Last Updated: November 27, 2018 (Refresh Now)
Fitbit Flex Wireless Activity Sleep Tracker Lime
Last Updated: November 27, 2018 (Refresh Now)
6.8
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
1000
Old Reviews
84
Unverified
214
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113.4 grams
WEIGHT
100 meters
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Review Analysis - 702 recent, verified reviews
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Product Reliability
85stopped working, year, years, quit, stopped
+14%
-86%
" ... I bought this Fitbit to replace my first one that begin to fail and then finally died after little over a year of use. ... Seems like they die on purpose after a 12 - 14 months of use. ... "
" ... However, I've ordered two of these via Amazon to replace my original one and both of them have had issues. ... Hmm, while that offer is awfully tempting, I just purchased the Flex a few days ago and received it today. ... "
" ... barely 3 months later. ... "
" ... As of Sept.10, it no longer works. ... "
" ... Junk- it will break and they will not work with you on any sort of replacement. ... "
" ... My fitbit flex stopped working after 2 weeks - very unhappy with this purchase ... "
" ... Quit working after a week ... "
" ... Lasted only 5 months and stopped syncing with our iPhone. ... "
Band
80bands, wrist, fitbit, clasp, wristband
+29%
-71%
" ... The clasp was a real bummer, hard to fasten even after he wore it for months, then the band broke from opening and closing it to put it on. ... "
" ... However the band has a tendency to come unfastened just because. ... "
" ... Band broke within 2 months very cheap!!!! ... "
" ... I loved my Fitbit but due to the poor wrist band design it opened and fell off while I was running errands. ... "
" ... The band breaks right where the chargeable piece has to be pressed into the holder - I've replaced it twice, working on a third. ... When this band goes, it's "trash it all time". ... "
" ... It was too hard to close the band. ... "
" ... My wrists are tiny, but this band was way too tight for my wrist. ... "
" ... Band separated from watch face within 5 days of wearing. ... "
Battery Life
62battery, hours, charged, hold a charge, fitbit
+13%
-87%
" ... It will not charge. ... "
" ... Even more irritating is that now the battery won't hold a charge for even one day. ... "
" ... I bought this product on April 15, 2018 and less than 2 months later, it will not hold a charge for more than 12 hours. ... "
" ... Battery is so weak and runs out after a halfmif day. ... "
" ... Now, the battery won't keep a charge. ... "
" ... Now it won't stay charged for a full day. ... "
" ... Will not charge. ... "
" ... By September it would only stay charged for a few hours. ... "
Charging
60charging, charged, battery, days, hold a charge
+20%
-80%
" ... With that said, the first one would not hold a charge and the second one would not sync you with my android device(s) ... "
" ... It will not charge. ... Tried to charge in different locations and it made no difference. ... "
" ... I loved my fit bit, but the charger for it broke :( I bought another charger, but that one broke too! ... "
" ... Doesn't charge or turn on. ... "
" ... Now, the battery won't keep a charge. ... Too annoying to have to remember to plug it in every night to charge, especially since it used to last for 5 days before needing a charge. ... "
" ... Will not charge. ... "
" ... The battery wouldn’t hold a charge. ... "
" ... The Fitbit does not keep a charge more than one day. ... I received this new one on Sept 6 and I am very disappointed that I must charge it daily. ... "
Pedometer
48count, step, calories, tracker, accurate
+69%
-31%
" ... In your pocket keeps better tracking of your steps. ... "
" ... There are better trackers out there, but if you want basic this is it. ... "
" ... I can track my steps which is encouraging to see how far I've walked throughout the day. ... And it encourages me to walk more to reach my goals! ... "
" ... I loved being able to count my steps when I worked a job with a lot of moving about. ... It gave me a sense of accomplishment and motivated me to exercise. ... "
" ... -Counts steps well ... I guess the total amount of steps is accurate since the previous sync, but that's not the point. ... This personally matters to me, because my workplace requires us to walk a certain number of steps per day in order to maintain "lower" health insurance rates (lol). ... "
