Wow! I just ordered a Charge 4 and after watching your demo I wish I had it today! If I owned a company and needed someone to demo a product, I would want you to do it. Very thorough. Thank you so very much. Best wishes for future success.
@@randomtech787 Interesting, I had a totally different experience, my Mi Band was way more responsive than my Fitbit Charge 3. Maybe they did some software updates in between! I've been using the Mi Band for 6 months now and I am really satisfied, except for the running features, I am sure the Fitbit will perform better there now with the GPS, but I do not run so often so it is fine.
Random Tech except for the biggest of all, built into GPS. If you just don’t have any need for built in GPS and I think anyone would say probably not worth the upgrade but there are some inherent issues doing piggyback GPS vs using built in GPS. Just really consumer choice about how important gps accuracy is to that person.
@@brandonbrotzman9701 Fitbit knew that they didn't have enough features for the new charge 4 so have decided to holdback software features from the charge 3 which is disgusting. Like you say, really it's only the GPS and NFC..
You nailed it. Thank you. I'm elderly, mostly sedentary; I need the motivation to move. Not doing a lot of outdoor at this time. The price will be a factor. If Charge three is substantially less expensive, I'll go with it. I don't mind carrying my phone while I walk or garden outside. Again thank you for your excellent review. Dynamo you are. Great to see such strong and motivated young people.
My first fitbit and I was lost right away. I was so happy to find your video it helped me right away. I was able to easily follow and pause when I was working with my iphone. You saved me and now I feel like I can really use my new fitbit charge 4 completely. THANK YOU :)
Did Fitbit do something to make the display last longer than 12 months? Common complaint and both mine and my wife's displays stopped working on month 12 and 13 respectively!
My peeve about the Charge 4: When you meet your daily step goal, you get a notification, and it has one of about 4 little graphic screens. One of the graphics for this on the old Charge 2 was a cool rocket ship. I liked that very much. I hate that Fitbit did not include a rocket graphic in the Charge 4. You get a shoe, a disco ball, an airplane, but no rocket ship. Disappointing.
PLEASE PLEASE check the altimeter during the long term review as the one on the Charge 3 was horrible. It would give me 20 flights of stairs while walking down the street in FL. I had to return it for that very reason. Otherwise, great first impressions video!
Yep I havent walked up any stairs today and mine still says I've walked up 4 flights of stairs! Luckily it doesn't get added to calories burned or anything so I just choose not to look at it lol
That's because it counts total elevation change as steps, you guys. Say there is an elevation change from your front door to your mailbox of one foot - you probably wouldn't even notice the elevation change, but walking to your mail box and back would count as 2 feet of elevation change to your Fitbit.
Thanks for the review. I just literally purchased the Charge 3 a few minutes ago before seeing your review for the Charge 4. So, I considered cancelling the order thinking that there would be enough important differences to get the Charge 4. Then I thought to myself...will there ever be a situation where I don't have my phone on me whether in my pocket, gym bag, back pack, or arm band and the answer is a definite NO. The only time I find myself without my phone is if I forget it and in that case...I'll most likely go back home to get it. And as for FitBit pay. Well...same thing applies. I have the Samsung Note 10 plus with two forms of payment, Samsung Pay and Google Pay. So for those who can live without their phones...I guess this is who the Fitbit Charge 4 is for.
I wish Fitbit would give more updates to the Charge 3 like different watch faces like in the Charge 4. They charge a premium for their products like Apple, but fail to give updates when a new model is launched
I hate how they make you buy a whole new device when they could just improve the features of the last one (not the GPS but many features are there in the Mi Band, 5x cheaper...)
It's because they try sell them to the snobs. I got a charge 3 as a gift and can't figure out why it is more expensive than competitors when I usually get inaccurate step readings and heart rate. Can't even set the screen time out like cheaper options
Ruffas it’s not snobs. Fitbit is just a household name because they were first. They have displays at all the tech stores. I had to do a lot of research before I had even heard of brands like Garmin. Have never seen a Garmin stand at Best Buy
I can get a vivoactive 3 for the same price, which would you recommend? Just looking for something to track calories burned and steps. But I do like the look of the vivoactive.
