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The best fitness trackers of 2023

- Sara Hendricks, Amy Roberts and Esther Bell Reviewed.com | USA TODAY NETWORK

BEST OVERALL Fitbit Charge 5

The Charge 5 is our favorite fitness tracker for its easy-to-use design, comfortabl­e fit, and wide range of features. Read More

Pros

Comfortabl­e

Easy to use

Tracks a lot about your health

Cons

Display can feel cluttered

BEST VALUE

Garmin Vívosmart 4

The Garmin Vivosmart 4 is a solid activity tracker for folks who are just getting into fitness tracking, who prefer a barely-there band, or who want to spend a little less for a device. Read More

Pros

Reliable fitness tracking

Very slim profile

A good value

Cons

Sleep detail lacking

Less active community

Whether you already have an active lifestyle or you’re looking to start one to meet new fitness goals, accountabi­lity and reinforcem­ent of good habits are essential for keeping it up. A fitness tracker counts steps, records workouts, measures sleep, and nudges you to get moving when you’ve been still too long. An investment in one of these wrist-worn devices could make the difference between making the commitment to improving your health and actually doing it.

BEST UPGRADE Fitbit Versa 3

If holistic activity tracking plus useful smartwatch features are what you want, the Versa 3 checks the boxes. Read More

Pros

Automated fitness tracking

Always-on display

Battery life

Cons

Button design

Premium-feature paywall

Usability quirks

FITBIT Fitbit Luxe

The Fitbit Luxe offers a lot in a slim package, but is specs fall short of the less expensive Charge 4. Read More

Pros

Sleek and lightweigh­t

Great mix of health and wellness features

Easy to change wristband

Cons

Small screen

Sleep tracking isn’t always accurate

FITBIT

Fitbit Charge 4

The Fitbit Charge 4 offers the best combinatio­n of features to motivate you to make real lifestyle changes, whether you’re looking to improve your activity level, your sleep habits, or even train for your first 5K. Read More

Pros

Comprehens­ive activity tracking

Easy-to-use companion app

Comfortabl­e to wear

Cons

Unreliable heart rate monitoring

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