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Fitbit Charge Wireless Activity Wristband Slate Large
Last Updated: November 25, 2018 (Refresh Now)
5.5
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
1000
Old Reviews
42
Unverified
210
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BLUETOOTH
Yes
USB
240 meters
SIZE
136.08 grams
WEIGHT
Review Analysis - 748 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Band
208fitbit, apart, wrist, bands, fell apart
+5%
-95%
" ... Band broke with normal wear around one year. ... "
" ... I've had to get 2 replacements for the bands due to it bubbling up. ... "
" ... It easily gets caught on things or clasp bumps open and I'm constantly trying to find the clasp. ... "
" ... product is not great and worse of all the band is very cheap. ... "
" ... After about 6 months the band started to separate from the display. ... Since you can't replace the band on this I had to get a new Fitbit. ... "
" ... I like how it connects to my weight watchers but the band is constantly breaking ... "
" ... Honestly, this is a great product but it does not last too long because the strap comes apart easily. ... After one year of daily wearing this, the straps came apart and the engine fell off. ... "
" ... The band is not replaceable, Wont buy this model again. ... "
Product Reliability
143year, fitbit, within, stopped working, replaced
+13%
-87%
" ... We received it on September 7th and less than three months later we started experiencing battery issues. ... "
" ... Has been replaced 3 times within 1 year of purchase. ... "
" ... After one year I started experience issues such . ... after 5 months of not using the watch I charged it again and it started to work again . ... "
" ... A few days ago it died. ... It won't charge at all and it's not even four months old. ... "
" ... Same old Fitbit with the same old problem after 4 or 5 months it stops charging I'm done with Fitbit if I got to buy one every 4 months ... "
" ... Should stop selling it. ... "
" ... Only had it 6 weeks. ... "
" ... stopped working after several months. ... "
Charging
110fitbit, hold a charge, charging, charged, months
+15%
-85%
" ... I am not sure if I have a defective Fitbit but mine will not stay charged. ... "
" ... The Charge won't hold for more than 4 hrs. ... "
" ... The first charge lasted about 4 or 5 days. ... "
" ... does not hold a charge. ... "
" ... new one doesn't hold a charge and resets time every time I charge it (daily). ... "
" ... does not hold a charge. ... "
" ... I was advertised that it would hold a charge up to 5 days. ... "
" ... I fully charge it and before the days end it dies ... "
Build Quality
107band, fitbit, rubber, fell apart, falling apart
+12%
-88%
" ... Moisture broke it ... "
" ... I like how it connects to my weight watchers but the band is constantly breaking ... "
" ... Honestly, this is a great product but it does not last too long because the strap comes apart easily. ... After one year of daily wearing this, the straps came apart and the engine fell off. ... "
" ... first broke- skin peeled off. ... "
" ... virtually fell apart just 1 year and 1 month after purchase. ... The entire band is disintegrating and the plastic on the electronic components has split apart. ... "
" ... I have had this fitbit for 9 months and it is now literally falling apart. ... "
" ... it was very costly didn't except the wear and tear to be so soon . ... "
" ... Not only that the metal clasp fell out. ... "
Battery Life
98battery, hold a charge, hours, days, charged
+12%
-88%
" ... I am not sure if I have a defective Fitbit but mine will not stay charged. ... "
" ... We received it on September 7th and less than three months later we started experiencing battery issues. ... The Charge won't hold for more than 4 hrs. ... "
" ... A month after the warranty was up, this crashed during an update and then it wouldn't hold a charge. ... "
" ... Old version - not waterproof and needs frequent recharge ... "
" ... The first charge lasted about 4 or 5 days. ... Now it barely lasts a day ... "
" ... does not hold a charge. ... "
" ... new one doesn't hold a charge and resets time every time I charge it (daily). ... "
" ... does not hold a charge. ... "
Comfort
74wear, wearing, fell, band, fall
+24%
-76%
" ... It easily gets caught on things or clasp bumps open and I'm constantly trying to find the clasp. ... "
" ... I like how it connects to my weight watchers but the band is constantly breaking ... "
" ... Honestly, this is a great product but it does not last too long because the strap comes apart easily. ... After one year of daily wearing this, the straps came apart and the engine fell off. ... "
" ... first broke- skin peeled off. ... "
" ... I went back to wearing my flex after only having this a month. ... "
" ... it was very costly didn't except the wear and tear to be so soon . ... "
" ... I have sensitive skin and I broke out with it touching my skin. ... I had to constantly put cream on my wrist but it was something I'd deal with. ... "
