Fitbit Reviews, News, and Deals (2024)

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Fitbit Using Google Gemini for New AI That Could Become Your Fitness Coach

Google is training Gemini on health data, and it's creating a new AI model for the Fitbit app that can give advice tailored to your needs.

3/19/2024ByKate Irwin

Fitbit Charge 6 Review

4.5

Editors' Choice

With modest improvements over the last generation, including new Google lifestyle apps, Bluetooth integration with gym equipment, and a refreshed companion app, the affordable Fitbit Charge 6 remains the best fitness tracker on the market.

$159.95at Amazon

10/11/2023ByAngela Moscaritolo

Fitbit Charge 6 Fitness Tracker Promises Improved Heart Rate Accuracy

Unveiled today, the $159.95 Fitbit Charge 6 is the latest version of the brand's most popular fitness tracker. It's available for preorder now ahead of a global launch on Oct. 12.

9/28/2023ByAngela Moscaritolo

Fitbit Versa 4 Review

4.0

The Fitbit Versa 4 is an excellent fitness-focused smartwatch with welcome design improvements over the last generation, though it has limited access to apps.

$149.95at Amazon

8/24/2023ByAngela Moscaritolo

Fitbit Ace 3 Review

3.5

The Fitbit Ace 3 is a fun, attractive fitness band for younger kids that keeps tabs on activity and sleep without a monthly subscription fee, but it lacks location tracking and other apps youngsters might want.

$65.00at Amazon

6/29/2023ByErika Rawes

Make the Switch: How to Transfer Fitbit Data to an Apple Watch

Google and Apple don't play nice when it comes to sharing fitness data, but there are apps that help move Fitbit data into Apple's Health app and onto its smartwatches.

4/24/2023ByTyler Hayes

Fitbit Inspire 3 Review

4.0

Editors' Choice

With long battery life, a color touch screen, and all the basic activity and sleep features you need, the Fitbit Inspire 3 is the best fitness tracker you can get for under $100.

$92.99at Amazon

3/14/2023ByAngela Moscaritolo

Fitbit Sense 2 Review

4.0

Fitbit's health-focused Sense 2 smartwatch puts an emphasis on stress management while improving upon the original with a more responsive touch screen and longer battery life.

$249.95at Amazon

10/25/2022ByAngela Moscaritolo

Fitbit Users Will Be Forced to Have a Google Account in 2025

Whether you like it or not, a migration to Google is inevtiable for all Fitbit devices.

9/26/2022ByMatthew Humphries

Hands On: Fitbit's Sense 2, Versa 4 Smartwatches Look Like Big Upgrades

I got an unexpected first look at the Fitbit Sense 2 and Versa 4 at the IFA trade show in Berlin, and based on my initial impressions, they offer major improvements over their predecessors.

9/02/2022ByAngela Moscaritolo

Fitbit Updates Lineup With Sense 2, Versa 4 Smartwatches, Inspire 3 Tracker

The Google-owned wearable device maker is refreshing its Sense and Versa smartwatches, and its Inspire fitness tracker this fall.

8/24/2022ByAngela Moscaritolo

Fitbit Will Lose File, Music Transfers From PCs in October

Fitbit (Dis-)Connect.

8/07/2022ByNathaniel Mott

Fitbit Charge 5 Adds 'Find Phone' Feature

Owners hope the latest software update also solves phone connectivity issues.

7/20/2022ByStephanie Mlot

Fitbit Gets FDA Approval for New AFib Detection Algorithm

Fitbit's PPG atrial fibrillation algorithm 'can passively assess your heart rhythm in the background while you’re still or asleep,' the company says.

4/11/2022ByMark Knapp

Fitbit Recalls Nearly 1.7 Million Ionic Smartwatches Due to Risk of Burns

118 burn injuries have been reported so far, with two reports of third-degree burns and four reports of second-degree burns.

3/02/2022ByMatthew Humphries

Presidents' Day Deal: Save $100 on Fitbit Sense

Get a serious smartwatch and fitness tracker in one for $100 off.

2/18/2022ByMark Knapp

The Best Black Friday Fitbit Deals 2021

Fitbit's lineup of smartwatches and fitness trackers are a great way to celebrate self-care.

11/26/2021ByStephanie Mlot

Fitbit Charge 5 Gets Daily Readiness Scores, ECG App

The Fitbit Charge 5 launched without an electrocardiogram app or Daily Readiness Scores, but that changes today.

11/09/2021ByMark Knapp

Fitbit Charge 5 Review

4.5

Editors' Choice

With an always-on color touch screen, a sleeker design, and new health tracking features, the Charge 5 is a significant upgrade over the previous model and Fitbit's best fitness tracker yet.

