Our research on Fitbit products: what each one is best for, how they compare and which alternatives to consider.
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Fitbit · Fitness Trackers
You want a slim band that tracks steps, heart rate, sleep and runs with built-in GPS, on iPhone or Android.
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Thinking about buying Fitbit? VerdictFox covers 1 Fitbit product in fitness trackers, each with an independent Buy, Consider or Skip verdict. Our highest-rated Fitbit pick is the Fitbit Charge 6, which typically sells for $99–$159 on Amazon.com.
The Fitbit Charge 6 is best for most people. Its key feature is accurate tracking with built-in GPS in a slim band, and it usually costs $99–$159. Buy it if you want a slim band that tracks steps, heart rate, sleep and runs with built-in GPS, on iPhone or Android. Skip it if you want a big screen, apps or deeper training data than Fitbit offers. Our verdict: Buy, with a research score of 8.6 out of 10.
How does Fitbit compare with rivals? In fitness trackers, the main alternatives include the Amazfit Bip 6 (budget pick, $69–$89), the Oura Ring 4 (sleep tracking without a band, $349–$499) and the Garmin vívosmart 5 (garmin fans who want a band, $99–$149). Our best fitness trackers list ranks them side by side so you can see where Fitbit wins and where it does not.
When you buy Fitbit on Amazon.com, check that the listing is sold by Amazon or by Fitbit's official store so the manufacturer warranty applies. Register the product with Fitbit after it arrives, keep the order confirmation, and note the return window in case it is not the right fit.
Decide whether you need built-in GPS; without it, runs only map when you carry your phone. Check subscription costs, since some brands lock their best insights behind a monthly fee. Comfort matters for sleep tracking, so a slim band or ring beats a chunky watch overnight.
For steps, heart rate and sleep trends, good trackers are accurate enough to be useful. Treat calorie burn as an estimate rather than an exact figure. No. The Charge 6 tracks steps, heart rate, sleep and workouts without it. Premium adds deeper insights and guided programs for about $10 a month.
Fitness trackers are popular New Year and Prime Day deals. Factor in any membership fee before you buy, check that the band size fits your wrist, and keep the receipt in case you need a different size.
Across the fitness trackers we cover, typical prices run from $69 to $499. Prices on Amazon.com change often, so treat these as typical ranges and check the current price before you buy.
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