TomTom Spark comparison: What is the difference between each model?

Wearable tech looks like a trend that won’t sell out anytime soon. TomTom recently launched its new product range, TomTom Spark. With multi-sport capabilities (running, biking, pool swimming), activity tracking, built-in heart rate monitor, and music player, it’s perhaps the all-in-one wearable technology most runners are looking for.

This latest update combines TomTom Runner and TomTom Multisport into one watch and adds the latest technology that is becoming a standard feature set for most of today’s fitness watches. The TomTom Spark has some similar designs to previous TomTom watches, but it is lighter and has a slightly smaller screen. Its strap is also noticeably thinner and lighter.

What makes a TomTom Spark shine with each model?

The TomTom Spark comes in four different models.

1. Spark – spark

2. Spark Cardio

3. Spark music

4. Spark Cardio + Musicâ € ‹

To make it easy to remember, all models have the same main features: GPS, multisport capability, and 24/7 activity tracking. Adding the term “Cardio” means you get the built-in HRM and Heart Rate Training Zone function, while adding the term “Music” means you get the music playability and Audio Performance Feedback function. The TomTom Spark Cardio + Music would mean you get built-in HRM, heart rate training zone, music player, and audio performance feedback along with the main features.

A note for triathletes

One thing to note is that TomTom uses the term “multisport” to indicate that it has pool, bike, run, and freestyle swim modes. This is different from Garmin and Suunto, where “multisport” mode means that you can link multiple sports to create a “multisport” and then press the back button during a session to quickly switch from one sport to the next.

TomTom, known for being a leader in GPS technology, is one of the first GPS watch manufacturers to integrate an optical heart rate monitor and a music player into one watch. TomTom Spark Music comes with 3GB of storage that you can use for your favorite songs and can be paired with a compatible Bluetooth headset. For runners who are tired of carrying a smartphone while running, TomTom Spark Music offers the perfect combination of features a running watch needs.

Standard features

All Spark models have the following features:

GPS Tracking – Track your time, pace, distance, and calories burned.

Multisport Mode – Train in Running, Biking, Swimming, Gym, and Treadmill modes.

24/7 Activity Tracking – Capture your steps, active minutes, and calories burned.

Goal setting – Set and track your progress on daily and weekly goals.

Automatic Sleep Tracking – Know if you’re getting enough sleep.

Water resistant (up to 50 meters): runs in all weather conditions.

Wireless sync: sync your workouts wirelessly with your favorite apps.

Customizable Straps – Change your strap color to match your workout gear.

Ultra Slim Design – Sleek and slim design provides maximum comfort during all your workouts.

Indoor training mode – Track your performance on the treadmill or in the gym.

Interval Training – Improve speed and fitness with customizable work and rest sessions.

Career mode: select one of your previous performances to compete against.