With the advancement of technology, many of the best models with the big brands have become reasonably priced. AMOLED display, heart rate tracking, sleep tracking, and automatic activity detection are now features of low to mid-range smart devices, not just expensive smartwatches. There are countless options available in the market to choose your best tracker.
You can pick up an Apple watch for hundreds of dollars, but if you want to save some bucks and look for an affordable one with the best features, we are here to help you.
The two current front-runners for the best budget fitness trackers are the Fitbit Inspire 2 and Huawei Band 7. Here’s the full comparison of both of the fitness bands.
Design
The Fitbit Inspire 2 and the Huawei Band 7 come with small, sleek devices that offer clap-on straps that users can easily swap. The Fitbit Inspire 2 comes in black, while the Band 7 comes in black, green, red, and pink with bands that match. In terms of design and comfort, both are the same. The Huawei Band 7 has a bigger screen and a slimmer strap, giving it a lighter aesthetic. The big difference is noticeable once you turn them on.
The Inspire 2 is easier to read in direct sunlight due to its OLED display with black and white support. On the other hand, the Band 7 offers an AMOLED display with full-color backing. That makes the display more customizable, with colorful watch faces pleasing to the eye and bright and clear enough to read in all conditions. Band 7 is the clear winner in this segment.
The Huawei Band 7 comes with a physical side button compared to the touch-sensitive side of the Inspire 2. The physical side button is easier to use, but there is always a chance that physical parts can break in the future.
Features
The Huawei Band 7 supports heart-rate monitoring and automatic SpO2. It automatically alerts you if your blood oxygen level or heart rate strays from the healthy range, whereas the SpO2 feature is missing in Fitbit Inspire 2. Both trackers are feature-packed at a reasonable price rate. Even much more expensive options require you to start it manually.
Both fitness bands have various in-built workout options, with basic activities like running, cycling, swimming, weight-lifting, and many more. Both water-proof features make it suitable for use in pools or open water.
You will get a solid sleep tracker for whichever fitness band you choose. Both do a great job of identifying the quality of sleep, sleep stages, and breathing patterns throughout the night. Since both are light and comfortable, it’s easy to wear them in bed.
Both fitness trackers do a great job in terms of battery usage. The Huawei Band 7 can run up to two weeks in typical usage scenarios and up to 10 days in heavy usage scenarios. Huawei can last up to 2 days on just a five-minute of charge. The Fitbit Inspire 2 can easily last up to 10 days without stopping for a charge.
The downside of both trackers is that none of them feature GPS tracking. It means you won’t be able to map your run or cycling without carrying a smartphone. Also, there is no onboard storage for saving music to enjoy during your workouts.
Value for money
Features are the crux of the fitness bands to determine how they handle your fitness journey. Fitbit Inspire 2 offers guided workouts such as yoga, which also challenges you to be more adventurous and sportier.
All the exclusive features are included in Fitbit premium, while you get a one-year membership in the Inspire 2. That’s a great option as it lets you check out additional features like sports workouts, dietary suggestions, and deeper sleep analysis. It also comes with a daily readiness score, which monitors how much sleep you have had, how recently you worked out, how much you should work out, and your level of activities. It also recommends if you need to rest and heal and how much activities are okay during recovery.
On the other hand, the Huawei Band 7 does not offer premium membership but has an array of training programs for sport-focused events. For example, it includes beginner plans for running, advanced strategies for marathons, and other techniques for intermediates. All of these features come free of cost, but Fitbit Premium is a little more versatile. In terms of notifications, both Band 7 and Inspire 2 can read them but cannot reply.
Final verdict
Choosing the right budget tracker depends entirely on users’ preferences and budgets. Fitbit Inspire 2 packs more features along with its Fitbit premium subscription. However, both trackers can offer their users the best health-tracking options.
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