Our’s Top 10 Best Fitness Bracelets of 2019

The list includes simple, cheap models for ordinary users and premium ones for professional athletes or just adherents of an active lifestyle who want to take care of their health.

The best budget fitness bracelets

This category contains models with a price of 2,000 to 50 dollars. From such gadgets, you should not expect ultra-accurate results and indicators in the framework of training. They are more focused on ordinary users. However, we took into account the comments of buyers, so we sorted the trash from the truly effective devices described below.

The top 10 fitness bracelets are opened by the JET Sport FT-7 model with a small OLED display (0.86 inches) and a reliable, shockproof IPX7 class case. With this invention, users can dive into water to a depth of 1 meter. The gadget weighs only 25 grams, has a built-in USB connector and a fairly capacious battery that lasts for 2 days with intensive use. Additional options include the presence of a heart rate monitor, blood pressure measurement, activity monitoring, a calorie counter and sleep analysis. Call notifications and messages are received through vibration. Camera control provided.

pros

• incoming calls and SMS;
• stylish design;
• OLED display;
• light weight.

Minuses

• The heart rate monitor is not the most accurate.

Among inexpensive fitness bracelets with a good heart rate monitor, the Ritmix RFB-400 model deserves attention. We are talking about a modern gadget that allows you to monitor the main indications of the body using a bright screen. In particular, users can get information about the distance traveled, the number of steps, calories burned. In addition, sleep monitoring is provided. Thanks to thoughtful notifications, you don’t have to worry about missing a call or SMS. Sleep phases are monitored by an advanced alarm clock that will not miss the opportunity to wake you up at the most suitable time. The capacity of the built-in battery lasts for 15 days of continuous operation. The model is compatible with Android 4.4+ and iOS 8.0+.

pros

• appearance;
• functional;
• quality bracelet;
• low cost.

Minuses

• charging design.

Users who are just thinking about purchasing such a device do not yet believe in its benefits, and probably do not want to overpay. And it’s reasonable! In this case, it makes sense to buy a good GSMIN WR41 fitness bracelet that has all the necessary functions at an affordable price. The device has a high-quality, stylish and bright 0.96″ OLED screen, a capacious 90 mAh battery and a set of useful functions. Judging by user reviews, the battery lasts for 2 weeks with intensive use of pressure measurement, heart rate, sleep monitoring and synchronization with smartphones. It is worth adding that fitness functions are separately implemented, which can be activated using the touch button. These include a pedometer, calories burned and workout time measurement.

pros

• battery capacity;
• OLED screen 0.96″;
• simple control;
• good construction.

Minuses

• arterial pressure.

Already, many fans of the products of this company managed to get acquainted with the advantages of an inexpensive and good fitness bracelet Honor Band 4, and now there is an improved version with the “Running” addition. From the name you can understand for which users the model was developed. For full sets and workouts, this is definitely one of the best solutions for the indicated price. Like its predecessor, the gadget has a good AMOLED screen, a rubber casing and good protection against moisture and dust. There is a vibration signal that works on messages and calls. The advantages of the device include an accurate heart rate monitor, GPS, as well as a smart alarm clock.

pros

• level of protection;
• stylish design;
• durable body;
• good heart rate monitor.

Minuses

• not detected.

The best inexpensive fitness bracelet for 2019 is the Xiaomi Mi Band 3 model, which has a high-quality optical heart rate monitor and an OLED screen. The device works up to 20 days on a single charge. It has a stylish body, although the design has not changed much except for the enlarged display. As you already understood, now the screen has touch control. The body has been improved, now it is not afraid of moisture. Judging by the reviews, it can withstand pressure up to 5 ATM. Accordingly, you can safely swim in the pool. At the same time, the device is lightweight, tracks physical activity and sleep. Given the cost, no flaws were found.

pros

• improved screen;
• many useful options;
• accurate pedometer;
• phone search;
• sleep tracking.

Minuses

The best fitness bracelets in terms of price / quality ratio

This segment contains premium models that are distinguished by high accuracy in measuring heart rate, in some cases pressure. In addition, they are attracted by the correct analysis of sleep phases, good synchronization with smartphones and support for proprietary, useful training applications. When compiling this list, we took into account the feedback from athletes and experienced users.