My Fitbit Charge 3 lasted less than 6 months when it started with the blank screen problems. Got it fixed, it held for 1 week and went back to the blank screen. Not worth the money 👎
Couple of questions: 1) can you turn-off the GPS and/or put it in battery saving mode where does the minimal functions for longer battery life? 2) can you pair to a Bluetooth heart rate strap? ANT/ANT+ heart rate strap? ... I've been using a Charge 2 for nearly two years now and my main reason is to track sleep and resting heart rate. When I do an activity (cycling/running) I put on a heart rate strap and have other devices (Garmin, cough) that track it so that's not what I need the Charge to do.
1. GPS is only utilized during an outdoor activity. That said, you could just use a generic workout profile while doing an outdoor activity to save on battery life. 2. No external sensor pairing. Doubt that will change.
Super impressed with your review. You spoke at a good slightly quick pace which I loved. And your script was well structured. I especially like the heart rate baseline testing. Above and beyond.
GPS has lock-in problems:slow or not working at all. HR monitor can be way off; pulse tested during exercise was 94 watch said 166. Happened many times. Watch placement is sensitive; only works below my wrist not above as in directions. Sleep Tracking works sometimes;sometimes. Save your money and buy Polar or Garmin.
New here to fitbit and this was extremely helpful for me, going through the setup and all the apps and everything. Really happy with this purchase, thank you for your help.
As a number of other people here have noted, it's frustrating how Fitbit almost never adds new features to their devices through software updates. They make it so you have to buy the newest version to get anything. The Smart Wake feature is a great example - there's no reason why they couldn't add it to the Charge 3. And I will say I like my Charge 3, but if it wasn't for the challenges and most people using Fitbits I would have no problem jumping ship.
Ordered two of them, and they came out faulty. Couldn't start them up or connect to the phones in any ways. Disappointing tbh, let's see if the replacements are going to be any different...
This is definitely what I'm looking for!! Thank you for such great reviews I'm a MTB rider and a runner!! 2021 is going to be so cool and well tracked. This is my 2nd Fitbit in a long while.
I'm thinking of buying this....the only doubt I have is about the light.....will I be able to read it in sunlight ?....ATM I have a cheaper type of tracker and I can't even tell the time out of doors and this is a pain as I live in a sunny part of the world....
Two days before this dropped...my Charge 3 started to flash and vibrate. The screen just jumping around. No way to get it out of this even after many reboots and plugging it in to charge. Must have gotten the kill code from Fitbit to self destruct.
Experienced the same problems with Charge 3 after 6 months. It lasted a week after being fixed and went back to the same problems. Chucked it in the bin 👎
@@tracyjacobs9013 Yeah I noticed now that when I try to charge it the thing gets crazy hot, still does not boot up. Contacted Fit Bit and I have to say they were really good about offering me a replacement, or 50% off of a different band. So I upgraded to the Ionic..we will see how that one works.
@@tracyjacobs9013 Oh man too bad, I got on the Fitbit site, even though I had the Charge for over a year to talk with a rep. After about a half hour of chatting with them they told me I could get a free replacement of the Charge 3 or 50% of a different model. I upgraded to the Ionic since the Charge 4 was not a options for the 50% off, since it was a new model. I will say this for Fitbit, if you talk with them they do seem to work with you on getting you taken care of. I had the first HR when it came out and the band was seperating from the device. They replace that one for free as well.
Probably a dumb question but I've never owned a fitbit or any tracker or smartwatch to be honest. I've always just used my smartphone. So if the GPS is not on then it wont tell you how many miles etc you have walked throughout the day?
I loved my Charge 3, but the screen went whacko. I'm looking forward to using this Charge 4. I'm already jealous of your phone though. Look at all the exercise shortcuts you have. I have 6 lousy choices. Oh well...
