Fitbit Charge 2 OLED Wristband activity tracker Purple, Silver

Fitbit Charge 2 OLED Wristband activity tracker Purple, Silver

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Brand : Fitbit
Product name : Charge 2
Product code : FB407SPMLEU
GTIN (EAN/UPC) : 0816137020299
Category : Activity Trackers
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Long product name Fitbit Charge 2 OLED Wristband activity tracker Purple, Silver :
Charge 2, OLED, Bluetooth 4.0, LiPo, Large, Plum/Silver
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Fitbit Charge 2, Wristband activity tracker, OLED, Waterproof, Blue
Long summary description Fitbit Charge 2 OLED Wristband activity tracker Purple, Silver :
Fitbit Charge 2. Display type: OLED. Device type: Wristband activity tracker, Product colour: Purple, Silver, Housing material: Stainless steel. Memory capacity: 7 day(s). Battery life: 5 day(s), Battery technology: Lithium Polymer (LiPo), Charging time: 2 h. Width: 21.4 mm

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Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:49

Average rating:83

Uk has collected 161 expert reviews for Fitbit Charge 2 OLED Wristband activity tracker Purple, Silver and the average expert rating is 83 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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wareable.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:51:41

Average rating:70

Fitbit's on a roll this year, which has already seen the release of both the Alta and Blaze. Now the company's offering up sequels to classic models with the Fitbit Charge 2 and the Fitbit Flex 2. The Charge 2, priced at £129.99, is more expensive than t...

Good VO2 Max data, Sleek design, Guided breathing, Affordable price...
No built-in GPS, Not waterproof, Fiddly user interface, Heart rate issues at high intensity...
The Charge 2 is definitely a decent upgrade. While it lacks the water resistance of the Fitbit Flex 2 and there's no dedicated GPS, its reasonable price tag and new feature set make it recommendable for most buyers. With the additions of VO2 Max, breathin...

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itwire.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:51:41

Average rating:0

Fitness bands now dominate 85% of the wearables market – they do a great job tracking your fitness without pretending to be anything more.Fitbit's new Charge 2 is an honest, no-fuss device that at $249.95 offers everything you could want in an unobtrusive...

It does a great job for a three-axis accelerometer device – much of that is due to the excellent app in the background. You will like the information it provides but on the caveat that you are not an athlete or a runner. This is a fitness band for the mas...

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rappler.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:51:50

Average rating:0

FITBIT CHARGE 2. The Charge 2 is a follow-up to the wearable company's best-selling Charge HR. Photos by Gelo Gonzales/RapplerIf you're looking for a new fitness tracker to help you fight off the holiday pounds, the Fitbit Charge 2 makes for a sensible pu...

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bit.com.au

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:01

Average rating:83

With Christmas just around the corner, we thought it might be fun to review some potential gifts – starting with Fitbit's latest fitness band, the Charge 2. As we pointed out in our earlier comparison , fitness bands can help with your motivation to bec...

It's hard to find fault with the Fitbit Charge 2. Yes, it doesn't have GPS built in, but aside from that, it has pretty much everything the casual fitness fan could possibly want in a streamlined, attractive package.There were four issues with the origina...

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chip.com.my

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:06

Average rating:0

The convenience of smart wearables saw the emergence of fitness smartbands and Fitbit is one of the best around.Recently, the company released a direct upgrade to its popular Charge HR, which is simply named Charge 2.It's easy to see how the Charge 2 diff...

Accurate sensors, Interchangeable straps...
Not waterproofed...
The Charge 2 is a significant upgrade over its predecessor. If you're in the market for a high quality, feature-packed fitness tracker then this should be in your short list.(previously published in issue October 2016)...

pcauthority.com.au

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:10

Average rating:100

What exactly does Joe Public want from a fitness tracker? Finding one that ticks everyone's boxes is tougher than actually walking the daily steps needed to keep them happy. Fitbit came close with the Charge HR last year, and now it's back with a sequel...

