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The best Fitbit alternatives (February 2023): Garmin, Apple, Xiaomi, and more

Need to swap out an aging Fitbit? We've got you covered.
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February 20, 2023
Google Pixel Watch
By Google
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Positives
Very smooth performance
Reliable heart rate sensor
Fairly accurate GPS
Negatives
Disappointing battery life
Only available in one size
Missing key health tracking features
The Bottom Line.
The Google Pixel Watch has been a long time coming, and all-in-all, it was worth the wait. It offers one of the smoothest Wear OS experiences currently available with no brand ecosystem-exclusive caveats, plus many of Fitbit's top health and fitness tracking features. That said, there is definitely room for improvement. Its small and minimalist design won't be for everyone and the battery life is painfully short. For Google's first flagship wearable, the Pixel Watch is a solid start and a good Wear OS smartwatch, but it falls short of true greatness.Read full review...
Huawei Band 7
By Huawei
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Positives
Beautiful display
Affordable price point
Tons of workout modes
Accurate tracking
Negatives
Limited availability
Small display for a smartwatch user
The Bottom Line.
Blurring the line between fitness tracker and smartwatch, the Band 7 is a feature-rich wearable. Health and fitness tracking are the goal, delivered in a clean-looking narrow smartwatch form-factor.
Garmin Venu Sq 2
By Garmin
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Positives
Accurate GPS
Useful sleep tracking
Handy Health Snapshot feature
Negatives
Pricier than its predecessor
No altimeter
Music storage costs extra
The Bottom Line.
When it comes to sequels, Garmin rarely disappoints. The Venu Sq 2 brings a brighter display, better sensors, and even longer battery life to a line we already loved. If you are looking for an entry-level Garmin GPS smartwatch, this may be the buy ‚ just be ready to fork over a bit more cash than before.Read full review...
Apple Watch Series 8 (Wi-Fi)
By Apple
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Positives
Excellent Retina display
Premium design and build
Crash detection
Improved sleep tracking
Plenty of watchOS 9 upgrades
Negatives
Battery life still has not improved
No third-party watch faces
The Bottom Line.
Apple's hare still has its lead, but the relaxed approach to improvements is letting Android rivals back into the race.Read full review...
Garmin Venu 2 Plus
By Garmin-Asus
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Positives
Excellent design and build quality
Features rapid charging technology
Accurate fitness and health tracking
Excellent phone call support
Negatives
High price tag
Battery life is a bit below average
Inconsistent heart rate sensor
The Bottom Line.
The Garmin Venu 2 Plus makes a good fitness watch even better, thanks to its on-device calling and voice assistant features. It's not perfect, and it certainly isn't cheap, but the Venu 2 Plus is one of the most well-rounded wearables we've ever used.Read full review...
Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro
By Samsung
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Positives
Long-lasting battery
New adventures features
Reliable heart rate monitoring
Negatives
No skin temperature monitoring at launch
GPX file sharing not applicable to runs
No more rotating bezel
The Bottom Line.
The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is a powerful wearable that refines Samsung's smartwatch formula with a stronger build, longer battery life, and new fitness tracking features, while continuing to deliver a user-friendly interface and a comprehensive app suite. While several exciting new launches on the horizon could challenge the status quo, for now, this is the best Wear OS watch you can buy — just expect to pay a premium for it.Read full review...
Xiaomi Mi Band 7
By Xiaomi
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Positives
Bigger, brighter display
Accurate resting heart rate
Continuous SpO2 monitoring
Negatives
No built-in GPS
No NFC or voice assistant on global model
Inconsistent sleep tracking
The Bottom Line.
With the Mi Band 7, Xiaomi remains a force to be reckoned with in the cheap fitness tracker space.Read full review...
Coros Pace 2
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Positives
three-week battery life
onboard GPS
long battery life
Negatives
hardly any smartwatch features
The Bottom Line.
The Pace 2 packs 30 hours of battery life with GPS switched on, making it a prime candidate for long-distance runners. A heart rate monitor, support for Stryd monitors, and onboard running power metrics complete the offering.

Fitbit might be one of the most popular fitness-tracking companies in the world, but it isn’t the only one out there. Garmin, Samsung, Xiaomi, and many other companies make comparable or even better devices for the money. Here are the best Fitbit alternatives you can buy right now.

