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Fitbit Zip Review (and Giveaway!!!!!)

Fitbit Zip Review

The New Year is just around the corner and with that comes a slew of New Year’s Resolutions.

This is year I’m taking a different approach t0 resolutions rather than change a “bad habit” I’ve decided to improve upon an already good habit, walking. I’m setting a goal to walk at least 3, 000,000 steps in 2013! Three million steps may sound like a lot until you break it down and see it’s 10,000 steps on 3oo hundred days of 2013.  Totally doable!

Reaching that goal is going to be simpler with my new Fitbit Zip.

The Zip is a newish gadget from Fitbit. Zip tracks your number of steps, calories burned, distance, and it is a clock. It automatically (after intial set up) and wirelessly syncs to your computer and select smartphones.

Here is what I think after wearing the Fitbit Zip for a over month now.

Fitbit Zip Review

“Yeah yeah!!!”

Secure: My Fitbit Zip stays in place all day long whether clipped to the my waistband, inside my pocket, or on my bra.

Fitbit Zip Review

Easy to Read: A few taps on the screen scrolls through your stats. If you have a compatible smartphone you can check your stats without even looking at the device.

Motivating: The Fitbit Zip is great for those who want to move more and need a little extra push to get up. (Ahem!)

Screenshot of Fitbit Dashboard

Screenshot of Mobile Fitbit App

No Monthly Subscription Fee:  When you purchase the Zip you gain access to their free (and easy to use) online dashboard and free mobile app which shows your daily and cumulative progress.

Syncs with Other Health Apps: I just recently opened up a MyFitnessPal to account to stay accountable to a friend. (Do I really want that extra glass of wine?) I was excited to find out that MyFitnessPal syncs my meals and activities to my Fitbit account and adjusts my daily net calorie goal based on my activity. Check out the list of Fitbit compatible apps.

The Initial Set Up: The initial set up was easy. You just insert the battery using the battery door tool and set up your free Fitbit account and sync using the USB dongle.

Excellent Customer Service: I had a few questions about synching to my computer (I didn’t realize I needed to keep the dongle in my USB port.) and Fitbit emailed me back quickly with a friendly and helpful response.

Fun!!!: It’s fun to go on a hike and see how much you walked. It’s fun to look at your progress on your Fitbit dashboard. It’s fun to set and reach goals. It’s fun to get an email congratulating you on reaching your goals.

“Hmmm???”

Remember to Add Your Activity:  You have to enter any extra activity other than walking separately to get a more accurate calorie burn. This is especially important if you are tracking your calories. You want to make sure you are eating enough to support your caloric output so your metabolism stays firing so don’t forget to add that extra activity.

Not always lightening fast: Most of the time it syncs quickly but sometimes it takes a minute or two to sync to my computer or phone. Not a big deal but wanted to let you know.

Not rechargeable: Unlike it’s cousin the Fitbit, the Zip is not rechargeable and uses a watch battery. The battery will last 4-6 months. On one hand I would prefer it to be rechargeable. On the other hand, it’s really great to not have an extra cord to deal with or have to remember to charge it.

Questions you may have about my Fitbit Zip Review.

What is the difference between the Fitbit One and the Fitbit Zip?

The Zip is less expensive than the One. The Zip doesn’t track sleep, floors climbed, or have an alarm. You can compare the Fitbit Zip to the Fitbit One side by side here.

Fitbit Zip Review

How big is the Fitbit Zip?

It’s small but not so small that you worry about losing it. I also don’t have any trouble hiding it when I want to wear it but not see it.

Do you think the calorie burn is accurate?

I have never had my metabolism professionally tested so I can’t comment with certainty on its accuracy. I will say I  think it is a very good estimate. My calories burned on the Zip (as long as I add my extra activities) are comparable to other activity trackers I have used.  As always it’s most important to listen to your body over a device. If you are hungry then eat. If you are exhausted then rest no matter what a device says. I use the Fitbit Zip as it is intended as a motivational tool and it’s AWESOME! Most of my favorite activities are sedentary and the Zip gives me the motivation I need to get up and move more. 

Fitbit Zip Giveaway

Here is the best part of my Fitbit Zip review!! You can win a Fitbit Zip to help you reach your New Year’s goals!!! Fitbit has generously offered to give one Zip away to a Girl Heroes reader.  

You have up to 6 chances to win! To enter fill out the form below. (If you are on your phone it may take a few moments for the form to load.)