I have an Ionic, and find I get much better heart rate tracking when I have the watch a little higher on my wrist, especially for biking, and usually wear a sweatband to position it, rather than to tighten it. Battery life definitely impacted by use of the GPS. Have found the Ionic to be very precise with GPS tracking. Hope they haven't had to cheap out on the Charge 4 to get the much lower price. Looking forward to what you find after a longer trial.
I've just taken delivery of charge 4. Had my charge 2 for 3 year but it was starting to struggle. Managed to set up charge 4 no issues only think I cant get get working is my spotify. Will try again tomorrow haha
Thank you for such thorough information that will be extremely useful as I navigate through this fitness tracker. It will be very helpful as I begin my journey to a more active lifestyle.
I really loved my Charge 2! unfortunately the battery started to die really fast. like 24 hours later it was dead. So I'm sure its on its death bed. I'll definitely be upgrading to this one.
You glossed over the screen display. I have the Charge 3 but I don’t bother checking it while I’m outside as the display is very poor in bright sun. Has the. Display brightness been improved in the Charge 4?
I have had quite a few Fitbits. I had the Charge HR3 and the screen started looking strange after 6 months and recently turned off completely. I like the Fitbit but I’m not sure about the Fitbit HR4 yet because of that.
bought the charge 3 last January, noticed the screen was getting darker a month ago, and now its impossible to read, tried all the suggestions at fitbit, and no change, so waiting now for the charge 4 to arrive, thanks for the video, helps me feel better about being forced to upgrade. Just hoping I get more then a year and 2 months out of it.. $12 a month for the charge 3, isn't really a good buy in my opinion.
That's too bad, did you reach out to customer service? I've had a charge 2 for 2 years and have had no issues, but I'm a little nervous to stick with the brand because I have heard a lot of quality control issues..
Looking forward to your full review. I'm in the process of deciding which smartwatch (my first) to get and this Charge 4 just right fits into my budget of €150. As a cyclist, things I would really like to know/see: * battery life with GPS on the Fitbit compared to GPS on the phone, as I always have my phone with me * navigation on the device itself? Perhaps linked * (user interface for) heart rate measurements Other than that, I do some supportive weight exercises/calisthenics and try to fix my sleeping, so those are interesting topics as well. Its biggest competitor for me is the Mi Band 4 which costs 1/5th of the Charge 4... or the upcoming Mi Band 5 which costs 1/3rd... and as far as I know can also provide navigation with a linked smartphone and compatible app. Edit: aaaahhh and I just found out about the Amazfit Stratos to make it even more difficult hahaha
i myself have for 7 months the mi band 4 and im extremely happy. it does everything i want : running : via app and phone GPS you get very accurate results (I've compared it to other apps and it was consistently accurate) you have sleep tracking and messaging alerts but i don't use it at all(really only for running ) which points me to the last benefit : battery life (i charge it once in a month ) crazy ah?
I agree. Versa had storage, but no gps so I don't know what fitbit was thinking. I still like this though, but afraid to buy it due to 2 fitbit products that died on me within a year.
Thanks for the Charge 4 review. I have had Charge 3 for couple years and love it - except - a few month's ago I noticed I can no longer see the display in normal to bright daylight. It has to be indoors or if outside - late evening or VERY overcast and I'm just stuck with it being that way. I hope the Charge 4 doesn't go dim in only two years.
Defit I would like to thank you for being one of the only completely thorough reviewers I have found on many devices. Through many different watches you presented data cleanly and reviews didn't seem biased. I am almost completely set on getting the Charge 4. Wish Fitbit tracked with more detail like Garmin, but honestly not impressed with how Garmin is pricier overall and relies on MFP for calorie tracking among others. That said I wouldn't mind more incite on this watch and whether the firmware updates improved the watches performance. How is the watch performing now?, or when do you think the indepth review is coming out?
I have the Charge 3, but wanted a gps (to eliminate having to also wear my garmin), so I just got the Charge 4. I will test it’s gps against the garmin.
Yup, Withings is doing this for about 5 years now. Works pretty nicely for me. With Withings, You even can choose your wakup window in which it will vary. Since I like seeing the time 24/7, this is not a tempting offer.
