Are you getting a Fitbit for yourself to kick-start your New Year's resolutions? We love how these trackers all encourage you to move more — but they're all so different! Decide which features you need for your type of workouts and activity level (and preference for data). Do you need all the bells and whistles, or are you just looking for simple step and activity tracking?
We break down the major features, what each model does and doesn't have, and the price point so you can decide which one is for you (or whoever you're shopping for!).
In sum: the fully-loaded Fitbit
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Price: $250
Best for: The serious athlete and data junkie; someone who loves running, cycling, weightlifting, and more and who doesn't mind the distinct look of a fitness tracker (no bells, whistles, or Vera Wang collaborations needed).
In sum: the fitness smartwatch
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Price: $200 to $230
Best for: The fitness enthusiast who likes the idea and look of an Apple Watch or smartwatch but needs something more exercise-focused.
In sum: the sleekest heart rate monitor
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Price: $150 to $180
Best for: The versatile fitness addict who cares as much about style as she does about improving her workouts. A sleek way for her to get her stats without a bulky tracker, and she can wear it every day.
In sum: the beautiful step tracker
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Price: $130 to $150
Best for: The general fitness enthusiast or newbie who wants a little bit of data but doesn't need the intricate heart rate zone graphs, someone who loves workouts but not running, and anyone with a New Year's resolution to move more.
In sum: the basic Fitbit, the everyday band
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Price: $100
Best for: The newbie, the minimalist, and anyone looking for the essentials (who doesn't need or want a watch).
In sum: the one that's not a watch or wristband
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Price: $100
Best for: Someone who wants nothing on their wrist yet yearns for a pedometer and sleep tracker.
In sum: the pedometer that may or may not be a Tamagotchi
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Price: $60
Best for: Someone who wants a grown-up Tamagotchi that tells them how many calories burned and how much they've stepped.