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Brand | Samsung Electronics |
Model Name | gear |
Style | Modern |
Color | Black |
Screen Size | 1.5 |
Special Feature | Time Display, Sleep Monitor, GPS, Pedometer, Calorie Tracker, Notifications, Heart Rate Monitor |
Shape | Heart |
Target Audience | Unisex Adult |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Compatible Devices | Smartphone |
About this item
- Track your step count, calories burned, heart rate, sleep Quality and More
- Map your activity accurately with the built in GPS
- Auto tracking recognizes and starts Tracking multiple exercises when you move
- Strap Length : Large band fits wrist sizes 155mm 210mm : Small band fits wrist sizes 125mm 170mm
- Store your favorite music on the GearFit2 or connect with Spotify to access millions of songs
- Samsung Gear Fit2 is compatible with both Android and iOS smartphones
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Customer Ratings | ||||
Mobile App | 3.8 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 3.9 |
Sleep tracking | 3.8 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.2 |
Battery life | 3.3 | 3.8 | 4.2 | 4.0 |
Sold By | opportunity is now | SBG Prime | GreenBox26 | Leadership Tech( SN Recorded) |
operating system | Android 4.4+ and 1.5GB RAM, android | android | Android Phones, iOS Phones, Tizen | Android, google android |
display size | — | 41 millimeters | 1.3 inches | — |
connectivity tech | USB | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS, NFC | NFC, GPS | wireless bluetooth |
supported applications | Time Display, Pedometer, calorie tracker, Heart Rate Monitor, Sleep Monitor, GPS, distance tracking, text messaging, Social Media, Phone, Music Player, Alarm | Sleep Monitor | Calendar | Email, text messaging notification, Phone, send text messaging, Alarm, Heart Rate Monitor, Pedometer, Time Display, Social Media, activity tracker |
input interface | buttons | touch screen, buttons | buttons | buttons, touch pad |
wireless standard | bluetooth | bluetooth | bluetooth | bluetooth |
water resistance | water resistant | waterproof | water resistant | water resistant |
gps navigation | ✓ | ✓ | GPS, Glonass | — |
From the manufacturer
Gear Fit2
At A Glance:
- Keeps track of your daily activity levels, heart rate, and more (1).
- Map your run accurately with the built-in GPS (2).
- Automatically record your exercise, or select a sport like rowing, yoga, and more.
- Receive and respond to calls, texts, and notifications when your phone is in Bluetooth range (3).
- Connect to your phone to control Spotify or store your own music (4).
- Easy-to-read Super AMOLED display.
- Samsung Gear Fit2 is compatible with both Android and iOS smartphones.
Samsung Gear Fit2
Keep track of your fitness goals and stay motivated with the Samsung Gear Fit2. The Gear Fit2 uses a wide range of tracking sensors to closely monitor your activity levels including steps taken, calories burned, heart rate, and sleep quality (1). It can even automatically identify the different types of physical activities such as running, cycling, working out on the elliptical, and more. The Gear Fit2 is water-resistant (5) and features a curved full-color Super AMOLED screen that displays real-time activity stats along with texts and other alerts from your iOS or Android smartphone (3). You can even accurately map your run with the built-in GPS (2).
This Gear Fit2 is black and features a large band that fits wrist sizes between 6.1 and 8.2 inches (it is also available in a smaller size). It is compatible with both Android and iOS smartphones.
What's in the Box:
- Samsung Gear Fit2 (black, large band).
- Charging cradle.