Lol, agree to stuff. I was interested in getting a fitness tracker until I realized the apps basically can share all your health data and use it for marketing to you. Great review though.
I stopped showing time and only reads "Log inn to Spotify from the Fitbit mobile app" I don't have Spotify. I just want to tell time wit the watch. . . . .
Your first impressions are more in-depth than most other channels' actual reviews. Good work!
Thanks!!
Good
I like that You are a real sportsman giving us a proper insight using the band in action.
Thanks!
Wow! I just ordered a Charge 4 and after watching your demo I wish I had it today! If I owned a company and needed someone to demo a product, I would want you to do it. Very thorough. Thank you so very much. Best wishes for future success.
Thanks so much!!
They can add 75% of the new features to the charge 3 by a software update.
I bought the 3 and sent it back, now I own a mi band and I prefer it. Better user experience, basic features useful available.
@@gauthierhecq5549 I don't like mi band because it was sometimes unresponsive.
@@randomtech787 Interesting, I had a totally different experience, my Mi Band was way more responsive than my Fitbit Charge 3. Maybe they did some software updates in between! I've been using the Mi Band for 6 months now and I am really satisfied, except for the running features, I am sure the Fitbit will perform better there now with the GPS, but I do not run so often so it is fine.
Random Tech except for the biggest of all, built into GPS. If you just don’t have any need for built in GPS and I think anyone would say probably not worth the upgrade but there are some inherent issues doing piggyback GPS vs using built in GPS. Just really consumer choice about how important gps accuracy is to that person.
@@brandonbrotzman9701 Fitbit knew that they didn't have enough features for the new charge 4 so have decided to holdback software features from the charge 3 which is disgusting. Like you say, really it's only the GPS and NFC..
You nailed it. Thank you. I'm elderly, mostly sedentary; I need the motivation to move. Not doing a lot of outdoor at this time. The price will be a factor. If Charge three is substantially less expensive, I'll go with it. I don't mind carrying my phone while I walk or garden outside. Again thank you for your excellent review. Dynamo you are. Great to see such strong and motivated young people.
Thanks so much!
My first fitbit and I was lost right away. I was so happy to find your video it helped me right away. I was able to easily follow and pause when I was working with my iphone. You saved me and now I feel like I can really use my new fitbit charge 4 completely. THANK YOU :)
Just started to watch, clicked like in 5 secs, i know it's gonna be great
Thanks!!
Did Fitbit do something to make the display last longer than 12 months? Common complaint and both mine and my wife's displays stopped working on month 12 and 13 respectively!
Same for me after 7 months fit bit suck
Garmin gang reporting in!
Same as me I got my for Christmas 2018 and about 1 month ago the screen stopped responding
I get about 2-3 months on mine.
I’m on my 2nd replacement for the versa because the screens have broken after a few months 🙄
My peeve about the Charge 4: When you meet your daily step goal, you get a notification, and it has one of about 4 little graphic screens. One of the graphics for this on the old Charge 2 was a cool rocket ship. I liked that very much. I hate that Fitbit did not include a rocket graphic in the Charge 4. You get a shoe, a disco ball, an airplane, but no rocket ship. Disappointing.
PLEASE PLEASE check the altimeter during the long term review as the one on the Charge 3 was horrible. It would give me 20 flights of stairs while walking down the street in FL. I had to return it for that very reason. Otherwise, great first impressions video!
Thanks and will do!
Yep I havent walked up any stairs today and mine still says I've walked up 4 flights of stairs! Luckily it doesn't get added to calories burned or anything so I just choose not to look at it lol
That's because it counts total elevation change as steps, you guys. Say there is an elevation change from your front door to your mailbox of one foot - you probably wouldn't even notice the elevation change, but walking to your mail box and back would count as 2 feet of elevation change to your Fitbit.
The Fitbit 2 only picks up one quarter of the actual flights of steps you climb.
Thanks for the review. I just literally purchased the Charge 3 a few minutes ago before seeing your review for the Charge 4. So, I considered cancelling the order thinking that there would be enough important differences to get the Charge 4.
