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
- Remembers recent devices for quick reconnect
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 works with Bluetooth LE sensors that use the standard Heart Rate (0x180D) or Running Speed and Cadence (0x1814) profiles.
Tested Watches
Garmin
Fenix, Venu, Forerunner series
Setup Instructions:
- 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
PACE, APEX, VERTIX series
Setup Instructions:
- 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
Vantage, Grit X, Pacer series
Setup Instructions:
- 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
Suunto 5, 9, Race series
Setup Instructions:
- 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
Galaxy Watch 4, 5, 6, Ultra
Setup Instructions:
- 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 Monitor (Chest Strap)
Examples: Garmin HRM 600 (confirmed with RunHUD), Polar H10, and other chest straps that use the standard Bluetooth Heart Rate service.
Heart rate straps connect instantly without setup.
Running Speed and Cadence (RSC)
Bluetooth foot pods that use the standard Running Speed and Cadence service. (Bluetooth models only. Garmin Foot Pod and Running Dynamics Pod are ANT+ only and do not work with RunHUD.)
RSC sensors provide pace, cadence, and distance data.
Technical Information
Technology Used
RunHUD uses Bluetooth SIG's GATT protocol.
Heart Rate Profile (0x180D)
Real-time heart rate monitoring
Running Speed and Cadence (0x1814)
Speed, pace, cadence, and distance
Compatibility: RunHUD is built on these standard Bluetooth profiles. If a sensor that uses them doesn't connect, email ask@planhub.kr with the model name.