Wahoo TICKR Fit vs TICKR X - Where are the differences?
Where are the differences?
Let's take the two heart rate sensors TICKR Fit* and TICKR X* of the brand Wahoo and look at the differences.
Heart rate measurement
Wahoo TICKR Fit works with a Optical measurement. For the Wahoo TICKR X rely on the EKG technology. In general the measurement via ECG is considered more accurate. Thus the Wahoo TICKR X* offers the more accurate technology for the measurement.
With the Wahoo TICKR Fit measurements are taken at the arm. The Wahoo TICKR X is a chest strap.
Connection options
Bluetooth has become a very popular option for connecting heart rate sensors and pulse belts. Both the Wahoo TICKR Fit and the Wahoo TICKR X offer this. The connection via Bluetooth is mostly used for cell phones or fitness watches. Some new devices in fitness studios also offer Bluetooth as an option.
The standard ANT+ less known. However, it is often used in the field of sports. Some finte watches, especially from Garmin and Polar, support the form of the connection. In comparison between the Wahoo TICKR Fit and the Wahoo TICKR X you get ANT+ with both.
You have to do without 5kHz, also known as Gymlink, for both heart rate sensors. The 5kHz is, as Gymlink says, mostly used for equipment in the gym. These include, for example, treadmills or bicycle ergometers.
Waterproof
Both heart rate sensors from the comparison are waterproof. Up to 1 m both devices can be used under water
Belt
Most heart rate sensors can be adjusted in size. This is especially relevant for chest straps. For the Wahoo TICKR X the minimum belt length is 58,0 cm. The Wahoo TICKR X has a maximum belt length of 122,0 cm.
