Whether you're trying to get pregnant or not trying to, one thing is constant throughout fertility. Women monitor their fertility to know when it's easiest to get pregnant, which can help in either situation. Some trackers cost hundreds of dollars, like the Apple Watch 9, while some have free apps, but each device has unique features. Here are five different trackers to help you with fertility monitoring and family planning. (Note: we did not include an Apple Watch (version 8 or later) which can track a woman's ovulation because it does so via a wrist reading. All the devices below do not use a wrist reading to monitor your body's temperature.)

Mira works with a free app that pairs over BluetoothMira

Mira

Mira is a tracker that works with a smartphone iOS and Android app to let you see hormone levels in detail. The device pairs over Bluetooth. The app is color-coded, so you can see when specific hormones are at their highest and what that means in terms of fertility.

Mira costs $199 and comes with ten single-use trackers or wands to start. You can order additional packs of 20 for another $59.

A smart bracelet, Ava, is $259 and includes access to an appAva

Ava Fertility

The Ava smart bracelet will provide insight into your cycle and track your health without additional work. The bracelet and app duo will detect the very beginning of your fertile window using pulse rate and other parameters that don't require peeing on a stick or taking your temperature. In addition, Ava also provides information on your sleep habits, stress levels, resting heart rate, and more so you can check up on your health.

Ava Fertility offers two distinct plans to cater to different needs. The Ava Fertility Basic plan, priced at $279, includes the Ava bracelet, a comprehensive cycle, fertility and pregnancy tracking app, membership in Ava's exclusive online community, 30 days of free access to Awesome Woman, and free shipping. On the other hand, the Ava Fertility Plus plan, priced at $309, not only provides all the features of the Basic plan but also offers a 12-month guarantee. Under the Plus plan, users benefit from in-app cycle, fertility, pregnancy tracking, a full refund if they are not pregnant within 12 months, free shipping, and a valuable resource with "The Ultimate Guide to Getting Pregnant" e-book.

This armband from Tempdrop collects temperature and motion data to pick up details about your cycleTempdrop

Tempdrop

Tempdrop is another wearable device, a fertility tracker that will provide you with accurate information to input into other fertility apps by tapping into the temperature method. The armband continuously tracks your temperature and collects thousands of data points from two temperature sensors and one motion sensor. Tempdrop then learns your sleeping and temperature patterns that correlate directly with hormonal fluctuations and ovulation cycles.

Tempdrop costs $169 to $201, depending on your selected coverage.

OvuSense is worn at night, reading your body core temperatureOvuSense

OvuSense Flex and OvuCore sensor

Are you looking for a physical tracker that can track your body's core temperature and is worn at night while someone sleeps? In the morning, data is downloaded to a smartphone app, and that information helps the OvuSense app predict ovulation. If so, check out OvuSense.

OvuSense offers a reliable solution for individuals seeking to optimize their chances of conceiving, regardless of their cycle type. This innovative system predicts ovulation 24 hours in advance more accurately than traditional ovulation predictor kits or monitors. It confirms the precise ovulation date with an impressive 99% accuracy rate, surpassing other home-based tests or monitors. Clinically proven to identify up to 5 additional fertile days in each cycle compared to competing devices, OvuSense has the potential to save users up to 15 months on their journey to conception.

OvuSense offers two comprehensive fertility tracking plans to cater to different needs. The OvuSense Flex plan, priced at $39 per month, includes a wearable sensor that confirms ovulation and identifies your most fertile days within the OvuSense App. If pregnancy doesn't occur within the first three months, users receive a complimentary nurse consultation along with the advanced OvuCore vaginal sensor, which provides real-time ovulation prediction with 99% accuracy. It is suitable for all cycle types, including PCOS, and is FDA Cleared as a Class 2 medical device.

On the other hand, the OvuSense Advanced Fertility Monitor offers flexible payment options, including $35 per month, $279 annually, or a $399 one-time payment. This monitor stands out as the sole ovulation tracker and cycle monitor capable of predicting and confirming ovulation, granting an 8-day fertile window at the cycle's onset. With FSA/HSA eligibility, a 90-day return policy, and FDA Class 2 clearance, it accommodates various cycle types, including PCOS, achieving a 96% accuracy rate in predicting ovulation and a remarkable 99% accuracy in confirming it.

OvuSense also notes that the price may be covered by an HSA/FSA or health savings account.

Kindara is an app that works with the basal body temperature (BBT) thermometer of your choosing Kindara

Kindara

Kindara is an app that has a device of your choosing. Any basal body temperature (BBT) thermometer will work with the app — you take your BBT at the same time every morning before getting up, and Kindara takes care of the rest, providing you with data, a community, and tips on how to reach your fertility goals. And while a BBT thermometer can set you back anywhere from $30 to $300, the Kindara Basic app is free. The company gives you a complimentary 45-day Premium service trial, which costs $4.99 per month or $49.99 annually.

A fertility tracker doesn't have to be complicated — you can go super simple with a mobile app or pinpoint your exact placement with a smart device. After all, the Internet of Things is here to help, not complicate.

And if you need help finding a BBT thermometer or any smart health device, check out The GearBrain, our product find engine. It can help you find, buy, and connect any smart device, including smart thermometers or wearables compatible with your mobile device's operating system.

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