The Fitbit Zip is an economical fitness tracker. Priced at $59.95, it is one of the least expensive trackers on the market. (For comparison, the Fitbit One and Withings Pulse are both $99.95.) But does the Zip’s lower price mean compromising on features? I tested this tracker out for a week to see how it compares to other devices. Here’s a look at how much you get for the bargain price.

Overall Rating: 6/10

If you’re looking for an inexpensive, basic tracker that provides a bit of motivation, the Zip is a good one. But the Zip lacks some of the frills you’ll see with  more expensive devices, including sleep tracking, a lit- up screen, an alarm and a way to track the floors you climb.

Design/Comfort: 5.5/10

The Zip is a small, lightweight device (weighing just 8 grams, or 0.28 ounces), and has a smooth, sleek feel. You can easily slip the Zip in your pocket and forget it’s there. You can also place the Zip in the provided clip, and wear it like a pedometer on your waistband. For those who like a choice of colors, the device comes in five: black, white, blue, lime green and pink.

The screen is easy to read, but it does not light up, so you won’t be able to check your steps in the dark.

The Zip tracks three basic metrics: steps taken, calories burned and distances walked. Unlike its more expensive cousin the Fitbit One, the Zip does not track floors climbed, or hours slept.

You don’t have to worry about charging the Zip — it comes with a watch battery — but you will need to replace the battery every four to six months.
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