Fitbit Charge HR

almatters
almatters Posts: 7
edited November 9 in Fitness and Exercise
I was lucky and was able to pick up a Charge HR in early December. Anyone else out there pick it up? Its my first fitbit. Anywau im wondering how accurate the daily calorie tracker is. Im looking to drop 10 pounds. Any other tips for using it? Thanks!
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  • mykaylis
    mykaylis Posts: 320 Member
    how did you get so lucky? i so badly want one and they haven't published a release date.
  • sweetage123
    sweetage123 Posts: 100 Member
    I got mine about a week before Christmas. The step count seems fairly accurate in comparison to the Fitbit One that I had before this. I've noticed that my stairs count is off sometimes, especially after driving, but that's my only real complaint! I just sync it to MFP and use the exercise tracking option when I'm doing any formal scheduled exercise.

    For anyone considering ordering after the release date, be warned that the small size is smaller than anticipated. Definitely worth measuring your wrist beforehand!
  • MrsJennaKwasniewski
    MrsJennaKwasniewski Posts: 204 Member
    It is available today! I got my e-mail this morning that I could purchase it and I did. Should be here in 5-7 days...super excited!
  • shurleec
    shurleec Posts: 99 Member
    I was so excited when I saw your post about it being available, I went to the website to order and before I could finish the shipping the site went down :( I wonder if anyone else is having this problem.
  • shurleec
    shurleec Posts: 99 Member
    Got through and order in!!
  • kristafb
    kristafb Posts: 770 Member
    I went on the site & it when I got to the page where I put my address in it says Pre-order,ships in 4-6 weeks. wth? I thought they were available now!
  • ntw25
    ntw25 Posts: 149 Member
    My surge says it is shipping now..........am I about to be disappointed ?
  • nmcrosier
    nmcrosier Posts: 268 Member
    They're trickling out here and there- some people were lucky to pick up in stores. My hubs got me the Charge for Xmas - but I gave it back - I wanted the HR since I have the flex, I wanted all the other features the HR offers...other than just a watch
  • yansbans
    yansbans Posts: 11 Member
    I ordered mine yesterday. It said ships in 6 to 8 weeks!!! :(
  • kiniece
    kiniece Posts: 96 Member
    verizon.com had the Charge and Surge in stock yesterday. I got my order in for a Surge and had it overnighted! It'll be here today!! :D
  • kiniece
    kiniece Posts: 96 Member
    the Charge HR had already sold out.
  • nilbogger
    nilbogger Posts: 870 Member
    I ordered mine yesterday to replace my Force. I'm curious to see how well the heart rate monitoring works.

    Without the HR I found the calorie estimates to be accurate in the sense that if I ate the recommended calories I would lose weight.
  • ArmyVet92
    ArmyVet92 Posts: 35 Member
    I ordered a Surge from Verizon yesterday (like another poster mentioned the Charge HR was sold out), it should be here tomorrow. If anyone would like to be Fitbit or MFP friends feel free to add me.
  • missjones513
    missjones513 Posts: 345 Member
    edited January 2015
    I just ordered the Charge HR today. I got a black one. It says ships in 1 to 2 weeks. Can't wait!
  • yansbans
    yansbans Posts: 11 Member
    I've read many people say that these are running small. There is a measuring guide on the site. The large says it fits up to 7.6" I measured my wrist, I'm exactly 7". I'm concerned that it's going to be too small, but also don't want to order the XL and it gets too big as I lose weight. Has anyone else had issues with this running "small"?
  • jdhcm2006
    jdhcm2006 Posts: 2,254 Member
    I'm seriously thinking about buying it, and seeing how I like it. But I don't want to just yet, b/c fitbit has a 45 day guarantee that starts from date of purchase. Right now it's taking 1-2 weeks to ship. By the time I would get it, I'd only have 2 weeks to give it a go.
  • kiniece
    kiniece Posts: 96 Member
    Loving the new SURGE!!! It does so much more :D:D:D
  • Raynne413
    Raynne413 Posts: 1,527 Member
    I have had the Charge HR for almost a month now. I really like it. I feel confident that the step count is fairly accurate, and the heart rate is good for non-activity times, and for just generally walking around. However, I feel that the heart rate is too low when I am doing cardio activities like Zumba, but especially kickboxing or HIIT type activities. I think it is more of a software problem than hardware though. If I check my heart rate on the device it seems pretty accurate, but the date in the graph after I'm done will be different.
  • missjones513
    missjones513 Posts: 345 Member
    edited January 2015
    missjones513 wrote: »
    I just ordered the Charge HR today. I got a black one. It says ships in 1 to 2 weeks. Can't wait!

    My Charge HR shipped today! You guys know you care lol
  • Jambalady
    Jambalady Posts: 155 Member
    I ordered my Charge HR directly from the Fitbit store on Tuesday night and I got an email yesterday morning that it shipped. I am anxiously awaiting it. I loved my Force but was one of the unfortunate severe rash victims!
  • jdhcm2006
    jdhcm2006 Posts: 2,254 Member
    Amazon has a few in stock right now (the large one's. the small ones are scalpers), and I ordered it from them. I'm going to give it a two week try, and then see if it's worth replacing my vivofit.
  • yansbans
    yansbans Posts: 11 Member
    I've realized that mine said 4 to 6 weeks because I want the different color. Crappy. Everyone let me know how you feel about the size. I can still cancel. I still have concern about the sizing. See post above.
  • Opi16
    Opi16 Posts: 5 Member
    Hello! For those with sizing questions and issues, keep in mind that this band is like a watch and adjustable :smile:

    Also I'm assuming the charge hr sold out pretty quickly , when it released. I was able to purchase mine with no issues after I received my notification though email (8am PST). Hence why some might have gotten shipping within a week vs. 5-8 weeks, :o ouch. I just hope it'll all be worth it for all of us in the end :smiley::#
  • MrsR0SE
    MrsR0SE Posts: 313 Member
    hollyhom wrote: »
    I ordered my Charge HR directly from the Fitbit store on Tuesday night and I got an email yesterday morning that it shipped. I am anxiously awaiting it. I loved my Force but was one of the unfortunate severe rash victims!

    I'll be very interested to hear how you get on with it with reference to the nickel content. I'm considering buying a Charge HR or Surge, but I'm quite worried I'll have a reaction to it.
  • WalkingAlong
    WalkingAlong Posts: 4,926 Member
    Do you have a nickel allergy or are you prone to other allergic contact dermatitis? If so, a One or Zip might be a better choice. Though the company takes them back within a year, if you have any issues, too.
    https://www.fitbit.com/forcesupport
  • MrsR0SE
    MrsR0SE Posts: 313 Member
    It does tend to be nickel, I've had a problem with watch straps, earrings etc in the past. I have a One, I just really want to have watch-type fitbit! I guess the best thing to do is to order one and see how it goes, I should know after a few days if it's a problem.
  • WalkingAlong
    WalkingAlong Posts: 4,926 Member
    Is it the Charge HR you're considering? That and the Surge have buckle type closures. The metal part doesn't contact my skin. :)
  • MrsR0SE
    MrsR0SE Posts: 313 Member
    That's good to know - yes I'm planning on getting either the Charge HR or the Surge :)
  • kiniece
    kiniece Posts: 96 Member
    spend a little more and get the Surge!! SO WORTH IT.
  • kiniece
    kiniece Posts: 96 Member
    Also, when I ordered my Surge from Verizon, all they had at that time was the size large. I have small wrists so I was worried it would be too big..but it's totally fine!! The very last 2 holes on the wristband are just enough to get a good fit. :heart: :blush:
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