Then I thought to myself...will there ever be a situation where I don't have my phone on me whether in my pocket, gym bag, back pack, or arm band and the answer is a definite NO.
The only time I find myself without my phone is if I forget it and in that case...I'll most likely go back home to get it.
And as for FitBit pay.
Well...same thing applies.
I have the Samsung Note 10 plus with two forms of payment, Samsung Pay and Google Pay.
So for those who can live without their phones...I guess this is who the Fitbit Charge 4 is for.
I wish Fitbit would give more updates to the Charge 3 like different watch faces like in the Charge 4. They charge a premium for their products like Apple, but fail to give updates when a new model is launched
I hate how they make you buy a whole new device when they could just improve the features of the last one (not the GPS but many features are there in the Mi Band, 5x cheaper...)
It's because they try sell them to the snobs. I got a charge 3 as a gift and can't figure out why it is more expensive than competitors when I usually get inaccurate step readings and heart rate. Can't even set the screen time out like cheaper options
Gauthier H the Fitbit app is what kept me in the ecosystem for years. I only left when I got an iPhone because I got an Apple Watch.
Ruffas it’s not snobs. Fitbit is just a household name because they were first. They have displays at all the tech stores. I had to do a lot of research before I had even heard of brands like Garmin. Have never seen a Garmin stand at Best Buy
But they are a business they can't make money by just updating updating updating
I had the Charge 2. Curious about this one. Last three watches were Samsungs.
I can get a vivoactive 3 for the same price, which would you recommend? Just looking for something to track calories burned and steps. But I do like the look of the vivoactive.
I had two charge 3 die on me with a black screen.
I had mine for a year and about 3 months before the screen went black and never came back on. I'm so disappointed because other than that I loved it.
My Fitbit Charge 3 lasted less than 6 months when it started with the blank screen problems. Got it fixed, it held for 1 week and went back to the blank screen. Not worth the money 👎
One year for me POS!
Happened to me
Same for me! It only lasted one year
5 minutes 19 seconds in... I’m sold! 😍
Just had to send my Fitbit charge 3 back..not compatible with my 2yr old moblie phone !! Brilliant !!!
Couple of questions: 1) can you turn-off the GPS and/or put it in battery saving mode where does the minimal functions for longer battery life? 2) can you pair to a Bluetooth heart rate strap? ANT/ANT+ heart rate strap? ... I've been using a Charge 2 for nearly two years now and my main reason is to track sleep and resting heart rate. When I do an activity (cycling/running) I put on a heart rate strap and have other devices (Garmin, cough) that track it so that's not what I need the Charge to do.
1. GPS is only utilized during an outdoor activity. That said, you could just use a generic workout profile while doing an outdoor activity to save on battery life. 2. No external sensor pairing. Doubt that will change.
Let’s goooooo, Desfit never disappoints when it comes to reviews. Another banger from the OG Des 🙏🏾💪🏾🐐.
Thanks buddy!!
This is what I needded. Thank you for the GPS comparison with other devices.
Sure thing!
Does the Charge4 allow you to use your phone GPS in order to save the tracker battery? Or is there no option?
Excellent question. I'd like to know too as built in GPS really eats battery
@@romanbaczynski8656 Yes it does
Do you think this may spark Garmin to "bring back" the Garmin Vivosport? To have a similar tracker with GPS for $150. (a vivosmart 4 with GPS).
Super impressed with your review. You spoke at a good slightly quick pace which I loved. And your script was well structured. I especially like the heart rate baseline testing. Above and beyond.
Thanks a bunch! ...and this actually wasn't even what I would call a review - check out some of my other in-depth reviews for what you can expect. 😁
just got this in the mail as we speak, bought a cheap one off amazon and decided i wanted better. very helpful vid thanks
Glad I could help!
Fitbit and other watches inspires me to buy when i see desfit unboxing and review
GPS has lock-in problems:slow or not working at all. HR monitor can be way off; pulse tested during exercise was 94 watch said 166. Happened many times. Watch placement is sensitive; only works below my wrist not above as in directions. Sleep Tracking works sometimes;sometimes. Save your money and buy Polar or Garmin.