A no-nonsense middle ground between smartwatch and fitness tracker, but even with new additions there's not enough here for fitness freaks...

stuff.tv/my/

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:12

Average rating:80

What exactly does Joe Public want from a fitness tracker? Finding one that ticks everyone's boxes is tougher than actually walking the daily steps needed to keep them happy.Fitbit came close with the Charge HR last year, and now it's back with a sequel. T...

Won't put a massive dent in your wallet, Straightforward UI anyone can understand, FitBit app still the best for fitness freshmen...
Can be too simple for its own good, Where's the waterproofing?, No on-board GPS tracking...
The Charge 2 is a funky hybrid tracker that doesn't do enough to get true fitness fanatics excited.Without waterproofing and GPS, it's just too vanilla for anyone that's seriously looking to get into shape - even with more serious additions like VO2 Max.L...

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stuff.tv

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:13

Average rating:80

What exactly does Joe Public want from a fitness tracker? Finding one that ticks everyone's boxes is tougher than actually walking the daily steps needed to keep them happy.Fitbit came close with the Charge HR last year, and now it's back with a sequel. T...

Won't put a massive dent in your wallet, Straightforward UI anyone can understand, FitBit app still the best for fitness freshmen...
Can be too simple for its own good, Where's the waterproofing?, No on-board GPS tracking...
The Charge 2 is a funky hybrid tracker that doesn't do enough to get true fitness fanatics excited. Without waterproofing and GPS, it's just too vanilla for anyone that's seriously looking to get into shape - even with more serious additions like VO2 Max...

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liveatpc.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:13

Average rating:82

Sleek and StylishI've only used the Blaze prior to this review, and while I liked the features on that particular wearable, I found it too bulky for my wrist. The Charge 2 is perfect for those with petite wrists. With the everyday person in mind, Fitbit h...

Review: Fitbit Charge 2 eThe Fitbit Charge 2 still hosts the same classic features found in the Charge HR, like its PurePulse heart rate monitor, auto sleep and all-day activity tracking. In its new form, Fitbit's best-selling fitness tracker gets an upgr...

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hardwarezone.com.ph

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:13

Average rating:85

Note: This review was originally posted on October 19 at 5:15 p.m. It was updated to reflect the official pricing and availability of the product.Some part of you knows you've been sitting far too long, cocooned in your own little space in the office, yet...

At PhP 8,499, which was a bit pricey than expected, the Fitbit Charge 2 managed to deliver great results. While it lacks the waterproof feature of the Flex 2, and it has no built-in GPS module, it still comes out as a comprehensive fitness tracker with im...

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mobilesyrup.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:17

Average rating:0

The Charge 2 is Fitbit's best fitness wearable to date.It improves on its immediate predecessor in a number of ways, both big and small, and does so while making Fitbit's most popular tracker more appealing to Canadian consumers.However, it's not a homeru...

Bright and large screen makes it easy to see all parts of the Charge 2's interface, Customizable user interface lets users focus on the activities they do most oftern, Sleep tracking features and silent alarm are great additions...
Lack of built-in GPS and internal storage mean you still need to bring your smartphone on outdoor activities, Heart rate tracking didn't seem overly accurate, Compelling alternatives with more extensive feature sets exists for not a lot more money...
I found the Charge 2 to be an excellent device that included exactly the things I wanted in a fitness tracker. I'm not a swimmer, so I didn't mind the fact it wasn't waterproof. I enjoy working out, but I'm not preparing for something as intense as a tria...

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unbox.ph

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:21

Average rating:0

Activity trackers are everywhere these days, and FitBit is the arguably the leader when it comes to devices that track what you do. There's a reason for it – they're the best at combining hardware and software into a package that most of us just wear and...

FitBit's been consistently outing simple, dead easy to use activity trackers, and the Charge 2 is their best yet. While serious athletes may look elsewhere because of the missing GPS module and water resistance, the rest of us probably won't mind those mi...

