Which Fitbit should I buy?
Fitbit has quite a few options for fitness enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for something ultra comfortable for everyday wear, or for something rugged and premium, they have a device that'll suit your needs.
It's worth saying though that even the entry-level models are great fitness trackers. They all include the same baseline features to motivate fitness, and most Fitbits are durable enough and water-resistant up to 50 meters.
So especially if it's your first Fitbit, you can get a ton of benefits and feel healthier without needing to buy the "best Fitbit watch" from the beginning.
Let's now look at some of the more popular Fitbit models. This mini Fitbit buying guide should make sense of the details surrounding the popular fitness trackers -- and make choosing one a lot easier.
Fitbit Versa 3
We suspect that getting a Fitbit Versa 3 on Black Friday is going to be a pretty popular plan -- especially if its £169.99 retail price dips lower!
It has an AMOLED touchscreen display with built-in GPS to elevate the usual fitness features. This means it can more accurately track activities like runs and hikes, and better calculate calories stepped from daily steps. You also get the ability to control your Spotify app like you can with smartwatches like the Apple Watch or Galaxy Watch.
Fitbit Luxe
The Fitbit Luxe is a slim bracelet-like accessory that's supposed to be the most fashionable Fitbit. Of course, it still includes standard features like sleep tracking, stress management, activity logging, etc.
A Good Fitbit Luxe Black Friday deal should dip well below the £99 it usually sells for, which is already a pretty reasonable price for all the utility it gives you.
Fitbit Sense
The Fitbit Sense is priced at £219.99. This makes it one of the more expensive models, but it does include an EDA sensor and ECG sensor to prioritize managing your heart's health. It's one of the more advanced Fitbits, and with heart health being such an important part of overall health, it could definitely be worth the investment.
Fitbit Charge 5
The Fitbit Charge 5 is a jack-of-all-trades within the Fitbit range. It has the GPS functionality of the Versa 3, the slim AMOLED screen from the Luxe, and the EDA sensor for stress from the Sense. It's an easy recommendation from us since it combines so many good features.
The only thing that makes it a tougher sell is that it's a little pricey at £169.99, especially considering how similar it is to the Fitbit Charge 4. Moreover, it does make compromises compared to the other Fitbit models ie. limited exercise options, lack of customization, no physical buttons, and a smaller screen.
Fitbit Inspire 2
While the Inspire 3 was released just recently, the Inspire 2 is still one of our favourites. This 2020 model basically combined the Inspire 1 and Inspire HR. It's a no-frills Fitbit with a simple interface, capable of 24/7 utility.
Fitbit Inspire 2 just monitors your heart rate throughout activities and sleep to give you the most important health insights. With up to 10 days of battery life, you can comfortably keep it on and kind of forget it's even there.
It doesn't get easier than the Inspire 2, and at £49.99, it doesn't get much cheaper either.
