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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£130
  • Avg. price in US: ~$130
  • Form factor: clip-on
  • Battery life: 7 days
  • Screen size: 1.18 inch

Spark Activity Tracker review. Compare 171 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among fitness trackers and if it is worth buying.

7.6

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the fitness tracker's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best fitness trackers on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

7.6

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Very good
7.6

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the fitness tracker's technical performance, covering eight key areas: health tracking, sports features, connectivity, display, battery, smart features, design, and app support.

When it matters: When you want to compare fitness trackers based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

20.0%

9.7

Sports & Navigation

20.0%

4.4

Battery

18.0%

8.4

Health

18.0%

6.9

Display

8.0%

7.2

Smart Features

8.0%

8.8

App & Wellness

4.0%

8.8

Connectivity

4.0%

9.2

Design & Durability

Very good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the fitness tracker.

When it matters: When you want to know how a fitness tracker performs in daily use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 7.3
    Swimming

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    ATM rating

    24.0%

    4.0

    Open-water swim mode

    18.0%

    9.0

    Waterproof depth rating

    15.0%

    10

    GPS

    15.0%

    3.0

    Battery life

  • 7.4
    Kids

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.0

    Battery life

    25.0%

    10

    Weight

    20.0%

    10

    ATM rating

    15.0%

    7.0

    Screen size

    10.0%

    9.8

    Price

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £130

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Verdict

The Spark Activity Tracker, notably the TomTom Spark 3 series, is a versatile GPS multisport watch featuring a 1.3-inch monochrome LCD display and a 110mAh rechargeable battery providing up to 3 weeks of tracking or 11 hours with GPS. Key characteristics include 24/7 activity monitoring for steps, sleep, and heart rate, along with specialized modes for running, cycling, swimming (waterproof up to 40m/5 ATM), and gym workouts. Main pros include its accurate standalone GPS for phone-free route tracking, 3GB of internal music storage for up to 500 songs, and a highly secure, comfortable strap design. However, notable cons include a non-touchscreen interface that uses a potentially confusing four-way directional pad, a bulky hardware profile that may be awkward on smaller wrists, and a companion app that is often cited as slow to sync and less intuitive than competitors.

Technical Specifications of Spark Activity Tracker

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the fitness tracker's technical performance, covering eight key areas: health tracking, sports features, connectivity, display, battery, smart features, design, and app support.

When it matters: When you want to compare fitness trackers based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

20.0%

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Sports & Navigation

20.0%

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Battery

18.0%

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Health

18.0%

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Display

8.0%

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Smart Features

8.0%

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App & Wellness

4.0%

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Connectivity

4.0%

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Design & Durability

7.6
Spark Activity Tracker has a technical score of 7.59 points, which is higher than 70.4% of fitness trackers.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the fitness tracker.

When it matters: When you want to know how a fitness tracker performs in daily use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the fitness tracker.
When it matters: When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
1.0
Spark Activity Tracker has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 58.2% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the fitness tracker's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a fitness tracker with a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.6

Overall score

40.0%

9.8

Price

8.3
Spark Activity Tracker has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.3 points, which is higher than 65.3% of products in this category.
Heart rate monitor
What it is: Sensor that measures heart rate in real time.
When it matters: When you care about live heart-rate feedback during training or resting trends outside of workouts.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Spark Activity Tracker supports heart rate monitoring. 40.2% of fitness trackers support heart rate monitoring.
Resting heart rate
What it is: Measures heart rate while resting.
When it matters: When deeper insight into sleep quality, recovery, or overall readiness matters more than raw numbers alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Fast/slow heart rate alerts
What it is: Alerts for heart rates that are too fast or too slow.
When it matters: When you want the tracker to warn you about unusual changes instead of only logging them.

Importance: LOW

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Irregular heart rate alerts
What it is: Warns of irregular or abnormal heart rhythms.
When it matters: When you want the tracker to warn you about unusual changes instead of only logging them.

