TomTom Review, Is TomTom Non-Toxic?
Across 14 graded products, TomTom averages Excellent (85/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 14 of its products grade Good or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
PFAS Authority is a scoring system, not a laboratory. We do not test products ourselves. Grades are model-based, built from published ingredients, materials, certifications, brand disclosures and third-party lab results where they exist. See the rubric.
Does TomTom have PFAS, by category
Worth buying from TomTom Good or better, best-graded first
TomTom
Water Resistant Watch Model 8R500 - Men
On watch case and band
Polymer case and band degradation
Standard ABS and elastomer used in fitness trackers can degrade under UV, heat, and…
Bacterial or mold growth in seals and band
Moisture trapped in the band or at seal interfaces can foster microbial growth if the…
No coating described, and no PFAS statement from the brand.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
TomTom
Tom Tom Sport Runner Wrist Watch Model 8rs00 Water Resistant Wide Band
Plastic/elastomer band
Coating degradation and peeling
If the watch case or band edges have a thin paint or protective layer, extended UV…
Bacterial or mold growth in band seams
Moisture trapped in seams or under the band during humid use or poor drying can promote…
No coating described, and no PFAS statement from the brand.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
TomTom
Black Tomtom Water Resistant Watch Model 8rs00 With Wristband
Plastic/elastomer wristband, exact
Elastomer degradation and off-gassing
Plastic and elastomer wristbands can degrade in UV light or with prolonged heat exposure…
Bacterial growth in seals and crevices
Any sealed waterproof device creates dead zones where moisture and sweat accumulate if…
Contact dermatitis from additives or microbial buildup
Elastomer wristbands may contain accelerators, antioxidants, or dyes that trigger skin…
No coating described, and no PFAS statement from the brand.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
TomTom
Spark Fit Cardio + Music Heart Rate Monitor
Plastic body, elastomer band
Elastomer band off-gassing and allergens
TPE or rubber wristbands can emit volatile organic compounds (VOCs) during initial use…
Bacterial growth in band crevices
The textured elastomer surface and moisture retention from sweat can harbor skin bacteria…
No coating described, and no PFAS statement from the brand.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
TomTom
Multi-sport Gps Watch Model 8rgo With Charger Dock
Polymer resin case, elastomer band
Polymer case degradation and microparticle shedding
Over 3-5 years of heavy use, injection-molded polyamide can develop stress cracks or…
Elastomer band UV and ozone degradation
Elastomer bands degrade when exposed to prolonged sunlight, salt spray, or chlorine.…
No coating described, and no PFAS statement from the brand.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
TomTom
Multi-Sport GPS Watch
Plastic/elastomer case
Elastomer/plastic degradation over time
Prolonged UV exposure and thermal cycling during outdoor use can cause elastomer bands to…
Seal integrity failure
Waterproof rating (typically IP67 or 5ATM for this class) depends on gaskets and assembly…
No coating described, and no PFAS statement from the brand.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
TomTom
Runner GPS Watch
Plastic case, elastomer band
Plasticizer leaching (elastomer band)
Elastomer bands typically contain plasticizers such as phthalates or alternative esters…
Bacterial/fungal growth in band crevices
Elastomer bands can harbor bacteria and mold if not cleaned regularly, particularly in…
Plastic case degradation and microparticle release
Polycarbonate and acetal copolymer can degrade under UV exposure and thermal cycling.…
Allergen or irritant additives in band material
Elastomer formulations may include antioxidants, UV stabilizers, or colorants that…
No coating described, and no PFAS statement from the brand.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
TomTom
Spark GPS Fitness Watch
Plastic case, elastomer band
Elastomer band degradation and skin irritation
Prolonged sweat and heat exposure can soften or degrade silicone and rubber elastomers…
Bacterial or mold colonization on band
Elastomer bands trap moisture in skin contact creases. Regular cleaning with soap and…
No coating described, and no PFAS statement from the brand.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
TomTom
Hot tomtom spark music and cardio gps Top Sale TomTom Spark Music Cardio Small Watch Purple Haze Sportique
Plastic casing with silicone band, waterproofed
Seal degradation and water ingress
Silicone gaskets and mechanical seals degrade over time with temperature cycling and UV…
No coating described, and no PFAS statement from the brand.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
TomTom
Multi-Sport Cardio GPS Watch
Polymer case, elastomer band
Elastomer band degradation and skin contact
Elastomer materials can accumulate bacteria and fungi in microscopic pores when exposed…
Polymer case brittleness under UV and thermal stress
Polymer cases without UV stabilizer additives (not disclosed by TomTom) may become…
Sweat and salt corrosion of internal components
Waterproof seals on sports watches can degrade over time, allowing sweat and salt to…
No coating described, and no PFAS statement from the brand.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
TomTom
Spark Music GPS Fitness Watch
Plastic/elastomer case
Elastomer band degradation and leaching
Extended exposure to sweat, sunscreen, and high heat may cause elastomer polymers to…
Microplastics
Rubbing of elastomer band against skin during friction may shed microparticles; quantity…
No coating described, and no PFAS statement from the brand.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
TomTom
Golfer 2 GPS Watch
Plastic, rubber, glass; waterproof casing
Rubber band degradation and allergen contact
Sports watch rubber bands can degrade over 2-3 years of sweat exposure, potentially…
Plastic leaching under heat stress
Extended exposure to heat above 50C (e.g., in a hot car) may cause minor leaching of…
No coating described, and no PFAS statement from the brand.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
TomTom
Runner Cardio GPS Watch
Polymer case, elastomer band
Elastomer band degradation and skin contact
Elastomer bands can break down with age, sweat, or UV exposure, potentially releasing…
Polymer case stress cracks and sharp edges
Polymer cases are prone to cracking after drops or prolonged pressure; sharp edges from…
Seal degradation and water ingress
Over time, elastomer seals around the case perimeter can shrink or crack, compromising…
No coating described, and no PFAS statement from the brand.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
TomTom
Runner GPS Watch
Plastic casing, silicone band, electronic components
Silicone band degradation and skin irritation
Medical-grade silicone is durable, but extended UV exposure or sweat-salt accumulation…
Plastic case thermal instability
ABS and polycarbonate can soften above 60°C, potentially releasing trace styrene or BPA…
Battery leakage from sealed compartment
If the device is damaged and internal batteries crack, alkaline or lithium cells can leak…
No coating described, and no PFAS statement from the brand.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
TomTom and PFAS, common questions
- Does TomTom have PFAS?
- We graded 14 TomTom products, averaging Excellent (85/100). 14 grade Good or better. Grades are model-based estimates built from published materials, ingredients and disclosures, not lab tests.
- Is TomTom non-toxic?
- TomTom Water Resistant Watch Model 8R500 - Men is the highest-graded TomTom product we have scored, at 85/100. It depends on the product line rather than the brand, so check the grade of the exact item you are buying.
- Which TomTom products are lower concern for PFAS?
- The highest-graded TomTom products we have scored are TomTom Water Resistant Watch Model 8R500 - Men, Tom Tom Sport Runner Wrist Watch Model 8rs00 Water Resistant Wide Band, Black Tomtom Water Resistant Watch Model 8rs00 With Wristband. That is our model-based estimate from materials and public disclosure, not a lab test.
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