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Advanced Fitness TrackingMonitor your daily activity levels with just a glance at your wrist. The Samsung Gear Fit2 tracks calories burned, floors climbed, sleep quality, and more (1), making your goals easier to achieve. The pedometer keeps count of your steps, while the integrated heart monitor measures your heartbeat every second of your workout. |
Built-in GPSGet credit for every step thanks to the built-in GPS (2) that gives you accurate real-time stats. You can even leave your phone behind and map your run right from your Gear Fit2. Easily check your progress with daily on-screen activity summaries. |
Auto and Multi Sport TrackingThe Gear Fit2 automatically identifies the type of activity you are doing. It can distinguish between running, cycling, and other types of physical activities, so whether you're training for a marathon or just out for a brisk walk, the Gear Fit2 provides a summary of your exercise session. You can also select the appropriate activity mode and it begins tracking strength training, yoga, pilates and more. |
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Easy Access to Notifications and AppsThe Samsung Gear Fit2 displays your smartphone alerts right on your wrist. You can receive and respond to calendar notifications, texts, calls and more (3)--without removing your phone from your pocket. |
Play Music while You Work OutFeaturing a standalone music player, the Gear Fit2 lets you take your favorite tracks with you when you exercise. You can store your favorite music on your Gear Fit2 or connect to your phone with Spotify to access millions of songs (4). |
Convenient Charging CradleRecharging your Gear Fit2 is simple. Just place it on the included cradle, and the device will begin charging. The Gear Fit2 sustains a single charge for up to three to four days, ensuring it is always powered for a workout. |
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Water-Resistant DesignThe Gear Fit2 features a water-resistant design that can withstand harsh exercise conditions, so it stays running no matter how sweaty or rainy your workout gets (5). |
Get a full year of Under Armour premium apps for free (7)With Under Armour Connected Fitness on your Samsung Gear, you now have more fitness tracking options at your fingertips. And when you download the MapMyRun, MyFitnessPal, or Endomondo apps on your Samsung Gear, you will receive one year of premium app membership for free, with additional tools to help you reach your goals. |
Reach Your Fitness Goals with S HealthThe included S Health app gives you extra motivation to reach your goals. Using the app, you can set goals, check leaderboards, challenge others to step competitions, and share workout results with just the touch of a button (6). |
Android and iOS CompatibleConnect your Samsung Gear Fit2 with both Android and iOS smartphones. Pair your wearables via Bluetooth using the Samsung Gear companion app to see where the freedom of Samsung Gear wearables can take you. Even if you leave your smartphone behind, you can track all your activities using the standalone tracking features. |
Legal Disclaimers
(1) This device and related software are not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease. Please refer to the user manual for more information on proper wear and use. Some S Health features are not available on iOS smartphones. Visit Samsung's official website for more details.
(2) GPS accuracy may be affected by factors such as weather conditions, trees, buildings/structures, and satellite interference.
(3) Compatible with select Bluetooth capable smartphones using Android OS 4.4 and later with at least 1.5GB RAM as well as iPhone 5 and later with iOS 9.0 and above. Not all features available with iOS paired smartphones. Gear Fit2 supported smartphones may vary by carrier and device. For a list of compatible smartphones and features, please Visit Samsung's official website for more details. For best results, connect with compatible Samsung Galaxy smartphones.
(4) To enjoy music, connect Gear Fit2 to Bluetooth speaker or headphones (sold separately).
(5) IP68 rating means it’s water--resistant in up to 5 feet of water for up to 30 minutes; rinse residue/dry after wet. See user manual.
(6) Some S Health features are not available on iOS smartphones. Visit Samsung's official website for more details.
(7) To be eligible for the Premium Offer, you must be 18 years or older and a resident of the United States, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico or the U.S. Virgin Islands. Activate the Premium Offer between 3/29/17 and 6/30/19 by: (1) downloading a qualifying Under Armour Connected Fitness (UACF) companion App (either MapMyRun, MyFitnessPal, or Endomondo) to your Gear S2, Gear S3 or Gear Fit2 and the corresponding UACF mobile app to your compatible Android phone; (2) creating a UACF account for the UACF App, if you do not already have one, which requires agreeing to the Under Armour Terms and Conditions of Use and Privacy Policy; and (3) logging into the UACF App on your phone and launching the UACF App on your Gear device. If you are a new UACF end user, your account will automatically be upgraded to a Premium Subscription for Endomondo and MyFitnessPal or an MVP account for MapMyRun for a 12 month period (whichever app you choose). If you are an existing UACF Premium or MVP end user, you must contact UACF customer support to activate your free 12 month Premium Offer. You can contact UACF customer support via email (MyFitnessPal: support@myfitnesspal.com; Endomonodo: premium.support@endomondo.com; MapMyRun: mvpbilling@underarmour.com) and indicate in the email that you have downloaded the corresponding UACF App on your Samsung Gear Fit2, Gear S2, or Gear S3 and wish to activate the Premium Offer. UACF customer service will respond with a promotion redemption URL that you must follow to redeem the Premium Offer at any time after your current paid Premium/MVP Subscription expires. Only one Premium Offer per person. The Premium Offer cannot be combined with any other rebate, offer or discount. Void where prohibited or restricted by law.