Buying the right Fitbit alternative for your needs

Fitbit has the budget-friendly and mid-range health tracker landscape covered quite well. Some Fitbit devices offer big displays and lots of features, while others feature much lower price tags with some freebies thrown in. For this list, we’ve chosen devices that match each Fitbit device’s feature set and price point. Not every pick is a 1:1 alternative — not many other companies offer basic fitness trackers with premium subscription add-ons, for instance.

The best Fitbit alternatives

  • Garmin Venu 2 Plus: The best Fitbit Sense, Sense 2, Fitbit Versa 3, and Versa 4 alternative you can buy, the Garmin Venu 2 Plus offers smartwatch features and a robust fitness tracking suite.
  • Apple Watch Series 8: The best Fitbit smartwatch alternative for iPhone users is the Apple Watch Series 8 thanks to its unparalleled smartwatch features, app support, and tough build.
  • Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro: The best Wear OS option, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is a specifically strong choice for Samsung phone users.
  • Garmin Venu Sq 2: The best Fitbit Charge 5 alternative you can buy, the Garmin Venu Sq 2 has a smartwatch form factor but a feature set similar to that of Fitbit’s top tracker.
  • Xiaomi Mi Band 7: The best Fitbit Inspire 3 alternative you can buy, the Mi Band 7 offers a cheap price point and solid fitness tracking.
  • HUAWEI Band 7: The best Fitbit Luxe alternative, the HUAWEI Band 7 boasts a roomy form factor, lots of sport modes, and superb battery life.
  • Coros Pace 2: The best Fitbit Ionic alternative, the Coros Pace 2 is available at a good price and is one of the best midrange running watches you can find.
  • Google Pixel Watch: Some shoppers will consider the Google Pixel Watch a Fitbit device and others won’t. Nonetheless, this Fitbit/Wear OS mashup is a solid alternative to a conventional Fitbit smartwatch.

Garmin Venu 2 Plus: The best Fitbit Sense, Sense 2, Versa 3, and Versa 4 alternative

An image of the Garmin Venu 2 Plus on a table showing the display and watch face
Jimmy Westenberg / Android Authority

The Garmin Venu 2 was already a stellar alternative to the Fitbit Sense, Sense 2Versa 3, or Versa 4. The Plus model makes an even more compelling argument. In fact, in our Garmin Venu 2 Plus review, we called it the best smartwatch Garmin has ever made. The Plus adds a host of smartwatch features, including on-device calling, voice assistant support, and quick charging.

Features include the useful Health Snapshot tool, which provides an overview of fitness data garnered from the wearable’s host of sensors. This includes heart rate, heart rate variability, blood oxygen levels, respiration rate, and stress. The watch also offers ECG readings via Garmin’s FDA-approved ECG app. Further adding to the Venu 2 Plus’ appeal is onboard music storage, a convenience you don’t get with Fitbit’s latest models. Like its predecessor, the Plus is not cheap, but we feel it’s a huge step in the right direction for Garmin’s smartwatch goals.

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Garmin Venu 2 Plus
Excellent display • Fast charging battery • Phone calls
Phone calls and a voice assistant on your wrist.
The Garmin Venu 2 Plus takes all of the fitness- and health-tracking features of the original Venu 2 and adds the ability to receive phone calls and access your phone's voice assistant.

Pros

  • Excellent design and build quality
  • Rapid charging helps make up for battery woes
  • Clear call quality on the wrist
  • Slow, but useful voice assistant support
  • Accurate fitness and health tracking

Cons

  • High price tag
  • Battery life shorter than Garmin’s claims
  • Heart rate sensor still has issues

Apple Watch Series 8: The best Fitbit alternative for iPhone users

An Apple Watch Series 8 on a user's wrist display their App Library.
Ryan Haines / Android Authority

The Apple Watch Series 8 is the company’s best Apple Watch to date, and, in our opinion, the best smartwatch currently available. It features the same upgraded display and durability specs as the Series 7, plus an S8 chipset and a brand-new temperature sensor. This temperature sensor offers deeper insights into users’ sleep tracking as well as more advanced data for those who menstruate. The Series 8 also utilizes a built-in gyroscope to offer Crash Detection as an added safety measure.

