Apple Watch vs. MyZone chest monitor

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Apple Watch vs. MyZone chest monitor

I have a new Apple Watch SE and the calories burned are low compared to wearing my heart rate monitor. I noticed that this on my spin bike but I also just did a 50 min. workout DVD with Apple Watch that I also did awhile ago with the MyZone strap and the watch shows about half the calories than MyZone. It’s the same work out and I know it felt the same effort as usual and my average heart rate was the same for both so it’s not that it’s reading the heart rate wrong. Also, both MyZone and Apple watch have my age, weight, etc. Thoughts?!

Posted on Jul 16, 2022 4:36 PM

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Bill_T1

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Jul 17, 2022 12:03 PM in response to Val Val

Hi Val Val,

Use Get the most accurate measurements using your Apple Watch for steps to increase the accuracy of Apple Watch measurements. For further questions, visit Get Support to speak with AppleCare support on your concerns.

Regards.

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judysings

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Jul 20, 2022 4:02 PM in response to Val Val

We can't explain the difference in readings between the two devices. However, if you'd like to confirm the Apple Watch is working properly, reach out to Apple for help with this.

Contact Apple for support and service - Apple Support

Take care.

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Val Val Author

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Jul 20, 2022 3:42 PM in response to Bill_T1

Again, wore both devices and this is a big difference in calories, although heart rate is the same readings throughout.. I will read up on how MyZone calculates calories burned.

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