Omron HJ-151 Hip Pedometer for Aerobic Activity Review
Works great and I like that the display isn't always on (the energy save mode saves on battery life and others can't see the steps I've done - all you have to do is touch a button and the screen comes back on). I also like the moderate step function as it can help me track when I'm being truly active.
I had the fancier Omron before (HJ720 which had downloading capabilities) and I never downloaded my data after the first couple weeks. So, it wasn't worth it to me to spend extra for a function I would not use. Also, that screen was always on and so the battery life was shorter. That one also had a TERRIBLE clip. The pedometer was always falling off. Eventually, it fell into water and died so I had to buy a new one (this one) and this one has a MUCH better clip on it. The HJ model fell off at least once a day and this one hasn't fallen off at all in the couple months I've had it.
The only reason it's a 4 star and not a 5 star is that when I start going through the different modes it has (total steps, moderate steps, miles, calories, etc - there is a 7 day history for each of these too), I inevitably get stuck going through 7 days of history for the steps/miles/calories because I start pushing one of the 2 buttons to get out of there. I wish there was a home button. But if you just leave it alone and it goes into its energy saver mode (after less than a minute), it goes back to the steps for today screen when you turn touch any button. I believe most pedometers have this issue though.
Omron HJ-151 Hip Pedometer for Aerobic Activity Feature
- Measures: steps, moderate steps and minutes, calories and distance
- Separately displays moderate steps and minutes walked at a moderate pace
- 7 day history lets you review a full week of exercise
- Resets at midnight automatically so it's ready to go every morning
- Large display and clock
Omron HJ-151 Hip Pedometer for Aerobic Activity Overview
Omron's HJ-151 HIP pedometer is specially designed for those who have/hope to have an active lifestyle. HJ-151 displays moderate steps* and minutes walked at a moderate pace separately. Moderate intensity physical activity is recommended by national health organizations to produce health benefits.
Omron HJ-151 Hip Pedometer for Aerobic Activity Specifications
Omron's HJ-151 Hip Pedometer is a great motivational tool to track your steps as you walk your way through the day, and towards greater fitness. The small device's simple operation is perfect for walking beginners, and it's a great tool to help you achieve a healthier, more active lifestyle. Whether your goal is to maintain or improve overall health, lose weight or get more energy in your daily life, physical activity is essential to staying healthy. At least 30 minutes of moderate exercise is recommended each day, and the HJ-151 pedometer separately displays the steps and minutes walked at a moderate pace. It also calculates calories burned and the distance traveled.
The sleek and small HJ-151 simply clips to your belt before you head out for a walk. Or, wear it throughout your busy day to find out just how much walking you're doing in a typical day of work, errands, and play. Note that the HJ-151 must be positioned correctly; it must be horizontal to the ground in order for the unit to function accurately. The device counts your steps and then saves the information for up to seven days, letting you review a full week of exercise. The HJ-151 resets its internal step counter at midnight automatically so it's ready to go every morning. An easy-to-read large display also features a clock so you've always got a timepiece at your side.
The HJ-151 is powered by a replaceable lithium battery (CR2032) that will last approximately one year when used for walking 10,000 steps a day.
| Compare Omron Pedometers | ||||
 |  HJ-150 |  HJ-151 |  HJ-112 |  HJ-720ITC |
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| Product Placement | Clip to belt | Clip to belt | Pocket, bag or clip to belt | Pocket, bag or clip to belt |
| History | 7 days | 7 days | 7 days | 7 days (displayed) 42 days (in memory) |
| Warranty | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year |
| Batteries | 3 VDC (1 lithium battery CR2032) | 3 VDC (1 lithium battery CR2032) | 3 VDC (1 lithium battery CR2032) | 3 VDC (1 lithium battery CR2032) |
| Estimated Battery Life | Approx. 1 year (when used for walking 10,000 steps a day) | Approx. 1 year (when used for walking 10,000 steps a day) | Approx. 6 months (when used for walking 10,000 steps a day) | Approx. 6 months (when used for walking 10,000 steps a day) |
| Time of Day Display |  | | | |
| Omron Health Management Software |  | | | |
Q&A - Pedometers
Does it matter where the pedometer is placed or attached?
The HJ-150 and 151 Pedometer must be positioned correctly. Attach the unit to your belt or to the top of your waistband. The unit must be horizontal to the ground in order for the unit to function correctly. The HJ-112 and HJ-720ITC Pocket Pedometer can also be placed in your pocket or purse.
What's the accuracy rate of Omron pedometers?
The precision of the step counting is within +/- 5%.
What are moderate steps?
At least 30 minutes of moderate exercise is recommended each day. The HJ-151 Pedometer separately displays the steps and minutes walked at a moderate pace.
What are aerobic steps?
The HJ-112 and HJ-720ITC Pocket Pedometer separately displays aerobic steps and minutes that start counting after 10 minutes of continuous walking with more than 60 steps a minute.
How does the PC software work?
The HJ-720ITC Pocket Pedometer includes PC software for Windows 2000 or XP. It keeps track of daily, weekly, monthly and yearly progress.
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