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The Omron GOsmart Pace and Distance tracker is the first Omron device to help runners accurately track their pace and distance during a run. The unit features 3D Smart Sensor technology that makes tracking, pace, distance and calories burned accurate and reliable to help runners achieve their goals and go further. A large display makes it easier for the runner to use while exercising.
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59 of 64 people found the following review helpful
Color Name:Yellow|Amazon Vine™ Review
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This is definitely the worst distance tracking device I have ever tried. I've used Garmin, Polar, and Nike footpods and the Omron is completely inferior to all of them.
I took this out for a run and used it in parallel with my Garmin FR60. After a 6 mile run, it was 40% short. One problem right out of the box is the calibration is done by entering your height and then automatically assigning a stride distance. That isn't very accurate. But even after adjusting the settings to match my stride, I still found it to be at least 20% off each time. I was able to calibrate all my other running devices to within 5% accuracy (I run at a track often so I know my distance is accurate). The Omron just completely fails at its primary function. And since the distance is wrong, that means calculations like pace and calories burned are also wrong.
Another huge problem is that the directions say you need to secure it somewhere around your midsection (like clipping it to your shorts) to get the most accurate reading. How am I supposed to view the display while running if it is clipped to my shorts? If I can't see the display while using it, the information is useless. To top it off the control scheme is convoluted and confusing.
The bottom line is a distance tracker that doesn't accurately measure distance is worthless. The only reason I didn't give this 1 star is because I'm guessing if I kept experimenting I could eventually pick a random stride length that actually gives reasonably accurate results. But I shouldn't have to guess an inaccurate stride length or make 10 trial-and-error attempts to make this work accurately. I would definitely avoid this product.
I took this out for a run and used it in parallel with my Garmin FR60. After a 6 mile run, it was 40% short. One problem right out of the box is the calibration is done by entering your height and then automatically assigning a stride distance. That isn't very accurate. But even after adjusting the settings to match my stride, I still found it to be at least 20% off each time. I was able to calibrate all my other running devices to within 5% accuracy (I run at a track often so I know my distance is accurate). The Omron just completely fails at its primary function. And since the distance is wrong, that means calculations like pace and calories burned are also wrong.
Another huge problem is that the directions say you need to secure it somewhere around your midsection (like clipping it to your shorts) to get the most accurate reading. How am I supposed to view the display while running if it is clipped to my shorts? If I can't see the display while using it, the information is useless. To top it off the control scheme is convoluted and confusing.
The bottom line is a distance tracker that doesn't accurately measure distance is worthless. The only reason I didn't give this 1 star is because I'm guessing if I kept experimenting I could eventually pick a random stride length that actually gives reasonably accurate results. But I shouldn't have to guess an inaccurate stride length or make 10 trial-and-error attempts to make this work accurately. I would definitely avoid this product.
23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
Color Name:Yellow|Amazon Vine™ Review
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I wonder how many people rating the device here use a pedometer device day in and day out. I have been trying to use one consistently for the past year (still not perfect) in order to see the amount of walking I do on a daily basis and see general trends. That is what I use this device for, and for that... it works GREAT.
I put it into my pocket and forget about it. I am SOOO tired of the pedometers that strap to my belt (and not at all to shorts without belts), so this pedometer was a truly welcome change. I have broken the clip-ons several times getting caught on a door ledge, etc. This sensor does not need to be aligned a certain way (many clip on pedometers) and so can be dropped into a pocket. It is far more accurate than the clip on devices I have used in a similar price range (I compared and contrasted the step counting a few times and this one was clearly better).
I find I am more likely to use something like this device that reduces the hassle level of using it.
I am docking it a 1 star for some kind of funky issue with the clock. The clock really does matter as the device calculates steps per day and automatically resets (and keeps a history) each night. This is a problem if the clock resets itself for unknown reasons (which has happened to me twice).... so, the history feature is fantastic as long as the clock doesn't reset. That way I can transfer my steps to a spreadsheet I keep every few days instead of needing to every day (again, unless the clock messes up).
In summary... I found this to be great convenient device with one issue noted above.
I put it into my pocket and forget about it. I am SOOO tired of the pedometers that strap to my belt (and not at all to shorts without belts), so this pedometer was a truly welcome change. I have broken the clip-ons several times getting caught on a door ledge, etc. This sensor does not need to be aligned a certain way (many clip on pedometers) and so can be dropped into a pocket. It is far more accurate than the clip on devices I have used in a similar price range (I compared and contrasted the step counting a few times and this one was clearly better).