Fortunately, we haven’t put Crash Detection to the test. However, during our Apple Watch Series 8 review, we were able to scope out many of the newest offerings and were particularly impressed with how many new health and fitness features Apple brought to the device via watchOS 9. Among the highlights are medication management, AFib History, sleep stage detection, and advanced training metrics for runners. These tools leverage the Series 8’s reliably accurate GPS and heart rate sensor to offer a powerful tool for athletes, as well as those with health concerns. Add in a virtually unmatched third-party app experience and the Apple Watch is a tough device to beat.

Battery life on the Apple Watch still leaves a lot to be desired, however, Apple did add a low-power mode this year to help users mitigate the limitation. All-in-all it remains the best Fitbit alternative if you’re invested in the Apple ecosystem. You can connect a Fitbit to an iPhone, but it’s no comparison to the connected features iOS users get with the Apple Watch.

Apple Watch Series 8 (Wi-Fi)Apple Watch Series 8 (Wi-Fi)
Apple Watch Series 8 (Wi-Fi)
Excellent Retina display • Premium design and build • Advanced health tracking sensors
A very powerful device for anyone inside Apple's walled garden
The Apple Watch Series 8 with Wi-Fi connectivity features advanced fitness and health tracking tools, including a temperature sensor to monitor body variations and better insights into women's cycles. The device also features a thick front crystal over its display for improved durability. Additional highlights include Crash Detection, Low Power Mode, and extensive third-party app support.

Pros

  • Excellent Retina display
  • Premium design and build
  • Advanced health-tracking sensors
  • Crash detection
  • Improved sleep tracking
  • Plenty of watchOS 9 upgrades

Cons

  • Battery life still hasn’t improved
  • No third-party watch faces

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro: The best Wear OS Fitbit alternative

A Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro displays a customizable, endangered animal watch face.
Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is the top Fitbit alternative for those in the market for a Wear OS watch. Most importantly, it offers the best of the Galaxy Watch 4 series but adds some important upgrades. Chief among these are a more durable build, improved battery life, and faster charging. During our Galaxy Watch 5 Pro review we found the upgrades bring welcome refinement to the Galaxy Watch line.

Like Fitbit’s top smartwatches, this device is best suited for sporty users. It offers plenty of features, including everything from health and activity tracking to smart notifications and customization, plus Google Assistant. It also boasts an improved heart rate sensor and other useful metrics. Compared to its predecessor, the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro also offers more assurances for outdoor adventuring. These include a titanium case and Sapphire glass. We were also particularly pleased to see the navigation tools added for hikers and cyclists.

On the other hand, some of the best features are reserved for Samsung phone users only. It’s also quite pricey. If you want to save some cash, the base model Galaxy Watch 5 is a great option without sacrificing too many features.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 ProSamsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro
Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro
Up to 2 days battery life • Advanced sleep tracker • Fast Charging
Samsung's first adventure watch is a winner
Building on the Galaxy Watch 5's base with a much hardier body, Galaxy Watch 5 Pro also features multiple health and fitness tracking tools, a bigger battery, and a better navigation system. All these improvements make for a great all-round smartwatch whether you're in the boardroom or out on the trail.

Pros

  • Durable, premium build, and D-buckle clasp
  • Improved battery life and faster charging
  • New hiking and navigation features
  • Reliable heart rate monitoring
  • Solid GPS accuracy
  • Rich software and app support

Cons

  • No more rotating bezel
  • GPX file sharing not applicable to runs
  • Expensive

Garmin Venu Sq 2: The best Fitbit Charge 5 alternative

A Garmin Venu Sq 2 on a user's wrist displays the main menu.
Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority

The Fitbit Charge 5 kicks on where the Charge 4 left off, adding a better display and a few additional sensors. But the new model isn’t short of flaws, including a somewhat high price and weaker battery life than its predecessor. Enter the Garmin Venu Sq 2, our pick for the best Fitbit Charge 5 alternative.

The Garmin Venu Sq 2 offers a simple, lightweight build, impressive fitness features, and a decent price point. Sure, it doesn’t quite have the slim tracker aesthetic of the Charge line, but the smartwatch form factor is arguably more practical. Plus, the latest generation features a bright, beautiful AMOLED display. You can even get music storage for offline listening if you pay extra for the Venu Sq 2 Music edition (which we highly recommend).

