I lost my tickr chest strap and decided maybe I should get the tickr Fit. But it says only 30 hours before the battery has to be charged. This compared to 500 hours on the Ticker button battery (replaceable). But if you got 3 months of heavy usage on the Tickr Fit, that is good enough for me.
Nice review of comfort and ease of use but you didn't say anything about relative accuracy. This was the main reason I was interested in your review and I'd be interested to hear how the heart rate data compares.
I’m not exactly sure how to test if the readout from with Wahoo was exactly accurate. It would probably cost some money to go to a scientific lab to do this. The best way I could test it was to run it with another brand and see how close their readouts were. I found they were usually pretty close. I also figured that if they weren’t perfect, at least they got me “in the range” which was fine for my purposes.
Roberto, happy I could help! I would go with the TICKR Fit...the arm band version. After a little while, I found myself forgetting it was there. Wearing it for 24hrs? You must be doing an in-depth heart-rate test!
@@FitnessFinance4u heheh, the problem is that no smart watches/wrist bands on the market are able to reliably pick individual heartbeats, which makes their heart variability scores utter rubbish. The devices you are reviewing do the job better than fitbits than wristbands that cost 10 times as much. If you want a suggestion for a video - it would be great to see a comparison between this kind of devices + iphone app and your regular wristband, such as a fitbit. Just to understand how much of the fitbit's functionality can actually be replicated at a portion of the price with the plus side of being much more accurate.
kt1pl2, I think they are both accurate enough. In fact it was hard to tell the difference. I think if you want to do a “true” accuracy test, you’d have to set up a very hi-tech and expensive review involving some sophisticated equipment. I have a feeling that the chest strap would probably win out, but that’s just my opinion. Not sure if that helped?
Does the tickr chest monitor still work to this day? I heard some horrendous reviews about it. If it still does, I’d love to know your technique in keeping it functional for such a long time.
I used it for about a year and it was working fine. I didn’t use it every day though and I haven’t used it in over a year, so not sure if it’s still working. I do think that it’s such a good price point, even if you had to buy a new one every two years, it would be worth it.
Tickr would only work when I pressed -both- sensors -hard- against my chest (even with gel on sensors). Loses connection after 3 minutes (per manual when it is idle for 3 mins).
@@FitnessFinance4u Here's the test. I open the back and press the battery and it flashes trying to make the connection. Place the battery back. Put on Tickr... connection lost after 3 mins (manual says it will do this after 3 mins of idle). I try wetting the sensors per Wahoo support. Same problem. Nothing works. (I have an Android phone, which works fine with other ANT+ health accessories.)
That’s a bummer. I guess I’m lucky as It’s working great with my Apple Watch. Sounds like it doesn’t work the same with all devices? Have you tried updating any software on your Garmen, or is that not possible?
Henry, yes. Although, I didn't need to get a new battery for either of them until after almost 2 years, so they are pretty low maintenance. They use those flat circular batteries. I believe the number is 2048 and you can but them on Amazon. Double check before you buy though!
@@FitnessFinance4u Can you try and see if it works on your forehead please? I think all you would need is to wear another monitor and compare readings while holding the Tickr Fit to the side of your head by your temple. I really need a good optical monitor for my heart condition so I would greatly appreciate if you could check?
Hmmm...I didn't see anywhere on the instructions specifying which forearm. It just says "wear on the forearm". I wore it on my right forearm and my right bicep (when I was running round the track), and I got constant and consistent monitoring from both locations.
Tickr x is as good as the one you have but with more features. Do not tell viewers to skip something you haven't tried. Makes your rather good video, lose credibility
shaolin95, I watched my video again to make sure of what I had said. I start talking about the Tickr X @ 4:17. I said "I had seen some mixed reviews" on it and "I would just stick with the original one (Tickr) if you wanted a basic heart rate monitor." I can see how that can sound bad. I was thinking price the whole time, and also the fact that the Tickr is a dependable product for a very inexpensive price, and wanted to let people know that. But you are right, I need to test something first before I say anything about it. Point taken.
Great update review! Well done and very helpful!
Thanks Rob!
Very nice. I also like your personality
Thanks Fabian!
This is very helpful. Thank you
You're very welcome Pittawat!
I lost my tickr chest strap and decided maybe I should get the tickr Fit. But it says only 30 hours before the battery has to be charged. This compared to 500 hours on the Ticker button battery (replaceable). But if you got 3 months of heavy usage on the Tickr Fit, that is good enough for me.
Jay G. I was pretty impressed by the TICKR Fit!
Nice review of comfort and ease of use but you didn't say anything about relative accuracy. This was the main reason I was interested in your review and I'd be interested to hear how the heart rate data compares.
