
The desire to monitor health - naturally for most people. For this, fitness bracelets were created. Consider the best of them.
Fitness trackers are so common that there are practically every second person. The release of these devices is engaged in many companies, which makes the choice difficult, because on the shelves there are so many models with a wide range of prices. Which bracelet is better to understand anything better. Previously, we already wrote about that how to choose a fitness tracker, and today they prepared the top bracelets for you for 2021.
- 1 The most accessible
- 1.1 Xiaomi Mi Band 4C
- 1.2 Samsung Galaxy Fit E
- 1.3 Huawei Band 4 Pro
- 1.4 Xiaomi Mi Band 5
- 1.5 Samsung Galaxy Fit2
- 1.6 Xiaomi Mi Band 6 NFC
- 2 Best in the middle segment
- 2.1 Garmin Vivofit 4
- 2.2 Polar A370
- 2.3 FITBIT INSPIRE 2
- 3 The most advanced
- 3.1 Huawei Talkband B5
- 3.2 FitBit Charge 3
- 3.3 Healbe Gobe3
The most accessible
Xiaomi Mi Band 4C
- weight: 13 grams
- Compatibility: Android
- Display: TFT, 1.08 inches (220 x 128)
- Wireless Interfaces: Bluetooth 5.0 LE
- Autonomy: 130 Mah
- moisture protection: WR50, IP68
Fitness tracker Redmi Band looks as simple as possible, angry and even a bit old-fashioned. But he has the most affordable price tag among all the presented models, but the possibilities are not the most modest.
Redmi Band is equipped with a very convenient charging USB in the strap, which means you don't need to constantly pull the capsule to charge the gadget. There is a cardiac rhythm sensor, five sports modes, monitoring physical activity and sleep.
Advantages:
- Standard set of fitness functions.
- There is a cardiac rhythm sensor.
- There is a convenient USB charging in the strap.
- Big color screen.
- Waterproofing.
- The lowest price.
- Adequate battery life.
Weaknesses:
- Not identified.
Samsung Galaxy Fit e
- Weight: 15 grams
- Compatibility: Android
- Display: PMOLED, monochrome, 0.74 inch (128 x 64)
- Wireless interfaces: Bluetooth 5.0 LE
- Autonomy: 70 mAh
- Waterproof: WR50
Fitness bracelet Samsung Galaxy Fit e has become the most simplified and cheaper version of the Samsung Fit tracker. The screen was made monochrome, and the battery was set to only 70 mAh, which is hardly enough for 3-5 days of work.
But the fitness tracker performs its main function. It has a heart rate sensor, automatic exercise tracking, 90 types of exercise recognition, sleep monitoring and sleep quality, and other functions.
Pros:
- Complete set of fitness features.
- There is a heart rate sensor.
- Waterproof.
- Low price.
Weaknesses:
- Monochrome screen.
- Short battery life.
Huawei Band 4 Pro
- Weight: 25 grams
- Compatibility: iOS, Android
- Display: AMOLED, color, 0.95 inch (240 x 120)
- Wireless interfaces: Bluetooth 4.2
- ) Autonomy: 100 mAh
- Waterproof: WR50
Fitness bracelet Huawei Band 4 Pro also received convenient charging in the strap. The screen is bright and crisp, which many praise, but the battery life could be better. Another disadvantage is the old version of Bluetooth.
An important advantage of Huawei Band 4 Pro is the GPS module. There is a large database of watch faces, 11 sports modes, sleep tracking, as well as heart rate sensors and blood oxygen saturation measurements ( pulse oximeter ).
Benefits:
- Extended fitness features.
- There is a heart rate sensor.
- There is a pulse oximeter
- There is a convenient USB charging in the strap.
- Big bright color screen.
- Waterproofing.
- Adequate price.
- There is a GPS module.
Disadvantages:
- Small bat autonomous time.
Xiaomi Mi Band 5
- Weight: 12 grams
- Compatibility: iOS, Android
- Display: AMOLED, Color, 1.1 inch (126 x 294)
- Wireless Interfaces: Bluetooth 5.0 LE
- Autonomy: 125 Mah
- Waterproofing: IP68, WR50
Xiaomi Mi Band 5 has become a new hit sales, thanks to an enlarged color screen, added functions and the same pleasant price as other models. There are versions and NFC, but they are more expensive, and not everyone needs it.
The Xiaomi Mi Band 5 fitness bracelet was provided with a huge base of interchangeable dials, a modified chip for more accurate measurement of steps, sleep and other indicators. There are 11 types of workouts, a menstrual cycle calendar, a barometer, a smartphone search function, a modified cardiac rhythm sensor Biotracker PPG and even voice assistant.
Advantages:
- A wide range of fitness functions.
