Top 20 best smart watches and fitness trackers 2017
Contents
- 1 The contents
- 2 Xiaomi Mi Band 2
- 3 Samsung Charm
- 4 Withings Go
- 5 Fitbit Flex 2
- 6 Moov Now
- 7 Misfit Ray
- 8 Fitbit Charge 2
- 9 Fitbit Blaze
- 10 Xiaomi AmazFit
- 11 Samsung Gear Fit2
- 12 Withings Steel HR
- 13 Garmin Vivosmart HR+
- 14 Microsoft Band 2
- 15 Garmin Vivoactive HR
- 16 Motorola Moto 360 Sport
- 17 ASUS ZenWatch 3
- 18 TomTom Touch
- 19 Samsung Gear S3 Frontier
- 20 Apple Watch 38mm Sport Series 2 Band
- 21 Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire HR
Wearable gadgets are every day gaining in popularity. And it’s not only in fashion and following the trend trends (although, of course, without it anywhere). Fitness gadgets and smart watches in the modern world is literally relevant to every person, regardless of gender, age and occupation.
There is a perception that if a sport is not engaged, then the devices are not needed. Why count the distance traveled, burned incredible difficulty calories and other fitness data, if you’re not going to get gerlowski muscles or wasp waist?
But the function of such devices is much wider than a normal pedometer that can be easily and on your smartphone to install. And if the model fitness trackers entry-level only know how to measure the distance, pace and calories burned, the gadgets of a higher order can significantly more.
They read the pulse, monitor the activity throughout the day and quality of sleep, can give advice and detailed instructions to achieve the new goals, even help you to adjust the diet or to accept an incoming call. Agree that such “ammunition” functions are good not only for athletes in training, but also for ordinary citizens who pay attention to their health and overall well-being.
Each smart device has a unique set of features, intended for different purposes and has different price categories. And to understand in detail what the market offers today fitness bracelets, we have gathered the most successful models from different manufacturers, and literally laid them on the shelves and budget.
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The contents
- Xiaomi Mi Band 2.
- Samsung Charm.
- Withings Go.
- Fitbit Flex 2.
- Moov Now.
- Misfit Ray.
- Fitbit Charge 2.
- Fitbit Blaze.
- Xiaomi AmazFit.
- Samsung Gear Fit2.
- Withings Steel HR.
- Garmin Vivosmart HR+.
- Microsoft Band 2.
- Garmin Vivoactive HR.
- Motorola Moto 360 Sport.
- ASUS ZenWatch 3.
- TomTom Touch.
- Samsung Gear S3 Frontier.
- Apple Watch 38mm Sport Series 2 Band.
- Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire HR.
Xiaomi Mi Band 2
Fitness bracelet Mi Band 2 from Xiaomi is a superior tracker the second generation, which, unlike its predecessor, has got a small screen. For ease of control provided by the touch button, clicking on which displays the time and all collected by the tracker information.
The new energy-efficient internals and a battery with increased capacity, which allows the use of Mi Band 2 up to 20 days on a single charge.
- Compatibility – Android 4.4, iOS 7.0
- Embedded operating system – no
- Display at 0.42-inch monochrome OLED
- Function, sleep monitoring, calorie counter and steps unlock smartphone
- Notifications – calls, messages, applications, e-mail, calendar
- Heart rate monitor – Yes
- Sensors – ADI-accelerometer
- Moisture protection – IP67
- Weight – 7 g
- Strap – silicone, multiple colors
- Autonomy – up to 20 days
- Price – 699 UAH*
Samsung Charm
Samsung Charm is a basic fitness tracker, the emphasis in which the manufacturer did not the functionality, and appearance. The model is designed for the beautiful half, so got a sleek design and unprecedented “gravity” — weight Samsung Charm is only 3 g.
Despite the fact that the device looks very stylish and is almost not felt on the hand, ample opportunities can not boast. The bracelet is designed only for counting steps, distance walked and calories burned.