$149.95at Amazon

9/21/2021ByAngela Moscaritolo

Fitbit Unleashes Charge 5 Fitness Tracker With Always-On Color Screen and ECG

At $179.99, the Charge 5 costs $30 more than its predecessor, but it features a color touch screen, an always-on display option, and some advanced health-monitoring features found on Fitbit's premium Sense smartwatch.

8/25/2021ByAngela Moscaritolo

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Fitbit Reviews, News, and Deals (2024)

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What is the best Fitbit for seniors? ›

What is the best Fitbit watch for seniors? Thanks to its premium health monitoring features, the Fitbit Sense gets our vote as the best Fitbit for seniors. This smartwatch comes with all the features of the Versa 3 and packs a few more that seniors will find very useful, including an ECG and skin temperature sensors.

Is Fitbit still worth buying? ›

The Fitbit app, although it has axed some legacy features, is still very usable for new joiners even without paying for the additional Fitbit Premium content. Getting a Fitbit Inspire 3 remains a great way to help you get active, and record your progress.

What is the best Fitbit to get right now? ›

Best Fitbit overall

Fitbit's Charge 6, the freshest Fitbit model, is likely the best one you can buy right now as well.

Is there a better product than Fitbit? ›

Garmin Forerunner 265: Garmin's latest midrange running watch is the best Fitbit Ionic alternative. It brings an AMOLED display to users' wrists, plus a boatload of advanced training features. Google Pixel Watch 2: Some shoppers will consider the Google Pixel Watch 2 a Fitbit device, and others won't.

Does Medicare pay for Fitbit for seniors? ›

As a UHC Medicare Advantage member, you are eligible for one Fitbit device every two plan years to help you achieve your health goals.

How to get a free Fitbit for seniors? ›

Through the Healthy Rewards Program you are eligible for 1 Fitbit Inspire 2 device at no cost to you!

What are the negatives of an Fitbit? ›

As with anything, along with pros come at least a few cons:
  • Obsession. There's awareness, motivation, competition. ...
  • Tracking Errors. As with any device, it isn't perfect or fool proof. ...
  • Connection. The device needs to connect with a smartphone and/or computer. ...
  • Stands Out.

Why is Fitbit dying so quickly? ›

Wearing or charging your Fitbit when it's too cold (below 32 degrees Fahrenheit) or too hot (above 113 degrees Fahrenheit) may damage your device and drain your battery. Avoid extreme cold or heat.

Is Fitbit going to be discontinued? ›

Fitbit's final destination is already known. By 2025 Fitbit accounts are going to be discontinued, to be replaced by Google accounts.

What is the lifespan of a Fitbit? ›

Two years on average has been the average lifespan for a Fitbit for me.

Which Fitbit is the most accurate? ›

Buying Options. The Fitbit Inspire 3 was the most accurate fitness tracker for step count and near the top of the rankings for every other test we performed. The touchscreen display is only 1.5 inches tall but is simple to navigate, thanks to its sharp colors and easily readable text and icons.

What will replace Fitbit? ›

Top 10 FitBit Alternatives
  • Polar Pacer. ...
  • Withings ScanWatch 2. ...
  • Garmin vívosmart® 5. ...
  • Oura Ring. ...
  • Carneo Prime GTR. ...
  • Tag Heuer Connected Calibre E4. ...
  • Wyze Watch 47c. ...
  • Reflex Active Series 8.
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Who is Fitbits biggest competitor? ›

Most Commonly Comparedto Fitbit
  • Google Fit. Compare.
  • Apple Health. Compare.
  • MyFitnessPal. Compare.
  • Wellable. Compare.
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  • Limeade ONE. Compare.
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What is the best watch for steps and heart rate? ›

Garmin's Vivomove Sport Watch is our top overall pick for its accuracy, comfort, ease of use, and so much more. Whether we're tracking our step count, calories burned, or time spent sleeping, we find the metrics to be spot on. The smart device doesn't stop there.

Should seniors wear Fitbit? ›

A Fitbit can help seniors stay in shape and keep track of their overall health.

What is the easiest Fitbit to operate? ›

Advanced athletes may view the lack of built-in GPS as a dealbreaker but for anyone looking for a basic, straightforward activity tracker, the Inspire 3 is the best Fitbit has. Read our full review of the Inspire 3.

Are fitbits being phased out? ›

Google is discontinuing sales of its Fitbit-branded fitness trackers and smartwatches in 28 countries. Instead, the company wants to focus on its Google Pixel devices in some markets. We explain what the Fitbit sales freeze means for you. Google acquired Fitbit in 2021 for around 2.1 billion US dollars.

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