Wellness

Fitness Trackers Reviews

Kendra Bean
Kendra Bean27 Dec 2022
Best Fitness Trackers
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Fitbit Charge 5: Best Overall
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Amazon Halo View: Best for Budget
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Garmin Vivoactive 4s: Best for Accuracy
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Garmin Instinct Solar Rugged: Best for Durability
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Coros Apex: Best for Battery Life
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Fitness Trackers Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Can I Rely On My Fitness Tracker to Track My Medical Condition?
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What About Apple Watches?
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What Are Other Things I Should Look For In a Fitness Tracker?
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Bottom Line
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Multiple types of fitness trackers are available on the market, all with distinct features, functionality, price, and much more. Choosing the right watch for you, or wrapping it as a Christmas present, can be confusing, but we are Mira here to break down your best options when shopping for one.

Best Fitness Trackers

The first ever fitness tracker emerged in 1965, and the world has not looked back. There are dozens of options for you, and you should consider your preferences when selecting. We looked at multiple models of each fitness tracker brand. We assessed their price point, durability, accuracy, and battery life, among other features. The table below outlines some of the best trackers we found during our research, organizing them by price and listing essential functions.

Fitness Tracker

Price

Key Functions

Amazon Halo View$35
  • Battery life of up to 1 week
  • Budget Friendly
  • Measures SpO2 (Oxygen Saturation)
Fitbit Charge 5$130
  • Battery Life of 7 days or 5 hours with GPS
  • Water Resistant up to 50 m
  • Sleep tracker
Garmin Vivoactive 4s$160
  • Battery life of 8 days or 15 hours with GPS
  • Smartphone and Bluetooth Capabilities
  • Sleep Tracker
Garmin Instinct Solar Rugged $159
  • Battery life of 30 hours to 68 days
  • Solar Powered
Coros Apex$300
  • Ultra-durable battery life of 24 days or 24 hours with GPS
  • Water resistant up to 328ft
  • Sleep tracker

Fitbit Charge 5: Best Overall

Source: Fitbit.com 

We ranked the Fitbit Charge 5 as the best overall for many reasons. Fitbit's newest model includes features usually only found on the more expensive trackers, making the Fitbit Charge 5 a great deal. Garmin may have an edge in fitness accuracy. Still, Fitbit makes up for that with its sleep-tracking accuracy and stylish design. This watch can be bought online or in the store for prices ranging from $130-$179. It has a battery life of 7 days when just in watch mode and 5 hours in GPS mode. Below we've outlined the main pros and cons of the Fitbit Charge 5.

Pros

Cons

  • Built-in GPS
  • ECG Monitor
  • Bright display that’s easy to read in direct sunlight
  • Minimal buttons decreased usability
  • Need to purchase an additional monthly membership for full watch use
  • Small screen
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Kendra Bean

Kendra Bean is from Maui, Hawaiʻi. She is currently enrolled at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, specializing in Epidemiology. She is passionate about improving health literacy and access to care, specifically in rural areas.

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