- Compatibility – Android 4.4 and above
- Embedded operating system — no
- Display – LEDs, 3 colors
- Function, pedometer, distance travelled, calorie counter
- Notifications – messages, calls, social network
- Moisture – no
- Heart rate monitor – no
- Sensors – accelerometer
- Weight – 3 g
- Strap – silicone, 3 colors
- The autonomy is about 2 weeks
- Price – 699 UAH*
Withings Go
Withings Go — one of the brightest representatives of the initial models of trackers in a series of well-known manufacturer of fitness gadgets. The main feature of the device was a record autonomy and well readable E-Ink screen with graphical display of current activity. Go can be worn not only as bracelet, but also as a keychain that you can attach to clothing or hang on the keys.
Fitness wristband tracks not just running and walking, but also swimming, and does it automatically. In addition to the standard set of counting steps, distance and calories burned, the gadget analyzes your sleep and displays your stats right on their smartphone.
- Compatibility – Android 4.3, iOS 7.0
- Embedded operating system — no
- Display – E-Ink diagonal 1,1″
- Function, sleep monitoring, calories, steps, swimming
- Notice – no
- Moisture – WR50
- Heart rate monitor – no
- Sensors – accelerometer
- Weight – 9 g
- Strap – silicone, assorted colors
- Autonomy – up to 8 months
- Price – 2 UAH 299*
Fitbit Flex 2
The main advantage of Fitbit Flex 2 — compactness and the ability to wear it as traditionally (bracelet), and in the form of clips. The functionality of Flex 2 is similar to the Withings Go — tracker will automatically recognize the types of activity and also allows you to swim in the pool.
The gadget syncs with a proprietary Fitbit app, which provides a lot of statistics, and compete with your friends in the fitness achievements.
- Compatibility – Android 4.3, iOS 7.0, Windows 10, OS X 10.6
- Embedded operating system — no
- Display – LED indicators
- Functions – clock, pedometer, distance traveled and floors, swimming, calories, sleep
- Notifications – calls, messages, e-mail
- Moisture – WR50
- Heart rate monitor – no
- Sensor – accelerometer
- Weight – 25 g
- Straps – silicone, 4 colors
- Autonomy – up to 5 days
- The price is about UAH 2 599*
Moov Now
The Moov tracker is Now involved dematiaceous sensor Omni Motion, thereby to achieve high precision measurements and the monitoring of such activities as running, swimming, Cycling and even Boxing. The bracelet can be fastened on the wrist or ankle. You can also use two bracelets at the same time, which is useful, for example, in Boxing.
Another feature of Moov Now is a virtual trainer. In the app on available voice and visual guidance – it is only necessary to specify the physical parameters and to choose the type of exercise.
- Compatibility – Android 4.4, iOS 8.0
- Embedded operating system — no
- Display – one led
- Function, voice coach, running, swimming, Biking, Boxing
- Notice – no
- Moisture – up to 3 meters
- Heart rate monitor – no
- Sensors – accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer
- Weight – 6 g
- Strap – silicone, one color
- Autonomy – up to 6 months
- Price – 2 UAH 599*
Misfit Ray
The device boasts a non-standard for fitness gadgets elegant design Misfit Ray is represented by a cylinder of aircraft-grade aluminum for an elegant strap is made of silicone or leather. Appearance makes it an attractive accessory for girls.
Despite the lack of screen Misfit Ray can not only count steps but also to keep track of running, swimming, yoga and Cycling. In addition, the tracker will remind you when it’s time to move, watch the quality of sleep and will report the incoming call or message. The model is presented in two versions: a classic charm bracelet or pendant in the pendant.