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tweaktown.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:31

Average rating:94

While some tech blogs have expressed criticism towards the company for not fully embracing the smartwatch revolution, there's no doubt that Fitbit's strategies have served them very well. In stark contrast to both Microsoft and Apple who've only managed s...

If you're in the market for a fitness tracker, you simply can't do any better than the upgraded Fitbit Charge 2. It serves as a greatest hits package of the best features from the entire Fitbit line - plus some extras...

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hardwarezone.com.my

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:33

Average rating:85

Fitbit has successfully grown to become a company that's synonymous with fitness trackers, not surprisingly, since the San Francisco-based company has been actively releasing new and improved iterations of their trackers over the past couple of years. In...

Tracks a comprehensive range of sports and fitness activities accurately, Lightweight and comfortable to wear, Long lasting battery life, Very informative and user-friendly Fitbit app...
No built-in GPS module, Not waterproof...
The Fitbit Charge 2 is without a doubt one of the most comprehensive fitness trackers that you can buy for less than RM1,000. It has a wrist-based heart rate monitor that works accurately, and it can track the metrics of almost every single exercise activ...

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expertreviews.co.uk

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:35

Average rating:100

Fitbit has made a name for itself with its family of stylish, straightforward fitness wearables, and now there’s another one to add to the list – the Charge 2. Taking the place of the Fitbit Charge and Charge HR, the Charge 2 is now the cheapest heart-rat...

5-day battery life, Comfy to wear, Easy to use...
No built-in GPS, No ANT+ support...
The Fitbit Charge 2 gets a lot right. You want a simple, hassle-free and long-lasting wearable? Then the Charge 2 ticks all the boxes. The lack of in-built GPS and compatibility with external ANT+ sensors might push some people towards pricier rivals such...

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pocket-lint.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:38

Average rating:90

The Fitbit Charge HR was the fitness tracker to beat in 2015. It wasn't only one of the best from the company - which also makes the Surge, Blaze and Alta - but one of the best dedicated trackers with heart-rate monitoring from any manufacturer. And now...

Premium design, larger display, accurate step and sleep tracking, interchangeable straps, extensive features, great battery life, fantastic app interface...
No waterproofing, smartphone notifications could be smarter, some data could be easier to find on app...
There's a lot to love about the Charge 2. It takes the best features from the Fitbit Charge HR and Alta, while adding a few more including VO2 Max and Guided Breathing. It also takes on Fitbit's new design ethos with interchangeable straps, solid build qu...

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ausdroid.net

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:42

Average rating:0

Fit bands seem to be a dime a dozen these days and yet the only brand that a majority of people know is the Fitbit. Fitbit were not the first to make a fit band but they were the first to make it usable and bring it to the masses. Since then, as I've stat...

Solid build, Extremely solid band, HR works while exercising...
Notifications minimal, Unable to turn off, Touch screen limited, Smallish display...
As I said earlier, fitbands are a dime a dozen. Each one does different things better than the other. The Fitbit Charge 2 is no exception. It is woefully inept when compared to its competitors at displaying notifications and interactions with them from yo...

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cravingtech.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:43

Average rating:100

Fitbit Charge 2 Review – Activity trackers are quite popular nowadays. They are not just there to show you some stats about your current health, but also to motivate us to stay healthy – whether through good daily exercises or having a good night sleep.At...

Best Fitbit device at the moment with heart rate monitoring...

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impulsegamer.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:44

Average rating:90

With a recommended retail price of $245.95AUD (September 2016), this new version of the Charge even comes with the ability to swap bands and there's also some luxury bands available as well. Given that, the standard version of the Charge 2 comes with four...

So as the world of smartwatches and activity trackers blur, the Charge 2 sits nicely in the middle and thankfully is more fitness focused. If you're after a product that successfully monitors your health with a couple of smartwatch features plus an excell...

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alphr.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:45

Average rating:100

When I took a look at the Fitbit Charge HR a few months ago, I was a touch underwhelmed. Fitbit's more recent models (see the Alta and the Blaze) were stylish and customisable, and the Fitbit Charge HR felt like a dinosaur by comparison – albeit a dinosau...