Hey do you guys feel like the calorie count on the charge 4 is accurate?
what was the point of adding GPS if you _still_ have to bring your phone to listen to music on a run!?!?
undoubtedly best video ever
Thanks!
Great review man! One question though, Is there an option to have display always on during workouts??
Im getting the charge 4 and fitbit versa 2 on my birthday. Next Monday April 20th. Im going to shop different places. I think this is cool
Andrew Cox why are you getting 2 watches? Lol
If you were to flip the watch to your inner wrist (sensor reading palm side wrist) would you get a more accurate heart rate reading?
New here to fitbit and this was extremely helpful for me, going through the setup and all the apps and everything. Really happy with this purchase, thank you for your help.
As a number of other people here have noted, it's frustrating how Fitbit almost never adds new features to their devices through software updates. They make it so you have to buy the newest version to get anything. The Smart Wake feature is a great example - there's no reason why they couldn't add it to the Charge 3. And I will say I like my Charge 3, but if it wasn't for the challenges and most people using Fitbits I would have no problem jumping ship.
Ordered two of them, and they came out faulty. Couldn't start them up or connect to the phones in any ways. Disappointing tbh, let's see if the replacements are going to be any different...
I have a charge 2.
Planning to upgrade to this.
I've just sold my Garmin and bought this and I love it. Built in GPS is great & you can track swimming too 😁
..cant wait for your in-depth review for FitBit 4. thank you.
Thanks! Coming soon!
This is definitely what I'm looking for!! Thank you for such great reviews I'm a MTB rider and a runner!! 2021 is going to be so cool and well tracked. This is my 2nd Fitbit in a long while.
I'm thinking of buying this....the only doubt I have is about the light.....will I be able to read it in sunlight ?....ATM I have a cheaper type of tracker and I can't even tell the time out of doors and this is a pain as I live in a sunny part of the world....
Two days before this dropped...my Charge 3 started to flash and vibrate. The screen just jumping around. No way to get it out of this even after many reboots and plugging it in to charge. Must have gotten the kill code from Fitbit to self destruct.
Johnathan Sparks I had the exact same thing happen to mine. Occurred about 3 weeks ago though. Had the charge 3 for over a year with no issue.
Experienced the same problems with Charge 3 after 6 months. It lasted a week after being fixed and went back to the same problems. Chucked it in the bin 👎
@@tracyjacobs9013 Yeah I noticed now that when I try to charge it the thing gets crazy hot, still does not boot up. Contacted Fit Bit and I have to say they were really good about offering me a replacement, or 50% off of a different band. So I upgraded to the Ionic..we will see how that one works.
@@tracyjacobs9013 Oh man too bad, I got on the Fitbit site, even though I had the Charge for over a year to talk with a rep. After about a half hour of chatting with them they told me I could get a free replacement of the Charge 3 or 50% of a different model. I upgraded to the Ionic since the Charge 4 was not a options for the 50% off, since it was a new model. I will say this for Fitbit, if you talk with them they do seem to work with you on getting you taken care of. I had the first HR when it came out and the band was seperating from the device. They replace that one for free as well.
Can this thing actually read blood pressure on the phone app or on the fitbit itself? That would be ultra useful
Looking forward to the indepth review - currently have the charge 2 and seeing if it's worth upgrading
Probably a dumb question but I've never owned a fitbit or any tracker or smartwatch to be honest. I've always just used my smartphone. So if the GPS is not on then it wont tell you how many miles etc you have walked throughout the day?
I loved my Charge 3, but the screen went whacko. I'm looking forward to using this Charge 4. I'm already jealous of your phone though. Look at all the exercise shortcuts you have. I have 6 lousy choices. Oh well...
Any idea how the distance tracker would work on mountain bike trails?
