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Fitbit Charge 3 fitness activity tracker graphite black one size s l bands included
Last Updated: April 8, 2020 (Refresh Now)
7.4
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149
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Battery Life
20battery life, 3, charge 2, 7, week
+80%
-20%
" ... After having a Charge 2, I upgraded to the Charge 3. ... "
" ... -Battery life has so far lasted almost a week and going strong. ... "
" ... I liked the charge 2 but after charge 3 they nailed it ... "
" ... I've gotten 7+ days battery life ... "
" ... I suppose this eill change as the charge 3 model is brand new but if you buy the special edition because of this feature, I would check first. ... "
" ... I love my new charge 3. ... "
" ... really like my new charge 3. ... I have had HR, Charge 2 in the past and this is by far the best one. ... "
" ... Much better than the charge 2! ... "
Charging
193, charge 2, upgraded, previously, 2
+84%
-16%
" ... But it's so good in keeping the charge! ... "
" ... I finally upgraded from a charge hr to this . ... "
" ... I had the Charge 2 a couple of years previously and this one has vast improvements. ... "
" ... I went with the charge because it suits my needs more. ... "
" ... Much better than the charge 2! ... "
" ... I'm really impressed to be getting a week between charges (what you get will depend heavily on your usage and settings, of course). ... "
" ... I liked the charge 2 but after charge 3 they nailed it ... "
" ... I love my new charge 3. ... "
Sleep Tracking
14tracking, steps, tracks, tracker, sleep pattern
+79%
-21%
" ... It's very accurate for tracking steps and sleep which are the primary reasons I purchased it. ... "
" ... Sleep tracking is my favorite. ... "
" ... Get an apple or Samsung watch, if you want a fitness tracker with sleep tracking? ... "
" ... Sleep tracking, activity tracking and food/water on the app, this has really helped my be more conscious of what I do during the day and how I can improve. ... "
" ... My wife loves this and is now a zealot for getting the right amount of daily steps, sleep quality and calorie count. ... "
" ... If you want a fitness/sleep tracker that lasts a week between charges that doesn't need to be taken off to shower etc, this is the one for you. ... "
" ... The hR and sleep function are great ... "
" ... love that it tracks my sleep pattern so well. ... "
Display Clarity
13size, easily, display, text, steps
+23%
-77%
" ... Saw a sad face on the screen out fo nowhere. ... "
" ... "I know that this is not the resolution that you're looking for today, we will be using your feedback to improve our services and also our warranty policy" ... "
" ... The screen only lit up when it was turned away from me and would not respond when I tapped it to see details or the time. ... "
" ... Bought as a gift, screen unresponsive after 4 days of use. ... "
" ... For the rest of the info you have to swipe through screens and like I said the font size is very small. ... In the Fitbit 3 they have 5 or 6 text lines on that little display screen and my 45 year old eyes can't make out 1 word. ... "
" ... And the screen got messed up as i charged it for the second time for some reason? ... "
Device Compatibility
13sync, apple, text, syncing, devices
+54%
-46%
" ... Sync's perfectly to my phone and keeps me on track. ... "
" ... Works well when I receive a text or update. ... "
" ... Pairs with my Samsung S8 perfect. ... "
" ... Unlike a lot of reviewers, I didn’t need to remove old devices. ... "
" ... I was deciding between this and the newest Apple watch. ... "
Comfort
13wrist, wearing, wear, lighter, feels
+77%
-23%
" ... Comfortable to wear. ... "
" ... - comfortable to wear ... "
" ... A nice fit for the wrist. ... "
" ... Very sleek and comfortable design. ... "
" ... It is very lightweight and comfortable. ... "
" ... • Wearability: Feels great and lightweight. ... Sometimes I forget I'm wearing it ... "
" ... I recommend ordering some new wrist bands because the original one is quite stuff and uncomfortable. ... "
" ... The band is comfortable. ... "
Software Platform
12watch, sync, fitbit, apps, setup
+67%
-33%
" ... Can't say enough about how easy it was to get the app to communicate (there are settings you need to shut off on the app or it will drain your phone battery quicly) ... "
" ... Works well when I receive a text or update. ... -Update took a really long time, but once it updated it was all good, I just wonder how many more there will be. ... If you want to play with every app under the sun and charge it all the time get the Samsung or Apple watch. ... "
" ... I don’t need to be into mustard by the watch being smart than me. ... "
" ... I had no problem with it once the updates were installed. ... "
