Last Updated: March 10, 2019 (Refresh Now)
FitBark Dog Activity Monitor
Last Updated: March 10, 2019 (Refresh Now)
6.2
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
248
Old Reviews
127
Unverified
57
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90.72 grams
WEIGHT
100 meters
SIZE
Review Analysis - 64 recent, verified reviews
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Apps
17fitbark, love the app, companion, activity, ux
+76%
-24%
" ... You can also link your own fitness device to the FitBark app to compare your own activity points with your pet's points. ... Now, we all enjoy following each other in the app and competing to be "leader of the pack" (by getting the most points for the week). ... "
" ... They also give tips and other info within the companion app! ... "
" ... The web interface is ok - but the app on the phone is what I primarily use. ... "
" ... I used that chat feature through the app and the company was super friendly and super helpful. ... "
" ... The UI of the app is full of features but could use some guided help to explain what to tap on when (or a video?). ... "
" ... After you download the app for the device, you can remotely track your dogs activity. ... "
" ... The customer services is great and the app is not perfect, but very informative. ... "
" ... battery life is great, app is great, and sharing the data is easy ... "
Sleep Tracking
15sleep score, health, sleeping, exercise, dogs activity
+87%
-13%
" ... I also appreciate the health tracking benefits where it lets you know if you dog has not been sleeping as well and gives you a health score. ... "
" ... It also give sleep data and estimates calories burned. ... "
" ... I got this for my son's dog Bloo and I get constant reports on how his fitness leveling is increasing from using this fitbark, it got them hiking further and further. ... "
" ... I have a Boxer Puppy and we love checking her points to be sure she got enough energy out during the day to sleep well at night. ... We then go until she reaches her goal and she is ready to sleep again! ... "
" ... It also records their sleep patterns and then provides a health index based off of exercise and sleep. ... "
" ... I keep track of his sleep habits and his “steps” It is synced with my Fitbit too. ... "
" ... The sleep score is also a really nice way to keep tabs on your pet. ... "
" ... Our veterinarian gave him allergy medication, and now his sleep score is in the low 90s, just like our other golden's. ... "
Software Platform
13love the app, fitbark, easy, companion, want
+77%
-23%
" ... That being said, great company and products with easy to use software and syncing. ... "
" ... They also give tips and other info within the companion app! ... "
" ... I used that chat feature through the app and the company was super friendly and super helpful. ... "
" ... The web interface is ok - but the app on the phone is what I primarily use. ... "
" ... The app is very well done and I really like the in app support where they are quick to respond and very helpful. ... "
" ... Now, we all enjoy following each other in the app and competing to be "leader of the pack" (by getting the most points for the week). ... "
" ... The customer services is great and the app is not perfect, but very informative. ... "
Product Reliability
11stopped working, weeks, syncing, months, fitbarks
+18%
-82%
" ... Couldn't get it to sync after the 2nd day of havIng it. ... "
" ... I have had two Fitbarks and had to return both as they stopped syncing after a few months and tried everything to get them to work. ... "
" ... I loved them until they stopped working which was two weeks for one and three weeks for the other. ... "
" ... It does not work correctly. ... "
" ... In less than 2 months 1 of 2 purchased stopped working. ... "
" ... I bought one and that didn't work, then bought another and experienced the same problems. ... "
" ... I bought this item specifically because it claimed to be waterproof, although within the first week of owning, it has died. ... "
" ... It only worked for two days and then never worked again. ... "
Pedometer
8human, dog, steps, activity, accurate
+88%
-13%
" ... I love my Fitbit and was curious about how much activity my dog has throughout the day. ... I would say the activity data seems spot on. ... "
" ... A Fitbit for your fur baby. ... "
" ... It keeps me honest about needing to exercise my dog and I like that it works alongside my fitbit to keep both of us active. ... "
" ... I wanted to track how many miles my little pug goes daily and this is such a great device to do so! ... "
" ... So, it helps humans get enough exercise, too -- and it can now be synced with FitBits and other human trackers. ... "