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 6.42 x 2.72 x 3.62 inches |
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Item Weight | 3.04 ounces |
ASIN | B01FDPVXZC |
Item model number | SM-R3600DAAXAR |
Batteries | 1 CR2 batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
3.9 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #77,273 in Cell Phones & Accessories (See Top 100 in Cell Phones & Accessories) #1,960 in Smartwatches #73,548 in Cell Phone Accessories |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
OS | Android 4.4+ and 1.5GB RAM, android |
Connectivity technologies | USB |
GPS | True |
Special features | Time Display, Sleep Monitor, GPS, Pedometer, Calorie Tracker, Notifications, Heart Rate Monitor |
Other display features | Wireless |
Human Interface Input | Buttons |
Color | Black |
Whats in the box | Gear Fit2^Band Strap (Large Size)^ Charging Dock^ Quick Start Guide^User Manual |
Department | Smartwatches |
Manufacturer | Samsung |
Date First Available | June 3, 2016 |
Weight | 0.19 Pounds |
Standing screen display size | 1.5 |
Memory Storage Capacity | 4 GB |
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Product Description
When you’re looking for motivation to stay at your best, the Samsung GearFit2 keeps you in the zone. It automatically recognizes whatever you’re doing and starts monitoring steps, distance, Heart rate and more. You can even Map your run with the Accurate Built-in GPS. Receive and responds to notifications from your wrist and turn up the music that gets you moving. We all have goals. The Samsung GearFit2 will help you achieve yours.
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Customers like the appearance of the wearable computer. However, some customers have reported issues with charging the device. They say that it won't charge or turn on. Customers are also disappointed with battery life. Customers have mixed opinions on performance, quality, connectivity, heart rate, and accuracy.
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Customers like the appearance of the wearable computer. They mention that the slim design is attractive, and it will surely turn heads. Customers also appreciate the simplicity of the product, which includes everything on it - sleep and water tracking, gps, and more.
"...The streamlined, minimalist design of the watch and band work for me as well...." Read more
"...The screen, as just mentioned, is gorgeous, and you have face options. You can add a number of widgets too and view them individually...." Read more
"...Pros:* Amazing design. Looks great with great build quality.* Great screen...." Read more
"Overview: I like the design overall, navigation is pretty intuitive. Some features need tweaking/updating...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the wearable computer. Some mention that the MyFitnessPal app works really well with the Gear Fit 2, while others say that its poor implementation with the Running function, and the onboard GPS does not work worth a damn. The screen is beautiful, and there are no problems with auto on. However, some customers say that the performance has been occasionally unpredictable, and it does not play nice when you're moving.
"...It does so much, so well for so little, and even though there are still kinks to work out, I can say that the Samsung Gear Fit 2 is the affordable..." Read more
"...Do not, I repeat Do Not purchase this product as it is very flawed...." Read more
"...MyFitnessPal works really well with the Gear Fit 2 so you can quick add foods directly from your wrist and log water intake with a couple of..." Read more
"...You can add a number of widgets too and view them individually...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the wearable computer. Some mention it's worth it for the price, has a flawless build quality, and is durable. However, others say that the band broke and only lasted six months. The metal ends of the band will break off from the silicon band after using, and as a step tracker, it lacks seriously.
