Fitness Bands

Why should you buy it

• Less expensive models serve as pedometers and track your physical activity throughout the day; the gathered data are later processed into statistics and graphs by your smartphone.
• Other functions may include calorie counting, progress tracking, sleep quality monitoring, and options to share your progress and stats with friends.
• More expensive models offer advanced features such as route recording or heart rate monitoring.

Platform

Choose a tracker that is compatible with the operating system of your smartphone:

• Android
• iOS
• Windows Phone

Display  

• Fitness trackers with a display can show you your daily goals or specific information.
• Some models can also display notifications, incoming calls, or calendar reminders; their functionality approaches that of a smartwatch.
• Fitness trackers without a display can be used only with a phone app. The upside is their non-intrusive and elegant appearance.

Smartphone apps

• Manufacturers generally supply trackers with their own apps, though some of them can be paired with other fitness apps such as RunKeeper or Runtastic.
• Some models also have a web interface that allows you to log-in from anywhere.

Material and durability

• Plastic trackers are lighter, but look somewhat cheap.
• Metallic trackers are sturdier and look more elegant and sophisticated.
• Even if you are not an active athlete, make sure to choose a model resistant against water, scratches, dust, and an occasional drop.

Battery life

• Most trackers are charged standardly like a mobile phone. Their battery typically lasts for days or even weeks on a single charge.
• Some have a replaceable button cell battery CR1632; these can last for several months or even a year.

Price

• Simple bracelets for monitoring daily activities cost up to 1,500 CZK.
• Models that cost between 1,500 and 3,000 CZK generally operate with greater precision and offer advanced features such as heart rate monitoring via a chest strap.
• The 3,000 CZK trackers can usually record your route or display basic notifications from your phone; thay are a compromise between a fitness tracker and a full-fledged smartwatch.

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