MOVESENSE Sport sensor tętna, ECG i ruchu

MOVESENSE SPORT – Heart Rate, ECG, and Movement Sensor for Sports, Research, and Wearable Devices

Movesense Sport is a family of compact, programmable sensors designed to measure physiological activity and movement during sports, training, research, and everyday activities. The platform enables simultaneous acquisition of heart rate, R-R intervals, single-channel ECG, and movement data measured by a 9-axis IMU.

Movesense sensors can operate as off-the-shelf measurement devices communicating wirelessly via Bluetooth Low Energy or as a platform for developing custom wearable devices, research applications, and OEM solutions.

An open API and free development tools provide access to raw sensor data and enable the development of custom firmware, mobile apps, and desktop software. Data can be processed locally in the sensor, transmitted in real time, or—depending on the model—stored in the device's memory.

Movesense sensors are designed, tested, and manufactured in Finland. The platform was originally developed by Suunto.

Available Movesense Sport Models

Movesense HR2

The entry-level model in the Movesense Sport family, designed to monitor heart rate, heart rate variability, single-channel ECG, and movement.

BPM heart rate measurement,
R-R interval measurement with 1 ms resolution,
single-channel ECG for non-medical applications,
9-axis IMU module,
3-axis accelerometer,
3-axis gyroscope,
3-axis magnetometer,
standard Bluetooth Heart Rate Service profile,
Bluetooth Low Energy,
3 Mbit/384 kB EEPROM memory,
data can be saved to memory using appropriate firmware,
local data processing capability – Edge Computing,
wireless firmware update via BLE,
replaceable CR2025 battery,
diameter: 36.6 mm,
thickness: 10.6 mm,
weight with battery: approx. 10 g,
waterproof up to 30 m,
Bluetooth 4.2 / 5.0 compatibility,
raw data access,
open API,
custom API creation firmware,
possibility of preparing an OEM/white label version.

Movesense HR+

An enhanced version of the Movesense HR2, equipped with a temperature sensor and a 1-Wire expansion interface.

BPM heart rate measurement,
R-R interval measurement,
single-channel ECG for non-medical applications,
temperature measurement,
9-axis IMU module,
3-axis accelerometer,
3-axis gyroscope,
3-axis magnetometer,
1-Wire interface enabling integration of additional components via the Movesense connector,
Bluetooth Heart Rate Service,
Bluetooth Low Energy,
3 Mbit / 384 kB EEPROM memory,
local data processing capability,
data logging capability using custom firmware,
wireless firmware update,
replaceable CR2025 battery,
diameter: 36.6 mm,
thickness: 10.6 mm,
weight with battery: approx. 10 g,
waterproof up to 30 m,
Bluetooth 4.2 / 5.0 compatibility,
full access to raw data,
open API,
sensor programming capability,
OEM/white label version available.

Movesense Flash

This model is designed primarily for long-term, autonomous data recording without the need for a constant connection to a phone or computer.

Single-channel ECG for non-medical applications,
Heart rate measurement,
R-R interval measurement with 1 ms resolution,
HRV measurement – ​​Heart Rate Variability,
9-axis IMU module,
3-axis accelerometer,
3-axis gyroscope,
3-axis magnetometer,
128 MB Flash memory,
Autonomous data recording without a phone,
Up to approximately 130 hours of single-channel ECG recording,
Up to approximately 7 days of raw movement data recording, depending on configuration,
ECG sampling rate: 125 / 128 / 200 / 250 / 256 / 500 / 512 Hz,
ECG bandwidth: 0.5–40 Hz,
Bluetooth Low Energy,
Bluetooth 5.1,
Local data processing – Edge Computing,
Possibility to install your own algorithms and firmware,
replaceable CR2025 battery,
diameter: 36.6 mm,
thickness: 10.6 mm,
weight with battery: approx. 9.4 g,
water-resistant to 30 m,
data logging capability even in places where Bluetooth transmission is impossible or undesirable,
full access to raw data,
open API,
possibility of preparing an OEM/white label version.

Movement Measurement

The built-in 9-axis IMU system enables three-dimensional movement analysis.

