This is a simple and inexpensive model of pedometer. It counts steps and distance, just set your stride length and away you go. This unit has an improved and advanced pendulum mechanism. It did compare well with a more advanced pedometer worn at the same time for accuracy.
The 340 does not have a protective cover but does have recessed buttons that are hard to push accidentally. It also has a plastic waist belt clip but does not come with a safety leash. The modes are toggling between step counting and distance and will count up to 99,999 steps and 1000 miles.
Because this unit uses a pendulum mechanism inside it does rattle a little bit. It also has a large readout display, a replaceable battery and a 1 year warranty. All in all a decent pedometer.
Sportline 346 Niteview Pedometer
The 346 is a walking (steps) pedometer that can be read in miles or kilometers. It is perfect for those who walk at night or in low light conditions as it has an illuminated screen. It also allows the user to set the stride length in increments of .1 feet for greater accuracy. This unit will also record up to 1,000 miles or kilometers.
The only drawbacks to this model are no safety strap and no cover over the face of the unit which means it could easily be reset.
Sportline Qlip 310 Pedometer
This small rounded device can be clipped anywhere on the body like a bra on your sock or put in your pocket. It needs to stay vertical within a 30 degree angle and your ok. This unit will count steps, calculate calories burned and with it’s time function it can estimate speed and activity time but will not filter out junk steps and it has a holster clip that is removable.
This unit has a single reset button and can count to 999,999 steps. Even though there is no cover, the buttons are recessed to make it hard to accidentally reset and the motion sensor mechanism (Infiniti motion sensor technology) inside does make a soft click when being used. There is a replaceable battery and there is a 1 year warranty.
Sportline TraQ Pedometer 370
The 370 is loaded with features that you can use. It uses their Infinity motion sensor technology that is very quiet in use. This unit also boasts of a pacing tone to help set your stride and pacing. Other features are step counting, calorie calculation, distance estimation, goal countdown, seven day memory, stopwatch and calendar, alarm and separate calibrations for walking and running.
Once you set your stride length you are ready to go. It is recommended that when wearing, not to allow the unit to exceed 30 degrees past vertical as to affect its accuracy. This model comes with a replaceable battery and a 1 year warranty. This unit can’t be beat for the features.
One complaint that has been noted is that the audible pacing tone is hard to hear. That would be understandable on a noisy road but might be ok in a country type area.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets as well as product information.
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Monday, September 26, 2011
Accusplit AX120 Pedometer
The AX120 is your basic pedometer that is a step counter only. This model has a flip open cover to protect the face and from accidental reset. Pedometers.com notes that this model generally undercounts steps. Some of the pros of this pedometer are that it is very small and is quiet.
It is recommended to get the security strap with this model as it is small and the waist clip can come off during bathroom breaks. This unit is comfortable to wear and if you are looking for a basic pedometer than this will work.
Accusplit AE170 Pedometer
This pedometer is a step from the 120 series and does a lot more than count steps. This will also calculate distanced walked and calories burned. It is made of rugged polycarbonate plastic which makes it light enough that you will not know you are wearing it.
Some of the features of this unit are that you can set your stride length in inches or centimeters. The calories counter automatically rolls over at 9,999 and has a closed case to protect the face and the reset button. The LED screen is large and easy to read and has a battery with a 1.5 year lifespan with average usage.
This unit also comes with a 3 way leash and is backed by a five year warranty. Total weight is only 2.4 oz.
Some negative reviews have said that setting up this pedometer was difficult and that the manual was not clear enough.
Accusplit AE190XLG Pedometer
The AD190 XLG is Accusplit’s top of the line goal setting pedometer. It offers everything you need to measure your progress and track your goals. It’s easy to design a workout plan whether you’re jogging or doing a walking plan.
This model will track your steps, activity time, calories burned and calculate your distance. It also has an activity timer that tells you the time you have used during your workout (up to 10,000 minutes). It also keeps track of your distance of up to 999.99 miles.
Unlike some pedometers, you can reset this one each day, each week or month and still keep all of your data (steps, distance, calories and activity values) with the memory that is built in.
Other attributes for this model are, an adjustable stride length for better distance accuracy, a way to adjust your weight setting for more accurate calorie counting, dual leash slots built into the case for extra security. This unit weighs 8 oz and has a five year warranty. Some people have complained that the waist clip is a bit uncomfortable and not balanced allowing the unit to tip forward a bit. There are also some minor complaints about the setup being a bit difficult but there is a phone service to help facilitate your setup.