" ... Both the device and app have improved significantly and I enjoy both. ... As an Apple user for the past 10 years with no immediate plans to change the ecosystem (as I am sure many other Apple users are), this decision by Fitbit is incredibly damaging to itself. ... People won’t choose to change their expensive smartphone to Android or something else so that their health data would sync. ... People will choose instead to buy Apple Watch or Garmin or any other smart watch or fitness watch that syncs to their Health app. ... "
" ... Although the Apple Watch has a very good display and wide variety of apps, it is 3 times the price, doesn't have built in sleep tracking ( you have to download an app and then import that data to apple health app), larger size on your wrist (uncomfortable) and the abysmal battery life of <1 day and even less if you do gps tracking or battery intensive activities. ... "
" ... If you want apps? ... "
Apps
11apps, sync, weather, watch, health app
+64%
-36%
" ... Can't say enough about how easy it was to get the app to communicate (there are settings you need to shut off on the app or it will drain your phone battery quicly) ... "
" ... If you want to play with every app under the sun and charge it all the time get the Samsung or Apple watch. ... "
" ... Everything on the app is exactly the same as the Alta. ... "
" ... Good activity tracker with interesting features with mobile app A+ ... "
" ... Although the Apple Watch has a very good display and wide variety of apps, it is 3 times the price, doesn't have built in sleep tracking ( you have to download an app and then import that data to apple health app), larger size on your wrist (uncomfortable) and the abysmal battery life of <1 day and even less if you do gps tracking or battery intensive activities. ... "
" ... I like the notifications upgrade and the weather app added. ... "
" ... If you want apps? ... "
Pedometer
11step, fitbit, fitness tracker, count, screen
+45%
-55%
" ... Doesn't sync with the current version of their app making this quite an expensive pedometer. ... "
" ... with algorithm that know what is the difference between moving and steps your really make, for exemple I walked 2km it says that I walked 7km and it s always wrong, even my friend saw its count non sens step even when I don't move and she go on running my Fitbit count more than her phone . ... "
" ... Would wake in the middle of the night with steps already on it. ... "
" ... - Even when synchronized, the fitbit has too much information yet not enough. ... Since exercise on the rowing machine doesn't count towards steps, I'd like calories burned displayed. ... "
Product Reliability
10weeks, week, months, couple, amazon
+30%
-70%
" ... It's now January and this issue has been plaguing me after one month (Oct of purchase). ... "
" ... I've had it for two months now and haven't found anyway to exchange it with Amazon. ... "
" ... DOES NOT WORK! ... "
" ... Needs to be done twice a week! ... "
" ... I've tried this out for a couple of weeks and am now sending it back: ... "
" ... Does Amazon sell the defective ones returned because this is 2 for 2 for defectives devices. ... "
" ... I’ve had mine for a week and it has worked perfectly until it froze. ... "
As Gift
9christmas, yet, really, daughter, upset
+89%
-11%
" ... This is a great gift for your significant other or for yourself! ... "
" ... Was bough for a gift so I like that it comes with both the small and large option. ... No guessing when giving it away as a gift. ... "
" ... I gave it for Christmas and recipient LOVED it ... "
" ... It was Christmas gift for my mom ... "
" ... It was just what my daughter wanted for her birthday. ... "
" ... Havnt tried it yet as it’s a Christmas gift . ... "
" ... Purchased as a present. ... "
Band
9wrist, fitbit, bands, uncomfortable, hr
+89%
-11%
" ... The size is definitely an adjustment from the much thinner Alta HR. ... "
" ... A nice fit for the wrist. ... "
" ... The band is comfortable. ... "
" ... I recommend ordering some new wrist bands because the original one is quite stuff and uncomfortable. ... You can buy softer bands in various colours on Amazon as well! ... "
" ... Formerly had a Fitbit Charge HR which I replaced the bands over the years. ... "
" ... Comes with an extra black band ... "
" ... I also question the decision to pair a dark blue-grey band with the rose-gold sides. ... "
Heartrate
8heart rate monitor, accurate, read, fitbit, charge
+88%
-13%
" ... -Phone connectivity works excellent for real time updates and tracking of things like heart rate. ... "
" ... Counts every step and is pretty accurate with heart rate. ... "
" ... The only other thing I wanted to point out was that I had also read several reviews about the heart rate monitors not being accurate. ... "
