XS-S size is listed for chest circumferences of 60-85cm.

Price

£112.44Save 25%

Reference price: ~~£149.99~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Onboard workout recording and subsequent phone-app syncing offer a watch-free option for activities such as team sports.
Daily estimated steps, heart rate and calories can sync directly to Garmin Connect.
The strap is described as machine washable and offered in two size ranges.

Technical specifications

15 specifications

Identity
Brand	Garmin
Model	010-13383-01

Power and battery
Battery life listed	2 months

Dimensions and installation
Size	XS-S
Weight listed	2.2 Ounces
Chest circumference	XS-S: Fits chest circumferences 60-85cm (23.5" - 33.5")

Materials and finish
Material listed	Nylon
Colour	Black

Compatibility and tracking
Compatible devices	Smartwatch, Smartphone, Bicycle Computer
Running dynamics	Understand how much you slow down when your foot hits the ground with step speed loss, and improve your running form with additional running dynamics, including stride length, vertical oscillation and ground contact time balance (requires compatible smartwatch)
Workout recording without a watch	During activities where you can’t wear a watch, such as team sports, HRM 600 will record the workout and sync data, including heart rate, calories, speed, distance and more, directly to the Garmin Connect smartphone app
Daily metrics	Tracks daily metrics, including estimated steps, heart rate, calories burned and more, and syncs that data directly to the Garmin Connect smartphone app
Indoor running	For indoor track and treadmill runs, HRM 600 sends pace and distance to your compatible smartwatch
Swimming	Provides and stores accurate heart rate data during swim activities and syncs it to your compatible smartwatch after you save your workout

Strap and fit
Strap care and available sizes	Comfortable machine-washable strap is available in two sizes (XS - S and M–XL) for the most ideal fit for your body type

What to know before buying

Running dynamics require a compatible smartwatch. Indoor pace and distance are sent to a compatible smartwatch, and stored swim heart-rate data syncs after the workout is saved.

What’s in the box

Included

HRM-600
Documentation

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Runners who want additional form metrics and have a compatible smartwatch.
People who need workout recording for activities where they cannot wear a watch.
Buyers whose chest circumference falls within the listed 60-85cm range for this XS-S version.

Less suited to

People needing a standalone display or a monitor that does not depend on compatible devices or Garmin Connect for its listed data workflows.
Buyers whose chest circumference falls outside the listed XS-S range, unless they select the separately listed M-XL size.

Garmin HRM-600 Heart Rate Monitor, XS-S · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 1,535 ratings

5 stars81%81%
4 stars10%10%
3 stars2%2%
2 stars2%2%
1 star5%5%

Customer feedback highlights perceived tracking accuracy, comfort and battery life, while reports of connectivity and reliability are mixed and some customers consider it expensive. For buyers relying on syncing to compatible watches, devices or Garmin Connect, connection concerns matter because those workflows depend on successful data transfer. The overall rating distribution is mostly five-star, but ratings alone do not explain individual experiences.

Positive themes

Customers report positive impressions of tracking accuracy, comfort and battery life.

Mixed feedback

Connectivity feedback is mixed, including reports of slow or unsuccessful connections.
Reliability and value-for-money feedback is mixed, with some customers describing it as expensive.

Frequently asked questions

Can the HRM-600 record a workout without a watch?

The listing says it can record selected workout metrics during activities where a watch cannot be worn, then sync the data directly to the Garmin Connect smartphone app.

Does it provide running dynamics on its own?

The additional running dynamics listed, including stride length and vertical oscillation, require a compatible smartwatch.

What chest size does this XS-S version fit?

The listing gives a chest circumference range of 60-85cm (23.5" - 33.5") for XS-S.

How long is the listed battery life?

The listing claims up to 2 months with a rechargeable battery. It does not specify usage conditions for that estimate.