More details on that right here! 👍th-cam.com/video/I2qJu5LCs6k/w-d-xo.html
I have an Ionic, and find I get much better heart rate tracking when I have the watch a little higher on my wrist, especially for biking, and usually wear a sweatband to position it, rather than to tighten it. Battery life definitely impacted by use of the GPS. Have found the Ionic to be very precise with GPS tracking. Hope they haven't had to cheap out on the Charge 4 to get the much lower price. Looking forward to what you find after a longer trial.
How do you change the gps on the charge 4 to the phone or the watch?
Wow, awesome review. I appreciate how in depth and clear it was, thanks!
Does it have an opinion to use your phones GPS instead of the built in? If so does it save some battery life?
I've just taken delivery of charge 4. Had my charge 2 for 3 year but it was starting to struggle. Managed to set up charge 4 no issues only think I cant get get working is my spotify. Will try again tomorrow haha
you need to have spotify premium for it to work!
Wow thanks this is so helpful 👍🏼
Sure thing!
Short video, crammed with info and comparisons. Love it and liked it
i appreciate your profile pic....jimmy neutron yes!
Thank you for such thorough information that will be extremely useful as I navigate through this fitness tracker. It will be very helpful as I begin my journey to a more active lifestyle.
Glad it helped. Thanks!
The king of wearable reviews!
Haha, thanks!
Amazing review. Enjoyable and a pleasure to watch. You made me eager to try out my new product
Thanks!
Impressive that the price and form factor remains the same! Ordered mine last week.
I really loved my Charge 2! unfortunately the battery started to die really fast. like 24 hours later it was dead. So I'm sure its on its death bed. I'll definitely be upgrading to this one.
Thank You, you did a great job of explaining everything. I appreciate your effort!
Sure thing. Thanks!
You glossed over the screen display. I have the Charge 3 but I don’t bother checking it while I’m outside as the display is very poor in bright sun. Has the. Display brightness been improved in the Charge 4?
Thank you. Excellent review.
I'm currently on the Charge 2. Pre-ordered my Charge 4 a little over week ago. Can't wait to give it a go.
Thanks a bunch!
My fitbit charge3 started draining battery like crazy just when this came out. What a coincidence :)
2 year battery life like they always say. try factory resetting that might help a little
I have had quite a few Fitbits. I had the Charge HR3 and the screen started looking strange after 6 months and recently turned off completely. I like the Fitbit but I’m not sure about the Fitbit HR4 yet because of that.
Curious to see if the vibration function of the device will deplete the battery as fast as it does with other models from FitBit.
does it only allow spotify or also the music thingie from ur phone itself?
bought the charge 3 last January, noticed the screen was getting darker a month ago, and now its impossible to read, tried all the suggestions at fitbit, and no change, so waiting now for the charge 4 to arrive, thanks for the video, helps me feel better about being forced to upgrade. Just hoping I get more then a year and 2 months out of it.. $12 a month for the charge 3, isn't really a good buy in my opinion.
That's too bad, did you reach out to customer service?
I've had a charge 2 for 2 years and have had no issues, but I'm a little nervous to stick with the brand because I have heard a lot of quality control issues..
Looking forward to your full review. I'm in the process of deciding which smartwatch (my first) to get and this Charge 4 just right fits into my budget of €150.
As a cyclist, things I would really like to know/see:
* battery life with GPS on the Fitbit compared to GPS on the phone, as I always have my phone with me
* navigation on the device itself? Perhaps linked
* (user interface for) heart rate measurements
Other than that, I do some supportive weight exercises/calisthenics and try to fix my sleeping, so those are interesting topics as well.
Its biggest competitor for me is the Mi Band 4 which costs 1/5th of the Charge 4... or the upcoming Mi Band 5 which costs 1/3rd... and as far as I know can also provide navigation with a linked smartphone and compatible app.
Edit: aaaahhh and I just found out about the Amazfit Stratos to make it even more difficult hahaha
No navigation on the device, but I'll make sure to cover all the rest in the final review! Thanks!
i myself have for 7 months the mi band 4 and im extremely happy.
it does everything i want :
running : via app and phone GPS you get very accurate results (I've compared it to other apps and it was consistently accurate)
you have sleep tracking and messaging alerts but i don't use it at all(really only for running ) which points me to the last benefit : battery life (i charge it once in a month ) crazy ah?
