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If you need a fitness watch that broadcasts your live heart rate over ANT+, you’ll want a watch with an actual ANT+ heart-rate broadcast mode—not merely one that supports ANT+ sensors.
That distinction matters if you want to send your wrist-based heart rate to a bike computer, indoor cycling trainer, Garmin device, or another ANT+ receiver.
My recommendation is to start with Garmin, but check the specific model carefully: ANT+ sensor compatibility does not automatically mean the watch can broadcast its own heart rate over ANT+.
Best watches to consider
1. Garmin Forerunner 165
Best budget-friendly option
Garmin's official compatibility list includes the Forerunner 165 series for heart-rate broadcasting, including ANT+. A good starting point for everyday fitness and running.