Importance: LOW

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Blood oxygen sensor
What it is: Sensor that measures blood oxygen saturation.
When it matters: When blood oxygen readings are part of the health picture you want from the device instead of relying on heart rate and step count alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Spark Activity Tracker does not have a blood oxygen sensor. 26.1% of fitness trackers have a blood oxygen sensor.
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GPS
What it is: Satellite navigation capability for positioning and tracking.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want pace, distance, and route tracking without depending completely on your phone.

Importance: LOW

yes
Spark Activity Tracker has GPS. 89.5% of fitness trackers have GPS.
Satellite systems supported
What it is: States which satellite navigation systems the device can use for positioning.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

no
Spark Activity Tracker supports no satellite systems which is less versatile than that of 12.2% of fitness trackers and the same as that of 87.8% of fitness trackers.
no satellite positioning support.
GNSS bands supported
What it is: Number and type of GNSS frequency bands supported.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

yes
Spark Activity Tracker supports advanced GNSS bands. 91.7% of fitness trackers support advanced GNSS bands.
supports GNSS L1 band.
Galileo support
What it is: Supports Galileo satellite system.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

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Acquires GPS faster
What it is: Shows whether the tracker includes features that help it lock onto satellite positioning more quickly at the start of an outdoor activity.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

yes
Spark Activity Tracker supports faster GPS acquisition. 93.3% of fitness trackers support faster GPS acquisition.
QuickGPS support claimed.
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Notifications
What it is: Delivers smartphone notifications on the watch.
When it matters: When getting calls, messages, and app alerts on your wrist saves you from checking your phone constantly.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Vibrating alerts
What it is: Provides vibration-based notifications and alerts.
When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

Importance: LOW

yes
Spark Activity Tracker supports vibration alerts. 16.3% of fitness trackers support vibration alerts.
Call control
What it is: Allows control of phone calls from the device.
When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

Importance: LOW

no
Spark Activity Tracker does not support call controls. 41.1% of fitness trackers support call controls.
Call answering
What it is: Allows answering calls directly from the device.
When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

Importance: LOW

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Calendar sync
What it is: Syncs calendar events with the connected device.
When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

Importance: LOW

no
Spark Activity Tracker does not support calendar sync. 19.9% of fitness trackers support calendar sync.
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Activity reports
What it is: Generates summaries and insights from activity data.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

yes
Spark Activity Tracker supports activity reports. 5.7% of fitness trackers support activity reports.
Goal setting
What it is: Allows setting personal fitness or activity goals.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

yes
Spark Activity Tracker supports goal setting. 2.4% of fitness trackers support goal setting.
Achievements
What it is: Rewards progress and completed milestones.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

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Inactivity alerts
What it is: Alerts when the user has been inactive for too long.
When it matters: When account rules, app costs, exports, or software flexibility affect whether the ecosystem suits you long term.

Importance: LOW

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Coaching
What it is: Provides guided training and workout advice.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

no
Spark Activity Tracker does not support coaching. 33% of fitness trackers support coaching.
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Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth supported by the device.
When it matters: When wireless stability, pairing quality, and long-term phone compatibility matter more than Bluetooth being a simple checkbox.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=5.0

4.0
Spark Activity Tracker supports Bluetooth 4.0 which is newer than in 5.1% of fitness trackers and equal to that in 51.5% of fitness trackers.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: States the maximum Bluetooth connection range supported under normal conditions.
When it matters: When compatibility with your phone, computer, accessories, or wireless setup affects how well the tracker fits into your ecosystem.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

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NFC
What it is: Supports near-field communication for contactless features.
When it matters: When compatibility with your phone, computer, accessories, or wireless setup affects how well the tracker fits into your ecosystem.

Importance: LOW

no
Spark Activity Tracker does not have NFC. 10.1% of fitness trackers have NFC.
Wi-Fi connectivity
What it is: Connects to wireless internet networks.
When it matters: When the tracker should sync, update, or download data directly without always routing everything through the phone.

