For example, all come with the ability to set timers, stopwatches, and silent alarms, and you can also put them into sleep or do not disturb mode to silence notifications and/or keep the display off. The Inspire 2, Luxe, and Charge 5 share many features. Stepping up to the Luxe will tell you your blood’s approximate oxygen saturation level, while the Charge 5 can also handle ECG readings via a compatible app for heart health and EDA scanning for additional stress monitoring. Their abilities scale as you go up in price-the Inspire 2 only keeps tabs on heart rate variability, plus breathing rate and skin temperature during sleep. While trackers aren’t replacements for proper health monitoring, Fitbit’s latest models come equipped with various sensors that watch for potential changes to wellness and stress levels. In other words, only the Charge 5 lets you ditch your phone when you go on a run or bike ride. The key difference on that last point: For the Inspire 2 and Luxe, you’ll need to lean on your smartphone’s GPS to gather the data. You can also track 20 different exercise modes including swimming, biking, and running, as well as see your real-time distance and pace. $127.99 at Amazon | 179.95 at Fitbit | Not Available at AdoramaĪll three trackers monitor the same types of fitness data, including steps, heart rate, and sleep. The Inspire 2, Luxe, and Charge 5 are all water resistant to 50 meters, which Fitbit describes as “swimproof.” Fitness tracking The Charge 5, which also has a color screen, sits between the two with a rating of up to seven days.

You get up to 10 days on that entry-level model, while the color screen on the Luxe chops its battery life to half that, up to five days. The Inspire 2’s monochrome display may not dazzle, but it can go the distance on battery life. The Luxe sports a slightly larger 0.76-inch color display, while the Charge 5 has the most real estate with a 1.04 inch screen. The monochrome Inspire 2 comes with the smallest screen, measuring 0.7 inches. The Luxe and Charge 5 include six-month trials.

The Inspire 2 currently also comes with a full one-year trial of Fitbit Premium, the company’s subscription service that includes more detailed metrics and access to workout and meditation sessions. $79.95 at Dell Small Business | $128.95 at Amazon | $129.95 at Adorama

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