Alta vs Versa

[Clareos1]

Hey everyone. I hope this makes sense.

I had my Alta and MFP synced together.

7,000 and something steps the other day equates to 50 extra calories for the day

today with my new Versa synced to it 

10,000 equates to 600 + calories

HOW? is it because Versa is more accurate re stairs climbed and heart rate or is there a major issue here? 

[WavyDavey]

Hi @Clareos1

It's hard to say exactly what's happening. There is one big difference between the Alta and the Versa that probably is having an effect. It's that the Versa has HR tracking, so it's able to estimate calories based on your heart rate exertion as well as steps. The Alta, not having an HR sensor, can only estimate calories based on movement/steps.

So in general, the Versa should have better calories burned tracking than the Alta in my opinion. Not sure how MFP comes into play or if it has it's own adjustments.

[Clareos1]

Thank you so much

Clare