Importance: LOW

no
Spark Activity Tracker does not support Wi-Fi. 1.8% of fitness trackers support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
What it is: Version of Wi-Fi standard supported.
When it matters: When compatibility with your phone, computer, accessories, or wireless setup affects how well the tracker fits into your ecosystem.

Importance: LOW

no
Spark Activity Tracker does not support modern Wi-Fi. 1% of fitness trackers support modern Wi-Fi.
no Wi-Fi support.
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Battery life
What it is: Total time the battery lasts on a full charge.
When it matters: When the tracker needs to last through travel, sleep tracking, long workouts, or several days between charges.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >5 days

7 days
Spark Activity Tracker offers a battery life of 7 days which is shorter than that of 53.5% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 22.8% of fitness trackers.
Battery life with GPS on
What it is: Battery duration when GPS tracking is active.
When it matters: When you want fewer charging breaks during travel, longer workouts, sleep tracking, or continuous use.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=8 hours

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Battery life in training mode
What it is: Battery duration during active training sessions.
When it matters: When you want fewer charging breaks during travel, longer workouts, sleep tracking, or continuous use.

Importance: LOW

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Battery life in power-saving mode
What it is: Battery duration when using power-saving mode.
When it matters: When you want fewer charging breaks during travel, longer workouts, sleep tracking, or continuous use.

Importance: LOW

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Battery capacity
What it is: Energy storage capacity of the battery.
When it matters: When you want rough battery context behind the runtime claim instead of trusting the advertised hours alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=100 mAh

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Display
What it is: Main interface showing information and metrics.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: LOW

yes
Spark Activity Tracker has a display. 24.1% of fitness trackers have a display.
Screen size
What it is: Physical size of the device’s display measured diagonally.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

1.18 inch
Spark Activity Tracker has a screen size of 1.18 inch which is larger than that of 61.5% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 0.7% of fitness trackers.
Display type
What it is: Technology used for the screen, such as AMOLED or LCD.
When it matters: When display technology affects contrast, color quality, power efficiency, or how premium the screen feels.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Screen resolution
What it is: Total number of pixels displayed on the screen.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Pixel density
What it is: Number of pixels per inch determining screen sharpness.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=280 ppi

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Form factor
What it is: Overall physical design and shape.
When it matters: When materials, shape, and build details affect comfort, durability, or how discreet the device feels.

Importance: LOW

clip-on
Hybrid design
What it is: Combines analog and digital display elements.
When it matters: When materials, shape, and build details affect comfort, durability, or how discreet the device feels.

Importance: LOW

no
Spark Activity Tracker does not support Hybrid design. 2.4% of fitness trackers support Hybrid design.
Designed for kids
What it is: Indicates whether the fitness tracker is explicitly designed for children, with child-focused sizing, branding, safety limits, or kid-oriented activity features.
When it matters: This matters when you want a tracker that is genuinely child-focused rather than just a smaller adult model.

Importance: LOW

no
Spark Activity Tracker is not designed for kids. 2.4% of fitness trackers are designed for kids.
No child-specific positioning found.
Replaceable watch band
What it is: Ability to replace the wristband with other styles.
When it matters: When strap comfort, fit, or the ability to swap bands matters for sport, style, or replacement.

Importance: LOW

yes
Spark Activity Tracker has a replaceable watch band. 24.4% of fitness trackers have a replaceable watch band.
Band width
What it is: Width of the strap where it connects to the watch.
When it matters: When strap comfort, fit, or the ability to swap bands matters for sport, style, or replacement.