"...A solid five starts.As a step tracker, this product lack seriously. I compared this product with my Fitbit One...." Read more
"...kinks to work out, I can say that the Samsung Gear Fit 2 is the affordable and reliable wearable that I waited for: A great starting point." Read more
"...due to the vulnerability of the screen and the potential durability of the band...." Read more
"...Very comfortable to wear. Hard to detect it is even on.* OS of band is great. Very intuitive and custimizable.*..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the heart rate of the wearable computer. Some mention that it has customizable faces, awesome activity tracking, and can track so many more workouts than the moto. The app works well and the sleep tracker is an amazing little device. However, others say that the behavior of the tracking features was also not always consistent, and that it can be frustrating for tracking running stats. The reporting of pace is inaccurate.
"...with no problems, S Health app works well and the sleep tracker is an amazing little "Never knew I needed it till I got it" kind of..." Read more
"...It still senses movement well and tracks properly and notifies me when I need to "move"...." Read more
"...This device fell way short! By over fifty percent!!!! Not acceptable as a tracker by any measure. This is what cost it one start...." Read more
"...One feature that's really nice about this watch is it shows you your movement activity throughout the day and I even get notifications on my phone..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the accuracy of the wearable computer. Some mention that it has a large display, accuracy in step counting, and basic smart watch features, while others say that everything is amazingly inaccurate. The calorie tracker does not seem as accurate, and the sensors are not calibrated correctly.
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"...Watch, alarm, timer, calorie counter, remote notifications and music management...." Read more
"...DISADVANTAGE: the calorie tracker does not seem as accurate. It will estimate the amount of calories burned during the time off your wrist...." Read more
"...that’s OK with me because I’m cheating anyway… It also accurately counts repetitions when using the different Exercise features..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the wearable computer. Some mention that the syncing with cell phone is flawless, and notifications come in as expected. However, others say that they lost the total connection to their phone and couldn't pair it again. The Asus isn't great, and it seems to connect and disconnect on its own.
"...I've used (calorie, step, heart rate) all work well, syncd up with the Gear app on my phone ( Nexus 6) with no problems, S Health app works well..." Read more
"...As with all Bluetooth products, it constantly drops connection but this product reconnects instantly, keeping it always connected...." Read more
"...You can also connect to social media and share your success (and failures) of staying fit with your friends directly from the tracker...." Read more
"...Syncing with cell phone is flawless, notifications come in as expected, and I get notifications at further distances from phone than I expected..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the battery life of the wearable computer. They mention that the charge starts dying after about a week, and they have to charge it every day. The battery issue is well-documented on Gear Fit2 forums.
"...It’s a draw. Some complain that the Gear Fit 2 has too short of a battery life, but that’s not been a problem for me...." Read more
"...Downgraded rating to one star because now the unit will not hold a charge for more than a few hours, even when in power-saving mode. Total JUNK!..." Read more
"...Battery life hasn't been an issue at all, with a pretty good bit of use I still haven"t used more than 60% of the charge in a single day...." Read more
"...The battery life should be doubled or if it could at least be charged while wearing it for long hikes and things it would be a 5 star for me...." Read more
Customers have issues with the charging of the wearable computer. For example, some mention that the first one wouldn't charge at all, has frequent problems charging, and the back came off with the charger. Some say that the charger does not work, and it can't conduct an electrical current, so it won't charged.
"...It does not have a plug. So if you don't have one of those USB style plugs lying around, you will need one.***********************-..." Read more
"...I could not get the tracker to charge. I took it to my local Samsung rep. He tested it and could not get it to charge either...." Read more
"...to acquire initial location. This delay occurs after starting a run (or resume from pause), and while the stopwatch is running...." Read more
"...Charging is relatively fast and convenient.The alarm was the most unexpected perk...." Read more
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Picked up a Gear Fit 2 from Amazon. @$150 and so far that seems like a steal. The fitness trackers I've used (calorie, step, heart rate) all work well, syncd up with the Gear app on my phone ( Nexus 6) with no problems, S Health app works well and the sleep tracker is an amazing little "Never knew I needed it till I got it" kind of thing. Battery life hasn't been an issue at all, with a pretty good bit of use I still haven"t used more than 60% of the charge in a single day. Charging is relatively fast and convenient.