Accusplit AL1540 Pedometer
The 1540 activity pedometer is an economical model but has all of the features you are looking for. These include a five step filter, a distance counter that can compile up to 1,000 miles or kilometers and a step counter that can count up to 100,000 steps walking or jogging. For added safety the 1540 comes with a leash to attach to your waist to prevent loss.
The AL1504 also comes with the Accustep Activity Wellness Guide to help set up a walking or running program. This also includes instructions on how to wear the 1540. This unit only weighs in at 2.4 oz and for a cheaper model pedometer it has some great features.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets as well as product information. Want to learn more about Pedometers, go to: Accusplit Pedometers Or visit my website at Best Pedometers for more information about the best quality backpacks. Also see my other articles for Nail Fungus: Nail Fungus aka Onychomycosis
It is recommended to get the security strap with this model as it is small and the waist clip can come off during bathroom breaks. This unit is comfortable to wear and if you are looking for a basic pedometer than this will work.
Accusplit AE170 Pedometer
This pedometer is a step from the 120 series and does a lot more than count steps. This will also calculate distanced walked and calories burned. It is made of rugged polycarbonate plastic which makes it light enough that you will not know you are wearing it.
Some of the features of this unit are that you can set your stride length in inches or centimeters. The calories counter automatically rolls over at 9,999 and has a closed case to protect the face and the reset button. The LED screen is large and easy to read and has a battery with a 1.5 year lifespan with average usage.
This unit also comes with a 3 way leash and is backed by a five year warranty. Total weight is only 2.4 oz.
Some negative reviews have said that setting up this pedometer was difficult and that the manual was not clear enough.
Accusplit AE190XLG Pedometer
The AD190 XLG is Accusplit’s top of the line goal setting pedometer. It offers everything you need to measure your progress and track your goals. It’s easy to design a workout plan whether you’re jogging or doing a walking plan.
This model will track your steps, activity time, calories burned and calculate your distance. It also has an activity timer that tells you the time you have used during your workout (up to 10,000 minutes). It also keeps track of your distance of up to 999.99 miles.
Unlike some pedometers, you can reset this one each day, each week or month and still keep all of your data (steps, distance, calories and activity values) with the memory that is built in.
Other attributes for this model are, an adjustable stride length for better distance accuracy, a way to adjust your weight setting for more accurate calorie counting, dual leash slots built into the case for extra security. This unit weighs 8 oz and has a five year warranty. Some people have complained that the waist clip is a bit uncomfortable and not balanced allowing the unit to tip forward a bit. There are also some minor complaints about the setup being a bit difficult but there is a phone service to help facilitate your setup.
Accusplit AL1540 Pedometer
The 1540 activity pedometer is an economical model but has all of the features you are looking for. These include a five step filter, a distance counter that can compile up to 1,000 miles or kilometers and a step counter that can count up to 100,000 steps walking or jogging. For added safety the 1540 comes with a leash to attach to your waist to prevent loss.
The AL1504 also comes with the Accustep Activity Wellness Guide to help set up a walking or running program. This also includes instructions on how to wear the 1540. This unit only weighs in at 2.4 oz and for a cheaper model pedometer it has some great features.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets as well as product information. Want to learn more about Pedometers, go to: Accusplit Pedometers Or visit my website at Best Pedometers for more information about the best quality backpacks. Also see my other articles for Nail Fungus: Nail Fungus aka Onychomycosis
Omron Pedometer Reviews
Omron HJ-112 Pedometer
The Omron HJ-112 is designed to be carried in your pocket or your purse. It is rated as very accurate by a consumer testing group. In addition to counting steps, this pedometer is also capable of calculating miles walked, calories consumed and tracks aerobic steps (more than 60 steps/minute). It has a 7 day memory and the mechanism is very accurate and silent.
This is a highly accurate pedometer for walkers or runners who want to track running or walking workouts. This model is designed to wear on your waistband or in a pocket or purse. The unit should remain perpendicular to the ground but it is forgiving enough to be tilted or slanted, so long as it is not lying on its face or on its back relative to the ground. No value is given for the angle that you can not exceed but it stands to reason a bit of off angle and the pedometer will still be accurate.
This a very quiet pedometer with no clicking or rattling sounds. People find the clip very secure if you want to wear it on the waist. The HJ-112 uses a replaceable CR2032 battery, with a lifespan of 6 months on average.
