When to get a new fitbit

tweetiejovi

Hey just wondering if there's any fitbit user out there that can advice? I'm still using a fitbit ultra I have had it nearly 2 years and it was second hand ( off eBay) when I got it. Recently noticed it does charge as well as it did once so wondering is it time for a flex, one, etc another brand all together? Just wondered what others have done?

simplydelish2

I have a flex and I HATE it! I question it's accuracy and it only really counts steps. I'd go for a different brand - most likely a HRM that really measures all your exercise - not just your steps. The flex also is worthless when it comes to sleep...if you or your partner moves a lot and your wrist moves - it logs it as you waking up. To me, it's been a total waste of $100. The only thing I like and the only reason I wear it - it reminds me to move...and that is the only advantage I've noticed.

WalkingAlong

http://www.dcrainmaker.com/product-comparison-calculator?type=activity-tracker#select

There's a nice comparison tool.

I'd nurse the Ultra along and wait til Christmas when new offerings will be out. Or at least til Black Friday sale prices.

SpecialSundae

I have a flex and I HATE it! I question it's accuracy and it only really counts steps. I'd go for a different brand - most likely a HRM that really measures all your exercise - not just your steps. The flex also is worthless when it comes to sleep...if you or your partner moves a lot and your wrist moves - it logs it as you waking up. To me, it's been a total waste of $100. The only thing I like and the only reason I wear it - it reminds me to move...and that is the only advantage I've noticed.

An HRM and a FitBit have totally different purposes, so that's like replacing marmalade with a steak.

For something that calculates everything you'd need one of the body temperature sensor based monitors although I haven't heard much evidence on them of late.

tweetiejovi

Thanks guys