- Compatibility – Android 4.3, iOS 7.0
- Embedded operating system – no
- Display – LED indicator, 4 colors
- Function, pedometer, distance, calories, sleep, camera control
- Notifications – calls and messages
- Moisture – WR50
- Heart rate monitor – no
- Sensors – accelerometer
- Smart alarm – no
- Weight – 8 g
- Straps or silicone skin, 4 colors
- Autonomy – up to 6 months
- Price 2 999 UAH*
Fitbit Charge 2
Line Charge 2 from Fitbit — this is an updated version of the advanced series Charge HR, but with a large and convenient OLED display that shows heart rate and data on the current level of activity. By the way, the pulse Charge 2 measures constantly, regardless of activities.
The device can track running, Cycling, training on simulators, and also supports the mode multimediawiki. The bracelet has a function of “guide to the breath”, literally helping take a breath after an intense workout.
- Compatibility – Android 4.3, iOS 7.0, Windows 10, OS X
- Embedded operating system – no
- Display – touch OLED
- Features – pedometer, run, Bicycle, exercise equipment, distance traveled, calories burned, sleep
- Notifications – calls, messages, calendar, instant messaging
- Moisture – WR20
- Heart rate monitor – Yes
- GPS – no, it is possible to use the module smartphone
- Sensors – accelerometer, altimeter
- Weight – 37 grams
- Straps – silicone, leather (multiple colors)
- Autonomy – up to 5 days
- Price – about 3 599 UAH*
Fitbit Blaze
The first smart watch Fitbit Blaze attractive not only for its functionality, and universal design. They can be worn under suits and sports uniforms or casual dress.
The main advantage of the gadget for athletes was constant monitoring of pulse and the presence of a virtual coach. Watch track multi-sport workouts (which includes tennis, running, yoga and Cycling), show incoming notifications, control the quality of sleep and can control the music playback on the smartphone.
- Compatibility – Android 4.3, iOS 7.0, Windows 10, OS X 10.6
- Embedded operating system – no
- Display – touch LCD
- Function, pedometer, distance, and floors, Bicycle, exercise equipment, calories, sleep
- Notifications – calls, messages, social networking
- Moisture from splashing, rain and sweat
- Heart rate monitor – Yes
- Sensors – accelerometer, altimeter, ambient light sensor
- Weight – 44 g
- The straps have silicone or leather, several colours
- Autonomy – about a week
- Price – 3 UAH 802 *
Xiaomi AmazFit
Xiaomi AmazFit become the first smartwatch, released a subsidiary brand Xiaomi – Huami. Despite the relatively affordable price tag, the gadget is a full-fledged fitness tracker in a ceramic package, running on OS Android Wear, with a protective glass Gorilla glass, a heart rate monitor and GPS tracking. The list of monitored activity is not limited to walking, running, and Cycling.
Using the touch screen AmazFit not only displays notifications, but also allows you to work with them. Also, the device may become portable and wireless mp3 player, if the pre-load in memory the music (available 4 GB) and connect Bluetooth headphones
- Compatibility – Android 4.4, iOS 7.0
- Built-in OS – Android
- Display of 1.34-inch OLED with a resolution of 320×300
- Function, sleep monitoring, calorie counting, pedometer, weather, compass, mp3 player
- Notifications – calls, messages, third-party applications
- Moisture protection – IP67
- Heart rate monitor – Yes
- GPS – Yes
- Sensors – accelerometer, magnetometer
- Weight – 54 g
- Strap – silicone, 2 colors
- Autonomy – up to 5 days (in active mode – 2-3 days)
- Price – 4 499 UAH*
Samsung Gear Fit2
Samsung Gear Fit2 became the second version of the tracker Samsung, functionality of which the company has live up to the level of a good smart watch. The first thing that catches the eye in Gear Fit2, it’s curved SuperAMOLED display, which occupies almost the entire front panel of the gadget.
Displays information read built-in sensors – a heart rate monitor, barometer, gyroscope and GPS. Gear Fit2 will also delight the user connecting to Wi-Fi and 2GB internal storage for music tracks.