Importance: LOW

23.7 mm
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Spark Activity Tracker vs the average fitness tracker

  • 22.2% higher screen brightness
    Spark Activity Tracker has a higher screen brightness than the average fitness tracker (550 nits vs 450 nits). The average fitness tracker has screen brightness of 450 nits.
    What it is: Maximum brightness output of the screen.
    When it matters: When visibility changes often between indoor, outdoor, daytime, and low-light conditions.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=450 nits

    Spark Activity Tracker has a higher screen brightness than the average fitness tracker (550 nits vs 450 nits). The average fitness tracker has screen brightness of 450 nits.550 nits vs 450 nits
  • Built-in GPS
    Spark Activity Tracker has GPS, while the average fitness tracker does not. 11% of fitness trackers have GPS.
    What it is: Satellite navigation capability for positioning and tracking.
    When it matters: When you train outdoors and want pace, distance, and route tracking without depending completely on your phone.

    Importance: LOW

    Spark Activity Tracker has GPS, while the average fitness tracker does not. 11% of fitness trackers have GPS.
  • Auto pause
    Spark Activity Tracker supports auto pause, while the average fitness tracker does not. 22.9% of fitness trackers support auto pause.
    What it is: Pauses activity tracking automatically when stopped.
    When it matters: When you want the tracker to capture more workouts and training details with less manual effort.

    Importance: LOW

    Spark Activity Tracker supports auto pause, while the average fitness tracker does not. 22.9% of fitness trackers support auto pause.
  • Tracks elevation
    Spark Activity Tracker supports elevation tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 27.2% of fitness trackers support elevation tracking.
    Elevation via GPS
    What it is: Measures elevation gain and loss during activity.
    When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

    Importance: LOW

    Spark Activity Tracker supports elevation tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 27.2% of fitness trackers support elevation tracking.
  • 54.7% lighter
    Spark Activity Tracker is lighter than the average fitness tracker (11.3 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.
    What it is: Weight of the device including strap.
    When it matters: When overall size, thickness, or weight affects comfort during all-day wear, sleep, or exercise.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <25 g

    Spark Activity Tracker is lighter than the average fitness tracker (11.3 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.11.33 g vs 25 g
  • Built-in gyroscope
    Spark Activity Tracker has a gyroscope, while the average fitness tracker does not. 26.4% of fitness trackers have a gyroscope.
    What it is: Sensor that detects orientation and rotation.
    When it matters: When precise movement sensing helps with workout detection, navigation, or activity accuracy.

    Importance: LOW

    Spark Activity Tracker has a gyroscope, while the average fitness tracker does not. 26.4% of fitness trackers have a gyroscope.
  • Windows compatible
    Spark Activity Tracker is compatible with Windows, while the average fitness tracker is not. 22.3% of fitness trackers are compatible with Windows.
    Via TomTom Sports Connect.
    What it is: Compatible with Windows computers.
    When it matters: When compatibility with your phone, computer, accessories, or wireless setup affects how well the tracker fits into your ecosystem.

    Importance: LOW

    Spark Activity Tracker is compatible with Windows, while the average fitness tracker is not. 22.3% of fitness trackers are compatible with Windows.
  • Mac OS X compatible
    Spark Activity Tracker is compatible with Mac OS X, while the average fitness tracker is not. 27.5% of fitness trackers are compatible with Mac OS X.
    Via USB sync point.
    What it is: Compatible with macOS devices.
    When it matters: When compatibility with your phone, computer, accessories, or wireless setup affects how well the tracker fits into your ecosystem.