Omron HJ-150 Pedometer
The HJ-150 pedometer is a simple step counting model with a 7 day memory. It is silent and is designed to be worn on the waist. The display shows your step counts and the time of day. One of the nice features about this pedometer is that it is impossible to reset accidentally. This is a big plus for people reaching down to reposition the pedometer while walking or running while not taking much care on how they grab it.
This model does not come with a leash but will stay securely on your waistband. The display will power down after 5 minutes of non use and uses a replaceable CR2032 battery. If you want simple, accurate and quiet, then this is the one for you.
Omron HJ-720ITC Pedometer
This pedometer is a full featured model that tracks steps, aerobic steps, calories, distance and can even calculate fat burned if uploaded to a computer. This pedometer also has a high tolerance for tilting and will remain accurate over other models. This model does not have a trip counter like others and will reset automatically at midnight but the data is stored in memory for later use.
This pedometer can be worn as a necklace or in a breast pocket as well as on the waist. This is a big advantage over other lower priced models. It comes with a mini USB cable and software to upload your data into a program that can calculate and keep track of all your data with graphs and stats.
The replaceable battery has a 6 month lifespan with normal use.
Choosing a pedometer should not be that hard as you will know what you want to track and whether you want to wear it on a waistband as in a workout or keep in a pocket or purse to track data all day while at work or shopping.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets as well as product information. Want to learn more about Pedometers, go to: Omron Pedometers Or visit my website at Best Pedometers for more information about the best quality pedometers. Also see my other article for Celestron Telescopes: Celestron C8 Telescopes
The Omron HJ-112 is designed to be carried in your pocket or your purse. It is rated as very accurate by a consumer testing group. In addition to counting steps, this pedometer is also capable of calculating miles walked, calories consumed and tracks aerobic steps (more than 60 steps/minute). It has a 7 day memory and the mechanism is very accurate and silent.
This is a highly accurate pedometer for walkers or runners who want to track running or walking workouts. This model is designed to wear on your waistband or in a pocket or purse. The unit should remain perpendicular to the ground but it is forgiving enough to be tilted or slanted, so long as it is not lying on its face or on its back relative to the ground. No value is given for the angle that you can not exceed but it stands to reason a bit of off angle and the pedometer will still be accurate.
This a very quiet pedometer with no clicking or rattling sounds. People find the clip very secure if you want to wear it on the waist. The HJ-112 uses a replaceable CR2032 battery, with a lifespan of 6 months on average.
Omron HJ-150 Pedometer
The HJ-150 pedometer is a simple step counting model with a 7 day memory. It is silent and is designed to be worn on the waist. The display shows your step counts and the time of day. One of the nice features about this pedometer is that it is impossible to reset accidentally. This is a big plus for people reaching down to reposition the pedometer while walking or running while not taking much care on how they grab it.
This model does not come with a leash but will stay securely on your waistband. The display will power down after 5 minutes of non use and uses a replaceable CR2032 battery. If you want simple, accurate and quiet, then this is the one for you.
Omron HJ-720ITC Pedometer
This pedometer is a full featured model that tracks steps, aerobic steps, calories, distance and can even calculate fat burned if uploaded to a computer. This pedometer also has a high tolerance for tilting and will remain accurate over other models. This model does not have a trip counter like others and will reset automatically at midnight but the data is stored in memory for later use.
This pedometer can be worn as a necklace or in a breast pocket as well as on the waist. This is a big advantage over other lower priced models. It comes with a mini USB cable and software to upload your data into a program that can calculate and keep track of all your data with graphs and stats.
The replaceable battery has a 6 month lifespan with normal use.
Choosing a pedometer should not be that hard as you will know what you want to track and whether you want to wear it on a waistband as in a workout or keep in a pocket or purse to track data all day while at work or shopping.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets as well as product information. Want to learn more about Pedometers, go to: Omron Pedometers Or visit my website at Best Pedometers for more information about the best quality pedometers. Also see my other article for Celestron Telescopes: Celestron C8 Telescopes
Pedometer Facts
What are they?
A pedometer is a device about the size of a beeper that you clip to your waistband and it counts the number of steps that you take.
Are They Accurate?
Pedometers detect the vertical motion of your hips as you walk. A pedometer is most accurate, studies show, when the person is walking faster than 3 mph. As the speed slows so does the accuracy and this is due to the mechanics of walking at a slower speed. People tend to drag or shuffle their feet at slower speeds and this results in less vertical motion of the hips that the pedometer needs to count steps. Accuracy at or above 3 mph can exceed 96% and at 2-3 mph can fall to 74%. Below 2 mph the accuracy can be as low as 60%. Needless to say that a brisk walk is what is needed here.
