Fitness tracker: the three best in comparison

Fitness tracker "Samsung Gear Fit" turns the Galaxy into a sports cannon

The top tracker in the CHIP leaderboard comes from Samsung: The Samsung Gear Fit is an unbeatable team with training partner Samsung Galaxy.

Display and control: Samsung sets new standards with its comparatively large, curved AMOLED display. Use the touch to navigate in portrait and landscape format through training options, alarm clocks, messages from messengers or even the calendar. The Gear Fit Manager app brings together a Galaxy smartphone and a fitness tracker and evaluates all data.
Tracking functions: The waterproof Gear Fit also cuts a fine figure when swimming and differentiates very precisely between different training options. Whether walking, running or hiking - the tracker is very precise here. Sleep phases are also included.
That certain something: In the Google Play Store you will find numerous extensions for the Samsung tracker. In no time, the fitness tracker becomes a flashlight or an entertaining game.
Price and compatibility: The Samsung Gear Fit costs around 170 euros and is available in different colors. However, it is only compatible with Galaxy smartphones.

Display and control: The single-line LCD screen of the Garmin Vivofit shows you either number of steps, distance or calories burned. Alternatively, there is also the date and time - practical, because you can also use the tracker as a wristwatch.
Tracking functions: The Vivofit is waterproof, but you shouldn't use it for longer swimming. Individual activities such as hiking, biking and jogging can be entered and recorded using the app. The app also motivates you to reach new goals: If you have reached 5, 000 steps today, you can increase to 5, 200 steps tomorrow. The app also determines the sleep phases using the tracker on your arm.
That certain something: With the Garmin Vivofit you do not have to charge a battery, because a button cell provides the tracker with enough power for about a year. In connection with MyFitnessPal you can also enter your calorie intake and compare it with the calories burned. Ideal to keep an eye on nutrition.
Price and compatibility: The around 100 euro tracker is available in different colors and compatible with the Apple iPhone and Android smartphones.

Display and controls: With its bangle design, the LG Lifeband Touch could also have sprung from a science fiction film. The spacious OLED touch display actually hides a variety of different tracking functions and shows, among other things, the calorie consumption and the distance covered.
Tracking functions: The Lifeband Touch differentiates between climbing stairs, mountaineering and normal movement. There is no sleep analysis, but you control your music on the wristband while jogging. The Lifeband Touch also shows incoming phone calls and messages. In conjunction with MyFitnessPal and Rundtastic, you can track your diet and sports activities in even more detail.
That certain something: Daily goals can be easily created and the results can be called up in weekly and monthly overviews. An altimeter is also available, for example an important criterion for hikers and winter sports enthusiasts.
Price and compatibility: The approximately 150 Euro Lifeband Touch is available in two sizes, but only in one color. You can use it with an Android smartphone or iPhone.