" ... Helps me want to get my steps. ... "
" ... I don't need all the bells and whistles, just the steps. ... I showed him the program on my phone and we counted out steps together, so he could see the number change. ... "
" ... Great activity tracker for fitness and motivation. ... "
Comfort
45wear, band, wearing, worn, fit bit
+44%
-56%
" ... I can’t even wear it for an entire day. ... "
" ... It also wouldn't count steps when I was carrying something in my arms or hands. ... "
" ... My wrists are tiny, but this band was way too tight for my wrist. ... "
" ... It has fallen off a couple of times but luckily I found it. ... "
" ... The large wrist band is too large. ... While the small one is kinda tight. ... "
" ... I couldn't get it fastened on my wrist, and once I did get someone else to help me, it was hard getting it off. ... I suppose it worked ok, but not if I could not wear it. ... "
" ... -Putting this thing on is a hassle and you actually have to dig those two metal barbs into your wrist so that they poke through the other side of the band. ... I really do want to like this product, but it's difficult at times to feel like something which has been on the market for at least 3.5 years before I bought it could perform this poorly and still receive such high praise. ... "
" ... The strap does not work worth a darn. ... "
Sleep Tracking
39steps, track, tracker, activity, tracking
+82%
-18%
" ... Counts you steps, sleep and any other health stuff you want to track. ... "
" ... With a new baby, my main goal was to be able to track my sleep and this is great for that. ... "
" ... Got it for my husband and he has enjoyed being able to check his sleep and his steps ... "
" ... I wanted simple to track my daily walking and was curious about my sleep. ... I sleep pretty good. ... "
" ... The sleep function was also great. ... "
" ... I have loved tracking steps and sleep. ... "
" ... The flex tracks activity very well. ... "
" ... Super cool awesome technology sure helps me keep my steps in order daily and watching my sleep patterns ... "
Device Compatibility
38computer, syncing, fitbit, phone, flex
+34%
-66%
" ... Has always been flaky regarding syncing. ... Now fails to sync at all, even with a new phone. ... "
" ... With that said, the first one would not hold a charge and the second one would not sync you with my android device(s) ... however it would sync with Windows 10. ... "
" ... The Fitbit flex does not sync/pair to smartphone or work when plugged into computer through USB ... "
" ... Doesn’t connect to my iPhone. ... "
" ... Now it won't sync to devices. ... "
" ... It did not want to sync to my phone so I couldn't get my readings. ... "
" ... It won't consistently sync with my iPad or iPhone. ... "
" ... I would have gone to another product but had data on my phone that wouldn't transfer. ... "
As Gift
33christmas, present, daughter, granddaughter, loved
+100%
" ... I got this for my mothers christmas present and it stopped working for her within the year. ... "
" ... This was purchased as a gift and my sister loved it. ... "
" ... This was a gift for my wife. ... "
" ... Purchase this as a gift for a friend. ... It was a BIG surprise and a just because gift to brighten his day. ... "
" ... Bought as a present and it was loved ... "
" ... Present for my wife. ... "
" ... This was given as a gift and loved! ... "
" ... Got for my daughter for Christmas. ... "
Marketplace
30expected, seller, works, fitbit, works as advertised
+70%
-30%
" ... Amazon has sellers who offer comfortable wristbands for it ... "
" ... Thank you so much. ... "
" ... just what I expected! ... "
" ... Product received as advertised. ... Would use this supplier again. ... "
" ... We would greatly appreciate our money back Amazon! ... "
" ... As for this product, it is a legitimate Fitbit band that works exactly as you would expect and the color of pink in the pic is the exact color you get with two different band sizes. ... "
" ... I would definitely purchase from this seller again ... "
" ... But it works as advertised. ... "
Fit
30fit, broke, stay, love my fit, clip
+50%
-50%
" ... the plastic clips broke the first time putting it on ther than that works great ... "
" ... I loved my fit bit, but the charger for it broke :( I bought another charger, but that one broke too! ... "