A couple of minor bugbears aside, it's hard to find fault with the Fitbit Charge 2. Okay, it's slightly more expensive than the model it replaces, but the cosmetic and design changes more than make up for the £10 price hike. And yes, it doesn't have GPS b...

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gizmodo.com.au

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:45

Average rating:90

After two years in the wilderness — so to speak — Fitbit has a replacement for its now-middle-aged Charge and Charge HR fitness trackers. The new Charge 2 adds GPS tracking for your workouts — although not built into the wristband itself — and a host of o...

Overall excellent fitness tracking suite, Cardio Fitness Level is another new metric, Screen now shows more, supports notifications...
Guided breathing done better by competitors, You still need your phone for GPS tracking, Hard to justify upgrade from original Charge...
The $249.95 Fitbit Charge 2 is a worthy improvement from the original Charge and Charge HR, making good strides in everything from design — it now has interchangeable bands! — to the size and utility of the on-screen display, which on the old devices was...

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trustedreviews.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:45

Average rating:80

Hands-on with the Fitbit Charge 2 – Bigger display, interchangeable bands Fitbit says that its original Charge and Charge HR were its best-selling fitness trackers to date. Unsurprisingly, then, Fitbit has taken everything that proved popular on the origi...

Interchangeable bands, Large display for at-a-glance information, Comfortable to wear, Consistent tracking, Cardio Fitness score is a useful metric, 5-day battery life, Updated with Sleep Stages and Sleep Insights...
No GPS (GPS Connected mode requires your smartphone), Gesture recognition is ropey, Basic notifications...
Fitbit Charge 2 – App and Guidance Over the years, I've worn a whole raft of Fitbit trackers and so have seen many of the changes that the app has undergone. One area the company should be applauded for is updating its app with new features and improving...

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techradar.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:45

Average rating:80

If you're wearing a Fitbit right now there's a very good chance it's a Charge or a Charge HR on your wrist – but there's now a new Fitbit in town, and you'll want to take a serious look at it.The Fitbit Charge 2 is the first upgrade to the popular Charge...

Larger display, Phone notifications on your wrist...
Thicker design, Not waterproof...
Fitbit has updated one of its very best fitness trackers, but there's not much new here compared with the Fitbit Charge HR...

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techradar.com/au/

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:45

Average rating:0

If you're wearing a Fitbit, there's a very good chance it's a Charge or a Charge HR on your wrist right now – but there's a new version out that you may want to upgrade to.The Fitbit Charge 2 is the first upgrade to the popular Charge range since 2013 a...

Larger display, Phone notifications on your wrist...
Thicker design, Not waterproof...
Fitbit has updated one of its very best fitness trackers, but there's not much new here compared to the Fitbit Charge HR...

goodhousekeeping.co.uk

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:46

Average rating:78

The Fitbit Charge 2 is the latest fitness monitor from the biggest name in the activity tracker market. We rate the popular Charge HR, and this is the successor to that model. We love how stylish and colourful it is, how it has all the expected features...

Connects to your smartphone's GPS and uses it to track extra stats like pace when you're out running, along with displaying a map of where you ran, Breathing training function offers exercises to help you breathe properly and relax, The device uses your h...
The food database for calories consumed is USbased by default, so you need to head into advanced settings and change it to UK you can scan barcodes but we found some more popular items, like chocolate biscuits, weren't listed, It's not waterproof and can'...
Activity trackers have come a long way since they first started appearing about five years ago, as proven by Fitbit's new Charge 2. This is an ideal tracker for anyone who hasn't bought one before or anyone upgrading from an older model. It builds on the...

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techadvisor.co.uk

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:46

Average rating:90

Fitbit has replaced both the Fitbit Charge and Fitbit Charge HR with its new Fitbit Charge 2 activity tracker. Here's what we know right now, and we will update this review as soon as we have more hand-on time with the new tracker. The Fitbit Charge 2 is...

