People use to wear wrist watches earlier to check the time, but now the situation has changed. Now we use mobile phones to check the time and wear fitness trackers on the wrist to live a healthy life. Fitness trackers help us observe and improve our daily routine through various activities and also let us know about our heart rate, sleep duration etc. so that we can figure out our actual condition and take decisions accordingly. Every fitness tracker can be synced with the smartphones and we can watch reports of our weekly and daily activities directly on our phone.
In 2016, many companies launched their fitness trackers with some great new features to make you more healthy and more fit than ever. So, without further adieu, have a look at some of the best fitness trackers of year 2016 that become popular all over the world.
1. Apple Watch Series 2
Apple Watch Series 2 is one of the best fitness tracker/smartwatch available in the market. The hybrid wristband has a faster processor and a brighter display compare to its predecessor. It is compatible with iOS devices such as iPhone, iPad etc. and features an OLED display. The size of series 2 watch is same as the previous model, but this one boasts a waterproof design so you can swim with it. It has an in-built GPS and supports plenty of third party apps. It has a heart rate monitor and sleep tracker and the battery lasts for around 18 hours (with GPS approximately 5 hours).
2. Fitbit Surge
The Fitbit Surge is available in three sizes Small, Large and X-Large, ships in three colours Tangerine, Black and Blue and has a elastomer polymer strap. The device offers Monochrome LCD display and is compatible with Windows, Mac, iOS and android devices. It includes a Heart Rate Monitor, GPS and Sleep Tracker too. The battery of this sports watch/wrist band lasts for around five days with continuous heart rate and around five hours with GPS. The mobile app supports incoming calls as well as text notifications and provides smooth syncing.
3. Garmin Vivomove
It is a beautifully crafted watch that looks very stylish and includes sufficient features for fitness tracking. The app is fantastic and you can sync the watch with both Android and iOS devices. However, the device can store data up to three weeks, so you have no need to sync it so often. The Vivomove fitness tracker/wrist watch can track your calories burned, steps taken, distance and sleep duration. It has a steel body and a leather strap so you can wear in on any occasion. The watch can withstand up to 50 meters down in the water too.
4. Garmin Vivoactive
The design of this sports watch is very normal and few people may not find it attractive as well. The mobile app has syncing issues and offers above average functionality. The tracker/watch features a Dot-matrix LCD display and includes plenty of features like optical heart-rate sensor, always-on display, GPS, various sports profiles etc. It is waterproof so you can wear it while swimming or taking a shower. The battery lasts for more than a week and around 12-13 hours with GPS with active signals.
5. Fitbit Zip
Fitbit Zip is a good option for those who don’t want to spend much on buying a fitness tracker because it comes at a very affordable price. Fitbit Zip counts calories burned, tracks distance and steps, but doesn’t track sleep. One thing that makes it preferable for all users is the long lasting 6 months of battery life. The device features a small LCD display and the app is compatible with both iOS and Android OS.
6. Fitbit Blaze
It is a fitness tacker that looks like an elegant wrist watch and due to its sleek design you can wear it all the time on any occasion. Though, the display is large and the corners are sharp that may not appeal everyone at a glance. The battery lasts for four days easily and the app works fine with Android and iOS phones. It has in-built GPS and automatically tracks steps taken, stairs climbed, sleep, and heart rate.
7. Apple Watch Nike+
Apple watch with special Nike watch face, sounds interesting, but compare to other smartwatches, these models are a bit expensive. Though, there are many features available such as Heart Rate Monitor, in-built GPS, Accelerometer, sleep tracker etc. that makes it worthy. The fitness tracker features a 1.65 inch OLED display and is compatible with iOS devices.
8. Misfit Ray
It is another great fitness tracker that automatically tracks your daily activities with accuracy and comes at a decent price. The wristband has a modern design and feels so comfortable in hands. It is waterproof so you can wear it all the time without any fear. However, it doesn’t have a display screen and features LED indicator lights. It has a sleep tracker, but doesn’t not track heart rate. The app is compatible with iOS and Android and the battery lasts for up to 6 months.
9. Samsung Gear Fit2
Samsung has made remarkable changes in the new model of gear fit series and this time the smartwatch/fitness tracker has come up as a challenge to all other fitness trackers in the market. The device has a marvelous design and features a colourful Monochrome LCD display. It has compatibility with Android OS only and iOS support is not available. It tracks steps taken, heart rate etc. but doesn’t monitor sleep. It comes with an in-built GPS so you can go for a walk without keeping your smartphone with you. The battery of the watch lasts for around 3 to 4 days easily.
10. Garmin Forerunner 35
It is another nice fitness tracker introduced by Garmin that not just looks great, but also packs a good amount of features. The fitness tracker comes with a heart rate monitor and a sleep tracker. It has a waterproof body so you can wear it while swimming. The battery lasts for around 9 days and the device is compatible with Windows, iOS and Android devices which is hard to find. It features always on display and has the ability to manage music playback on the phone as well.
So, these are some of the best fitness trackers of year 2016 that you can buy right now. Let us know which one you gonna buy.
A normal fitness tracker comes at an affordable price and offers limited functionality ,but a hybrid smartwatch/fitness tracker devices are comparatively more expensive and offers tons of features and advanced functionality too. A user should look at his/her requirements and invest the money accordingly.