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Pedometers
- Best pedometer Omron GoSmart Pocket Pedometer HJ-112 *Est. $25
- Basic pedometer that counts steps only Yamax Digi-Walker SW-200 *Est. $20
- Pedometer with wrist monitor Timex Ironman Fitness Tracker *Est. $70
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Best pedometer
- Tracks activity intensity, distance and calories
- Highly accurate in most situations
- Multiple placement options
- Works at a slow walking pace
- Silent
- Bulky
- Less accurate in a pants pocket
- No cover over buttons
- Short battery life
In both clinical and consumer testing, the Omron GoSmart Pocket Pedometer HJ-112 precisely counts steps at slow and fast walking speeds -- even for overweight individuals. The pedometer uses dual accelerometers, and it remains accurate in a shirt pocket or bag as well as on the hip. Most users have nothing but praise for this pedometer that also tracks aerobic steps, distance and calories. A few downsides noted are a bit bulky size and problems with the step count resetting in the middle of the day. If you want only a basic pedometer that counts nothing but steps, the Yamax Digi-Walker SW-200 (*Est. $20) is more compact, and users have reported that it has a long-lasting battery.
We found the best feedback on the Omron GoSmart Pocket Pedometer HJ-112 in a study published in Science & Medicine in Sports & Exercise, the journal of the American College of Sports Medicine. ConsumerReports.org editors also test the Omron HJ-112 among six pedometers. More informal reviews of this pedometer are at the National Education Association, Pedometers.com and About.com. Unlike most other pedometers, there is a wealth of owner-written reviews on the Omron HJ-112, especially at Amazon.com, Walmart.com and Drugstore.com.
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1. Science & Medicine in Sports & Exercise
Researchers enlist nearly 100 walkers to test the Omron GoSmart Pocket Pedometer HJ-112 while they walk on a treadmill at varying speeds. The steps are manually recorded by an investigator and compared to the control pedometer, the Yamax Digi-Walker SW-701. Interestingly, not only does the Omron GoSmart Pocket Pedometer HJ-112 score excellent results for accuracy, it outperforms the Yamax Digi-Walker SW-701 at every walking speed.
Review: Validity of the Omron HJ-112 Pedometer during Treadmill Walking, Rebecca E. Hasson, et. al., April 2009
2. ConsumerReports.orgDetails/Subscribe
ConsumerReports.org editors test six pedometers, including the Omron GoSmart Pocket Pedometer HJ-112. Each pedometer receives a rating on accuracy, ease of use and features.
Review: Pedometer Ratings, Editors of ConsumerReports.org, February 2009
3. NEA Today
This magazine of the National Education Association publishes a brief review of five pedometers. It includes opinions from Scott Crouter, a pedometer expert at the University of Massachusetts, and an unknown panel. The Omron GoSmart Pocket Pedometer HJ-112 is praised for its accuracy, and Crouter says the pedometer should not be affected by body size, thanks to internal accelerometers. It should be noted that the site does not display the correct picture next to each pedometer.
Review: Picking a Pedometer, Gini Kopecky Wallace, January 2008
An engineering firm that specializes in product testing provides ratings and brief reviews of more than 20 pedometers at Pedometers.com. Separate ratings are given for accuracy, reliability, mechanics, usability, size, battery life and durability. The Omron GoSmart Pocket Pedometer HJ-112 receives a 3-star rating (out of a possible 5), primarily for a shorter-than-average battery life.
Review: The Anatomy of a Pedometer, Editors of Pedometers.com
5. About.com
Wendy Bumgardner, the walking guide at About.com, ranks the Omron GoSmart Pocket Pedometer HJ-112 as her top pick among nine pedometers. She praises the secure clip, 7-day memory and silent functioning. Her only complaint is that it is larger than other pedometers. (Note: ConsumerSearch is owned by About.com, but the two don't share an editorial affiliation.)
Review: Top 9 Best Pedometers, Wendy Bumgardner, Updated July 4, 2010
6. Amazon.com
The Omron GoSmart Pocket Pedometer HJ-112 attracts more than 2,700 owner-written reviews on Amazon.com, including more than 2,000 5-star reviews. Owners say this pedometer is sturdy, accurate and easy to use. Those who don't like this pedometer say it's too bulky and the clip isn't strong enough. A few say the reset button can be pushed too easily (erasing your step count), because there's no protective cover.
Review: Omron HJ-112 Digital Pocket Pedometer, Contributors to Amazon.com
7. Walmart.com
The Omron GoSmart Pocket Pedometer HJ-112 attracts 475 reviews at Walmart.com, where it receives a high rating of 4.8 stars out of 5 for accuracy. Downsides noted are that the belt clip could be a little stronger and the size is a little bulky.
Review: Omron Premium Pedometer, Contributors to Walmart.com
Drugstore.com is a retail site that sells several models of pedometers. The Omron GoSmart Pocket Pedometer HJ-112 receives 4.6 stars out of 5 from almost 200 owners. Most reviewers say it is a good all-day pedometer that's accurate and easy to use.
Review: Omron Pocket Pedometer, HJ-112, Contributors to Drugstore.com
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