" ... You can set a daily goal for your dog, and it's motivation for the human to help their dog reach their daily goal. ... "
" ... I wish it was easier to get to the actual distance section to see if the miles are accurate etc. ... "
Battery Life
7battery, week, recharge, charge, fitbark
+71%
-29%
" ... The base station syncs with the fitbarks when they are around every 2 minutes I believe, so i feel like that would affect battery life (although I don’t know this for sure). ... "
" ... The battery lasts about a week, perhaps a bit more before you need to charge it. ... "
" ... Long battery life. ... "
" ... Battery is long lasting. ... "
" ... It worked great for the 45 days it worked and would recharge. ... Second, I figured out how to get my fitbark to recharge. ... "
Charging
7charging, week, recharge, fitbark, charging port
+71%
-29%
" ... The battery lasts about a week, perhaps a bit more before you need to charge it. ... Charging does not take too long, so your dog doesn't lose much data while waiting for the charge. ... "
" ... It would be a much bigger unit if it did - and likely burn through the charge a lot faster. ... We have walked in the rain but I male sure that the charging port on the unit is tightly closed before we go out into the rain (just in case). ... "
" ... I really don't understand why it doesn't have a simpler charging contact so they could seal it completely. ... The only things I would change are to give it a wireless or at least more protected charging port and also a better collar attachment method. ... "
" ... It worked great for the 45 days it worked and would recharge. ... Second, I figured out how to get my fitbark to recharge. ... "
Water Resistance
6water, swim, fitbark, water resistant, submerged
+67%
-33%
" ... So small but strong, even waterproof. ... "
" ... It states that it is water resistant. ... "
" ... Removing a star as it really isn't waterproof as claimed. ... Our new puppy really likes to swim and it keeps dying after every time she gets in the water. ... We tried a Poof tracker and I really like that it is smaller and actually seems waterproof but the fitness tracking isn't as good as it doesn't seem to monitor intensity nearly as well and the app isn't nearly as good. ... "
" ... Also this product is water proof! ... "
Returns
5return, fitbark, ended, sending, returning
+40%
-60%
" ... Sending it back. ... "
" ... I sent both of them back for a refund. ... "
" ... I sent the device back. ... "
Device Compatibility
5syncing, sync, fitbit, data, charge
+20%
-80%
" ... However I’m tired of loosing data. ... "
" ... Syncs with my phone on about 1 out of 8 attempts. ... So I don't know how good it tracks but if syncing up with your phone is this difficult and inconsistent, then the what other headaches are in store with this product? ... "
" ... It seems poorly designed and does not connect to bluetooth or even charge for that matter. ... "
" ... Couldn't get it to sync after the 2nd day of havIng it. ... "
Delivery
4delivery, arrived
+75%
-25%
" ... I was happy with the delivery ... it arrived promptly and undamaged. ... "
" ... Great product and fast delivery ... "
Fit
4fit bark, small, paw, fitbark, dog
+50%
-50%
" ... However, the problem with this version of Fit Bark is the very poor, weak way that it fastens to the collar. ... While home alone, my dog managed to knock the Fit Bark off his collar, probably while scratching with a rear paw. ... "
Build Quality
4rubber band, fitbark, dog, rubber bands, rubber
+25%
-75%
" ... if your dog has a stiff or rough collar . ... the rubber band used to hold the unit on the collar may fray and break. ... "
" ... The charging cord seemed very flimsy, too. ... "
" ... I am very upset, I have been using the fitbark on my labrador for a week and already the top of the case has broken off and the motherboard is exposed. ... "
For Running
3run, paw, fits, fitbark, dog
+33%
-67%
" ... Also it’s very unreliable for distances if you run and walk with your pup. ... "
Ease of Use
3set, easy, super, quick, love the app
+100%
" ... It gets you moving and very easy to use. ... "
" ... The set up was easy and quick. ... I used that chat feature through the app and the company was super friendly and super helpful. ... "
Marketplace
3return, quick, exactly, amazon, advertised
+100%
" ... My return with amazon was easy and quick. ... "
" ... Original Review (7/2017): ... "
" ... Works exactly as advertised ... "
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Specifications
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Weight: 90.72 grams
Size: 100 meters
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