The alarm was the most unexpected perk. I've always needed a very loud audio alarm to wake me up, and sometimes that's still not enough. The silent, gentle vibration from the wristband has yet to fail to rouse me, and no one else gets disturbed.
I'm a grill cook by trade, so I was worried about the extremes of kitchen life. So far so good. I have a wireless blue tooth speaker paired to my phones Poweramp media player (MP3's on my phones internal memory) to provide tunes to the kitchen. The media player app on my Fit 2 acts like a remote for my phone, changes songs, volume etc. which comes in handy at times I can't come off the line to do it on my phone. It's also nice to receive remote notifications from my various conversations across several messaging apps ( txt, Facebook, email, Twitter) so even though I can't engage in a full conversations, from time to time, I can at least monitor things like running conversations from group chats and make sure that the last text that came in wasn't some emergency or situation that needs my immediate attention.
A few reviews I read while I was researching before purchase said the band had a tendency to come unfastened, but so far it hasn't happened a single time in all the reaching, grabbing, flipping, turning and general motion and abuse required from me throughout the night at work. The streamlined, minimalist design of the watch and band work for me as well. Not a lot of places for food to get trapped and you can imagine how nice the water resistance is in a busy kitchen.
There are a few things that aren't 100% yet. The Spotify app for the Fit 2 does not work for me. It downloaded to my phone using the Gear app and installed on the Fit 2 just fine, but when I attempt to actually open the app on my Fit 2, it will open Spotify on my phone, but on the Fit 2 it says "Unable to start Spotify BT dissconnected" although the BT is in fact not dissconnected. I Googled it and at the time of this review it seems to be a known bug, but I can't tell how common it is, so maybe see if a search returns any info on your specific phone if thats's a deal breaker. I will add that the Fit 2 Media Player will actually still remotely control general playback from Spotify on my phone the same way it controls my Poweramp/internal MP3's on my phone, but i don't get to browse songs/playlists etc. Just general track forward and back, volume pause and so forth. I can live with that, but I do hope the bug gets a fix soon. The full use of Spotify's functionality available remotely would be great. Also the advertised ability to stream songs from my phone to the FIt and then to wireless earbuds doesn't work. It may be a Spotify only thing, and if so then it obviously won"t work until the previous bug gets fixed, but I can tell you that it doesn't work trying to stream songs from my phone in my gym bag to my Fit @ on my wrist and then to my wireless earbuds (proximity is king with the wireless headphones).
The software involved in all of this is really sort of "Still getting it together". The Gear app keeps trying to get me to change certain permissions EVERY time I open it. There's apparently no way to remove some of the notifications from displaying on the home screen ( inactivity, loss of blue tooth connectivity) no matter what the settings are. Some of the on/off switches seemed unintuitive ( "I thought the slash meant off, but it's lit up, now so I don't know?!?!?!") and it takes some work to get everything set as close to perfect as you'd like. It would be nice to be able to change the time my "Day" starts for the tracking apps. Counts run from midnight to midnight, but my day, unfortunately, doesn't. I work nights so my day runs from 3pm to 7am. I can't for the life of me figure out how to change this, but it would sure help when tracking calories etc.
Also, the UI is a little stale right out of the box. I have to keep reminding myself that the Fit 2 was primarily designed as a piece of sports gear, and the various screens and apps show it. Information is supplied in easy to read, if not attractive ways. Third party clock faces and apps do help to curb the utilitarian feel of the Fit 2 a bit, but that's another area you can feel is not quite all there. I like making my FIt look like a Pip Boy as much as the next guy, but finding usable functionality app that's attractive AND reliable still seems a bit away.