" ... Crummy insecure wasteband, hard to put on. ... Get large even tho your wrist is small. ... I lost $99 because it just fell off my wrist. ... "
Fit
52fitbit, together, started falling apart, falling, wristband
+27%
-73%
" ... Was replaced by fit bit with 1 month of owning. ... "
" ... Tried gorilla gluing it but didn't stay for long. ... "
" ... Lost it, didn't stay closed ... "
" ... It's worked very well - but in the last month, it's starting to fall apart. ... The plastic electronic piece that is the actual 'Fitbit' snapped off the wristband on the bottom, but it still worked fine. ... "
" ... Fit bit fell apart alittle over a year old. ... "
" ... Back clip around the face feel off. ... "
" ... I need to get this fit bit returned. ... "
" ... But if the it could the belt it would be much more better. ... Sometimes it falls off . ... "
Pedometer
42miles, stairs, walked, tracking, climbed
+69%
-31%
" ... I bought this to track my walking (step) and I've had it for over a year with no issues. ... This really helps me stay motivated with my long walks! ... "
" ... My very first Fitbit love it it is very addictive to watch your steps it is a great way to stay fit and healthy ... "
" ... It's very accurate with calculating steps. ... "
" ... It tells the time, shows how many steps you've taken, calories burned, floors climbed, and miles walked. ... "
" ... I now walk compulsively and my goal is at least 20,000 steps a day. ... There's a badge as well for steps climbed--I got my Spaceship badge some while ago (14,000 lifetime floors). ... "
" ... helps keep me active and 'walking' to improve my daily steps! ... "
" ... I don't think the the calories burned are completely accurate though. ... "
" ... This helps motivate me to get the exercise I need. ... "
Marketplace
39seller, expected, company, replacement, product
+49%
-51%
" ... Ordered by mistake. ... "
" ... ), upon contacting customer support I was informed that this type of product is essentially NON-REFUNDABLE no matter what. ... "
" ... It is sad that I trust amazon to deliver good products and I paid over $100 and now I cant even use it. ... "
" ... Didn't get any answer from the seller. ... "
" ... I would not buy from this seller again. ... "
" ... I have tried contacting the seller twice and received no response. ... "
" ... And trying to contact Amazon or the seller to inform them of this problem or ask for help is next to impossible. ... My worst experience ever with a purchase on Amazon . ... "
" ... This is a piece of garbage. ... "
Returns
37replacement, replace, sent, late, would like
+8%
-92%
" ... The only help I received was to complete the update or they'd be happy to sell me a replacement. ... "
" ... Wish I could get a refund. ... "
" ... Sent it back. ... "
" ... I would like to be able to return it but I dont see that option here. ... "
" ... I had to return it because it did not work. ... "
" ... I wanted to return it but it is too late. ... "
" ... very disappointed to pay so much for this item and not be able to return it. ... "
" ... Can I return it? ... Or, how can I get it repaired. ... "
Price
35waste of money, waste, worth, going, worth the money
+17%
-83%
" ... Too expensive for one years worth of use. ... "
" ... this was a waste of money ... "
" ... Waste of money ... "
" ... Poor poor quality for the price. ... "
" ... Don't waste your money . ... "
" ... What a waste. ... "
" ... Such a waste of money and I can see the trend going towards the Apple Watch with the Fitbit being a thing of the past. ... "
" ... Not worth the money. ... "
As Gift
34bought, loves, christmas, year, wife
+74%
-26%
" ... I got it for a Christmas present and has had it for almost 7 MONTHS. ... "
" ... Gave it to my wife as a gift, and she loves it. ... "
" ... Bought this for my mum around Christmas for her gift. ... "
" ... Gave it as a gift to my husband! ... "
" ... Gave as a gift. ... "
" ... Purchased for my 10 year old son for this birthday. ... "
" ... Gift for my husband 2 years agl . ... "
" ... It was a gift for my granddaughter. ... "
Accuracy
26accurate, tracking, treadmill, track, daily steps
+62%
-38%
" ... It's very accurate with calculating steps. ... "
" ... helps keep me active and 'walking' to improve my daily steps! ... "
" ... I don't think the the calories burned are completely accurate though. ... "
" ... It's actually fun and encourages you to take the extra steps! ... "
" ... I want to get to 10,000 steps! ... "
" ... Still can not due steps but otherwise is helpful. ... "
" ... Not sure what that is all about, but again, I do not use this for accurate counting of steps and stairs. ... "
" ... Originally I was interested in the calorie count. ... But I found the tracking of steps the most helpful. ... I'm not convinced it's completely accurate but near enough. ... "
Device Compatibility
22pc, fitbit, device, app, call
+55%
-45%
" ... Somewhat basic in its features, but ideal for time, simple fitness, and call notifications. ... "
" ... Great little device. ... "