The Fitbit Charge 2 is a worthy upgrade to the extremely popular Charge HR. Users will love the larger display and interchangeable wristbands, plus the updated fitness features...

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whistleout.com.au

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:49

Average rating:0

Cost: $249.95The Fitbit Charge 2 is the successor to Fitbit's best-selling tracker to date, the Charge HR. Much like the Charge HR, the Charge 2 is a tracker built for fitness enthusiasts looking to monitor and improve their performance, rather than just...

Clean design, Fantastic companion app, Good battery life, Comfortable to wear for extended periods of time...
Not water resistant, A little bulky, Very limited notification functionality, Leather bands are an expensive extra...
Fitbit's Charge 2 is an easy to recommend fitness tracker for those after a bit more than the "basics" and a healthy dose of motivation. Continuous heartrate monitoring, an amazing companion app, and a five to six day battery life are all standout feature...

canadianreviewer.com

Updated:
2017-02-08 03:58:36

Average rating:70

Personally, it has been the fitness wearable I've returned to the most and has also been the device that's replaced my mechanical watches as well as my growing collection of smartwatches.More like a sleek bracelet with a sligthly curved glass display, the...

The Fitbit Charge 2 is a fitness tracker I can reccomend to any level of user wanting to improve their fitness. It works well as a watch, with various faces to choose form and good basic functions, it is a great fitness tracker if you can manage to avoid...

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hardwarezone.com.ph

Updated:
2017-02-21 01:21:50

Average rating:85

Some part of you knows you've been sitting far too long, cocooned in your own little space in the office, yet you won't acknowledge it. There you are, staring at your computer, deliberately ignoring the urge to stand up and do something. This calls for dr...

At PhP 7,699, the Fitbit Charge 2 managed to deliver great results. While it lacks the waterproof feature of the Flex 2, and it has no built-in GPS module, it still comes out as a comprehensive fitness tracker with improved features. It also didn't have t...

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gadgetguy.com.au

Updated:
2017-03-10 01:47:13

Average rating:88

There are plenty of options when it comes to choosing an electronic fitness aid. What kind of fitness regime do you propose for yourself? Does the gadget come with a sufficient range of related devices so that it will cover all your needs? Does the matchi...

Good range of displays, nice styling, good visibility of display, respectable accuracy, notifications, useful tracking function...
You're locked into the Fitbit ecosystem which isn't a problem if, as I do, you like it...
The Fitbit Charge 2 is third from the top in the Fitbit line up but it shares with them the same app and a very good choice of information displays. None of them are really “watch-like”, which is where the more expensive models may suit some people more...

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alphr.com

Updated:
2017-07-14 04:37:51

Average rating:100

Update: The Fitbit Charge 2 is still one of the best fitness trackers you can get, and as part of Amazon's Prime Day discounts, it's now even more appealing. Until 11:45 on Tuesday 11 July, the Fitbit Charge 2 will be just £77 instead of its usual £130...

A couple of minor bugbears aside, it's hard to find fault with the Fitbit Charge 2. Okay, it's slightly more expensive than the model it replaces, but the cosmetic and design changes more than make up for the £10 price hike. And yes, it doesn't have GPS b...

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expertreviews.co.uk

Updated:
2017-11-18 05:09:07

Average rating:0

Still, if you’re intent on losing the gut or just getting a bit more healthy, there are plenty of fitness trackers to choose from. From tiny single-purpose fitness trackers that cost as little as £50 right up to chunky, fully-featured devices that run int...

The best wearables from Fitbit, Garmin, Misfit and more...

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expertreviews.co.uk

Updated:
2018-05-21 13:52:47

Average rating:0

Looking for a great deal on a fitness tracker? Here's our pick of the best available right nowIn this list, we've aimed to all types of devices including more basic fitness trackers that don't have GPS to or heart-rate sensors. Battery life can vary signi...

There are plenty of fitness trackers out there, but these are our picks...

