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How Accurate Is The Apple Watch Calorie Tracker?

By Isobel Coughlan. Updated: Oct 23, 2022

Apple Watch SE exercises

Considering a new fitness smartwatch? The Apple Watch calorie tracker is here to help you get into shape with clear information and a sleek design. But, how accurate is this handy calorie-counting tool?

If you’re serious about your fitness journey, you’ll want the best metrics. The Apple Watch is one of the most popular smartwatches on the market, and users enjoy using the watch’s ‘fitness rings’ feature to track their calories, exercise minutes, and standing time. 

We’re diving into how accurate these metrics are to help you make the best decision for your health. Let’s get into it.

All About The Apple Watch Calorie Tracker

The Apple Watch is known for its fitness ring features, a simple way to track your movement throughout the day. This tool shows you the hours you’ve stood for, the time you’ve been active, and how many calories you’ve burned. Simple, practical, and clear. 

However, many users have realized that the stand goal is sometimes inaccurate. Sometimes it shows more hours standing than you’ve been awake, and other times it will think you’re standing when you’re sitting. Confusing stuff for those trying to get accurate measurements!

So, does this inaccuracy extend to calories burned too? If you’re trying to lose weight, this sensor is the most important. 

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Apple Watch Fitness

Calorie Tracking Is More Personal Than You Think

If you’re an Apple Watch user, you’ll already know that you must enter the height and weight information before using the watch. This data allows the watch to learn your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR), which sets the baseline for calorie burning.

All calories burned will be relative to your BMR. The calorie tracking is pretty accurate if you’ve entered the correct details. However, if you didn’t know your exact measurements while setting the device up, you’ve probably been receiving the wrong calories. 

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Summary: Is The Tool Accurate?

Apple Watch SE activity tracker and heart rate monitoring

Whether you’re an Apple Watch user or considering purchasing one, you’ll want to know whether you’re getting the correct data from your watch.

We’ve got some good news. A 2017 study by Standford University delved into smartwatch accuracy, and Apple came out as one of the top trackers against 60 different models. Apple users can rest easy knowing their purchase wasn’t a waste of money.

If you suspect your calorie tracking information is slightly off, you might want to check your BMR data. Ensure you’ve entered the right height, gender, and weight, as these details form the base of calorie information.

To change these details, open the Health app on your smartphone. Select ‘Show All Health Data,’ and you’ll be able to edit height and weight there. 

Final Thoughts

The Apple Watch calorie tracker is an accurate tool that can inform your daily exercise and workouts. Make sure you double-check your settings before you get active, though! Have you used this tool? Let us know your experience in the comments!

Stay up to date with the latest news and releases here. 

Last Updated on October 23, 2022

Isobel Coughlan( Author )

Isobel is a freelance copy and content writer who regularly contributes to Superwatches. Well-versed in all the ins and outs of the smartwatch industry. Isobel specializes in Fashion and design and is a First Class fashion design graduate.

Currently lives in Bournemouth, United Kingdom.

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October 23, 2022 By Isobel Coughlan Filed Under: Apple, Fitness & Sports Watches, News

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