    Importance: LOW

    Spark Activity Tracker is compatible with Mac OS X, while the average fitness tracker is not. 27.5% of fitness trackers are compatible with Mac OS X.
  • Fertile window notifications
    Spark Activity Tracker displays fertile window notifications, while the average fitness tracker does not. 24.4% of fitness trackers display fertile window notifications.
  • Built-in GPS
    Spark Activity Tracker has GPS, while the average fitness tracker does not. 11% of fitness trackers have GPS.
  • Auto pause
    Spark Activity Tracker supports auto pause, while the average fitness tracker does not. 22.9% of fitness trackers support auto pause.
  • Tracks elevation
    Spark Activity Tracker supports elevation tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 27.2% of fitness trackers support elevation tracking.
  • Built-in gyroscope
    Spark Activity Tracker has a gyroscope, while the average fitness tracker does not. 26.4% of fitness trackers have a gyroscope.
  • Built-in route tracker
    Spark Activity Tracker supports route tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 49.8% of fitness trackers support route tracking.
  • Built-in compass
    Spark Activity Tracker has a compass, while the average fitness tracker does not. 4.9% of fitness trackers have a compass.
  • Advanced GNSS band support
    Spark Activity Tracker supports advanced GNSS bands, while the average fitness tracker does not. 8.8% of fitness trackers support advanced GNSS bands.
  • Fast GPS lock
    Spark Activity Tracker supports faster GPS acquisition, while the average fitness tracker does not. 7.1% of fitness trackers support faster GPS acquisition.
  • 22.2% higher screen brightness
    Spark Activity Tracker has a higher screen brightness than the average fitness tracker (550 nits vs 450 nits). The average fitness tracker has screen brightness of 450 nits.
  • 0.14 inch larger screen size
    Spark Activity Tracker has a higher screen size than the average fitness tracker (1.2 inch vs 1.04 inch). The average fitness tracker has a screen size of 1.04 inch.
  • Windows compatible
    Spark Activity Tracker is compatible with Windows, while the average fitness tracker is not. 22.3% of fitness trackers are compatible with Windows.
  • Mac OS X compatible
    Spark Activity Tracker is compatible with Mac OS X, while the average fitness tracker is not. 27.5% of fitness trackers are compatible with Mac OS X.
  • Music playback
    Spark Activity Tracker supports music playback, while the average fitness tracker does not. 1.4% of fitness trackers support music playback.
  • Voice feedback
    Spark Activity Tracker supports voice feedback, while the average fitness tracker does not. 1.9% of fitness trackers support voice feedback.
  • Camera remote control
    Spark Activity Tracker supports camera remote control, while the average fitness tracker does not. 38.6% of fitness trackers support camera remote control.
  • 54.7% lighter
    Spark Activity Tracker is lighter than the average fitness tracker (11.3 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.
  • Water intake tracking
    Spark Activity Tracker supports water intake tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 47% of fitness trackers support water intake tracking.
  • Points-based system
    Spark Activity Tracker supports a points-based system, while the average fitness tracker does not. 39.1% of fitness trackers support a points-based system.
  • 1.5 hours longer charging time
    Spark Activity Tracker has a higher charging time than the average fitness tracker (3 hours vs 1.5 hours). The average fitness tracker needs 1.5 hours to charge.
  • 3 days shorter battery life
    Spark Activity Tracker has a lower battery life than the average fitness tracker (7 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.
  • Not compatible with smart scales
    Spark Activity Tracker is not compatible with smart scales, while the average fitness tracker is. 67% of fitness trackers are compatible with smart scales.
  • 1.5 hours longer charging time
    Spark Activity Tracker has a higher charging time than the average fitness tracker (3 hours vs 1.5 hours). The average fitness tracker needs 1.5 hours to charge.
    What it is: Time required for a full charge.
    When it matters: When short charging windows matter and you do not want the tracker off your wrist for too long.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Spark Activity Tracker has a higher charging time than the average fitness tracker (3 hours vs 1.5 hours). The average fitness tracker needs 1.5 hours to charge.3 hours vs 1.5 hours
  • 3 days shorter battery life
    Spark Activity Tracker has a lower battery life than the average fitness tracker (7 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.
    What it is: Total time the battery lasts on a full charge.
    When it matters: When the tracker needs to last through travel, sleep tracking, long workouts, or several days between charges.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >5 days

    Spark Activity Tracker has a lower battery life than the average fitness tracker (7 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.7 days vs 10 days
  • Not compatible with smart scales
    Spark Activity Tracker is not compatible with smart scales, while the average fitness tracker is. 67% of fitness trackers are compatible with smart scales.
    What it is: Compatible with connected smart scales.
    When it matters: When tracking daily habits and body trends beyond workouts matters to your health routine.

