Polar's latest offering in the sports watch market, the Vantage V3, could be on track to challenge established brands Fitbit and Garmin. Its successor, the Vantage V2, was rolled out in 2020, however, the V3 is now being promoted as a competitive new player for 2023.

The Polar Vantage V3 stands out from the crowd with its advanced biosensor technology, referred to as Polar Elixir. Comparable to other modern smartwatches like the Apple Watch Series 9, the V3 includes an improved fourth-generation optical heart rate monitor and a wrist ECG which together improve heart-rate measurement accuracy.

In addition to these features, the Vantage V3 is equipped with several other innovative biosensing tools. A SpO2 monitor measures blood oxygen levels using pulse oximetry technology, while a nightly skin temperature tool gauges the wearer's body temperature during their sleep. This data is then used by the watch to provide valuable insights about the wearer's sleep and overall well-being.

Yet another specialty of the Vantage V3 is its comprehensive training, recovery, and sleep tracking. It comes with signature Polar features such as Recovery Pro, Nightly Recharge, and Sleep Plus Stages to help monitor a user's health over time and suggest ways to make improvements.

V3's more than 150 in-built sports profiles make it an adaptable sports watch for a variety of activities. Plus, the free Polar Flow app and website lets you analyze different aspects of your physical activity, fitness, and health, set goals, and keep track of daily progress.

The Vantage V3 comes equipped with geographical tracking technology which records accurate location data, useful in challenging conditions such as bad weather or proximity to large buildings. It also offers turn-by-turn guidance and allows the downloading of topographic maps, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.

The Vantage V3 sports an aluminum bezel, robust buttons, and a striking design. It has a wider 1.39-inch AMOLED touchscreen that delivers a sharp display with 462 pixels per inch. It supports standard 22mm wristbands, adding an element of style customization for users. The appealing device is priced at $599 and you can also purchase a bundle of the Vantage V3 and a Polar H10 heart rate monitor for $649.