Do I need GPS in a fitness tracker?

If you run, cycle, or hike outdoors and want accurate route and pace data without carrying your phone, yes. For gym workouts and step counting, GPS isn't necessary.

Are fitness trackers accurate?

Step counting is within 5-10% accuracy. Heart rate is reliable for general trends. Calorie burn estimates are rough approximations—use them for relative comparison, not absolute numbers.

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