Five of the best

We recommend five of the best smart devices for sport and exercise

Adidas MiCoach Smart Ball £140

adidas.co.uk Designed to match a regulation football’s size and weight, the MiCoach also features an internal sensor that can measure the speed, spin, and trajectory of every kick. Its app analyses your performance to advise you on how to improve.

Watch Series 2 From £369

apple.com/uk The latest Watch includes built-in GPS, 50m waterresistance, and a screen that‘s better for outdoor use, so it’s more suitable for a variety of sports. The Nike+ models are best for sport, with a perforated strap and the Nike+ Running app.

Garmin Swim £130

garmin.com/en-GB A good, affordable option for keen swimmers, this can monitor your speed and distance covered in the pool, and also record your SWOLF rating to help boost performance. It’s even able to tell apart butterfly, freestyle and other strokes.

TomTom Spark 3 Music £150

tomtom.com/UK The Spark 3 range is a good all-round choice for sport and fitness. Prices start at £120 for the basic model with GPS and waterproofing to 40m. The Spark 3 Music model adds 3GB of storage, enabling you to play your favourite workout tunes.

Zepp Golf 2 £139

international.zepp.com Zepp makes sensors for several different sports, but it’s best known for this popular golf sensor. The sensor clips on to your glove and analyses your swing speed, backswing and other details in order to offer tips on how to improve.