Updated 16 Mar 2018
Fitbit
Zip
Snapshot: The Fitbit Zip is not waterproof, without GPS and a heart rate monitor. It works with both iOS and Android phones.
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Test results
Overall score
Fitness functions
Ease of use
Battery
Good points
- Good for fitness functions.
- OK for apps.
- Excellent battery.
- Works with both iOS and Android.
But
- Has no smart functions.
- Somewhat difficult to use.
- Poor features.
- Is not water resistant.
- Doesn't have GPS.
- No integrated heart rate monitor.
- No sleep tracker.
How we test
Overall score is based on:
Fitness functions (25%). Includes sensor accuracy, sleep tracking, and assessments of fitness apps.
Heart rate accuracy is included as part of the fitness functions score and assessed against medical equipment.
Smart functions (25%). Includes phone functions, social media and voice recognition.
Ease of use (25%). Includes set-up, usability, and build quality.
Battery (15%). Includes battery life and recharge time.
App (5%). Assesses base app on phone.
Features (5%). Assesses available features.
Price is based on a March 2018 survey.
