# WATCH LINK Heart Rate App — Connect iWatch to Nordictrack

> Broadcast Apple Watch heart rate to smart fitness equipment. (iPhone/iPad app by Bred Ventures Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watch-link-heart-rate-app/id1492937549 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Bred Ventures Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/897222461)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 153 App Store ratings · 106 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.1 · 86 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-10-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-20
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watch-link-heart-rate-app/id1492937549/reviews.md

## What is WATCH LINK Heart Rate App?

Turn your Apple Watch into a connectable heart rate monitor! 

Broadcast your Apple Watch heart rate directly to smart equipment consoles. Connect to bikes, treadmills, rowers, and more from brands you know and love: Peloton®, Woodway®, Garmin®, Wahoo®, Hydrow®, Concept2®.
 
The WATCH LINK® Pod enables you to stream heart rate from your Apple Watch to any ANT+ compatible bike computer. 
The WATCH LINK® USB enables you to stream heart rate from your Apple Watch to any ANT+ or Bluetooth-compatible equipment.
 
*IMPORTANT INFORMATION*
The Watch Link app requires a  WATCH LINK® device. Visit watchlink.app to learn more. 
 
Connect a WATCH LINK® to the app easily with step-by-step instructions. Once connected, your Apple Watch can stream heart rate to your workout gear. 
   
Enable 'Save to Health/Activity' in the app to fill your rings!

APPLE WATCH REQUIRED
This app requires a connected Apple Watch to function properly. 
Requires Apple watch series 3 or later.

## Key features

- Broadcast Apple Watch heart rate
- Connect to smart fitness equipment
- Supports Peloton, Garmin, Wahoo, and more
- Stream to ANT+ compatible devices
- Stream to Bluetooth compatible devices
- Save heart rate to Health/Activity

## What do users think of WATCH LINK Heart Rate App?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Seamless integration with Apple Watch
- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 💯 Excellent customer service
- 🔋 Long battery life
- 🔒 Reliable connectivity

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional connection issues
- 🔍 Unclear setup instructions
- 🔄 Inconsistent performance after updates

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on latest iOS version
- Disconnects during workouts

**Most requested features**

- Customizable app interface
- Compatibility with more fitness equipment
- Ability to use Apple Watch workout app in background

## Recent user reviews (10 of 106)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watch-link-heart-rate-app/id1492937549/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Great when it works

*2026-04-05*

I've had both the usb and pod for a few years, and while the usb is reliable, the pod being used with a Karoo bike computer became highly unreliable. It would often never connect even after restarting the app, restarting the bike computer, connect from my watch, connect from my
phone, reconnecting to the Karoo, or it would just come in and out of connection through the ride if it did connect initially. After reaching out to support, they said it might be too far from the head unit, which ignores the fact it worked reliably for a long time, and also curious they'd sell something potentially unable to hold a connection regardless of where it's stored on a bike. After so much troubleshooting, too many rides without heart rate data, and support unwilling to resolve it.. i'm done. I get there's a lot of complexity trying to get all these proprietary connections to play nice together, but at some point it's just not worth it if it doesn't work reliably.

### 5/5 — Love it!

*2026-03-09*

I went from a Garmin watch to an Apple Watch.  I hated the Garmin but started sweating when I realized it was no easy feat to get my heart rate incorporated into my Garmin Edge cycling workouts.  The Watch Link is great.  I put a rubber band through the little handle on the POD and keep it attached to my Edge when in the house so I don’t misplace it.  I toss it in my handlebar bag when riding.  I just have to start a Watch Link workout on my watch and I’m good to go.

### 3/5 — 업데이트후

*2026-01-06*

업데이트후 애플워치9 + igs630 심박 안나옴

### 5/5 — Best App for NordicTrack Rower & Treadmill

*2025-11-05, version 1.54.4*

I have the RW900 Rower and Commercial 2450 Treadmill.  This app and USB are the best solution if you’re looking for an easy, foolproof way to connect your iWatch to your equipment.

### 3/5 — Not working on IOS 26

*2025-09-21, version 1.54.3*

Unfortunately, the app on the Watch is no longer working after updating to iOS 26. It crashes right away.  It would be greatly appreciated if you could fix this issue.

### 5/5 — Broadcasts Apple Watch heart rate to bike computer

*2025-06-21*

This amazing app meets a real need for Apple Watch wearing cyclists. This app and the associated pod allow the Apple Watch to send heart rate data to a bike computer in real time. With this solution, I no longer have to wear a chest strap or a Garmin watch to read heart rate data on the Garmin Edge 530 bike computer. The Watch Link app also sends cycling activity to Apple Health so the activity shows up in your activity ring totals.

