Review: The Moov Now is an activity tracker that forces you to be active

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Until recently, "fitness tracker" was a glorified name for a pedometer. Most wristbands focused on steps and deriving nebulous calorie counts from how many of them you took, and many of the most high-end fitness bands still put steps at the forefront of daily activity.

Fitness bands like the Moov Now take a different approach. The second iteration of the Moov band has a number of workouts to choose from that you can try out at your own pace, all featuring a voice coach who guides you while you listen to your favorite tunes. While the $79 Moov Now doesn't have the name recognition of Fitbit or Jawbone, it takes a more active approach to fitness that those who are looking to step up their game or try something new will appreciate.

Design

The Moov Now is smaller and sleeker than the original Moov. It's a tiny disk, similar to the Misfit Flash or Shine, but with a small indicator light on its top. Pressing down on top of the disk will initiate a sync when the app is open, and the light will glow red. The Moov Now comes in blue, white, and red, and each version comes with a silicone strap. It's powered by a coin cell battery, too, meaning you'll get at least six months of use before replacement.

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