Details
Brand
TomTom
Model
Spark 3 Music + Headphones
Battery Life
11 hrs
Use
Tracking
Latest Version
Yes
Key Features
• Daily tracking with a battery life up to 3 weeks can give feedback on how you move all day to aid in creating a healthy lifestyle.• Ability to measure statistics and provide realtime information as well as data for later analysis to the athlete as they go the distance on runs, while cycling, or swimming.• Audio cues can be programmed to help with training.• Allows for impressive musical library access through your watch so there less need to tote that smartphone around for your favorite tunes. Audiobooks can also be uploaded.• The wireless headphones are compatible with the watch and with smartphones as well.
Comfort
Overall, Tom Tom got comfort down pat for its watch. Even in the negative reviews, customers were pleased with the overall feeling of the Tom Tom Spark 3 Music with headphones bundle. Most loved the feel of the bands and were pleased with its overall light weight of 49 g.
Size
s Available;The Tom Tom Spark 3 Music is available in sizes small and large. Reviewers are happy it accomodates larger wrists and report that it fits wrist sizes 5.63-8.11 in.
Accessories
Coming standard with the wireless headphones, the Tom Tom Spark 3 Music is a complete package.;The headphones that feature a contoured hook sit comfortable in the ear and are capable of good quality sound as athletes take on their challenges or even as one uses them to soak up some sun. A heart rate monitor option that is sold separately will improve the experience by allowing wearers to guide their workouts by heart rate and exertion level. For indoor activity, an optional cadence sensor is also available. In addition, one can purchase glass display covers and interchangeable band units can be found in many colors for a customizable look.
Style
This sports watch looks like a sports watch. It does all it sets out to do but overall, does not seem interested in being a casual wear piece. users are pleased with its overall design and some reviewers even called it cute or sporty. Purchasing the headphone bundle options seem to be limited to black but the replaceable watch band itself is available in a number of colors such as shocking blue, scuba blue, dark blue, purple haze, and pink.
Activities
The Tom Tom Spark 3 Music collects and measures data from sports like running, cycling, and even swimming. With a water resistance rating of 5atm, it is designed to handle underwater activity with ease. Also, noted is that is it a daily activity tracker that can help you achieve a healthier lifestyle by recording and providing analysis for your movement during the day as well as your sleep patterns at night – even capturing indoor training time. As it does all this, it can also provide a musical backdrop with its purported capacity for up to 500 songs so that you rock and roll throughout your day with your wireless headphones.
Basic Features
The Tom Tom Spark 3 Music collects and measures data from sports like running, cycling, and even swimming. With a water resistance rating of 5atm, it is designed to handle underwater activity with ease. Also, noted is that is it a daily activity tracker that can help you achieve a healthier lifestyle by recording and providing analysis for your movement during the day as well as your sleep patterns at night – even capturing indoor training time. As it does all this, it can also provide a musical backdrop with its purported capacity for up to 500 songs so that you rock and roll throughout your day with your wireless headphones.
Advanced Features
As mentioned, this watch tracks standard running metrics but also delves deeper into recording by its ability to leave breadcrumbs and access preloaded maps and routes for easier activity navigation. And for further extrapolation and analysis of data and the ability to share within a community, the Tom Tom Spark 3 Music can seamlessly sync with online training tools and sites such as strava, Nike +, mapmyrun, or endomondo to name a few. With these tools, mapped running routes are available to view on the move. And when playing music, you can check the display to see just which tune motivated most. The watch will not connect to phones and act as a smart watch so while you won’t receive notification, alerts, or calls, you can stay focused on the task at hand. But its bluetooth headphones will connect to a playlist stored on your phone and can access your latest earworms. In addition while the watch can display the current song choice, one can scroll through or forward selections right from the headset with the push of a button.
Connectivity
The Tom Tom Spark 3 Music does not have smart watch capabilities but it will sync with your phone for later analysis of activity date. The watch has a USB port and initial setup of music requires a PC. For recording activity purposes, the watch connects via Bluetooth smart technology. There are mixed reviews on its accuracy. Some say it works exactly as needed while yet others are unhappy with its inconsistent transmitting, saying the music will cut on and off.
Ease of Use
The navigation appears straight forward with the use of an external set of buttons once users become accustomed to the menus. As far as the daily tracking app, despite being displeased with overall accuracy, most are pleased with the ease of use. The music app has left a little to be desired as it is not easy to load tunes with a simple drag and drop procedure. Windows software app is required to transfer files and, while playing simultaneously with the tracking app, there is little control over the play. Not being able to change playlists while in the groove has caused some to speak out against this feature.
Power Source
The Tom Tom Spark 3 Music with headphones charges via a cable that can be connected to pins on the rear of the watch and plugged into a power source. A handful of wearers had some issues with the actual connection and pins coming loose on the charging cable rendering it useless. For most, charging was an effective, painless, and quick process.
Accuracy
There is some dispute over the accuracy of the daily tracker app and the ability to measure swim data. Some cite incorrect calorie and step counts as well as insufficient metrics due to lost connections. Some reviews claim displeasure with the GPS accuracy, especially considering Tom Tom’s great reputation in this area. Though there are those that feel this is a great all around watch that hits the mark each time.
Face
With an.87 x.98 in face and a resolution of 5.67 x 6.61 in., the scratch resistant display is designed to withstand the elements. Many feel the Tom Tom Spark 3 Music has created a watch athletes can feel confident wearing as they tackle their latest feats in even the toughest environments. In addition, the display can be illuminated for readability in the dark so night owls will be able to get their workouts in too.
Band
The Tom Tom Spark 3 Music is offered in band size small or large, fitting 145-206 mm around. Many with larger wrists are pleased to find something to accommodate their needs. Band options are widely available in a number of colors as well.
Apps
The watch has a focused function comprised of daily tracking and a music database. The music app is boasted to contain over 500 songs but has left some feeling shortchanged as it lacks control options and is difficult to transfer music. It will play MP3 and AAC formats that can be loaded on via provided software but will not allow for material that is copyrighted. It also can play back audiobooks but functionality is not such that one can return to previously bookmarked pages.
Sizes Available
The Tom Tom Spark 3 Music is available in sizes small and large. Reviewers are happy it accomodates larger wrists and report that it fits wrist sizes 5.63-8.11 in.
Durability
The face of the Spark 3 Music provides a scratch resistant, durable, tough display that measures.87 x.98 in. Its display resolution is 5.67 x 6.61 in. The watch is also water resistant at a rating of 5atm which is a higher standard on comparable watches as well. Some feel the bands of the watch are not only comfortable but are versatile and long-lasting.
Price
This watch retailed at a rate comparable to other watches in this niche market. As it has been available for a while, those wishing to purchase could likely do so for a relatively good price.
Bottom Line
There are some that believe this watch will have you rocking and rolling along with confidence and others that strongly felt this watch, while great in theory, fell short on delivery. With accuracy of GPS, bluetooth connectivity, accessibility as the main points of contention, it seems this is a watch each user will need to try for him or herself to decide if it is best for its intended purpose. With a lower price point and many retailers with no hassle/cost returns, checking it out may be worth your while.