- There is a new cardiac rhythm sensor.
- There is a menstrual cycle calendar.
- Big bright screen.
- moisture protection.
- Low price.
- Adequate battery life.
Disadvantages:
- No detected.
SAMSUNG GALAXY FIT2
- Weight: 21 grams
- Compatibility: iOS, Android
- Display: AMOLED, Color, 1.1 inch (126 x 294)
- Wireless Interfaces: Bluetooth 5.1
- Autonomy: 159 Mah
- Waterproofing: WR50
Samsung Galaxy Fit2 is an excellent inexpensive option and a slightly higher version of Galaxy Fit E. The functionality is largely an analogue of MI Band 4/5. Here there is a familiar sensor for tracking the heart rate (pulsometer), the functions of monitoring physical activity, sleep quality and accounting of the amount of calories burned. From other sensors there is a gyroscope and accelerometer. The screen got a branded amoled matrix with a good level of brightness. You can purchase a device in 2 colors: with a red or black silicone strap.
With a bracelet, you can not be afraid of training in the rain and other harm to water, since the case is protected according to the WR50 standard. It can bathe or swim under water with a maximum allowable pressure in 5 atmospheres. The device is associated with a smartphone via the latest Bluetooth 5.1 interface, so that notifications will come in instantly and they can even be answered.
Advantages:
- Simple synchronization with a telephone.
- Stable signal without dumps.
- Bright and clear display.
- Waterproof and build quality.
- Appearance and design.
Disadvantages:
- Significant minuses are not detected.
Xiaomi Mi Band 6 NFC
- Weight: 12.8 grams
- Compatibility: iOS, Android
- Display: AMOLED, COLOR, 1.56 inches (152 x 486)
- Wireless interfaces: Bluetooth 5.0
- Autonomy: 125 Mah
- Waterproofing: WR50
Literally a "hot pog" is now a new 6th model in the Mi Band line from Xiaomi. Presented a bracelet in the first quarter of 2021, but went on sale in Russia only in mid-May. Now you can buy a fitness tracker and few cheaper than 4 thousand rubles, but only if you agree with the absence of the NFC module. Yes, and the most advanced NFC version is now useless, as this function only works within China, but it is not for long (remember the story with Mi Band 4, which later received "good" to work NFC with MasterCard cards in Russia).
A large innovation in the 6th series Mi Band was the blood oxygen level monitoring sensor. Now, instead of the already familiar tracking of sleep, steps and pulse, the SPO2 parameter can be measured. Separately, it is worth noting a bright and pretty nice AMOLED screen, protection against moisture WR50, Bluetooth 5.0 and weight in less than 13 grams.
Advantages:
- Extremely light - less than 13 grams is almost not felt on the hand.
- Potential for NFC to work.
- All functions of modern fitness bracelets + SpO2 sensor.
- Large and bright screen.
Weaknesses:
- Working time in real use is about 5-8 days.
Best in the middle segment
Garmin Vivofit 4
- Weight: 25 grams
- Compatibility: iOS, Android
- Display: backlit (88 x 88)
- Wireless interfaces: Bluetooth 4.0
- Autonomy: SR43 (X2), operation up to 1 year
- Waterproof: WR50
Having crossed the barrier of 7-8 thousand rubles, you can buy better smart bracelets. One of these is the Garmin Vivofit 4. This is a miniature device that is great for users of the Garmin Connect ecosystem. The functionality here is an order of magnitude less than that of cheaper bracelets, but due to some features of its customers, this device will definitely find it.
Vivofit 4 is perfect for people who are constantly on the move. There is no need to charge the device at all, as it is powered by 2 SR43 batteries, which will last for about 1 year of operation. Another nice feature is the highest accuracy of tracking workouts and steps.
Advantages:
- Work all year round on one charge.
- High measurement accuracy.
- Sleep quality monitor.
- Sync with MyFitnessPal, Google Fit, etc.
Weaknesses:
- Bad synchronization with the phone.
- Uncomfortable alarm.
POLAR A370
- Weight: 34 grams
- Compatibility: iOS, Android, Windows, OS X
- Display: LCD illuminated (80 x 160)
- Wireless interfaces: Bluetooth 4.0
- Autonomy: 100 Mah
- Waterproof: WR30
POLAR produces a huge number of devices for monitoring physical activity and training. Lovers of other products of this manufacturer perfectly suits the intelligent Polar A370 bracelet, which is easy to connect to the "FLOW" system to take into account everything in one place.
The bracelet is quite accurately measured by the heart rate and determines the degree of loading during training of various types. And although the battery here on the standards of similar fitness trackers is far from the most "sly", the time of operation of the A370 is about 2-3 days. Therefore, if you do not profess professionally in any sport and do not want to charge the device so often, it is worth choosing a simpler bracelet from the "most affordable" category.
