Fitness Tracker Reviews - The Verge

Look, we’re not going to bug you to get fit. That’s the job of a fitness tracker. Wrist-based wearables that track fitness stats are popular, and for pretty good reason: they help fitness-focused individuals chart a path to their best selves. The best fitness tracker should look good, operate as intended, and minimize false readings during workouts. We’re always testing the latest from Garmin, Fitbit, Polar, and more to find the next best fitness tracker for you.

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The OnePlus Watch 2 is what redemption looks like

OnePlus could be a strong alternative to Google or Samsung for Wear OS smartwatches.

Apr 17|

The best sleep gadgets to help you catch those Zzzs

Sleep tech is more than tracking. Here are the best gadgets I’ve tested that help you fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake up earlier.

Apr 16|

Sennheiser’s new fitness buds do heart rate tracking right

For once, I didn’t have to worry about a fiddly fit getting in the way of heart rate tracking.

Apr 8|

Garmin’s new heart rate tracker pairs nearly perfectly with sports bras

Apr 4|

The Forerunner 165 series is the budget training watch Garmin needed

The tradeoffs are well worth the savings over the slightly more advanced Forerunner 265.

Mar 31|

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The Evie Ring is cleverly designed but has some first-gen quirks

There are a lot of ideas and promise packed into this smart ring, but it’s not all the way there yet.

Mar 20|

The best fitness trackers to buy right now

From simple fitness bands and rugged sports watches to rings, these are the best trackers you can get.

Mar 11|

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Withings ScanWatch 2 and Light review: simple vibes for the tech-fatigued

These watches hit a nice balance between style and function without bombarding you with information.

Mar 9|

Garmin Venu 3S review: right features, wrong price

Dec 3, 2023|

Google Pixel Watch 2 review: better battery, better watch

Oct 11, 2023|

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Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 review: small but smart improvements

Iterative updates aren’t flashy, but these smartwatches are mainly for folks who don’t have Apple Watches yet.

Sep 20, 2023|

Nutrisense review: a pricey way to learn a little

Sep 1, 2023|

Withings Body Smart review: a flawed but thoughtful approach to weight

Aug 18, 2023|

Where have all the fitness bands gone?

Smartwatches are the default wearable option these days, but why is it so hard to find simple yet affordable alternatives like the fitness bands of yesteryear?

Aug 9, 2023|

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Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 series review: refined, but not revolutionary

Samsung focuses on refining a tried-and-true formula, but how much longer can it afford to coast?

Aug 8, 2023|

Garmin Fenix 7S Pro review: too much of the same

Jul 28, 2023|

Garmin Epix Pro review: smaller size, bigger appeal (and a flashlight!)

Jun 16, 2023|

Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 5 review: timing is everything

May 24, 2023|

Lululemon Mirror review: a reflection of at-home fitness

Apr 17, 2023|

Oura Ring Generation 3 review: a relationship for the long term

Mar 30, 2023|

Amazfit Band 7 review: where did all the budget trackers go?

Mar 25, 2023|

Garmin Forerunner 265S review: the Goldilocks of running watches

Mar 15, 2023|

Apple Watch Ultra review: an aspirational debut

Mar 7, 2023|

Bellabeat Ivy review: wellness in a pretty package

Feb 28, 2023|

Garmin Vivomove Trend review: trending smarter

Feb 18, 2023|

Nowatch review: a chic stress tracker for the Goop faithful

Feb 10, 2023|

Nix’s Hydration Biosensor is for athletes who sweat the details

Feb 4, 2023|

The Amazon Halo Rise would be a neat sleep tracker, if it weren’t for my cat

Jan 28, 2023|

Polar Ignite 3 review: style over substance

Jan 20, 2023|

Apollo Neuro review: a case study in the wellness Wild West

Jan 13, 2023|

Apple Watch Ultra video review: let’s see what it can really do

Dec 21, 2022|

Fossil Gen 6 Wellness Edition review: history repeats itself

Dec 17, 2022|

Garmin Venu Sq 2 review: an excellent Fitbit alternative

Dec 9, 2022|

Coros Apex 2 and Apex 2 Pro review: slightly short of great

Dec 2, 2022|

Gatorade Smart Gx review: hydration isn’t rocket science

Nov 23, 2022|

Amazfit GTR 4 review: the king of budget smartwatches

Nov 18, 2022|

Fitbit Sense 2 review: it doesn’t make much sense

Oct 8, 2022|

The Apple Watch SE is a first-time buyer’s smartwatch

Sep 26, 2022|

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Apple Watch Series 8 review: if it ain’t broke

... don’t upgrade

Sep 15, 2022|

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Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro review: sometimes bigger is better

At least in terms of reading and battery life

Sep 7, 2022|

Montblanc Summit 3 review: a watch for nobody

Aug 26, 2022|

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