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Review on πŸƒ 3DFitBud Simple Step Counter Walking 3D Pedometer - Clip & Lanyard Included (Model A420S) by Shannon Redd

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EXTREMELY inaccurate - useless for step counting

I really liked this article. I just wanted something simple for counting steps and didn't want to bother setting it up on a fancy device or all the unwanted options that come with it. I took 30 steps from my living room to the kitchen sink and counted. Device recorded 37, more than 20% discount. I then picked up my water glass, filled it with tap water, took a sip, and put the glass down β€” in smooth, slow motions β€” and now the device displayed 51 steps, while I'd only walked 30 before lying down or standing up, the device adds at least Add 12-15 steps, sometimes 20. With normal walking, that's more than 20% fewer. Each movement will add a large number of steps that you didn't actually take. Reaching out and picking up my phone while seated or typing on my laptop while seated adds many extra steps. I used to have a Fitbit and it was almost 100% accurate. I would be happy if this instrument was about 90% accurate. But $25 is too much for a pedometer that doesn't work and counts a few steps with the slightest movement. I estimate if you ONLY wear it for walking and not for the rest of your life, it can be about 75% accurate on continuous, steady walks. But it's definitely less than 50% accurate if you plan to wear it to track your steps throughout a typical day. If it was a cheap $10 pedometer I wouldn't be so disappointed. But for $25 I expected it to work. This is a huge divorce. I am extremely disappointed.

Pros
  • TRACK YOUR DAILY STEPS - Keeps track of your steps simply but effectively so you can see your progress as you move, giving you extra motivation to reach your fitness goal. No other complicated programs, just press the button on the back to start.
Cons
  • Slightly torn