All that having been said, this is still an amazing piece of kit. Within the span of a week it has already almost seamlessly established itself through use and convenience as part of my daily life. Watch, alarm, timer, calorie counter, remote notifications and music management. It does so much, so well for so little, and even though there are still kinks to work out, I can say that the Samsung Gear Fit 2 is the affordable and reliable wearable that I waited for: A great starting point.
I then broadened my research beyond Fitbit products and was stunned to learn at how much more I could get for my money if I opened my mind beyond the popular Fitbit product line. I ended up purchasing a Samsung Gear Fit 2 and am very happy I did.
I’ve used the Charge 2 and Gear Fit 2 each for at least a month, and here’s my take on how they compare -
*Accuracy:
This is the main deciding factor for me. The Charge 2 was wildly inaccurate (keep in mind, I received 2 devices from Fitbit as noted above – both with the same issue). It consistently missed over 1,500 steps a day and counted steps while I slept somehow. My Fitbit One didn’t have this issue. Fitbit customer support suggested I place the Charge 2 in my pocket for improved accuracy, which completely negated the purpose of upgrading from the One to the Charge 2.
The Gear Fit 2 is pretty spot on. I say ‘pretty’ because the only time it’s slightly off is when I walk in place, and that’s OK with me because I’m cheating anyway… It also accurately counts repetitions when using the different Exercise features (lunges, crunches, squats), which is really cool and helpful.
*Features/Functionality:
The Gear Fit 2 is the clear winner here. The biggest reason is that if you’re looking to keep track of how you’re doing with your fitness goals, even if you’re just casually trying to improve your fitness level, it really makes it easy by improving awareness. For example, when viewing any item such as floors or steps, not only do you see today’s activity, but you also see how you did for the rest of the week at a glance. Tapping on those screens displays the detail by day. You can get more detail on the exercise done (map, etc) if you want to from these screens as well. There's really not much of a need to use the app with the Gear Fit 2.
The Charge 2 will display this detail within the app only, as far as I know.
I tried the guided breathing feature on the Charge 2 a few times and didn’t really find any value in it. To each their own.
The Gear Fit 2 has built in GPS (no phone required!), so once you’re done with your run/walk/hike, you can view your route, distance, average MPH and much more, right on your wrist.
MyFitnessPal works really well with the Gear Fit 2 so you can quick add foods directly from your wrist and log water intake with a couple of taps.
With the Gear Fit 2, I can play music from my phone or store music directly on the device. I can view/dismiss Alarms directly from the screen. I love the ability to set a button to quick launch a feature. I use it to quick launch an Exercise, so all I have to do is press the button, and I’m off! On the Charge 2, you’d have to tap thru the screens, then press/hold to launch the Exercise - this was kind of a PITA for me and I usually forgot to do it before I set off on my adventure.
One thing that I really love, which may not be a big deal to many other folks, is the ability to quickly set the Gear Fit 2 to ‘do not disturb’ mode. This means that the all alerts are muted and device won’t wake when you move your wrist. It’s great to use when sleeping so you don’t light up the room at night!
*Comfort:
The Gear Fit 2 blows the Charge 2 away here. You can tell by the photo that the Charge 2 doesn’t sit flush to the wrist area, largely due to the lumpy bottom and straight face. This made me abundantly aware that I had something on my wrist every second of every day that I wore it. It was downright painful to wear while sleeping if I put any pressure on that wrist (if I slept on that side). When I took the Charge 2 off to charge it or shower, I had a visible indentation mark on my wrist from it (and I wasn’t wearing it too tight).
The Gear Fit 2 has a curved display with a flush bottom that I forgot I was wearing once the novelty of playing with it wore off. It’s comfortable to wear while sleeping and while active.
*Customization: It’s kind of a split here, but I’d have to say that overall, the Gear Fit 2 wins.