Looks great, all it need is mp3 player built in and i would buy it.
I agree. Versa had storage, but no gps so I don't know what fitbit was thinking. I still like this though, but afraid to buy it due to 2 fitbit products that died on me within a year.
Did they solve the eventual blacked out display problem? Asking for my last 5 charge 3's.
Hi. Awesome review, thank you for the closed captions.
Glad it helped!
I prefer the Garmin forerunner 35 its brilliant and does everything I need
Can TH-cam be controlled (via my phone) through this device? Or does it only allow Spotify to be controlled?
Thanks for the Charge 4 review. I have had Charge 3 for couple years and love it - except - a few month's ago I noticed I can no longer see the display in normal to bright daylight. It has to be indoors or if outside - late evening or VERY overcast and I'm just stuck with it being that way. I hope the Charge 4 doesn't go dim in only two years.
Defit I would like to thank you for being one of the only completely thorough reviewers I have found on many devices. Through many different watches you presented data cleanly and reviews didn't seem biased. I am almost completely set on getting the Charge 4. Wish Fitbit tracked with more detail like Garmin, but honestly not impressed with how Garmin is pricier overall and relies on MFP for calorie tracking among others.
That said I wouldn't mind more incite on this watch and whether the firmware updates improved the watches performance. How is the watch performing now?, or when do you think the indepth review is coming out?
I have been underwhelmed by the GPS so far on the Charge 4. Details to come probably within a week or so. Thank you for your support!
ive got the charge 3 right on my wrist right now!
I have the Charge 3, but wanted a gps (to eliminate having to also wear my garmin), so I just got the Charge 4. I will test it’s gps against the garmin.
Can a Fitbit detect heart palpitations?
How can u see what ur showing me with the writing on front of watch
Hey please review huawei gt2? And Amazefit gtr. Thanks.
Are the watch bands between the 3 and the 4 interchangeable?
Yes they are , don't need new ones:)
Des u have the best reviews
If we don't have the budget for 11 pro max and still want a big screen iphone so will it be a Good decision to buy a xs max in 2020
how to do you access the data from the oxygen saturation meter?
Smart alarm function had Microsoft Band 2 5 years ago, and that was amazing function and wish to Garmin implement that function to.
Yup, Withings is doing this for about 5 years now. Works pretty nicely for me. With Withings, You even can choose your wakup window in which it will vary. Since I like seeing the time 24/7, this is not a tempting offer.
Does Fitbit charge 3 message notifications still not work? Because mine don’t. You know any fixes? Links please..
Hi I just got my second one it won’t come on after the first time ???
Lol, agree to stuff. I was interested in getting a fitness tracker until I realized the apps basically can share all your health data and use it for marketing to you. Great review though.
I stopped showing time and only reads "Log inn to Spotify from the Fitbit mobile app" I don't have Spotify. I just want to tell time wit the watch. . . . .
great breakdown Desfit really in depth. Got mine coming in a few days although not sure if it will stay yet
Thanks so much!
Will a band for a FitBit Charge 3 fit a FitBit Charge 4?
yes it will, don't need to buy new ones :)
one thing i dont understand is why did they had to make the charge 4 menu laggier than the charge 3 it bothers my eyes
Bought ans arrived today. Says charge. Now wont turn on at all.
I'll charge an extra hr and see.
I got the rosewood and it's tacky
Excellent detailed video!!
Thanks!!
That was a great review cheers.
Thanks!
I have the charger 2 , the charger 4 is really advanced compared to my charger 2
Will an update from fitbit fix the heart rate and GPS tracking?
Do you know or does anyone else have any idea if the charge 4, tracks skateboarding? I skate a whole lot and would love for it to track that.
Problems show up after 4 weeks. The screen is already dysfunctional. Can't see it outside, and no screen will come up to change settings.
Nice first impressions video, when is the full review coming up?