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HEXUS.net

Updated:
2018-07-28 20:28:54

Average rating:0

I must confess to being in the same boat as many HEXUS readers when it comes to smartwatches and fitness trackers. I've never really felt the need to get one; I'm happy enough with my fitness; I know when I've had a good night's sleep; I definitely don't...

Sleek design, Wide choice of bands, Multi-sports and 24/7 heart rate, Connected GPS and notifications, Apps on Android, iOS and Windows, Good battery life...
QuickView isn't perfect, Faux touchscreen is finicky, Not waterproof...
Though there's plenty of choice when it comes to fitness trackers, Fitbit Charge 2 remains a best-seller for good reason.Priced affordably and sleek in appearance, Fitbit's mid-range solution strikes an enviable balance between comfort, ease of use an...

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androidguys.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:51:42

Average rating:0

With phones and apps getting smarter all of the time, it's easy to track your basic movements and activities. Be it counting steps in Google Fit or heart rate monitoring in a Samsung phone, it's not hard to keep up with your basic health-related tasks. Bu...

Battery life, at five days, was great and we appreciate only having to charge it up once or twice in any given week. Speaking of which, we kind of dig the charging mechanism and clamp which hold things in place.There's a lot to be said about the overall a...

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chipchick.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:51:47

Average rating:0

With there sure to be an uptick in fitness goals in the coming months, the Fitbit Charge 2 is ready to be the ultimate tech stocking stuffer gift or indulgence. We tested the latest Fitbit Charge 2 for over two weeks, capturing, tracking, and noting the t...

SmartTrack makes it possible to automatically log workouts, excellent app, swappable bands, continous heart rate monitoring, great battery life of about 5 days, new larger OLED display is easier to read and shows more information...
Sensitivity is a bit on the lower end for this OLED screen, don't sweat the small stuff if the guided breathing sessions aren't helping you relax, not water resistant, Prev2 of 2Next...

mashable.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:51:55

Average rating:0

When it comes to wearables, your choices primarily fall into two buckets: smartwatches that have fitness tracking features and fitness trackers that also have smartwatch-style notifications.Fitbit's new Charge 2 falls squarely in the latter group. It's al...

Tracks everything, Excellent battery life, Swappable bands and customizable display...
A little bulky for small wrists, Not waterproof, App can be difficult to navigate...
Fitbit Charge 2The GoodTracks everything • Excellent battery life • Swappable bands and customizable displayThe BadA little bulky for small wrists • Not waterproof • App can be difficult to navigateThe Bottom LineFitbit's Charge 2 is the best tracker for...

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dcrainmaker.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:51:58

Average rating:0

I've been wearing the Fitbit Charge 2 for a bit over a month now, comparing it day by day to other watches and wearables. Within this review I'll dive into everything you'd ever want to know about it, from the device usability, to the accuracy, to that of...

As with almost all Fitbit products, they tend to be a popular and well rounded offering. And the Charge 2 is mostly in that same vein. The unit includes new sport modes that help you to get better data about your specific activity. Plus, the separable ban...

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tomsguide.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:00

Average rating:80

Fitbit has really stepped up its packaging design for the new Charge 2. When you open the box everything is nicely in its place and there is no more fighting with the plastic to get the device out. The new Charge is much more stylish than its predecessor...

Michael A. Prospero is the reviews editor at Laptop Mag and Tom’s Guide. When he’s not testing out the latest running watc, skiing or training for a maratho, he’s probably using the latest kitchen gadget.

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androidheadlines.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:04

Average rating:0

When it comes to wearables, most people aren't buying smartwatches like many smartphone manufacturers were hoping. Instead it's activity trackers that are making all of the dough, so to speak. And in the world of activity trackers, Fitbit is leading the w...

The Fitbit Charge 2 is a pretty big upgrade over the original Charge HR. Not only because of the larger screen, but it's just a better product overall. It's great that Fitbit opted to keep the same design that they used on the Fitbit Alta, although the ba...