- Compatibility – Android 4.4
- Embedded operating system – Tizen
- Display – AMOLED touchscreen of 1.5″, 216×432
- Function, pedometer, distance traveled, bike, elliptical and rowing machines, calories, sleep
- Notifications – calls, messages, social networks, calendar
- Waterproof level – IP68
- Heart rate monitor – Yes
- GPS – Yes
- Sensors – accelerometer, gyro, barometer
- Weight – 30 g
- Straps – rubber, 3 colors
- Autonomy – 2-3 days
- Price – 4 999 UAH*
Withings Steel HR
Withings Steel HR will appeal to fans of classics. The device looks like a simple analog watch, but has all the functions of a fitness band. The screen features E-Ink display, which shows the indicators of activity and notifications from your smartphone. Largely due to this type of display achieves a high degree of autonomy – in Steel HR it is almost a month.
Smart functions in the model, not so much, but the watch comes with a heart rate monitor and accelerometer that allows you to record the number of steps, distance traveled and sleep, while monitoring your heart rate.
- Compatibility – iOS, Android
- Embedded operating system – no
- Display – E-Ink
- Features – steps, distance, swimming, calories, sleep
- Notifications – calls, messages, reminders
- Moisture – WR50
- Heart rate monitor – Yes
- GPS – no
- Sensors – accelerometer
- Weight 39 g
- Straps – silicone, one color
- Autonomy up to 25 days to five days in training mode
- Price – 5 300 UAH*
Garmin Vivosmart HR+
The perfect hybrid of smart watch and fitness tracker Garmin Vivosmart HR+ equipped with a continuously operating pulse monitor and GPS. The device features high accuracy and reliable quality software from Garmin toppings.
The pulse is monitored around the clock (at rest – every 10 minutes during exercise – every minute), in spite of this, the battery is spent very sparingly. Another advantage of the tracker from Garmin is app Garmin Connect, which provides detailed statistics of all exercises.
- Compatibility – Android 4.3, iOS 8.0, Windows Phone, Windows, OS X 10.6
- Embedded operating system – no
- Display – monochrome, of 1.08″, 160×68
- Functions – steps, floors, distance, calories, sleep, activity
- Notifications – calls, messages, social networks, calendar
- Moisture – WR50
- Heart rate monitor – Yes
- GPS – Yes
- Sensors – accelerometer, altimeter
- Weight – 31 g
- Straps – silicone, 3 colors
- Autonomy – up to 5 days
- Price – 6 300 UAH*
Microsoft Band 2
Band 2 is the second generation of fitness bracelet Microsoft with stunning ergonomics. She secured a curved display and battery in the strap, which is located near the clasp and plays the role of a counterweight.
The device is equipped with many sensors (which includes even a gyroscope, the sensor of sweat and UV radiation) that is constantly reading activity and related metrics. The display shows not only receive data, but also notice with whom you can fully interact. This tracker is good for those who are keen on sports, but not professionally.
- Compatibility – Android 4.4, iOS 8.1.2, Windows Phone 8.1
- Embedded operating system – no
- Display of 1.36 inch touch-screen AMOLED with a resolution of 320×128
- Function – a virtual coach, pedometer, distance, calories, sleep, General activity
- Notifications – calls, messages, e-mail, calendar
- Moisture – WR20
- Heart rate monitor – Yes
- GPS – Yes
- Sensors – accelerometer, gyroscope, compass, thermometer, light sensor and UV radiation sensor of sweat barometer
- Weight – 59 g
- Straps – silicone, one color
- Autonomy – up to 2 days
- The price – UAH 7 099*
Garmin Vivoactive HR
Vivoactive HR refers to the professional trackers with GPS and heart rate monitor continuous operation, is between a fitness bracelet and smart hours. The device impresses with high autonomy, made possible thanks to a special display which consumes power only when updating information. Thus, a single charge lasts more than a week.
As with most devices from Garmin, Vivoactive HR also has an extensive list of supported activities, to the standard set (running, Cycling and swimming) was added to Golf and even snowboarding. The tracker shows the detailed statistics for the data obtained as a mother screen, and the mobile app on your smartphone.