The Charge 2 has the advantage over the Gear Fit 2 in the band category since there are so many different bands to choose from. I’m really not sure why there aren’t more available for the Gear Fit 2, but I will say that I’m happy with the options that I’ve found. There’s a great magnetic Milanese one out there that I love. And, for anyone else who’s lost some thumbnails – it’s easier to remove the original Gear Fit 2 band if you bend it backwards a little bit:)
The Gear Fit 2 wins over the Charge 2 with respect to the customization features available directly within the device. For example, with the Gear Fit 2, the biggest difference is that you have a color screen. So, you have a whole world of options open to you for different clock screens. I can easily change mine each day to match my outfit. Then, there are all the different apps you can download and use right on your wrist (such as MyFitnessPal and Workout Trainer).
*Battery Life:
It’s a draw. Some complain that the Gear Fit 2 has too short of a battery life, but that’s not been a problem for me. I set the screen brightness to 3, which is still plenty bright, and use a clock face with a mostly black background. Maybe I get more life out of it since I put it on 'do not disturb' mode at night too… I was getting about 3 days of use out of the Charge 2 which is about the same as I’m getting for the Gear Fit 2.
*Fitness Goals:
I didn’t really find many features within the Charge 2 that would encourage me to push to meet my fitness goals. Although I did like how the Charge 2 had automatic reminders to move 10 minutes before each hour.
The Gear Fit 2 does one better by having reminders every 50 minutes, which is a bit more personalized. I’ve set an exercise as a quick launch, which has been super helpful. I have also found myself using the other exercise tracking features often, just because the device has the ability to do them (for example, crunches, squats, etc). Maybe it’s just me, but knowing I have the ability to track it with a tap on my wrist is encouragement enough.
*TL;DR - Summary:
For me, the clear winner is the Gear Fit 2. I absolutely love it.
I can’t for the life of me figure out why so many folks love the Fitbit Charge 2, after having had 2 that were totally inaccurate. One conclusion I’ve arrived at is that many may prefer the Fitbit to other devices just like some prefer iPhone to Android. Just a matter of preference. Fitbit is basic, simple and stripped down versus the Gear Fit 2, which is feature loaded and very customizable. It can be overwhelming to some that just want a device that comes out of the box with no other options.
Personally, I love the mere fact that the Gear Fit 2 is accurate in addition to the additional features, having the ability to customize and the ease of use that the Gear Fit 2 has versus the Charge 2.
Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2017
I then broadened my research beyond Fitbit products and was stunned to learn at how much more I could get for my money if I opened my mind beyond the popular Fitbit product line. I ended up purchasing a Samsung Gear Fit 2 and am very happy I did.
I’ve used the Charge 2 and Gear Fit 2 each for at least a month, and here’s my take on how they compare -
*Accuracy:
This is the main deciding factor for me. The Charge 2 was wildly inaccurate (keep in mind, I received 2 devices from Fitbit as noted above – both with the same issue). It consistently missed over 1,500 steps a day and counted steps while I slept somehow. My Fitbit One didn’t have this issue. Fitbit customer support suggested I place the Charge 2 in my pocket for improved accuracy, which completely negated the purpose of upgrading from the One to the Charge 2.
The Gear Fit 2 is pretty spot on. I say ‘pretty’ because the only time it’s slightly off is when I walk in place, and that’s OK with me because I’m cheating anyway… It also accurately counts repetitions when using the different Exercise features (lunges, crunches, squats), which is really cool and helpful.
*Features/Functionality:
The Gear Fit 2 is the clear winner here. The biggest reason is that if you’re looking to keep track of how you’re doing with your fitness goals, even if you’re just casually trying to improve your fitness level, it really makes it easy by improving awareness. For example, when viewing any item such as floors or steps, not only do you see today’s activity, but you also see how you did for the rest of the week at a glance. Tapping on those screens displays the detail by day. You can get more detail on the exercise done (map, etc) if you want to from these screens as well. There's really not much of a need to use the app with the Gear Fit 2.
The Charge 2 will display this detail within the app only, as far as I know.
I tried the guided breathing feature on the Charge 2 a few times and didn’t really find any value in it. To each their own.
The Gear Fit 2 has built in GPS (no phone required!), so once you’re done with your run/walk/hike, you can view your route, distance, average MPH and much more, right on your wrist.
