Polar had to make the Vantage V3. Fitness rivals have spent recent years adding AMOLED displays, new sensors for sleep tracking, maps, and other "mainstream" smartwatch tools. Meanwhile, dual-band GPS has become a near-necessity for fitness watches at all prices. Polar needed to bring these features to a flagship watch to keep its loyal fans satisfied.
Your attitude towards the Polar Vantage V3 will vary based on whether or not you're a long-time Polar user. You may already have a running watch with some of these features, or perhaps you've used a GPS-only MIP watch for years and have to decide whether or not the Vantage V3 offers enough for you to upgrade.