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Giveaway open to US residents 18 and older only!

Have you ever used a Fitbit Zip or other activity tracker?  What was your experience? Are you setting any fitness goals for 2013? 

Hugs and High Fives,
Jenn

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Disclosure: I was provided a Fitbit Zip  for the purpose of this review.  All opinions are my own.

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108 Responses to “Fitbit Zip Review (and Giveaway!!!!!)”

  1. On December 29, 2012 at 12:52 pm kolya responded with... #

    Goal is to slowly cut down my calories and up my daily activity to lose those damn last five pounds!

    Reply
  2. On December 29, 2012 at 1:30 pm J @ semplicemente .. J responded with... #

    Have always wanted to track my activity level being that I am often behind a desk.

    Reply
  3. On December 29, 2012 at 1:51 pm Julie responded with... #

    I am pregnant right now and am limited to walking (driving me crazy!) so this would be a great way to track my activity.

    Reply
  4. On December 29, 2012 at 2:01 pm Allison responded with... #

    I hurt my knee and am far less active. I would live to try this and see how much less active I am.

    Reply
  5. On December 29, 2012 at 6:17 pm Lauren responded with... #

    My New Year resolution is to start eating clean!!

    Reply
  6. On December 29, 2012 at 7:35 pm Haley responded with... #

    I am a total homebody, so this would definitely motivate me to move more!

    Reply
  7. On December 29, 2012 at 8:28 pm Madeline responded with... #

    My goal is to exercise consistently, especially around holiday, birthdays, etc.

    Reply
  8. On December 30, 2012 at 7:18 am zoey responded with... #

    my goal is to not let working out and dancing completely fall by the wayside when grad school starts back up!

    Reply
  9. On December 30, 2012 at 8:48 am ashley responded with... #

    one of my goals in 2013 is to focus on eating and working out to be at my best health, instead of focusing on losing weight.

    Reply
  10. On December 30, 2012 at 9:04 am Ashley responded with... #

    I hope to learn to be more calm and collected in the new year!

    Reply
  11. On December 30, 2012 at 9:22 am Heather @ Better With Veggies responded with... #

    One of my goals for 2013 is to enjoy most of training for my second Ironman! It’s a lot of time, so I want it to be FUN! :)

    Reply
  12. On December 30, 2012 at 10:08 am Kim P responded with... #

    I am going to loose 4% of my body weight in January.

    Reply
  13. On December 30, 2012 at 1:40 pm Allison French responded with... #

    My goal is to eat less sugar and to pay attention to which foods have added sugar. I wish I knew about the Fitbit before Christmas so I could have put it on my list.

    Reply
  14. On December 30, 2012 at 1:47 pm Stephanie responded with... #

    This seems like a cool gadget – would love to use it to track my activity!

    Reply
  15. On December 30, 2012 at 4:37 pm Joey M responded with... #

    Lose a little bit of weight!

    Reply
  16. On December 30, 2012 at 6:37 pm Angie N responded with... #

    Would love to be able to track activity accurately! Also love that it syncs with MyFitnessPal.

    Reply
  17. On December 30, 2012 at 7:45 pm Angela responded with... #

    Hi! Found this website from Meals and Moves! My goal is to qualify for Boston!

    Reply
  18. On December 30, 2012 at 10:19 pm Ashley s responded with... #

    One goal is to have more fun!

    Reply
  19. On December 30, 2012 at 10:29 pm Stacie Yates responded with... #

    I’ve done the pedometer thing on and off and it’s great to track your steps. My 2013 resolution is to finish an official half-marathon, then cross-train more. Normally it’s run, run and run some more. That half’s slated for March 30.

    Reply
  20. On December 31, 2012 at 7:36 am Katie responded with... #

    One of my goals for the new year is to start P90X and actually finish the whole thing!

    Reply
  21. On December 31, 2012 at 8:41 am Corrie Anne responded with... #

    I’ve really been wanting to try a fitbit!

    Reply
  22. On December 31, 2012 at 8:42 am Corrie Anne responded with... #

    Ooops. One of my NY goals is to run a marathon. :)

    Reply
  23. On January 1, 2013 at 8:09 am [email protected] responded with... #

    The fitbit zip sounds great. My goal for 2013 is to make health a priority every day. This includes some form of physical activity every day and getting back to a healthier diet most of the time. Life got really crazy in the fall, and walking was pretty much my only physical activity for several months. Long walks really helped me clear my mind and made me feel a lot better. I think it would have been fun and motivating to track how much I was walking.