**Developer response:** Thank you for your review! Glad the app is working well for you with your Garmin Edge bike computer.  We love user feedback. Reach out to us at support@pkfitness.com.

### 5/5 — Reliably transmits Apple Watch heart rate

*2025-05-23*

I can now use my Apple watch for both outdoor cycling, and indoor cycling with Zwift.  This effortlessly connects my Apple Watch heart rate to my Garmin 840 bicycle computer for outdoor rides.  I have done 50 mile rides and it barely dented the watch and phone battery capacity. It also makes connections to Zwift super easy, as the Zwift workaround is flaky. I could not be happier with this after trying some other similar products that were not consistent in their connections.

**Developer response:** Thank you for taking the time to review the app! Great to hear it is working well for you for both indoor Zwift and outdoor Garmin rides. We love feedback, reach out to us at support@pkfitness.com

### 5/5 — Love my Watch Link

*2025-04-24, version 1.50.13*

I have been looking for an alternative to a chest strap for my Garmin cycling computer.  Watch Link does the trick - I can simply use my Apple Watch as my heart sensor. It works great and is definitely more comfortable especially on longer rides.

### 4/5 — Brian

*2025-04-12, version 1.50.13*

Great app but missing a few audio prompts

### 4/5 — Good but not perfect

*2025-02-05*

I had a lot of connection problems with Apple Watch to iPhone HR apps to link heart rate data to my head unit. Watch Link Pod gives me a solid connection when I clip the pod to my bib strap near my chest. The pod doesn’t work as consistently when I put it in my jersey pocket though. I’ve only been using the Watch Link Pod for a week so no long term opinion yet.

1 Month Update: I’m very happy with the Watch Link Pod so far. I’ve done about a dozen rides now without noticing any disconnections or significant inaccuracy in tracking my heart rate. I often take a coffee break during my rides and leave my head unit (Wahoo ELEMNT Bolt V2) on and the Watch Link app running on my Apple Watch and the heart rate data resumes fine even if I’ve gone out of range of the head unit during the break. I don’t notice any significant battery drain on the Apple Watch when running the Watch Link app. I can’t review battery life or durability of the Watch Link Pod yet since I haven’t had it long enough.

**Developer response:** Appreciate the review. Usually the Pod does well as long as it is in front of your body. Putting the Pod in a jersey back pocket usually doesn't work well since it connects over Bluetooth/ANT+ which don't do well through a body. 

Reach out to us at support@pkfitness.com if you having trouble.

## Frequently asked questions about WATCH LINK Heart Rate App

### What does the WATCH LINK Heart Rate App do?

This app enables your Apple Watch to broadcast its heart rate data to compatible smart fitness equipment. You can connect to treadmills, bikes, rowers, and other machines from popular brands, allowing your workout gear to display your real-time heart rate.

### What equipment is compatible with this app?

The app supports connection to a wide range of smart equipment consoles, including those from Peloton®, Woodway®, Garmin®, Wahoo®, Hydrow®, and Concept2®. It can stream heart rate to ANT+ and Bluetooth-compatible devices.

### Do I need to buy anything else to use this app?

Yes, this app requires a separate WATCH LINK® device (either the Pod or USB) to function. The app itself facilitates the connection and streaming of heart rate data from your Apple Watch to your workout gear once the WATCH LINK device is set up.

### What are the requirements to use this app?

You need an Apple Watch, specifically Series 3 or later, to use this application. The app also requires a connected WATCH LINK® device and the app itself to stream your heart rate to compatible fitness equipment.

### Can this app save my workout data?

Yes, you can enable the 'Save to Health/Activity' option within the app. This feature allows your streamed heart rate data to be saved to your Apple Health and Activity rings, contributing to your fitness tracking goals.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.57.3 — 2026-01-10

- Fixed a WatchLink Pod connection bug from the last update

### 1.57.2 — 2026-01-04

Added a warning when the Bluetooth is not enabled for the app on the iPhone.
When the Bluetooth is not enabled in the Privacy settings on the iPhone, the app will not be able to connect to the device.

### 1.54.4 — 2025-09-23

Bug fixes

### 1.54.3 — 2025-06-13

Removed the reporting of splits that may have been causing a freezing bug. Splits are still reported as part of the workout saved to Apple Health.

### 1.54.2 — 2025-06-06

Fixed a bug causing heart rate to fail to pass to some devices when using the Pod.

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