- Compatibility – Android 4.3, iOS 8.0, Windows Phone, Windows, OS X 10.6
- Embedded operating system – no
- Display – 1,38-inch OLED touchscreen with a resolution of 148×205
- Features – steps, distance, bike, Golf, calories, sleep, music
- Notifications – calls, messages, social networks, weather
- Moisture – WR50
- Heart rate monitor – Yes
- GPS – Yes
- Sensors – accelerometer, altimeter
- Weight 48 g
- Straps – silicone, one color
- Autonomy – up to 8 days
- The price of 7 999 UAH*
Motorola Moto 360 Sport
Motorola Moto 360 Sport became a full-fledged smartwatch with a built-in operating system which is not tied to the smartphone and can do a lot without it. The Moto 360 Sport received excellent hybrid IPS screen, making the display bright happy colors in the room and it is easy to read in the sun. Brightness control is automatic.
In addition to the design and appearance of the device can demonstrate all the qualities worthy of smart hours – wifi module, flash memory and GPS. Going for a run, just download from Google Music’s favorite tracks and to wear a Bluetooth earphone, smartphone it is possible to leave the house. Also the Moto 360 Sport supports voice assistant Google and wireless charging that makes him stand out from the competition.
- Compatibility – Andoid 4.3, partial support iOS 8.0
- Built-in OS – Android Wear
- Display – 1.37-inch IPS 360×325
- Functions – steps, floors, distance, calories, sleep, music, voice assistant
- Notifications – calls, messages, calendar, social network
- Moisture protection – IP67
- Heart rate monitor – Yes
- GPS – Yes
- Sensors – accelerometer, gyroscope, altimeter, ambient light sensor
- Weight – 54 g
- Straps – silicone, 3 colors
- Autonomy – about 2 days
- Price – 8 499 UAH*
ASUS ZenWatch 3
Representative tracker ASUS ZenWatch 3 in the first place is notable for spectacular design, but as a fitness bracelet, he presented only the basic functions. Watch track of the standard types of activity and will appeal more to novice athletes. Device good contacts with a smartphone in terms of notification, but no heart rate monitor, no GPS module, it is not found.
The main feature of the ZenWatch is the 3 appearance: ASUS has equipped its tracker a stunning round display with an impressive resolution of, case, stainless steel and Italian leather band.
The disadvantages of the model include a weak autonomy – charge will need daily. But the manufacturer tried part of this deficiency to block support fast charging – charge the device more than half in just 15 minutes.
- Compatibility – Android 4.3, iOS 8.0
- Built-in OS – Android Wear
- Display – of 1.39-inch touchscreen AMOLED with a resolution of 400×400
- Functions – steps, floors, activity, distance, sleep
- Notifications – calls, messages, social networking
- Moisture protection – IP67
- Heart rate monitor – no
- GPS – no
- Sensors – accelerometer, gyroscope, light sensor
- Weight 48 g
- The straps are leather, 2 colors
- Autonomy is 1 day, 2 days in eco mode
- Price – 8 870 UAH*
TomTom Touch
For functionality and “sharpening” under active life TomTom Touch can be attributed to the trackers-pros. The advantage of the bracelet has become the exclusive function of measuring the percentage of muscle and fat mass in the body – this function made a separate button on the front panel, to which you just need to put finger on.
Compact touch screen displays notifications about calls and SMS, and displays such fitness indicators as completed steps, distance, calories burned, sleep quality, heart rate and achieving the set objectives.
