Consumer devices can give you a rough idea.
But if you want true accuracy, medical-grade reliability, and results you can act on with confidence, choose PeakVO2 for the gold standard.
*Not all metabolic testing systems are created equal. Here’s why PeakVO2 professional VO₂ max and RMR testing stands above.
FEATURE | PEAK VO2 (CLINICAL GRADE) | Consumer Devices (Calibre Biometrics, etc.) |
---|---|---|
Accuracy | Gold-standard, breath-by-breath analysis | Estimates based on algorithms & partial data |
Validation | Used in hospitals, research labs, and elite sports centers | Limited or no clinical validation |
RMR Testing | Direct measurement of oxygen exchange | Often uses prediction equations (can be off 20–30%) |
Data Provided | VO₂ max, ventilatory thresholds, fuel usage (fat vs carb), cardiopulmonary function | Basic VO₂ estimate, limited detail |
Oversight | Administered & interpreted by a qualified exercise physiologist | Self-administered, little/no expert support |