Fit bit or Up Bracelet...trying to decide

grodaflicka

Hi I was wondering what people think of the Fit Bit or the UP bracelet...I'm having a hard time deciding between them. I'm looking for something to help track my activity better.

toutmonpossible

I'm unfamiliar with the second product. I lost my Fitbit a couple of months ago. If I replaced it I would probably get the bracelet style because the clip model was too easy to lose.

jasonheyd

There's a comparison of the Flex & the UP here that you might find helpful:

http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/fitbit-flex-jawbone-reviews-battle-fitness-bracelets/story?id=19240967

I've got a Fitbit Ultra, and I'm pretty sure I'll stick with something that I can stick in my pocket or clip to my belt.

The biggest advantage I can see with the Flex/UP is that you can wear 'em swimming, showering, sleeping, etc. & not have to worry about taking it off or moving it to a wrist strap like I do with my Ultra. That's a plus, but I don't find the sleep-band to be a huge hassle, I don't go swimming very often, and I don't tend to dance around in the shower -- so not too worried about the Ultra missing any morning shower aerobics.

At the same time, I'm just not sure I'd get the same kind of accuracy with something on my wrist... I've seen a lot of mixed reviews on that aspect, and I guess it's likely to vary from person to person, but I tend to carry a laptop bag around & I've heard a few people say that if your arm's not moving, then the Flex & UP miss steps.

grodaflicka

Thanks so much for your imput!! I think because of the placement, I am leaning more towards the fit bit. Still like the idea of the bracelet, but I want to use something accurate for my activities.