Category ceiling
5.8 HIP
This is the best score a product in this category can reach when the maker shares full data about
its materials, supply chain, repairs, and end-of-life. It is a target, not a product on sale today.
Standard HIP Mark not achievable in this category
The ceiling score for this category is 5.8, below the 6.0 threshold for the Standard HIP Mark.
This is due to structural material constraints — not poor design.
The best-performing verified product in this category may qualify for
Category Leader recognition instead.
HIP Score
5.8/10
Below Standard
At category baseline (5.8)
Category ceiling: 5.8 HIP
Regenerative Index
-2.0
Extractive
At category average (-2.0)
Category ceiling RI: -2.0
Score Breakdown
How rare are the materials?
MSI · 20%
4.5
Why this score ▸
The product contains cobalt and lithium, both listed on the EU Critical Raw Materials list, which drives the scarcity score despite the presence of abundant materials like glass and recycled plastics. While supply chains show diversity across the EU, Australia, DRC, and Chile, the reliance on these critical battery metals prevents a lower scarcity rating.
Where do the materials come from?
SCR · 18%
5.5
Why this score ▸
The supply chain includes high-risk sourcing from the DRC, a primary origin for cobalt, which presents significant governance risks. However, the score is elevated to the moderate range due to the presence of a formal OECD due-diligence framework, the existence of alternative suppliers, and the inclusion of stable sourcing regions like Australia, Chile, and Germany which diversify the overall risk profile.
Can it be recycled?
RC · 18%
7.0
Why this score ▸
The product features a verified take-back scheme, compliant recycling labelling, and clean disassembly via standard screws, enabling 72% of materials to enter practical recycling streams. This aligns with the 'Well-Designed for Recovery' criteria (7-8 range) where manufacturer-led recovery and clear material separation drive the score.
Can you fix it?
R · 13%
7.0
Why this score ▸
The product features standard Pentalobe/Torx screws and has spare parts available for 7 years, meeting the 5-year threshold for designed-for-repair products. The public service manual and an iFixit score of 7 further confirm that independent repair is genuinely practical, placing it in the 7-8 range.
Is it made fairly?
SEI · 8%
7.0
Why this score ▸
The manufacturer demonstrates verified good practice through an RBA audit completion and ISO 14001 certification, supported by manufacturing in Germany, a low-risk jurisdiction with strong labour enforcement. While ILO compliance is claimed, the presence of the RBA audit and environmental certification justifies a score in the 7-8 range.
How long will it last?
PL · 8%
7.5
Why this score ▸
The product achieves an above-average score due to a 3-year warranty, a stated 7-year design life, and a high IP68 rating suitable for its use environment. The modular design and 7-year software support commitment further demonstrate a clear intent for long-term usability and repairability.
Does it give back to nature?
RI · 15% · scale −10 to +10
-2.0
Why this score ▸
The product scores in the Extractive band (-5 to -1) due to 55% recycled content combined with a verified take-back and closed-loop programme. It is not Depleting because the recycled content exceeds 50% with a verified take-back scheme, satisfying the minimum threshold for this band. However, it does not reach Renewable or Restorative levels as primary materials include mined lithium, cobalt, and copper without Regenerative Organic Certification.
MSI 20% · SCR 18% · RC 18% · R 13% · SEI 8% · PL 8% · RI 15% = 100%
About the HIP Methodology ▸
Starting scores are low on purpose. We only count what we can confirm from public data,
so most products sit between 2 and 4 out of 10 before a maker shares their own evidence.
That gap between the starting score and what a product could reach is the whole point.
When a maker proves what their product is really made of, the score goes up.
The HIP Mark shows it has been checked.
Read the full methodology →
Consumer Summary
This Basic Fitness Tracker has an overall HIP Score of 5.8 out of 10, indicating average performance in sustainability and durability. Its Regenerative Index is -2.0, reflecting that while it uses some recycled materials and offers a take-back program, it still relies heavily on scarce raw materials like cobalt and lithium. The device balances decent repairability and a long design life with the environmental challenges of extracting new minerals.
What This Means For You
When shopping for fitness trackers, look for models that offer long warranties, spare parts availability, and verified recycling programs to extend the product's life. Avoid devices that lack clear repair options or rely entirely on new raw materials without any take-back schemes. Prioritizing products with higher repairability and recycled content helps reduce the demand for scarce resources and supports a more circular economy.
Material Watch Points
- Cobalt — EU Critical Raw Materials list
- Lithium — EU Critical Raw Materials list
- Cobalt — DRC sourcing presents high political and governance risk
- Due-diligence programme referenced but not third-party verified
Improvement Opportunities
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How this score was calculated
The HIP Score is a weighted average of seven dimensions measuring material
resilience, supply chain integrity, and end-of-life characteristics.
| Code |
Dimension |
Weight |
Score |
| MSI |
Material Scarcity Index |
0.20 |
4.5 / 10 |
| SCR |
Supply Chain Risk |
0.18 |
5.5 / 10 |
| RC |
Recyclability and Circularity |
0.18 |
7.0 / 10 |
| R |
Repairability |
0.13 |
7.0 / 10 |
| SEI |
Social and Environmental Impact |
0.08 |
7.0 / 10 |
| PL |
Product Longevity |
0.08 |
7.5 / 10 |
| RI |
Regenerative Index |
0.15 |
-2.0 (raw) |
Regenerative Index note: RI scores on a unique scale of -10 to +10.
Before weighting, the raw score is normalised: RI normalised = (RI raw + 10) / 2.
This product's RI band is Extractive.
Weighted HIP Score: 5.8 / 10
· Methodology v1.5
Base weights shown. Some product types use category-specific weight profiles —
see full methodology for details.
Read the full methodology →
Data Sources
This rating draws on the following public sources:
USGS Mineral Resources Program (public domain) · EU Critical Raw Materials List 2023 (CC BY 4.0) · World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators (CC BY 4.0)
All sources are public domain or published under open data licences.
Full source list →
About this rating:
HIP scores are based on public data and information the maker sent us at the date shown.
They show how well a product holds up over time — not a promise about safety or future supply.
Resourcehip is not liable for choices made based on these ratings.
Scope:
This is a verified product rating for Category Ceiling, assessed using manufacturer-submitted data and public category data.
Produced under Resourcehip Scoring Methodology 1.5 (CC BY-NC 4.0).
AI disclosure:
An AI model scored this rating on our own hardware — no data was sent to the cloud.
A human reviewer checked and approved it before it went live.
Model: qwen3.5:35b.
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Assessed: 2026-04-26 · Next review: 2027-04-26 · Methodology 1.5
