We compared two weighted hula hoops: the FitnessWave Weighted Fitness Exercise Hula Hoop and the Active 100 Fitness Hula Hoops.
What we looked at
Build and mechanism, star rating, and price.
The verdict
If you want a padded segmented hoop with the higher rating and a measuring tape, the FitnessWave is the pick at £12.99. If you would rather save £5.00 and get a detachable auto-spinning counter ball, the Active 100 is the alternative, at £7.99.
A £12.99 padded hoop with 4.4 stars from 1K ratings.
A £7.99 smart hoop with a detachable auto-spinning counter ball.
FitnessWave Weighted Fitness Exercise Hula Hoop — Highest Rated
Intended for: Marketed as a foam-padded weighted hoop made from 8 detachable segments for easy assembly and transport, targeting core and waist muscles, and including a measuring tape to track waistline changes. Carries 4.4 stars from 1K ratings as an Amazon's Choice pick on this listing.
What we liked
- 4.4 stars from 1K ratings and an Amazon's Choice pick on this listing
- Foam-padded segments for comfort during use
- Includes a measuring tape to track progress
- 8 detachable segments for easy storage and transport
Worth knowing
- Costs £5.00 more than the Active 100 on these listings
- No auto-spinning counter ball, unlike the Active 100
Best for
- Buyers who want a listing with an established rating and review count
- Anyone who wants a padded, simple segmented hoop
- Those who want to track waistline progress with an included tape
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want the lowest price
- Anyone who specifically wants a spinning counter-ball mechanism
Active 100 Fitness Hula Hoops, Smart Weighted — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as an adjustable smart weighted hoop with a detachable 360° auto-spinning gravity ball, sold as an all-in-one set with a user guide, lightweight and quick to assemble. A best seller on this listing with 4.0 stars from 3.6K ratings.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the FitnessWave on these listings, at £7.99
- Detachable 360° auto-spinning counter ball included
- Best seller with 3.6K ratings on this listing
- Adjustable sizing to fit the waist
Worth knowing
- Slightly lower star rating than the FitnessWave (4.0 vs 4.4)
- No stated foam padding on the segments
Best for
- Buyers who want the lower price
- Anyone who wants the auto-spinning ball mechanism
- Those who want a best-seller with a large review count
Not ideal for
- Buyers who prioritise the highest star rating available
- Anyone who wants foam-padded segments specifically
