In my testing, I found this estimate to be on target. While we always want more from our device's batteries, it is good to see that Fitbit was able to maintain the same capacity, even as it added sensors, features, and new screen technology. On paper, the Charge 5 promises up to seven days of battery life, same as the Charge 3 and 4. Steel Blue/Platinum, Black/Graphite, Lunar White/Gold Additionally, Fitbit offers a wide variety of great first-party straps, including the colors mentioned above in the Infinity configuration (where the strap loops back under the clasp), Horween leather bands, hook and loop bands (fabric with velcro attachment), and the perforated sport bands.ġ.45 x 0.90 x 0.44 inches (36.78 x 22.79 x11.20 mm)ģ-axis accelerometer, optical heart rate sensor, SpO2, ECG, EDA, ambient light sensor The Charge 5 is available in three color options: a platinum case with a Steel Blue band, a Graphite case with a Black band, and a Gold case with a Lunar White band. The new casing is also more comfortable to wear, better conforming to the contours of my wrist than previous Charge devices.

At 450 nits, it's even two times brighter than the Charge 4, and it makes a huge difference. It also sports a larger, brighter version of the Luxe's AMOLED screen, making it easy to read indoors or out. As a result, it now clearly fits in with the design aesthetic of the Versa 3, Sense, and new Luxe devices. The Charge 5 looks just as nice as the new Luxe but is a much more capable device.įor starters, the design is rounded, organic, and overall more refined than the blockier look of the Charge 2, 3, and 4, and it comes in 10% thinner than previous versions. This is in part because Fitbit went beyond its more recent incremental updates and made some significant improvements to its best band. We've long considered Fitbit's Charge devices among the best fitness trackers around, and the Charge 5 has topped Android Central's list since it first launched. (Image credit: Jeramy Johnson / Android Central)

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