- Compatibility – Android 4.4, iOS 8.0, Windows, OS X
- Embedded operating system – no
- Display – monochrome 0,91-inch LCD, 128×32
- Function, pedometer, distance, calories burned, calculate the percentage of muscle and body fat, sleep quality
- Notifications – calls, messages
- Moisture proof – IPX7
- Heart rate monitor – Yes
- GPS – no
- Sensors – accelerometer, gyroscope
- Weight – 22 g
- Straps – silicone, 4 colors
- Autonomy – up to 5 days
- Price – 9 UAH 099*
Samsung Gear S3 Frontier
Samsung Gear S3 Frontier is an ambitious flagship smart watch from Samsung. Unlike the Classic models, Frontier Gear S3 is more sports oriented and aggressive design. Watches are running Tizen OS, a sufficiently massive and have a great always-on display, protected glass Gorilla Glass SR+.
With Gear S3 Frontier in training no longer need any other device: the tracker measures heart rate, builds the route using GPS and plays music via Bluetooth. The device will identify the activity and collects statistics, which is displayed in the app Samsung Health. Despite the advanced stuffing and broad functionality, the disadvantages Gear S3 of the Frontier can be attributed except relatively high cost.
- Compatibility – Android 4.4, iOS 9.0
- Embedded operating system – Tizen
- Display – 1.3-inch SuperAMOLED with a resolution of 360×360
- Function, pedometer, distance, calorie consumption, sleep, play music and install applications
- Notifications – calls, messages, social networks, third-party app, weather widget
- Waterproof level – IP68
- Heart rate monitor – Yes
- GPS – Yes
- Sensors – accelerometer, gyroscope, altimeter, ambient light sensor
- Weight – 63 g
- Straps – silicone, leather, multiple colors
- Autonomy – up to 4 days
- Price – 9 999 UAH*
Apple Watch 38mm Sport Series 2 Band
An updated version of smart hours Apple Watch Sport Band 2 Series capabilities much superior to the first generation. In the Apple Watch Series 2 you can even swim, not to mention the fact that in the soul they can not be removed. Watch got a GPS module that will be needed for serious training, and got a brighter screen, which is comfortable to read even in the sun.
Manufacturer and worked on speed – now the widgets and apps open lightning fast. In addition to tracking many types of activities and motivation for new sport achievements, the device plays the role of a stylish accessory. The user can choose from a variety of variations and colors, and fine-tune the appearance of photos basic style of clothing.
- Compatibility – iOS 8.0
- Built-in OS – watch OS 3
- Display 1.33 inch OLED, 272×340
- Functions – steps, floors, distance, sleep, music playback, camera control assistant Siri, Apple Pay
- Notifications – calls, messages, third-party applications
- Moisture – WR50
- Heart rate monitor – Yes
- GPS – Yes
- Sensors – accelerometer, gyroscope, light sensor
- Smart alarm – no
- Weight – 28 g
- Straps – metal, silicone, leather
- Autonomy: up to 3 days
- Price 12 999 UAH*
Garmin Fenix 3 Sapphire HR
Serious and brutal Fenix 3 Sapphire HR is designed for those who put functionality first. Can watch the same thing and smart watches from other manufacturers, but this situation out far ahead.
In a training mode with a continuously running GPS gadget “lives” about 20 hours, and in normal mode, the tracker works as much as a month and a half. It is all work on display, and plenty of sensors that automatically detect various types of exercise including swimming, Biking, and golfing.
In addition, the gadget calculates the width of the step and displays the amount of oxygen consumed. The model name appears the word “Sapphire”, which means that it has sapphire glass which is extremely difficult to scratch. The high cost of device is justified by the reliability and extensive capabilities.
- Compatibility – Android, iOS, macOS, Windows
- Embedded operating system – no
- Display – hybrid 1.2-inch with a resolution of 218×218
- Functions – steps, step width, distance, bike, Golf, calorie consumption, oxygen consumption, sleep, managing player
- Notifications – calls, messages, social networks, weather widget
- Moisture – WR100
- Heart rate monitor – Yes
- GPS – Yes
- Sensors – accelerometer, altimeter, compass
- Weight – 86 g
- Straps – silicone, one color
- Autonomy – up to 6 weeks in normal mode, up to 20 hours in GPS mode
- The price is 15 UAH 199*
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