Easy-to-Use Pedometer

Pedometers count your steps as you walk or run and are a useful tool in monitoring your daily activity levels or tracking your workouts. There are many pedometers on the market than can do much more than just record steps; accuracy and simplicity remain one the most important features for consumers.

  1. Counting Mechanism

    • The iconic feature of all pedometers is that they count steps, however they all use different methods to do so. Accelerometers are one of most accurate pedometers in terms of measuring distance and steps taken. The nice benefit of the accelerometer is that it can still count steps even when tilted and can be worn in a pocket instead of having to be clipped to your waist at all times.

    Interface

    • Look for a pedometer whose interface is easy to set up and that has toggling between the different modes that is almost effortless. Take into consideration screen size if you have difficulty seeing smaller numbers, as there are various sizes of pedometers. A protective screen cover is something that should be included to prevent buttons from being pressed on accident while exercising.

    Extra Features

    • Pedometers on the market range from the most basic tracking of steps and distance to tracking calories burned. Before purchasing a pedometer, take into account what you are looking for in terms of features. Heart rate monitor, memory, workout tracker, stop watch, automatic reset and capability to share data with a computer or phone are only a few of the options.

    How You Wear It

    • Hairspring pedometers are required to be worn in a perfect vertical position in order to count accurately. Wristband pedometers typically transmit data to a computer or phone but are not made for every body size. The accelerometer can be worn while tilted, carried in a pocket or on a lanyard and still count accurately. If you are wearing a pedometer to track total daily steps, choose one that is small and comfortable enough to wear all day.