I mostly use mine for running. I really wanted something I could justify wearing all the time. The Samsung Gear S was almost perfect, but the GPS just took too long to sync.

So just today I started trying something new -- a Garmin Forerunner 225. I hate the display, and it doesn't have anywhere near the functionality of the Samsung, but the GPS syncs instantly, the HR works well, and so far, I like it better for running.

So that's a long-winded way of saying there are MANY choices available, and it really depends on the features you're looking for.

I just purchased the Fitbit Charge HR one week ago. I wanted to quit wearing a watch with my Jawbone UP24, and the Fitbit has the digital time display as one of the features. I switched to the Fitbit the first day I purchased it, but I the Jawbone seemed more accurate for the sleep feature. The next day I added the Jawbone to compare. I did set the sleep feature in Fitbit to sensitive and that helped a little, but I still think the Jawbone is more accurate. I've been wearing both for almost a week now. The Fitbit shows about 1000 steps more each day, but I can't say which is the more accurate count.

I like both!

I've got the basic fitbit zip. The only exercise I do is walking, so a HR monitor would be pretty pointless for me.

I have the FitBit Surge. Chose it because: 1) Built in HRM--no chest strap; 2) All day wear for tracking all activity; and 3) GPS tracking for running. Sort of a combo between a standard FitBit and a dedicated running watch.

The only annoying thing is that you have to charge it every couple of days (I just hook it up to charge when I hop in the shower and it is usually fully charged by the time I get out, so not really a big deal).

Probably a little unnecessary unless you're doing a lot of outdoor running and want the GPS feature, though.

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My Christmas wish for a gift from family is a fitness device to wear all the time to replace by big old Garmin HR monitor.

There are so many Fitbits & Garmin styles. Reviews and features only have me now confused. so Im asking the group -

What is your choice and model you use and what do you like about it???

Hello, UP 3 by Jawbone is the best

I've had a Fitbit 1 for 3 years - but it only counts steps and sleep.

I started doing serious treadmill and weight a few weeks ago and my old heart monitor was dead, I went to get a plain wrist cheap HM, but the store had a 25% off all products and I ended up getting a Garmin VIvoActive with HR strap [not cheap but they have been on sale recently]. It does piles of things that I like, but requires a commitment to learn all its features. Research before buying it see if its for you. Needs an Android or ios phone/tablet to set up and to see full results- but not needed when using it.

You can buy with of without an HR chest strap - you might want to buy the watch and get a 3rd party heart monitor.

Does general activity, graphs routes, track speed and heart rate along route,handles running/walking/biking inside and outside. Sleep monitor. Lots of free addon/mini-apps/customization - like "find my car"

I'm super happy with it - user forum support is very good, it has a lot of options to play with and takes a week to get it "right" for you.

Also, don't forget Fitbit has challenges with your friends, which spurs me on every single week. Their dashboard, fitbit forums and customer support are excellent too.

I started with a Fitbit Zip - liked it but it had battery life issues and Support said it was defective (but wouldn't replace it because I bought it from an unauthorized retailer... eBay, haha). So I got mad and bought a Misfit Shine instead. Loved it!! Never lost it, wore it all the time. It's awesome. Highly recommend!!!

Recently I switched back and bought another Zip though because I moved to tracking my intake at MyNetDiary and they don't support Misfit. They SAY support is coming soon, but they've been saying that for ages. Anyway, this time I bought the Fitbit from Amazon, which is good because I've had to have it replaced twice now in under 6 months for the same stupid battery issue. I won't buy another.

If this one turns out bunk as well, I'm going to try the Jawbone Up Move. I don't want a watch band type, I'm not particularly interested in heart rate monitoring (and if I was, I have a Polar FT4 for that), and I don't need a device to tell me I sleep like crap, I already know that! So, yeah. Favorite I've ever worn was the Misfit; I use Fitbit out of necessity, and I hope this one falls out of its holster or dies or gives me some other excuse to try the Up Move.