    Importance: LOW

    Spark Activity Tracker is not compatible with smart scales, while the average fitness tracker is. 67% of fitness trackers are compatible with smart scales.
  • 5.81x less popular
    Spark Activity Tracker has a lower popularity than the average fitness tracker (1.00 vs 5.808).
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the fitness tracker.
    When it matters: When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
    Spark Activity Tracker has a lower popularity than the average fitness tracker (1.00 vs 5.808).1 vs 5.81
  • 85.7% more expensive
    Spark Activity Tracker is more expensive than the average fitness tracker (£130 vs £70).
    Spark Activity Tracker is more expensive than the average fitness tracker (£130 vs £70).£130 vs £70

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Spark Activity Tracker?

  • Extremely easy to set up and use, taking less than five minutes from unboxing to wearing.
  • Highly affordable compared to other trackers, often priced around $59.95.
  • Waterproof up to 100 feet, making it safe for swimming or accidental washes.
  • No charging required; it runs on a replaceable battery that lasts approximately six months.
  • Seamless integration with the SparkPeople online community and reward system for motivation.
  • Versatile clip-on design that can be worn on waistbands, shoes, or bras.

What customers dislike about Spark Activity Tracker?

  • Lack of direct smartphone syncing; the device must be synced via a USB receiver to a computer.
  • Software and syncing process can be 'buggy' or slow at times.
  • Hardware is described as basic or 'clunky,' lacking a high-density data display on the device itself.
  • The clip can be too tight, making it difficult to attach to thicker fabrics like sweatpants.
  • Not suitable for 'data junkies' who want to view detailed metrics like live heart rate directly on the tracker.

Expert reviews

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courier-journal.com
13/12/2013

The Spark is a compact, budget-friendly activity tracker manufactured by SparkPeople that retails for just under $60. Designed to be clipped onto clothing or sneakers for optimal tracking accuracy, the device uses a 3-axis accelerometer to count steps and monitor workouts toward user-defined goals. Progress is displayed visually through a circular interface of green LED lights that...Read more

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fitbottomedgirls.com
19/02/2014

The Fit Bottomed Girls review evaluates the SPARK Activity Tracker, a $59.95 wearable clip-on device designed to seamlessly integrate with SparkPeople’s existing online health platform. The reviewer, Jenn, highly praises the device for its simplicity, fast five-minute setup, and its ability to distinguish standard steps from deliberate workouts to provide a more accurate estimation...Read more

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eiswuerfelimschuh.de
30/03/2016

The TomTom Spark is a versatile GPS multisport fitness watch designed primarily for recreational athletes who engage in running, cycling, gym workouts, and indoor swimming. Its standout features include 3GB of internal storage capable of holding roughly 500 songs, seamless Bluetooth connectivity with wireless headphones, and a built-in optical heart rate sensor powered by LifeQ...Read more

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chip.de
04/09/2015

The CHIP review highlights the TomTom Spark as a versatile multisport fitness watch designed by the prominent navigation device manufacturer. A primary benefit of this device is its inclusion of integrated GPS tracking, a built-in optical heart rate monitor, and continuous 24-hour activity tracking. These elements empower users to leave their smartphones behind while monitoring...Read more

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chip.de
21/01/2016

The CHIP review highlights the TomTom Spark Cardio + Music as a standout hybrid device that bridges the gap between traditional fitness trackers and full-fledged sport-oriented smartwatches. The defining feature of this fitness armband is its 3 GB of internal storage, which enables users to upload playlists and stream music directly to a Bluetooth headset. This eliminates the need...Read more

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fitnessmodern.de
24/12/2023

The Fitness Modern review characterizes the TomTom Spark Cardio as an effective, versatile multi-sport tracker featuring accurate, wrist-based heart rate monitoring and fast QuickGPS tracking, complemented by a modular, durable design and excellent battery life. Key advantages include specialized modes for swimming and cycling, the ability to connect external sensors, and an...Read more