" ... The fitbit app is nice however the heart rate monitor is completely inaccurate. ... "
" ... Heart rate monitor is accurate. ... "
" ... Charge 3 is amazing its been only a week in use but i like it , heart rate accurate, comfortable to wear. ... "
" ... Great to have the longer battery life and the heart rate monitor. ... "
Water Resistance
8swimming, shower, water, proof, pool
+100%
" ... Great battery life and water proof! ... "
" ... It’s waterproof and the battery lasts signifantly longer than the older versions. ... "
" ... So water proof ness was a huge selling point for me. ... "
" ... However I love the tracker line of Fitbit but hated always taking it off to hop in shower or swimming with my kiddos. ... "
" ... I love that it's waterproof. ... "
" ... Went in the ocean, pool, shower . ... "
" ... • Waterproof: Showered while wearing it without issue. ... "
" ... Got this for my wife she loves the fact that she can take it into the swimming pools and has had no problems with how to work it great product ... "
Price
6pay, expensive, better, size, overall
+50%
-50%
" ... The price tag is not worth what you get. ... "
" ... Waste of money. ... "
Design
6really, ok, looks, look, like
+100%
" ... -This thing looks and feels great. ... "
" ... Like the look and feel. ... "
" ... It really looks awesome!! ... "
" ... The overall look is better than a lot of it's competitors and the price is ok, too. ... "
" ... Very sleek and comfortable design. ... "
Marketplace
5product, price, opened
+80%
-20%
" ... Thank you very much ... "
" ... Shipped quickly and the price was awesome. ... "
" ... I was lucky to catch it on a black Friday sale. ... "
" ... Very fast shipping. ... "
Delivery
5opened, delivery, arrived, quick, earlier
+80%
-20%
" ... Arrived earlier than expected ... "
" ... Fast delivery item exactly as described ... "
Touch Sensitivity
5works, screen, navigation, accurate
+100%
" ... -The touch works excellent for navigation. ... "
" ... The 3 touch screen works well but I think it's heat sensitive. ... "
" ... • Touchscreen: Responsive and accurate. ... 80% relative to that of a smartphone touch screen ... "
" ... Only small negative is the touch sensitivity is good, not great - requires multiple taps sometimes to respond. ... "
" ... +actual touch navigation ... "
Build Quality
5week, watch, rose, gold, band
+60%
-40%
" ... -This thing looks and feels great. ... "
" ... • Wearability: Feels great and lightweight. ... "
" ... I also question the decision to pair a dark blue-grey band with the rose-gold sides. ... "
Ease of Use
4use, easy
+100%
" ... Great device, easy to use for those looking for a bit more than the basic but not too many unnecessary functions. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... easy to use and she had no issues so far! ... "
Notifications
4like, weather, text messages, text, notifications
+50%
-50%
" ... My husband bought this for me because I can seey messages! ... "
" ... Reading your texts is the worst. ... "
Returns
4weeks, couple
-100%
" ... It was to late for me to send back when I finally said enough. ... "
" ... I've tried this out for a couple of weeks and am now sending it back: ... "
" ... have to return it. ... "
" ... Now I have to go through the hastle of returning the box! ... "
Screen Protection
4easily, scratched, would, way, shower
-100%
" ... Saw a sad face on the screen out fo nowhere. ... "
" ... And the screen got messed up as i charged it for the second time for some reason? ... "
" ... The screen scratches very easily. ... - screen easily scratched ... "
Setup
3instructions, fitbit
+67%
-33%
" ... I really enjoy this the fitbit itself is small and lightweight and setup was extremely easy and was able to pair my phone and fitbit in less than 5 minutes. ... "
" ... I had no problem with it once the updates were installed. ... "
Controls
3works, touch, time, screen, 70
-100%
" ... Tried holding down the buttons to reset . ... "
" ... After looking online I learned that you need to hold the button down for 8 seconds to restart it, and only then can you start the update process from the app. ... "
Accuracy
3hr
+100%
" ... More accurate, better data, and a much easier to read face. ... "
" ... I assume this is something that has been fixed because it is reading the same as my Alta HR, which has always been very accurate. ... "
" ... • Touchscreen: Responsive and accurate. ... "
Call quality
3phone, notifications, fitbit, calls
+100%
" ... Notifies you of calls Aswell. ... "
" ... I dont care what she uses it for, mainly i wanted her to know HER PHONE WAS RINGING! ... "
Size
3price, expensive, better
+67%
-33%
" ... The size and price is much better than the larger more expensive Ionic. ... "
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Size: 1968.5 meters
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