TableĀ 5

Frequency of tracker options chosen as first and second preference

LocationFunctionCharacteristics
First (%)Second (%)First (%)Second (%)First (%)Second (%)
Wrist5223Counting steps2916Accuracy2716
Pocket or handbag2028Measuring heart rate2322Sync to devices1711
Waist1511Measuring body movement1813Screen to view activity1714
Upper arm612Calories burnt1321Comfort1012
Ankle413Measuring sleep59Waterproof67
Mapping travel45Goal setting features59
Long battery life59
Connectivity35
Well hidden13