" ... Lastly, if you connect to the Fitbit app on your phone, it alerts you when you are getting a call from your smartphone. ... "
" ... It's a great program and all thanks to this great little device. ... "
" ... Even connects to an app on my phone via Bluetooth! ... "
" ... It worked with my phone quicker. ... "
" ... Sync with his & mine iPhone. ... "
" ... It was very easy setup on pc and phone. ... "
For Kids
20son, wife, kids, liked, grandson
+90%
-10%
" ... In competition with our kids. ... "
" ... Daughter lovers it. ... "
" ... Both my son and wife now have this model. ... "
" ... Purchased for my 10 year old son for this birthday. ... "
" ... My son bought this wristband and its very useful. ... "
" ... Grandson loves it. ... "
" ... Bought this for my sister and she loves it. ... "
" ... My family member begged for this, and he loves it. ... "
Apps
18fitbit, software, challenges, sync, smartphone
+61%
-39%
" ... The app on my I phone works better and is free. ... "
" ... Lastly, if you connect to the Fitbit app on your phone, it alerts you when you are getting a call from your smartphone. ... "
" ... I loved the app, with the step challenges, and tracking. ... "
" ... It helps keep me on track with my fitness program. ... "
" ... I recently started syncing it to myfitnesspal app, and it is really helpful! ... "
" ... Works great a little dificult to set up the app. ... "
" ... It keeps me motivated Compatible with its web site ... "
" ... I really love the fitbit web site. ... "
Sleep Tracking
17steps, track, tracking steps, tracking, tracker
+82%
-18%
" ... Fantastic feedback on activity, sleep, caloric intake, progress toward goals! ... "
" ... Great for monitoring my work out , sleeping etc. ... "
" ... What I love most is the sleep tracker. ... "
" ... I have found that the sleep recorder has become my most valuable function, because it has forced me to adjust my bedtime to allow for 7 hours of sleep. ... "
" ... This FitBit is great for motivating me to move and I love the sleep monitoring on it as well. ... "
" ... It was great for tracking steps, sleep cycle, and stairs. ... "
" ... I love that this tracks for your sleep. ... I always wondered how much sleep I was getting and how much moving around I did. ... "
" ... The charge syncs pretty well with my phone, although it does sometimes take a little bit for the sleep tracker to show up. ... "
Design
14design, poor design, needs, rubber, junk
+36%
-64%
" ... It's obviously a design flaw that the consumer gets to pay for. ... "
" ... Very disappointed by the poor design. ... "
" ... Back clip around the face feel off. ... "
" ... I'm not sure why it works differently than the black one but it's definitely faulty and a piece of junk. ... "
" ... It looks like they attached the fitbit to the bad with a thin strip of plastic. ... this one breaks I'll look and see what other options their are. ... "
" ... The band was a poor design. ... "
" ... The rubber is peeling off the body. ... "
Water Resistance
12water, shower, swimming, moisture, showering
+42%
-58%
" ... Moisture broke it ... "
" ... Destroyed while surface swimming. ... "
" ... It was never submerged in any type of liquid or exposed to extreme heat, so we are baffled by the bubble! ... "
" ... I did everything they said - I didn't take it in the shower, I took it off when doing the dishes (which was a bit ridiculous), and without warning, the stupid thing just stopped working. ... "
" ... NO I DIDNOT get it wet. ... "
" ... He has never worn it in a pool, the shower, etc. ... "
" ... I never got the units wet - including showering or being in the rain - so I have been perplexed as to why this continued to happen with every new unit. ... "
Software Platform
11app, sync, really, pc, issue
+27%
-73%
" ... Changed some sync settings after reading up online but no change in the issue. ... "
" ... The update will NOT complete. ... "
" ... The initial replacement was due to failure to sync with an Android device. ... "
" ... I just keep getting an error message. ... "
" ... The software may work well, but the hardware is lacking in engineering. ... "
" ... If you use a phone and PC app only one can work at a time. ... "
" ... I can't stress enough how bad the software in the iPad app is. ... This is an app that shouldn't ever need updating unless a new version of iOS is incompatible with old versions. ... "
Ease of Use
10easy to use, easy, difficult, device, website
+50%
-50%
" ... I can't connect it to my phone, setting up is so difficult, the system requires 4 digits number and there is no where to find the number, I a very disappointed customer. ... "
" ... Impossible to fix. ... "
" ... Very difficult to reset with new phone or device (practically that is the most annoying part of the device). ... "
" ... The website was hard to figure out also. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 240 meters
Weight: 136.08 grams
Connectivity
Bluetooth: Yes
USB: Yes
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