The fitness bracelet rating of 2019 is replenished with the Fitbit Flex 2 gadget, equipped with the SmartTrack system — for jogging and training. The technology automatically recognizes the user’s forward movement. Judging by the reviews, it reads the indicators correctly, in fact, as it analyzes the phases of sleep. Statistics are quickly transmitted either to a smartphone or to the user’s personal page on social networks. A simple battery is used as a battery, the capacity of which is enough for 5 days of operation. It takes about 2 hours to fully charge. It should be said right away that this device is not designed for professional athletes, since there is no heart rate monitor and GPS. Nevertheless, it was in the top of modern models due to its accuracy, practicality and durability.

pros

• SmartTrack for running;
• sleep phase analysis;
• synchronization with a smartphone;
• reliable body.

Minuses

• no heart rate monitor.

There is no doubt that the GSMIN G20 is one of the best fitness bracelets with pressure measurement and heart rate monitor. The gadget has a smart alarm clock, a capacious battery and extremely light weight. Supports the following platforms: IOS 8.8 and Android 4.4. With a weight of 24 grams, it includes a 0.73-inch screen and a good 110 mAh battery. The device has a stylish screen and a durable silicone bracelet. Provides operation and connection via Bluetooth. Judging by the comments of the owner of the device, the gadget does an excellent job of measuring blood pressure. In addition, the correct design and weight do not interfere with wearing during grueling workouts.

pros

• compact model;
• pressure measurement;
• light weight;
• good screen.

Minuses

• swimming is not worth it.

A reliable model attracts affordable price and amazing autonomy. The developers claim that a functional fitness bracelet with a heart rate monitor can work for about a year without recharging. However, the device has an active screen that is easy to set up. The advantages of the device include an excellent analysis of the steps taken, calories burned. In addition, you can control sleep. It is possible to set personalized goals for each day. Another nice bonus from manufacturers is synchronization with the Garmin Connect service, where you can store and analyze tasks / achievements.

pros

• functionality;
• Garmin Connect service;
• level of protection;
• sleep control.

Minuses

HUAWEI TalkBand B3 Active

11 000 ₽

Huawei has already gained the status of one of the top manufacturers of reliable fitness bracelets and the TalkBand B3 Active model is proof of this. The device does an excellent job of tracking the wearer’s sleep activity. Naturally, you can use it as a wireless headset to answer calls and receive message notifications. It is worth adding that this time Huawei decided to release the model in three design options: genuine leather, stainless steel and silicone strap. The main information is displayed on a curved OLED screen with a resolution of 128 by 80 pixels. Additionally, the display is protected by Gorilla Glass, as well as an oleophobic coating. The protection class complies with the IP57 standard. The battery capacity is enough for 3-4 days of operation in active mode.

pros

• three modifications;
• sleep activity;
• construction quality;
• protection class;
• functionality.

Minuses

The best fitness bracelet of 2019 is the Samsung Gear Fit2 Pro, which has a curved AMOLED screen and built-in GPS. Now you can train without worrying about not having your smartphone nearby. The headset syncs perfectly. Further, you can view information about your performance using the proprietary Samsung Gear application. It is worth saying that the model has enough built-in memory to download any musical compositions for wireless listening. This device has a vast number of types of training for different athletes. You can set up tracking manually. The built-in battery lasts for 3 days of operation.

pros

• reliability;
• AMOLED screen;
• stylish design;
• branded applications.

Minuses

• not detected.

How to choose a good fitness bracelet for sports?

Considering modern standards, even a simple fitness tracker should have the following set of functions:

• determination of the number of steps or the distance traveled;
• counting calories burned;
• heart rate monitor;
• “smart alarm clock”, preferably with sleep phase tracking;
• notifications of incoming messages and calls;
• communication with external devices.

If you don’t know how to choose a fitness bracelet, also pay attention to models with geodata. Especially if you are buying for a child. As for professional athletes, they will probably need a pressure measurement function, a good level of protection, and a capacious battery. Modern models can hold a charge for a week even with intensive use. As for the appearance, there are no longer any requirements and standards — it’s up to you!

Which fitness bracelet is better to buy in 2019?

Of course, when buying such a gadget, it is important to prioritize correctly. If you don’t know which fitness bracelet to buy, pay attention to the functionality and practicality of the model, and then compare the appearance and functionality. Let’s summarize:

• inexpensive fitness bracelet — Xiaomi Mi Band 3;
• with pressure measurement — GSMIN G20;
• reliable — HUAWEI TalkBand B3 Active;
• the best in terms of price / quality ratio is Samsung Gear Fit2 Pro.

Share your impressions if you have already evaluated the pros and cons of the new products of this year, friends! Please note that our ratings are conditional and based on your comments.