How Do Pedometers Work?
There are 2 types of pedometers in terms of internal workings. The first type is a mechanical spring lever that has a horizontal bar that is suspended by a spring parallel to the ground. When you walk and induce a vertical force or motion into the bar it moves upwards to complete an electrical circuit. Each closing and opening of the circuit is counted as one step.
The second type is also a beam but with a weight on the free end. At the other end the beam is connected to a piezoelectric cell. When vertical motion is applied, a pressure is induced into the cell that produces a voltage that is proportional to the force applied. These voltage oscillations are used to count you steps.
Which Type Is Best?
Piezoelectric type pedometers are more sensitive at slower speeds and tend to be more accurate below 2 mph. They also are not as sensitive to being tipped over from their horizontal position like a spring lever type is. A piezo type pedometer may only see a 10% reduction in accuracy when tipped at speeds below 2 mph while a spring lever could see a reduction in accuracy of up to 60% below 2 mph. So, if you are older or overweight and walk slowly, the piezo design is probably the way to go.
Pedometers should be worn on your waistline in line with your leg. If you have a problem with attaching to your waistline then you can attach to your sock. This should give you the same vertical motion needed.
Testing Your Pedometer For Accuracy
When you first get your new pedometer and want to check it for accuracy or want to do interim checks on one you own now then set the pedometer to zero. Carefully count off 100 steps to see what kind of result you get. Remember that you are looking for a +/-10% accuracy, which means anything in the range of 90-110 steps. If you don’t get it in this range then try to reposition your pedometer and walk again and see if that makes a difference. Some people have different gaits to their walk and it is just a matter of trial and error to find the best position for you.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets as well as product information. Want to learn more about Pedometers, go to: Sportline Pedometers Or visit my website at Best Pedometers for more information about the best quality pedometers. Also see my other articles on The Paleo Diet: A List Of Paleo Foods
A pedometer is a device about the size of a beeper that you clip to your waistband and it counts the number of steps that you take.
Are They Accurate?
Pedometers detect the vertical motion of your hips as you walk. A pedometer is most accurate, studies show, when the person is walking faster than 3 mph. As the speed slows so does the accuracy and this is due to the mechanics of walking at a slower speed. People tend to drag or shuffle their feet at slower speeds and this results in less vertical motion of the hips that the pedometer needs to count steps. Accuracy at or above 3 mph can exceed 96% and at 2-3 mph can fall to 74%. Below 2 mph the accuracy can be as low as 60%. Needless to say that a brisk walk is what is needed here.
How Do Pedometers Work?
There are 2 types of pedometers in terms of internal workings. The first type is a mechanical spring lever that has a horizontal bar that is suspended by a spring parallel to the ground. When you walk and induce a vertical force or motion into the bar it moves upwards to complete an electrical circuit. Each closing and opening of the circuit is counted as one step.
The second type is also a beam but with a weight on the free end. At the other end the beam is connected to a piezoelectric cell. When vertical motion is applied, a pressure is induced into the cell that produces a voltage that is proportional to the force applied. These voltage oscillations are used to count you steps.
Which Type Is Best?
Piezoelectric type pedometers are more sensitive at slower speeds and tend to be more accurate below 2 mph. They also are not as sensitive to being tipped over from their horizontal position like a spring lever type is. A piezo type pedometer may only see a 10% reduction in accuracy when tipped at speeds below 2 mph while a spring lever could see a reduction in accuracy of up to 60% below 2 mph. So, if you are older or overweight and walk slowly, the piezo design is probably the way to go.
Pedometers should be worn on your waistline in line with your leg. If you have a problem with attaching to your waistline then you can attach to your sock. This should give you the same vertical motion needed.
Testing Your Pedometer For Accuracy
When you first get your new pedometer and want to check it for accuracy or want to do interim checks on one you own now then set the pedometer to zero. Carefully count off 100 steps to see what kind of result you get. Remember that you are looking for a +/-10% accuracy, which means anything in the range of 90-110 steps. If you don’t get it in this range then try to reposition your pedometer and walk again and see if that makes a difference. Some people have different gaits to their walk and it is just a matter of trial and error to find the best position for you.
My name is Allan Stewart and I have several websites dedicated to health and well being for people and pets as well as product information. Want to learn more about Pedometers, go to: Sportline Pedometers Or visit my website at Best Pedometers for more information about the best quality pedometers. Also see my other articles on The Paleo Diet: A List Of Paleo Foods
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