Wahoo TICKR vs TICKR Fit - Where are the differences?
Where are the differences?
Let's take the two heart rate sensors TICKR* and TICKR Fit* of the brand Wahoo and look at the differences.
Heart rate measurement
Wahoo TICKR works with a EKG measurement. For the Wahoo TICKR Fit rely on the Optical technology. In general the measurement via ECG is considered more accurate. Thus the Wahoo TICKR* is equipped with the more accurate technology.
With the Wahoo TICKR the measurement is taken across the chest. This is a chest belt. The Wahoo TICKR Fit is worn on the arm.
Connection options
Bluetooth has become a very popular option for connecting heart rate sensors and pulse belts. Both the Wahoo TICKR and the Wahoo TICKR Fit 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 and the Wahoo TICKR Fit 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. The minimum belt length of the Wahoo TICKR is 58,0 cm. The maximum length for the Wahoo TICKR is 122,0 cm.