MyFitnessPal works really well with the Gear Fit 2 so you can quick add foods directly from your wrist and log water intake with a couple of taps.
With the Gear Fit 2, I can play music from my phone or store music directly on the device. I can view/dismiss Alarms directly from the screen. I love the ability to set a button to quick launch a feature. I use it to quick launch an Exercise, so all I have to do is press the button, and I’m off! On the Charge 2, you’d have to tap thru the screens, then press/hold to launch the Exercise - this was kind of a PITA for me and I usually forgot to do it before I set off on my adventure.
One thing that I really love, which may not be a big deal to many other folks, is the ability to quickly set the Gear Fit 2 to ‘do not disturb’ mode. This means that the all alerts are muted and device won’t wake when you move your wrist. It’s great to use when sleeping so you don’t light up the room at night!
*Comfort:
The Gear Fit 2 blows the Charge 2 away here. You can tell by the photo that the Charge 2 doesn’t sit flush to the wrist area, largely due to the lumpy bottom and straight face. This made me abundantly aware that I had something on my wrist every second of every day that I wore it. It was downright painful to wear while sleeping if I put any pressure on that wrist (if I slept on that side). When I took the Charge 2 off to charge it or shower, I had a visible indentation mark on my wrist from it (and I wasn’t wearing it too tight).
The Gear Fit 2 has a curved display with a flush bottom that I forgot I was wearing once the novelty of playing with it wore off. It’s comfortable to wear while sleeping and while active.
*Customization: It’s kind of a split here, but I’d have to say that overall, the Gear Fit 2 wins.
The Charge 2 has the advantage over the Gear Fit 2 in the band category since there are so many different bands to choose from. I’m really not sure why there aren’t more available for the Gear Fit 2, but I will say that I’m happy with the options that I’ve found. There’s a great magnetic Milanese one out there that I love. And, for anyone else who’s lost some thumbnails – it’s easier to remove the original Gear Fit 2 band if you bend it backwards a little bit:)
The Gear Fit 2 wins over the Charge 2 with respect to the customization features available directly within the device. For example, with the Gear Fit 2, the biggest difference is that you have a color screen. So, you have a whole world of options open to you for different clock screens. I can easily change mine each day to match my outfit. Then, there are all the different apps you can download and use right on your wrist (such as MyFitnessPal and Workout Trainer).
*Battery Life:
It’s a draw. Some complain that the Gear Fit 2 has too short of a battery life, but that’s not been a problem for me. I set the screen brightness to 3, which is still plenty bright, and use a clock face with a mostly black background. Maybe I get more life out of it since I put it on 'do not disturb' mode at night too… I was getting about 3 days of use out of the Charge 2 which is about the same as I’m getting for the Gear Fit 2.
*Fitness Goals:
I didn’t really find many features within the Charge 2 that would encourage me to push to meet my fitness goals. Although I did like how the Charge 2 had automatic reminders to move 10 minutes before each hour.
The Gear Fit 2 does one better by having reminders every 50 minutes, which is a bit more personalized. I’ve set an exercise as a quick launch, which has been super helpful. I have also found myself using the other exercise tracking features often, just because the device has the ability to do them (for example, crunches, squats, etc). Maybe it’s just me, but knowing I have the ability to track it with a tap on my wrist is encouragement enough.
*TL;DR - Summary:
For me, the clear winner is the Gear Fit 2. I absolutely love it.
I can’t for the life of me figure out why so many folks love the Fitbit Charge 2, after having had 2 that were totally inaccurate. One conclusion I’ve arrived at is that many may prefer the Fitbit to other devices just like some prefer iPhone to Android. Just a matter of preference. Fitbit is basic, simple and stripped down versus the Gear Fit 2, which is feature loaded and very customizable. It can be overwhelming to some that just want a device that comes out of the box with no other options.
Personally, I love the mere fact that the Gear Fit 2 is accurate in addition to the additional features, having the ability to customize and the ease of use that the Gear Fit 2 has versus the Charge 2.
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