    Happy 2013!

    Reply
  24. On January 1, 2013 at 2:18 pm Ashley @ Coffee Cake and Cardio responded with... #

    I have never used the fitbit but would love to. It’ll help me to move more!

    Reply
  25. On January 1, 2013 at 7:57 pm Kimberly responded with... #

    This would be a great way to start 2013 off right!

    Reply
  26. On January 1, 2013 at 8:14 pm Melissa @ Treats With a Twist responded with... #

    One of my goals is to dress nicer (like an “adult” on my days off) and another is to eat slower and enjoy the food I work so hard to make!

    Reply
  27. On January 1, 2013 at 8:15 pm Rebecca G responded with... #

    I want to eat cleaner, get fit & healthy, I would love to be the best ME possible

    Reply
  28. On January 1, 2013 at 8:16 pm Kathryn C. responded with... #

    Drink more water and get back to regular working out.

    Reply
  29. On January 1, 2013 at 8:56 pm Laurel C responded with... #

    My goal is just to stay healthy and run as much as I can!

    Reply
  30. On January 1, 2013 at 9:17 pm Jasanna responded with... #

    Working out at least 3x a week!

    Reply
  31. On January 1, 2013 at 10:49 pm Larissa responded with... #

    I would love to have this to finally meet my goals!!!

    Reply
  32. On January 2, 2013 at 12:15 pm Corey responded with... #

    Take more chances and take the time to feel the blessings that I already have.

    Reply
  33. On January 2, 2013 at 6:00 pm stephanie responded with... #

    Cut back on sodas!

    Reply
  34. On January 3, 2013 at 1:35 am Yenny responded with... #

    My goal is to stop procrastinating and get things done.

    Reply
  35. On January 3, 2013 at 2:09 am Judith Coe responded with... #

    I would Seriously Love to Wind this so I can Track my actiivity levels and get Healthier!

    Reply
  36. On January 3, 2013 at 2:41 am Michelle.A. responded with... #

    To keep on losing weight and adding more exercise into my daily routine.

    Reply
  37. On January 3, 2013 at 4:26 am Brande responded with... #

    I signed up for a 5K race in April!

    Reply
  38. On January 3, 2013 at 5:01 am amanda roach responded with... #

    lose ten pounds

    Reply
  39. On January 3, 2013 at 5:12 am wendy schueman responded with... #

    One of my goals for this year is to eat healthier and to lose the 25lb. I gained. Thank you!

    Reply
  40. On January 3, 2013 at 6:17 am Kay Lynn responded with... #

    One of my goals for 2013 is to walk a half marathon in May.

    Reply
  41. On January 3, 2013 at 7:25 am hminnesota responded with... #

    eat healthy and stop extra sugar intake.

    Reply
  42. On January 3, 2013 at 7:47 am carla bonesteel responded with... #

    One of my goals is to stop being BROKE all the time!

    Reply
  43. On January 3, 2013 at 8:24 am Michelle Proper responded with... #

    To get healthier and stay away from GMO’s in my food by getting educated on where my food comes from. To ban companies who use them in my food!

    Reply
  44. On January 3, 2013 at 8:27 am Judy Lee responded with... #

    One of my goals is to be more active and lose at least 20 pounds.

    Reply
  45. On January 3, 2013 at 9:46 am Cindi Decker responded with... #

    One of my goals is to eat less sugar and white flour and do some kind of exercise every day.

    Reply
  46. On January 3, 2013 at 10:13 am Becca from It's Yummilicious responded with... #

    One of my goals is to cut back on the amount of “white” food that I eat (sugar, flour, etc.) and to do SOME sort of exercise

    Reply
  47. On January 3, 2013 at 10:59 am Terri responded with... #

    To eat more healthy

    Reply
  48. On January 3, 2013 at 11:40 am Aimee J responded with... #

    My goals are all based on my word for the year – Consistency

    Reply
  49. On January 3, 2013 at 12:03 pm Heidi LeMay responded with... #

    Thanks for the review on the Fitbit. I could really use this. My goal for 2013 is to eat healthier and lose a little weight.

    Reply
  50. On January 3, 2013 at 2:19 pm Chrystal responded with... #

    To be a healthy role model for my 5 kiddos, family and friends.

    Reply
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