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avguide.ch
13/07/2016

The avguide.ch review by Kurt Haupt evaluates the TomTom Spark Cardio + Music, a multi-functional sports watch priced at nearly 270 Swiss francs. The core strengths highlighted in the review include its active route recording via built-in GPS and its capability to stream music directly to Bluetooth headphones, allowing users to exercise phone-free. Additionally, the reviewer praises...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
2019 (Mis à jour)

The TomTom Spark sport watch received a 4 out of 5-star rating from the editorial team at Les Numériques, who highlighted its appeal as an incredibly user-friendly, mainstream device. A major strength of this device is its versatile, dual-nature functionality, operating simultaneously as an everyday activity tracker and a dedicated multi-sport GPS watch. Additionally, it features...Read more

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01net.com
Date non spécifiée

The TomTom Spark Cardio + Music is a high-performance sports watch tailored for dedicated athletes who prioritize precise data tracking and outdoor performance. Its standout features include exceptionally accurate metric measurements, a high-quality companion app, long battery life, and a built-in GPS. Additionally, it includes 4 GB of internal storage (with 3072 MB available) and...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
24/10/2015

The TomTom Spark is a user-friendly GPS fitness watch designed for everyday fitness enthusiasts rather than hardcore competitive athletes. It functions as an all-day activity tracker—monitoring steps, calories, distance, and sleep—while also capturing multi-sport metrics for running, cycling, swimming, and indoor gym workouts. The premium versions stand out by including a built-in...Read more

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medium.com
03/12/2017

The Medium article "La mia opinione sul TomTom Spark 3, una recensione entusiasmante" highlights the device as a versatile, multi-sport GPS watch featuring accurate tracking, 24/7 activity monitoring, and 5 ATM water resistance. Key advantages praised by the reviewer include the Cardio + Music version's ability to store 3 GB of music for Bluetooth headphones, eliminating the need to...Read more

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andreagaleazzi.com
03/02/2016

In this TomTom SPARK review by Andrea Galeazzi, the device is evaluated as a highly independent all-in-one fitness watch designed for users who want to exercise without carrying a smartphone. The top-tier version stands out for its integrated GPS, heart rate monitor, and built-in Bluetooth, allowing it to operate completely autonomously. A major highlight is its 4GB of internal...Read more

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tweakers.net
15/04/2020

The TomTom Spark Cardio Music smartwatch receives a mixed average rating of 3 out of 5 stars from users, who praise its built-in MP3 player for allowing phone-free workouts with wireless Bluetooth earbuds. Runners appreciate its accurate GPS tracking, ease of use, informative application interface, and overall waterproof durability. Additionally, the device scores points for its...Read more

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suzannebrummel.com
17/12/2016

The TomTom Spark is highly praised as an accurate and versatile fitness tracker, making it an excellent upgrade for serious sports enthusiasts compared to simpler activity trackers like the TomTom Touch. Its built-in GPS functionality is remarkably precise, matching trusted walking apps perfectly and accurately recording distances during outdoor activities. For swimmers, the watch...Read more

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fitsociety.nl
15/01/2016

The FITsociety review provides a highly positive assessment of the TomTom Spark Cardio + Music fitness watch, noting that it is an exceptionally accurate tool for dedicated athletes and cardio enthusiasts. Tested during high-intensity indoor cycling sessions, the watch excels at continuous 24/7 tracking, accurately monitoring heart rates, steps, active calories, and sleep patterns....Read more

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id.nl
13/03/2016

The TomTom Spark Cardio + Music is a capable, 50-meter waterproof multisport tracker featuring accurate GPS, optical heart rate monitoring, and 3GB of storage for music, eliminating the need for a phone during workouts. While it offers convenient, bundled Bluetooth audio, the device is hindered by a bulky design, a lack of smart notifications, and a limited 5-hour battery life when...Read more

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