I’m not exactly sure how to test if the readout from with Wahoo was exactly accurate. It would probably cost some money to go to a scientific lab to do this. The best way I could test it was to run it with another brand and see how close their readouts were. I found they were usually pretty close. I also figured that if they weren’t perfect, at least they got me “in the range” which was fine for my purposes.
Extremely helpful - which one would you recommend to wear 24/7? I.e. comfortable to while sleeping and less visible under the clothes
Roberto, happy I could help! I would go with the TICKR Fit...the arm band version. After a little while, I found myself forgetting it was there. Wearing it for 24hrs? You must be doing an in-depth heart-rate test!
@@FitnessFinance4u heheh, the problem is that no smart watches/wrist bands on the market are able to reliably pick individual heartbeats, which makes their heart variability scores utter rubbish. The devices you are reviewing do the job better than fitbits than wristbands that cost 10 times as much. If you want a suggestion for a video - it would be great to see a comparison between this kind of devices + iphone app and your regular wristband, such as a fitbit. Just to understand how much of the fitbit's functionality can actually be replicated at a portion of the price with the plus side of being much more accurate.
Thanks for the idea
Thank you
Your welcome! I hope it helped!
It didn't really answer my question which was...which one is more accurate.
kt1pl2, I think they are both accurate enough. In fact it was hard to tell the difference. I think if you want to do a “true” accuracy test, you’d have to set up a very hi-tech and expensive review involving some sophisticated equipment. I have a feeling that the chest strap would probably win out, but that’s just my opinion. Not sure if that helped?
Does the tickr chest monitor still work to this day? I heard some horrendous reviews about it. If it still does, I’d love to know your technique in keeping it functional for such a long time.
I used it for about a year and it was working fine. I didn’t use it every day though and I haven’t used it in over a year, so not sure if it’s still working. I do think that it’s such a good price point, even if you had to buy a new one every two years, it would be worth it.
@@FitnessFinance4u alright, appreciate the response!
Tickr would only work when I pressed -both- sensors -hard- against my chest (even with gel on sensors). Loses connection after 3 minutes (per manual when it is idle for 3 mins).
hmmm...I never had that problem. Are you using an Apple Watch? Might need to get on the phone with their support team.
@@FitnessFinance4u Here's the test. I open the back and press the battery and it flashes trying to make the connection. Place the battery back. Put on Tickr... connection lost after 3 mins (manual says it will do this after 3 mins of idle). I try wetting the sensors per Wahoo support. Same problem. Nothing works. (I have an Android phone, which works fine with other ANT+ health accessories.)
I have so much problems with Wahoo chest strap connect to my Garmin edge and don't waste your money on this product.
That’s a bummer. I guess I’m lucky as It’s working great with my Apple Watch. Sounds like it doesn’t work the same with all devices? Have you tried updating any software on your Garmen, or is that not possible?
Does a person need to buy a new battery for the tikr HRM that goes around a persons chest?
Henry, yes. Although, I didn't need to get a new battery for either of them until after almost 2 years, so they are pretty low maintenance. They use those flat circular batteries. I believe the number is 2048 and you can but them on Amazon. Double check before you buy though!
Have you tried the armband sensor on chest? I’m wondering if I can use my wahoo tickr fit on my chest🤔
Fancy Lin...you may be on to something new there. Let me know how that goes.
Does the Tickr Fit work on your forehead like the Polar OH1?
Good question Brandon. I didn’t try that.
@@FitnessFinance4u Can you try and see if it works on your forehead please? I think all you would need is to wear another monitor and compare readings while holding the Tickr Fit to the side of your head by your temple.
I really need a good optical monitor for my heart condition so I would greatly appreciate if you could check?
Wahoo tickr or
polar h9? Thanks
Pietro, I haven’t tried the Polar H9,, but I really love my Wahoo TICKR. Good price point and is still working great!
I’m not 100% sure ... HRM armband goes on the left arm.
Hmmm...I didn't see anywhere on the instructions specifying which forearm. It just says "wear on the forearm". I wore it on my right forearm and my right bicep (when I was running round the track), and I got constant and consistent monitoring from both locations.
Tickr x is as good as the one you have but with more features. Do not tell viewers to skip something you haven't tried. Makes your rather good video, lose credibility
shaolin95, I watched my video again to make sure of what I had said. I start talking about the Tickr X @ 4:17. I said "I had seen some mixed reviews" on it and "I would just stick with the original one (Tickr) if you wanted a basic heart rate monitor." I can see how that can sound bad. I was thinking price the whole time, and also the fact that the Tickr is a dependable product for a very inexpensive price, and wanted to let people know that. But you are right, I need to test something first before I say anything about it. Point taken.