What is RunHUD?
RunHUD connects with Bluetooth sensors (heart rate straps, smartwatches, etc.) to display heart rate, pace, and cadence in real-time with large, clear numbers during your run.
Key Features
- BLE sensor connection and real-time data display
- Heart Rate monitoring
- Pace and Cadence display
- Auto-reconnect to recent devices
Premium Features (Android)
- Background Overlay: Display data even while using other apps
Premium Features (iOS)
- Live Activities: Dynamic Island and Lock Screen widgets
Compatible Devices
RunHUD is compatible with all BLE sensors that follow Bluetooth SIG standard protocols.
Fully Compatible - Smartwatches
Garmin
- Select Virtual Run activity on your watch
- Wait without starting (don't press start button)
- RunHUD app will automatically detect and connect
Note: Some older models require enabling "Settings > Sensors & Accessories > Broadcast Heart Rate"
COROS
- Go to Settings > Sensors > Enable "Broadcast HR"
- Select running mode and start activity
- Connect in RunHUD app
Note: COROS activates broadcast after activity starts
Polar
- Go to Settings > General Settings > Bluetooth
- Enable "Visible to other devices"
- Start running activity
- Connect in RunHUD app
Note: Polar broadcasts heart rate only during activities
Suunto
- Go to Settings > Connectivity > Bluetooth
- Enable "Share HR" or "Broadcast heart rate"
- Start workout
- Connect in RunHUD app
Note: Suunto broadcasts only during workouts
Samsung Galaxy Watch
- Open Samsung Health app
- Start running activity
- BLE broadcast activates automatically
- Connect in RunHUD app
Note: No manual setup required (automatic), broadcasts when activity starts
Apple Watch
⚠️ Not Supported
Apple Watch does not support real-time heart rate BLE broadcast to third-party apps.
Alternatives:
• Use a separate heart rate sensor (Garmin HRM, Polar H10, etc.)
• RunHUD WatchOS app coming soon
Recommended Equipment (Sold Separately)
Heart rate straps connect instantly without setup.
RSC sensors provide pace, cadence, and distance data.
Technical Information
Compatibility: Compatible with all BLE devices that follow the above standard protocols.
Frequently Asked Questions
A. Please check the following:
- Verify broadcast settings are enabled on your smartwatch
- Some watches require starting an activity to activate broadcast
- Check if Bluetooth permissions are granted
- Check if another app is using the sensor
A. Try the following:
- Keep sensor and smartphone close together
- Disable battery saver mode
- Remove background restrictions (Android settings)
- Check sensor battery level
A. RunHUD collects minimal information:
- Free features: No information collected
- Premium features: Only OAuth ID collected (no name, email, etc.)
- Running data stays on your device and is not sent to servers
Contact Us
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out!
- Email: ask@planhub.kr
- Website: runhud.planhub.kr