I find I am more likely to use something like this device that reduces the hassle level of using it.
I am docking it a 1 star for some kind of funky issue with the clock. The clock really does matter as the device calculates steps per day and automatically resets (and keeps a history) each night. This is a problem if the clock resets itself for unknown reasons (which has happened to me twice).... so, the history feature is fantastic as long as the clock doesn't reset. That way I can transfer my steps to a spreadsheet I keep every few days instead of needing to every day (again, unless the clock messes up).
In summary... I found this to be great convenient device with one issue noted above.
49 of 56 people found the following review helpful
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When it comes to this device's basic functionality of counting steps and estimating distance, the HJA-301 is reasonably useful, as long as you take the time to calibrate it for your stride and walk or run at fairly consistent pace. However, it's easy to envision scenarios where your stride would vary enough to throw off the calculations, such as alternately walking and running, running uphill or downhill, etc. To be fair, I imagine most trackers suffer from similar shortcomings.
The HJA-301's additional functionality of counting calories, however, is completely useless. The reasons for this are that there are important factors that the device doesn't or simply can't take into account:
- It doesn't know whether you are running uphill or downhill.
- It can't take into account the fitness of the individual. Someone who is well-conditioned will burn fewer calories than someone of the exact same height, weight, and stride who is out of shape.
There are additional factors, but to put this into perspective, I did a hike with someone using a much more advanced calorie counter, and the HJA-301 reported that I burnt 1/4 the calories his device reported.
If all you want is something to count your steps and distance, I'd recommend picking up something cheaper or if you have a smart phone, spend a few bucks on an app. If you want something more advanced, look elsewhere.
The HJA-301's additional functionality of counting calories, however, is completely useless. The reasons for this are that there are important factors that the device doesn't or simply can't take into account:
- It doesn't know whether you are running uphill or downhill.
- It can't take into account the fitness of the individual. Someone who is well-conditioned will burn fewer calories than someone of the exact same height, weight, and stride who is out of shape.
There are additional factors, but to put this into perspective, I did a hike with someone using a much more advanced calorie counter, and the HJA-301 reported that I burnt 1/4 the calories his device reported.
If all you want is something to count your steps and distance, I'd recommend picking up something cheaper or if you have a smart phone, spend a few bucks on an app. If you want something more advanced, look elsewhere.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Awesome Omron HJA-301
I purchased this pedometer for 30 staff members so we could have a "health challenge" of counting daily steps. My goal was a reliable pedometer under $20. Read more
Published 27 days ago by Sandra Y
Omron HJA-301 Pace and Distance Tracker
I'm not a runner, just someone who's a little obsessive-compulsive about keeping track of how much I walk in a day. For that, the Pace and Distance Tracker works great. Read more
Published 2 months ago by April Blake
Seems to measure distance correctly, but the display sleeps! A wrist...
I got this product thinking it might be easier to manage than the big GPS I was wearing on my wrist. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Summer B. Frace
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I had a little trouble setting up the stride but finally got it right. It's working well and I have no complaints
Published 3 months ago by dixie cleary
functional as a pedometer
This little pedometer is of decent quality and functional. Seems to be of so-so quality. It was a fun novelty but I gave up on using it rather quickly. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Carol C.
Not very accurate
The only reason i'm giving this item 2 stars is because it keeps my time. I'm a runner and have played with every stride variable you can think of on this device and not once has... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Chad E. Fehr
Exactly what I was looking for.
This pedometer works perfectly for me. It did take a bit of work to get the average stride measurement since we live in a hilly area, but once that was in place it's been doing a... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Hodges
good pedometer
I really enjoy this pedometer. I have had other ones, some of them more costly. This tool is wonderful, it tracks distances as well as a measuring wheel.(yes I did). Read more
Published 9 months ago by oderf_2011
good device for a good price
It works very well, I have reviewed the distance that makes the device and this is fairly accurate . easy to use. only problem is that it works only with U.S. Read more
Published 10 months ago by jp
great for the few weeks that it actually works.
i loved the bright color and it seemed to track distance pretty accurately and was truly tri-axis. however, it stopped working after a few weeks. Read more
Published 10 months ago by larrychung
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