Accelerometer: ±2 / ±4 / ±8 / ±16 g range,
Gyroscope: ±125 / ±245 / ±500 / ±1000 / ±2000°/s range,
Magnetometer,
Linear acceleration measurement,
Angle velocity measurement,
Orientation and direction analysis,
Create custom biomechanical analysis algorithms,
Local data processing directly on the sensor.

Software and Requirements

Dedicated Movesense software is not required for basic heart rate measurement. The HR2 and HR+ sensors use the standard Bluetooth Heart Rate Service profile and can be paired with compatible sports watches, mobile apps, and other devices that support the standard Bluetooth HR profile.

Free Movesense tools are available for using advanced sensor features, such as accessing raw ECG and IMU data, logging data, and creating custom apps.

Movesense Showcase App

Free app designed for basic operation, testing, and data logging.

Platforms: iOS and Android,
Heart rate view,
R-R interval recording,
Single-channel ECG view,
IMU data reading,
Live data streaming,
Data export to CSV and JSON,
Sensor firmware updates,
No programming required for basic use.

Movesense Python Client

A tool designed for research, automation, and creating custom data recording systems.

Windows,
macOS,
Linux,
Python 3.x,
Bluetooth communication,
access to physiological and movement data,
ability to save data to CSV,
ability to integrate data with your own analytical environment,
open source solution.

Movesense Python Datalogger

A tool designed primarily for managing the Movesense Flash model memory.

Windows,
macOS,
Linux,
configuration of autonomous data recording,
starting and stopping recording,
selection of recorded parameters,
downloading recorded data,
ability to automate measurements,
especially useful during long-term research and field measurements.

Movesense Datalogger Sample App

An Android application that allows you to control autonomous data recording, especially in the Movesense Flash model.

Starting and stopping recording,
Selecting measurement parameters,
Downloading data from the sensor's memory,
Supporting recording without the need for a continuous Bluetooth connection.

Developer Tools

The Movesense platform provides a free environment for developing your own software.

Movesense Device API,
REST-like API,
C++,
GCC open source toolchain,
Android libraries,
iOS libraries,
Flutter Plugin,
.NET MAUI Plugin,
Unity3D Plugin,
Python,
Sample source code,
PC sensor simulator,
OTA over-the-air updates,
Option to create your own firmware.

A license for the basic Movesense development tools is available at no additional cost.

How to use

Depending on the measurement type, the sensor can be mounted using various accessories.

elastic chest strap – heart rate and ECG measurement,
electrodes/mounting solutions for ECG measurement,
wrist strap – movement analysis,
clothing clip,
surface mount,
sensor can be integrated with clothing,
can be integrated with sports equipment,
can be used with your own wearable devices.

Mounting accessories are available separately.

Applications

Movesense Sport can be used for:

monitoring heart rate during training,
analyzing HRV (heart rate variability),
recording R-R intervals,
non-clinical single-channel ECG measurement,
analyzing athlete movement,
monitoring parameters during running,
analyzing movement biomechanics,
analyzing training load,
physical activity research,
laboratory and field studies,
multi-hour recording of physiological parameters,
recording parameters during activity without a phone – Movesense Flash,
creating custom wearable devices,
building prototypes of sports products,
integrating the sensor with sportswear,
integrating the sensor with equipment and accessories,
creating fitness and wellness applications,
creating athlete monitoring systems,
R&D projects,
human performance research,
biomechanical research,
military and field applications requiring autonomous data recording – especially Movesense Flash,
OEM projects and white label products.

Choosing a Model

Movesense HR2 – the best choice for basic heart rate, HRV, ECG, and movement monitoring, as well as a cost-effective platform for creating your own solutions.

Movesense HR+ – recommended when, in addition to the HR2's functionality, temperature measurement is required or the ability to use additional components via a 1-Wire interface is required.

Movesense Flash – designed for applications requiring long-term, autonomous ECG and movement recording without a constant connection to a smartphone or computer.

Important Information

Movesense Sport is a family of sensors designed for sports, wellness, research, and development applications. ECG measurement in Movesense Sport models is non-medical.

For clinical and medical applications, the manufacturer offers a separate Movesense MD sensor, certified as a Class IIa medical device according to MDR 2017/745.