Skip to content

ECG Heart Rate Calculator

Health
0.0(0)

Determines heart rate from an electrocardiogram (ECG) strip by measuring the number of large squares between R waves.

How To Use

How to use this calculator

Start with your values, or try a preset.

Step 1

Enter Number of Large Squares Between R Waves in the units shown.

Step 2

Read Heart Rate (beats per minute) in the results panel. Results update as you change the inputs.

Step 3

Choose a preset to load an example, then adjust the values for your situation.

Worked Examples

Example calculations

See the inputs and their calculated results.

Normal Sinus Rhythm

Number of Large Squares Between R Waves: 1 squares

Heart Rate (beats per minute): 300 bpm

Sinus Bradycardia

Number of Large Squares Between R Waves: 2 squares

Heart Rate (beats per minute): 150 bpm

Sinus Tachycardia

Number of Large Squares Between R Waves: 0.5 squares

Heart Rate (beats per minute): 600 bpm

Explore the topic

Explore More Health Calculators

Explore practical health calculators for BMI, due dates, age tracking, calorie planning, and other everyday estimates.

Explore tools
People Also Calculate

Related Calculators

Continue with another tool on a related topic.

Important

Use the result as an estimate and confirm any medical decisions with a qualified professional.