Coming from the world of Fitbit, that used to malfunction quite often and would be useless. This one is good. The tracking is great and the insights one gets is quite profound. The only issue, if it's even one, is the band. Wish they had a easy way to use the unit. All good otherwise and am quite pleased.
I bought this as a birthday gift for my husband. He is quite happy with the product. How good it is in terms of tracking and performance will only be known after some data is collected and compared with his other device. Hope this will help him understand his recovery patterns after long runs.
I purchased this for to track strain/recovery for neurological issues. It's not a medical device, but it allows me to better know when to stop and when I can safely push it a little. Overall, it's been life changing. I have a much better understanding of how my actions impact my health. As a result, I've been able to focus on actions that promote greater recovery and it's made a substantial difference in a very short amount of time. it's also allowed me to see trends that weren't visible on my Apple Watch. The app is very helpful and once you understand the data behind the metrics and how to navigate, it's insightful. They released version 5 right after my purchase and upgraded me at no cost (you're actually paying or a membership). The 5 is about the same, however, the band doesn't latch as easily for some reason. It does add some metrics, but they haven't opened bc they need more time to calibrate. All--in-all the device itself is very well designed. The band breathes well and is easy to wash. It dries quickly and it doesn't get funky. The battery lasts days - which is wonderful, so wonderful I stopped wearing my other fitness band and I'll probably go back to a regular watch. The Apple Health integration is also nice, and as someone who has used other fitness trackers - both Apple and Fitibit - I don't feel like I'm missing anything, this actually has everything but the ECG which you can get in the upgraded version if needed.
So, I was totally on the fence about getting this thing because of all the negative reviews floating around. But let me tell you, this sleep tracker is a game-changer! It's perfect for anyone who wants to dive deep into their sleep quality and recovery process.I've only had it for a short time, like less than two weeks, and already, I'm blown away. It's seriously helped me figure out when to go all out and when to dial it back for a rest day. The sleep data it provides is top-notch, and the AI-generated suggestions tailored to your health goals and daily habits are spot-on.Now, the only downside is the starter band, which kinda sucks, to be honest. My advice? Save up for a better one if you're planning to stick with Whoop for the long haul. Oh, and here's the best part - it syncs up seamlessly with Apple Watch and Apple Health. It's not about choosing one over the other; they actually work together to give you a more complete picture of your health and fitness journey.Trust me, this sleep tracker is a total game-changer. I can't recommend it highly enough!