Advantages:
- The accuracy of measuring the pulses.
- A huge number of workouts.
- Sleep monitoring and display of Heads of heart rate during classes.
Disadvantages:
- Battery life.
- Not the widest functionality.
FITBIT INSPIRE 2
- Weight: -
- Compatibility: iOS, Android, Windows Phone, OS X
- Display: OLED
- Wireless Interfaces: Bluetooth 4.2 LE
- Autonomy: Up to 2400 hours of operation
- Waterproof: WR50 (5 atm)
Unlike Samsung, Xiaomi, Huawei, Honor and other manufacturers, the company Fitbit is concentrated exclusively on devices intended for tracking health and fitness. If you don't matter what the display technology is used in the bracelet, the presence of the NFC module and other items in the characteristics that are trying to attract users of other brands, then Fitbit Inspire 2 is an excellent choice.
Like Garmin and Polar products, Fitbit fitness bracelets are more aimed specifically at helping you exercise. There are more than 20 built-in training programs that are automatically recognized, as well as the possibility of continuous heart rate measurement. In addition to iOS and Android, the device also supports less common operating systems such as Windows Phone and OS X.
Advantages:
- Up to 10 days of operation when all functions are enabled.
- Accurate and constant monitoring of sleep phases and heart rate.
- GPS sensor present.
- Build quality.
- Support for any mobile OS.
Weaknesses:
- Monochrome screen.
Most advanced
Huawei TalkBand B5
- Weight: 35-40 grams
- Compatibility: iOS, Android
- Display: AMOLED, color, 1.13 inch (300 x 160)
- Wireless interfaces: Bluetooth 4.2
- Autonomy: 108 mAh
- Waterproof: IP57
Huawei TalkBand B5 is a unique item in our selection. This is not only a full-fledged fitness bracelet, but also a Bluetooth headset. The transformation occurs by pulling the capsule out of the strap. It fits in the ear and receives calls from a connected smartphone. True, in this mode, the operating time is only 6 hours, but for headsets this is a good indicator.
Otherwise, Huawei TalkBand B5 is a classic bracelet with fitness features, notifications, a heart rate sensor that can track performance around the clock, and the ability to control the smartphone's camera.
Advantages:
- A unique 2-in-1 gadget.
- Heart rate sensor present.
- Waterproof.
- You can change straps.
Weaknesses:
- High price tag.
- Questionable usability of both options.
Fitbit CHARGE 3
- weight: 35 grams
- compatibility: iOS, Android, Windows, OS X, Windows Phone
- Display: OLED, monochrome backlit
- Wireless Interfaces: Bluetooth 4.0 le
- Autonomy: to 168 hours of days in standby mode
- Waterproof: WR50
Fitness tracker FitBit Charge 3 is quite expensive. For this money, it offers a detailed analysis of classes and physical exertion, including measuring the oxygen level in the blood (pulsometer), a constantly working cardiac rhythm sensor, a detailed analysis of sleep and its effectiveness and much more.
FitBit Charge 3 shift bracelet, which quickly changes on another desired size. From chips, it is also worth highlighting a protective coating on the front panel of Corning Gorilla Glass 3 glass
of advantages:
- There is a cardiac rhythm sensor.
- There is a measurement sensor for blood oxygen level.
- moisture protection.
- There is protection of the front panel.
- You can quickly change the straps.
Disadvantages:
- Monochrome screen.
- High price tag.
Healbe Gobe3
- Weight: 35 grams
- Compatibility: iOS, Android
- Display: Color MIP, 1.282 inch (176 x 176)
- Wireless Interfaces: Bluetooth 4.2
- Autonomy: 350 Mah
- Waterproof: -
And the most advanced fitness bracelet from our selection - Healbe Gobe 3. The device has so large functionality, which allows you to fully monitor the condition of the body: the amount of water drilled, the calculation of calories per day (dialed, burned and difference), the level of stress and so on. GOBE 3 uses a special patented Flow technology, which is fundamentally different from those used in other fitness bracelets like Xiaomi Mi Band and others.
This is the only bracelet in the world, allowing you to automatically calculate calories. Now you do not need to use the diaries and manually enter the data. In addition, the device can evaluate sleep quality, recognize the type of physical exertion and the level of emotional voltage. All data are collected in one place in the form of a convenient application.
Advantages:
- Control of stress, sleep, hydration.
- Automatic calculation of learned and burned calories.
- Assistant for any tasks: weight loss, water balance control and so on.
- Accuracy of measurement of the arrival of calories is 89%.
Disadvantages:
- Not the highest quality MIP display.