Fitbit
Fitbit Charge 5
A strong pick in the fitness trackers line-up, with 7 days up front.
73/100
7 daysActivity TrackerStainless SteelBluetoothiOS 15 or higher & Android OS 9.0 or higher
£137best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Screen
- Always-on display
- Heart rate
- Above-average water resistance
- Below-average battery life
Score profile
Scored against the fitness trackers classWhere the Fitbit Charge 5 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Form factor and display
Form factorActivity Tracker
ScreenYes
Always-on displayYes
Battery
Battery life7
Health sensors
Heart rateYes
24/7 continuous HRYes
ECGYes
Blood oxygen (SpO2)Yes
Skin temperatureYes
Stress trackingYes
Sleep trackingYes
Sleep stagesYes
Menstrual cycle trackingYes
HRV trackingYes
Readiness / recovery scoreYes
Activity tracking
Sport modes20
Auto workout detectionYes
GPS
Built-in GPSYes
Smart features
Phone notificationsYes
Contactless paymentYes
Design
Water resistance50
Case materialStainless Steel
Connectivity and compatibility
BluetoothBluetooth
Phone compatibilityiOS 15 or higher & Android OS 9.0 or higher
Subscription
Subscription requiredYes
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Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowFitbit Charge 5 vs Google Google Fitbit Inspire 3
Fitbit Charge 5Google Fitbit Inspire 3
| FitbitFitbit Charge 5This page | GoogleGoogle Fitbit Inspire 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 73 /100Better | 64 /100 |
| Battery days | 7 | 10Better |
| Heart rate | Yes | Yes |
| Gps built in | Yes | — |
| Sleep tracking | Yes | Yes |
Who it's for
Is the Fitbit Charge 5 right for you?
Buy it if
Made for active users
Anyone tracking training and health who want a fitness tracker that delivers without fuss, and this one fits.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need the most accurate tracking and longest battery, in which case a higher-tier fitness tracker is the better call.
Serious trainer
Logs every session and wants accurate metrics.
good
Everyday wearer
Notifications, steps and sleep, all day comfort.
good
First-timer
New to wearables and weighing the basics.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Fitbit Charge 5 worth it?
For most buyers, yes. It scores 73/100 against other fitness trackers, a strong result where the class average is around 60.
What stands out on the Fitbit Charge 5?
Its screen stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Amazfit Active Max Smart Watch 48mm?
The Amazfit Active Max Smart Watch 48mm scores 79/100 versus this one at 73/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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