" ... This Fit Bit did not even last a year. ... "
" ... I was disappointed that I couldn't find the proper fit easily. ... "
" ... It has fallen off a couple of times but luckily I found it. ... "
" ... Also it is very hard to snap the snaps into the holes. ... "
" ... I would never own this style of fit bit ever. ... "
" ... also it used to fall out easily . ... so the clip is not very secure . ... "
Returns
28replacement, refund, returning, returned, sent
+7%
-93%
" ... Return and refund has been a bit daunting. ... "
" ... This item did not work to find out it's not returnable . ... If I had known I couldn't return I would not have bought . ... "
" ... I returned it. ... "
" ... I would like a replacement. ... "
" ... No help for the problems I am having and no hope of a refund. ... "
" ... Returned it and never ordered the same one again. ... "
" ... Now I find out it can't be returned after August 24. ... "
" ... Did not sync with iphone or ipad had to return ... "
For Kids
26loves, wife loves, loved, granddaughter, husband
+100%
" ... Bought this for my daughter and she loves it. ... "
" ... My husband loves this. ... "
" ... My wife loves it! ... "
" ... My daughter loved it but has since updated it. ... "
" ... Just had to buy my daughter one for her birthday because she feel in love with mines . ... "
" ... Got for my daughter for Christmas. ... "
" ... This was bought for my 11 year old daughter. ... "
" ... My wife loves it. ... "
Price
24price, waste of money, want, pay, worth the money
+54%
-46%
" ... Good price too. ... "
" ... Excellent for the price ... "
" ... Great for the price! ... "
" ... If you don't need/want all the bells and whistles, this fitbit is the way to go at a reasonable price. ... "
" ... I was apprehensive at first because some of the reviews weren't as high as they should be for the investment. ... I don't know about you, but 70.00 plus dollars is a lot of money. ... "
" ... I can shower with this as well even though I prefer not to, but I think the product is well worth the money! ... "
" ... pay a little more and go for the charge, well worth the money ... "
" ... perfect- she loved it good price too! ... "
Build Quality
24broke, wrist, wear, secure, latch
+13%
-88%
" ... The clasp was a real bummer, hard to fasten even after he wore it for months, then the band broke from opening and closing it to put it on. ... "
" ... the plastic clips broke the first time putting it on ther than that works great ... "
" ... After the novelty wears off, this thing will sit in a drawer some where. ... "
" ... -Putting this thing on is a hassle and you actually have to dig those two metal barbs into your wrist so that they poke through the other side of the band. ... Mine was (allegedly) the contacts were dirty, which I cleaned with a pushpin and carefully make sure not to scratch the female metal contacts on the Fitbit itself ... "
" ... I do not recommend buying this product as it's not a durable product, it only last me about a year and half and I used it at a desk job and to workout sometimes. ... "
" ... Plastic keeps tearing. ... "
" ... The strap does not work worth a darn. ... "
" ... The latch is not good. ... "
Apps
23fitbit, sync, iphone app, interface, syncs
+70%
-30%
" ... The features on the app are great, would definitely stick with this style. ... "
" ... I choose not to move up to their fancier versions because this device - together with the app-based interface - serve my needs just fine. ... "
" ... I like the app that provides all the information I need and even provides challenges. ... "
" ... For those who use their phones for their step programs, I couldnt have my phone on me at all times, so this has replaced that as well AND it doesnt need to be charged as much as phone. ... "
" ... use to sync with my insurance fit app. ... "
" ... Syncs well with Weight Watchers app. ... "
" ... And newest updates to provide community interaction and support makes the app that much greater. ... "
" ... The app is easy to access and use, the instructions explain the dots that are featured on the screen well. ... "
Accuracy
23accurate, track, tracker, count, calories
+52%
-48%
" ... And it encourages me to walk more to reach my goals! ... "
" ... -Counts steps well ... I guess the total amount of steps is accurate since the previous sync, but that's not the point. ... "
" ... Helps me want to get my steps. ... "