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recombu.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:07

Average rating:80

Fitbit Charge 2 Review: We test Fitbit's latest fitness tracker, the Fitbit Charge 2, which updates the original Charge wearable with a bigger screen, customisable wristbands and some extra functionality including a heart rate sensor.Fitbit is one of the...

Large display, Heart rate sensor, Feature-packed app...
Accuracy issues, Mocks your lazy ways...
The Charge 2 is, like a lot of fitness trackers, a perfectly decent way of casually monitoring your daily activities. That good-sized display means you can quickly and easily check out your vitals without having to pull out your mobile, while the well-des...

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androidpolice.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:09

Average rating:0

When I reviewed the Fitbit Blaze a few months ago, one of my main complaints was its bulky design and the identity crisis over what it actually is: a smartwatch, a sports watch, a fitness tracker, or all of the above to a certain extent. That was never a...

Svelte design The Charge 2 looks nice on the wrist and doesn't draw attention the way the Fitbit Blaze or Surge do. It's also very comfortable to wear, Removable bands If the Charge 2's band gets torn or old, or if you get bored of the color or material...
Battery life Fitbit seems to have decided that 45 days of battery life is good enough, but other brands are offering much more...

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androidauthority.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:10

Average rating:83

Fitbit has gained massive success in the fitness tracking and wearable communities by offering quality products at affordable price points, and perhaps that's why the Fitbit Charge HR was so successful. With a long-lasting battery, accurate activity track...

Sleek, modern design, 4- to 5-day battery life, Accurate step and sleep tracking, Affordable, Companion app is intuitive, Bigger display is a welcome addition...
Not waterproof, Heart rate monitor struggles with high intensity workouts, Interchangeable bands are pricey...
The Fitbit Charge 2 is one of the best fitness trackers in the $100-$200 price range. Despite the lack of proper waterproofing and slightly inaccurate heart rate monitor, the Charge 2's improved design, bigger screen and accurate activity tracking make fo...

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theverge.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:28

Average rating:0

Activity trackers should be accurate trackersPeople really love their Fitbits. This is evidenced by sales numbers alone: Fitbit sells more activity trackers than anyone else. Anecdotally, Fitbits abound: walk through any airport, hike any trail, jog throu...

Bigger display, Multisport mode, Intuitive app, Week-long battery life...
Inaccurate distance tracking, No pause function, Not waterproof...
More times than not, the Verge score is based on the average of the subscores below. However, since this is a non-weighted average, we reserve the right to tweak the overall score if we feel it doesn't reflect our overall assessment and price of the produ...

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macworld.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:33

Average rating:90

Fitbit owns the activity tracker market, but its most popular fitness band was in need of a reboot. The Fitbit Charge HR has everything you could want in an inexpensive fitness tracker, but its tiny display was outdated and its features were in need of an...

Large touchscreen OLED display, Versatile, interchangeable accessory bands, Improved, higher-quality design...
Bulky for small-wristed folks, Awkward side-scrolling notifications on a vertical screen...

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engadget.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:38

Average rating:83

Fitbit's 2-year-old Charge HR has been in dire need of an upgrade, and thankfully, the company has finally refreshed its lineup. The new Charge 2 boasts better exercise tracking, more informative stats, GPS capability and a larger screen for the same pric...

Bigger display, Long-lasting battery, Continuous heart rate tracking, Automatic workout detection...
Unwieldy guided breathing implementation, Bland design...
The Fitbit Charge 2 brings some much-needed updates to the popular Charge HR. It can now track your distance by tapping your phone's GPS for more accurate pace info and will automatically detect that you're working out after 15 minutes. It also has ne...

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arstechnica.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:45

Average rating:0

After trying something new with the Blaze pseudo-smartwatch , Fitbit's most recent endeavor is an upgrade to one of its most popular devices. The Charge 2 has already booted the Charge HR from Fitbit's website, and rightly so since it's essentially a refi...

