Fitbit?

There is a fitbit group on this site, and also, fitbit's website has a community forum that might give you some helpful info. I have the fitbit ultra (bought it before the new one came out) and I love it, but have never used the sleep feature. It's not a sleep alarm, but it keeps track of how often you "wake" based on your movements. If you're a restless sleeper it may not be too accurate. But I do recommend the fitbit overall; it's an easy method of making sure you're always in a deficit and it also helps you meet your fitness goals (in terms of calories burned daily). Not great at counting non-walking (or non-running/jogging) activities, but you can always add those manually if you choose to.

I have the FitBit One and love it! It really helps to motivate me to burn more and eat better throughout the day. I say go for it! So worth it!

I've had my Fitbit One for a couple of weeks now and I love it! As a matter of fact it's making me feel guilty as I sit here working on homework instead of getting up and going out for a walk.

I have the new one (and had both the last two previous versions) and really love it. Lots of data, motivating etc.

Dont be scared off by the "membership" fee - the website is actually completely free. If you want to pay the $50 year extra, you get "premium" features - more graphs and reports. The only reason I pay for it is the ability to export my data to excel. If you do buy the fitbit, dont bother considering buying the premium until you have had it a few months and see what you already get. Chances are good you wont need the premium. If you want to do the free trial, its best to wait a few months anyway as you only get a week and there wont be anything for it to make the pretty graphs with until you have a few months data to present.

I do use the sleep features including the alarm (it vibrates). It has a normal and senstive mode. Tells you how often you wake, how long to fall asleep etc. It also depends on where you wear it (they say to put it in the wrist strap on your non-dominant hand). A lot of times I forget and leave it clipped to my waist. It does make some difference, but nothing drastic.

Overall very fun gadget if you like seeing all the data or getting immediate feedback throughout the day (I check my steps a lot throughout the day).

The newest one (the "one" not the "ultra") also has bluetooth syncing so it can sync through your phone. I havent tried that yet.

I purchased my Fitbit Zip about a week ago. In my opinion, I love my Zip and I'm glad I chose this option over the more expensive Fitbit One. I did my research, like you are, and found that the sleep feature was "neat" and "interesting to see" and not at all helpful to my overall fitness goal, so I came to the conclusion that feature would not be of much of a help to me seeing as I already have a sleep cycle alarm app on my phone. The Fitbit One does have a stair climbing feature. If stair climbing or walking to high elevations is something you do often, then it would definitely benefit you to purchase the Fitbit One.

The Zip has been an awesome addition to my life. It very motivating to want to get my steps in. It syncs to MFP and I don't have to bother with adding exercise to my food diary. It automatically adjusts my calories based on my fitness activity for the day. It's very cool!

I hope I have been some help with your decision on which Fitbit is best for you!!

Anyone feel free to add me as a friend! :glasses:

I have the FitBit One and have had it for about a month. I don't LOVE it, I think I could live life without it but it is interesting to see how many calories I burn on days I don't go to the gym just by daily activity and it has made me get up and move around more or take the stairs instead of the elevator.