Perhaps unkindly, my wife suggested it looked a little like a criminal's electronic tracker – but if you're worried about that, the Charge HR is also available in purple, blue and orange to lessen the recent parolee look. The strap was comfortable, the size and minimalist styling meant we were happy wearing it in most situations, and the traditional watch-style fastening felt secure. We were pleasantly surprised when we unboxed the Charge HR and strapped it on. It also has watch functionality that the Jawbone UP3 doesn't offer, and requires less wrist real estate than Fitbit's own Surge and the Basis Peak. Its heart rate monitoring, dubbed PurePulse by Fitbit, could be tempting to buy over the cheaper model, or rivals like the Misfit Shine and the Withings Activité. That little HR in its name, which distinguishes it from the standard Charge, also means it boasts constant heart rate monitoring – which could give it a distinct advantage when it comes to calculating calories burned and helping you maintain workout intensity.įor many shoppers, the Charge HR could hit a sweet spot. However, the Charge HR isn't just a rebranded Force. If the Fitbit Charge HR looks familiar, that's because it bears a striking resemblance to the Fitbit Force, which was unceremoniously pulled from shelves last year amid skin irritation complaints.
With countless devices vying for the chance to monitor your activity and tell you you're not doing enough exercise, can the Charge HR stand out with its built-in heart rate monitoring, activity tracking, and gentle encouragement? We've recently spent a couple of weeks with one to discover whether it can encourage us to be more active. The new Fitbit Charge HR has got a lot of competition in the increasingly crowded fitness tracker market.
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