" ... I showed him the program on my phone and we counted out steps together, so he could see the number change. ... "
" ... Great activity tracker for fitness and motivation. ... "
" ... I am a dancer so its very important for me to be able to count my steps. ... "
" ... Motivated me to get moving more. ... "
" ... Seems very accurate. ... "
Ease of Use
18easy to use, use, understand, put, people
+72%
-28%
" ... Excellent product very simple and easy to use. ... "
" ... Simple but worked. ... "
" ... Used to love this item, more simple than others and all I need. ... "
" ... It's easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... The app is easy to access and use, the instructions explain the dots that are featured on the screen well. ... "
" ... Love it, easy to use and understand ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
Product As Described
16works, works as advertised, product, exactly as advertised, exactly
+94%
-6%
" ... just what I expected! ... "
" ... Product received as advertised. ... "
" ... As for this product, it is a legitimate Fitbit band that works exactly as you would expect and the color of pink in the pic is the exact color you get with two different band sizes. ... "
" ... But it works as advertised. ... "
" ... Just what I expected ... "
" ... Works exactly as advertised . ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... everything was as expected ... "
Weight Tracking
13track, lost, tracking, pounds, goals
+92%
-8%
" ... If you’re trying to get into shape and track your progress, the Flex is just what you need! ... "
" ... I lost 20 pounds and love it. ... "
" ... purchased this for a gift for my son, who is trying to lose some weight by walking. ... "
" ... The best investment in my weight loss journey . ... "
" ... Syncs well with Weight Watchers app. ... "
" ... They keep you motivated. ... "
" ... I love it tracking my calories and I am using that information to lose weight (quite successfully, I might add). ... "
" ... I lost 20 lbs! ... "
Delivery
13fast delivery, arrived, right, received, nice
+92%
-8%
" ... Product received as advertised. ... "
" ... However the person the received was thrilled! ... "
" ... Item is as described, timely shipping . ... "
" ... returned it nothing wrong with it wife found it a little cheaper is all and right on time with the shipping ... "
" ... Item came as stated ... "
" ... Arrived very quickly with no damage. ... "
" ... Came packaged just like my first one & I wear it all the time ! ... "
Design
12looks, looking, colored, bands, sleek
+92%
-8%
" ... It can popped into different colored bracelets or even stylish necklaces. ... "
" ... I have about 30 now - more than enough to match my outfits. ... "
" ... just keeps "looking"! ... "
" ... I will probably upgrade to the Alta or a newer, slimmer model eventually. ... "
" ... Looks kinda funny. ... "
" ... I really like how sleek this device it. ... "
" ... I was really looking forward to it ... "
" ... Very attractively made, though. ... "
Software Platform
11sync, iphone app, interface, fitbit, interaction
+36%
-64%
" ... however it would sync with Windows 10. ... "
" ... I couldn't sync to the fitbit app cause it even said on the app "device is unauthorized and was not manufactured by Fitbit. ... "
" ... The app shouldn't be buggy if that's a key interface for the device to operate correctly. ... "
" ... In Feb, 2017, it started going haywire -- not tracking on the iPhone app, showing inconsistent tracking and generally not working as it should. ... "
" ... The new updated app is awful. ... "
" ... I have had 3 very technologically inclined people check it out to see what I was doing wrong even used YouTube. ... "
" ... It does nothing you can download apps. ... "
Color
10love, colors, bands, different, bad
+90%
-10%
" ... The color is also awesome. ... "
" ... Love the pink color. ... "
" ... The color isn't bad either and I am not a fan of green. ... "
" ... I love the color. ... "
" ... However, I got a package of straps/bands in several different colors. ... "
" ... Color is true to picture may be a little more blue in it but still comparable. ... "
" ... I received 3 additional bands, 2 different colors, though I did not ask for that. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Weight: 113.4 grams
Size: 100 meters
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