I got the Fitbit for Christmas and loving it. It is a great tool. I like it sets goals for you and emails you badges when you achieve a goal. Also sends you a weekly update on how you are doing. Plus I like the alarm, easier to wake with. Does yours measure your sleep? Mine does, apparently I don't sleep well. I understand about the cold, stayed home from the gym yesterday because of it. I was the same too when my daughter was little.