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  • 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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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.

Advanced Fitness Tracking

Built-in GPS

Auto & Multi Sport Tracking

Advanced Fitness Tracking

Monitor 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 GPS

Get 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 Tracking

The 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.

Easy Access to Notifications and Apps

Play Music while You Work Out

Convenient Charging Cradle

Easy Access to Notifications and Apps

The 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 Out

Featuring 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 Cradle

Recharging 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.

Water-Resistant Design

Reach Your Fitness Goals with S Health

Compatible with Most Android Devices

Water-Resistant Design

The 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 Health

The 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 Compatible

Connect 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.

Gear Fit2 available in three colors

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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  • Gear Fit2^Band Strap (Large Size)^ Charging Dock^ Quick Start Guide^User Manual
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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.

    Customer reviews

    3.9 out of 5 stars
    3.9 out of 5
    4,181 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the heart rate tracking and appearance of the wearable computer. For example, they mention it's sleek, minimalist, and elegant. That said, some complain about the battery life. Opinions are mixed on performance, quality, and steps counting.

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    523 customers mention381 positive142 negative

    Customers like the heart rate tracking of the wearable computer. For example, they mention it has customizable faces, the heartrate sensor monitors your HR throughout the day and throughout your workouts, and it provides an accurate and reliable reading. Some appreciate the sleep tracker and the ability to keep track of other things, such as sleep, water, caffeine, and other activities.

    "...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’s great to use when sleeping so you don’t light up the room at night!*Comfort:..." Read more

    "...Not perfect here but as good as can be.* Can see all pertinent information with one turn of wrist...." 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

    349 customers mention273 positive76 negative

    Customers like the appearance of the wearable computer. They mention that the design is sleek, minimalist, and elegant. They also love the watch face and shape, saying that the display and color rendering are excellent. Customers also say that the watch is discreet.

    "...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

    296 customers mention213 positive83 negative

    Customers find the OS of the band is great, intuitive, and customizable. They also say the unit is magnetic and really easy to use. Customers also mention that the program was easy to download, and there's no need to manually enter everything. They appreciate the quick answers and the ability to connect or remove the charger.

    "...2 is the affordable and reliable wearable that I waited for: A great starting point." Read more

    "...Just a matter of preference. Fitbit is basic, simple and stripped down versus the Gear Fit 2, which is feature loaded and very customizable...." Read more

    "...only so big, and the text/touch options are small, it isnt very easy to use while running...." Read more

    "...Hard to detect it is even on.* OS of band is great. Very intuitive and custimizable.* Very good touch response and accuracy.*..." Read more

    1,041 customers mention605 positive436 negative

    Customers are mixed about the performance of the wearable computer. Some mention that the functionality is fantastic, and it works great 95% of the time. However, others say that the onboard GPS does not work worth a damn, and the monitor doesn't play nice when you're moving. That said, some say the product lacks seriously as a step tracker.

    "...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

    "...A solid five starts.As a step tracker, this product lack seriously. I compared this product with my Fitbit One...." 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

    "...It works very well overall...." Read more

    448 customers mention185 positive263 negative

    Customers are mixed about the quality of the wearable computer. Some mention it has a flawless build quality, is pretty durable, and is reliable. However, others say that the band broke, the battery doesn't last very long, and the metal ends of the band will break off from the silicon band after using.

    "...12 2016: Samsung just released another update and this bricked my unit again. :..." Read more

    "...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

    "...Pros:* Amazing design. Looks great with great build quality.* Great screen...." Read more

    249 customers mention91 positive158 negative

    Customers are mixed about the steps counting of the wearable computer. Some mention that it counts their steps and time walked, while others say that it doesn't perfectly count the steps as accurately. The stairs count is off sometimes and the wrist band pops off too easily.

    "......" 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

    "...2. The step count on the Gearfit 2 does not match up with steps on my Samsung Galaxy S5. The phone always shows more steps. 3...." Read more

    "...over a few weeks, my overall experience with the Fit2 is the run tracking is frequently and substantially inaccurate, rendering the Fit2 virtually..." Read more

    458 customers mention119 positive339 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the battery life of the wearable computer. They mention that it will not hold a charge for more than a few hours, the battery consumption was 30% per hour when GPS was active, and it drains even if you power it off. Customers also say that they have to charge it every day and that they can't change the battery themselves.

    "...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

    271 customers mention73 positive198 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the charging of the wearable computer. They mention that the watch and tracker have frequent problems charging, the charging cradle is tricky, and the charger starts wearing off.

    "...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

    "...Charging is relatively fast and convenient.The alarm was the most unexpected perk...." 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

    Read this if you’re trying to decide between a Gear Fit 2 and Fitbit Charge 2!
    5 Stars
    Read this if you’re trying to decide between a Gear Fit 2 and Fitbit Charge 2!
    After a ton of research about Fitbit products, I purchased the Fitbit Charge 2 as an upgrade to my Fitbit One. I had to return/exchange the Charge 2 as the step count was wildly inaccurate. Fitbit advised that this was a defect and provided a new device promptly. However, the new device had the exact same issue. Both Charge 2’s have been returned.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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    5.0 out of 5 stars Read this if you’re trying to decide between a Gear Fit 2 and Fitbit Charge 2!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2017
    After a ton of research about Fitbit products, I purchased the Fitbit Charge 2 as an upgrade to my Fitbit One. I had to return/exchange the Charge 2 as the step count was wildly inaccurate. Fitbit advised that this was a defect and provided a new device promptly. However, the new device had the exact same issue. Both Charge 2’s have been returned.
    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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