Larger display shows more information so you don't have to open the app as often, Interchangeable bands let the more fashion-conscious among us switch things up, Accurate SmartTrack auto-monitoring of exercises...
Only supports connected GPS, so keep your phone with you if you need maps, Cardio fitness score is only an estimate of VO2 max and is arguably limited in its usefulness, Smartphone notifications are limited compared to other similarly priced devices...

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goodhousekeeping.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:48

Average rating:70

The Fitbit Charge 2 builds on the success of the Charge HR — the best selling fitness tracker in 2015, according to The NPD Group – with a new sleek design and innovative features.The Charge 2 has a large OLED touchscreen that's four times bigger than the...

Continuous heart rate monitoring, Automatic exercise recognition, Use phone's GPS to record your running/cycling route, Guided breathing sessions to help you relax, Reminders to move when you have been inactive, Can compare your fitness to people like you...
Not fully waterproof...
The Charge 2 is perfect for the anyone, from the avid fitness guru to someone who is looking to improve their health and fitness, and at $149.95 we think it comes at a great price. If Fitbit continue to make products like this then we don't see them givi...

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pcmag.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:48

Average rating:0

The Charge 2 ($149.95), coming out in September, is the most promising new fitness tracker we've seen from Fitbit in some time. It automatically tracks your calories burned, distance traveled, heart rate, steps, and sleep, and it can help you return your...

Large display, Built-in continuous heart rate monitor, Automatically tracks activities, calories, distance, steps, stairs, and sleep, Delivers idle alerts, Relax mode leads breathing exercises, Interchangeable bands...
Faint screen, Attracts fingerprints, Not waterproof...
The Fitbit Charge 2 does everything the Fitbit Charge HR can, along with new idle alerts, automatic activity tracking, guided breathing sessions, interchangeable bands, and the option to connect your phone for GPS...

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tomsguide.com

Updated:
2017-01-20 02:52:48

Average rating:80

After the somewhat lackluster launch of the Alta and Blaze, Fitbit is returning to its two most popular fitness trackers, the Charge and the Flex, and giving them a long-awaited overhaul. The more expensive of the two, the Charge 2 ($149) features a new d...

Interchangeable ban, Accurate heart rate monito, Great ap, Good battery life...
Not swim resistan, Hard to see display in sunlight...
It's hard to say that a company is in trouble when it owns 70 percent of the entire wearables market, but many — including myself — were wondering if Fitbit had lost its mojo. There's nothing hugely revolutionary about the Charge 2, but its new features...

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consumersearch.com

Updated:
2017-09-04 02:31:39

Average rating:0

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Tracks steps, calories burned, heart rate, sleep and workouts, Guided breathing sessions, Call, text and calendar alerts, Reminds wearers to move...
Not water-resistant, Requires smartphone GPS to map routes...
The Fitbit Charge 2 does everything anyone could want an activity tracker to do. It tracks your steps, activities, calories burned and heart rate, plus it monitors your sleep quality. The Charge 2 reminds wearers to get up and move throughout the day and...

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techgearlab.com

Updated:
2018-04-03 06:36:02

Average rating:73

The newly released Fitbit Charge 2 offered exceptional performance at a price that couldn't be beat, earning it our Best Buy award. This model performed exceptionally well across the board. Receiving the highest score in our two highest weighted testing m...

Stylish, easy to use, great display...
Not water resistant, shorter battery life...
The Charge 2 performed exceptionally well in our tests, particularly in our health and fitness impact tests. This model does a great job at tracking a variety of workouts and has the nice feature of being able to add GPS through your phone. While this may...

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the-gadgeteer.com

Updated:
2018-07-08 19:48:51

Average rating:0

It's been almost a year and a half since I reviewed the Fitbit Charge HR and Fitbit Surge activity trackers. Fitbit's newest wrist-based tracker merges the features of both of the activity trackers from last year into one new wearable for 2016 called the...

Continuous heart rate monitoring, Tracks steps, sleep, stairs and more, Easy to use...
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