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The 8 best fitness trackers for each type of user

The 8 best fitness trackers for each type of user

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It seems like every company makes a fitness tracker these days. Even Amazon has created oneโ€”and thatโ€™s in addition to the seemingly endless stream of no-name brands offered on its website. Aside from some major names like Fitbit and Garmin, though, most consumers are unaware of what all is out there.

Smaller names like Oura and Whoop have drummed up some buzz for themselves by eliminating screens entirely and focusing on very specific metrics, while the line between smartwatches and most other fitness trackers has become increasingly blurry.

Iโ€™ve strapped on just about every fitness tracker available, and I've sweated out at least my own weight-testing them. Below is the list of trackers worth your consideration, whether youโ€™re just starting your fitness journey or you're well along your way.

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