The Garmin Venu Sq 2 may be one of Garmin’s most affordable devices but it’s still a feature-packed wearable with a lot to like. In addition to an accurate GPS and improved heart rate sensor, the Venu Sq 2 offers some of the company’s top tools including Body Battery and Health Snapshot. It also features reliable sleep tracking and a daily sleep score. While reviewing the device, we were pleased to see the aesthetic upgrades to the Venu Sq line help elevate this watch to an everyday accessory. Plus, with great battery life, there isn’t much reason to take it off.

Garmin Venu Sq 2Garmin Venu Sq 2
Garmin Venu Sq 2
Updated heart rate sensor • Data downloadable • Bright and colorful display
A brighter display meets newer sensors
The Venu Sq 2 smartwatch lands with a brighter display fitted to its now customary square body. It boasts an extensive array of health analysis, from Garmin's Body Battery to detailed sleep tracking. The data collected is downloadable, and it offers connective features with external captors.

Pros

  • Bright, colorful AMOLED display
  • Very impressive battery life
  • Improved heart rate accuracy
  • Accurate GPS
  • Useful sleep tracking
  • Handy Health Snapshot feature

Cons

  • Pricier than its predecessor
  • No altimeter
  • Music storage costs extra
  • Limited smartwatch features
  • No audible alerts

Xiaomi Mi Band 7: The best Fitbit Inspire 3 alternative

A Xiaomi Mi Band 7 in black rests on a mint yoga mat.
Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority

Xiaomi’s fitness trackers come with lots of features and a low price point, making the Mi Band 7 the perfect Fitbit Inspire 3 alternative. The Mi Band 7 offers a larger, higher-res screen than its predecessor, plus more fitness tracking modes and accurate heart rate readings.

We were particularly impressed with the device’s battery life during our Xiaomi Mi Band 7 review, though it takes a hit when you begin turning on the tracker’s more advanced features. These features include an always-on display and continuous SpO2 monitoring. Both of these are optional features, however, so you can stretch the life of your band by disabling them if needed.

Unfortunately, you won’t find built-in GPS or NFC support on this device. If GPS is a priority, we recommend the Xiaomi Mi Band 7 Pro. The slightly pricier model adds a few key features and an expanded display. If you can do connected GPS and you’re looking for a cheap Fitbit Inspire 3 alternative, look no further than the Mi Band 7.

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Xiaomi Mi Band 7
Bigger, brighter display • Accurate resting heart rate • Continuous SpO2 monitoring
A budget band that delivers more than it's price tag might suggest
A long battery life, bright always-on display, and impressive health and activity tracking smarts make this affordable tracker a great pick for anyone on a budget. Xiaomi's Mi Band 7 delivers more than 100 sport modes, plus continuous SpO2 monitoring. You can even personalize your device with tons of animated watch faces.

Pros

  • Bigger, brighter display
  • Accurate resting heart rate
  • Continuous SpO2 monitoring
  • Comically huge number of sport modes
  • Fun new band colors
  • Slightly more expensive, still amazing value

Cons

  • No built-in GPS
  • No NFC or voice assistant on global model
  • Inconsistent sleep tracking
  • Confusing app situation

HUAWEI Band 7: The best Fitbit Luxe alternative

HUAWEI Band 7
Huawei

The Fitbit Luxe is a stylish fitness tracker for those who prefer aesthetics and accessories over a robust feature set. You can have the best of both worlds with the HUAWEI Band 7, our pick for the best Fitbit Luxe alternative.

Huawei won us over after our Huawei Band 6 review. The Band 7 brings even more to the wrist without skyrocketing in price. The large, roomy display is easy to read outdoors, and we had no issues navigating around the interface. Other notable features include 10-day battery life, nearly 100 workout modes, all-day SpO2 monitoring, and more. It is also water resistant up to 50 meters.

The HUAWEI Band 7 is currently available for less than $70 from third-party retailers, including Amazon. You can grab the device in black, green, pink, and red.

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Huawei Band 7
Affordable price point • AMOLED display • Solid tracking suite
An attractive tracker at an incredibly low price
The Huawei Band 7 offers the full gamut of basic fitness tracking plus blood oxygen readings, heart rate tracking, and sleep monitoring. It's a thin, light fitness tracker with an impressive display for such a low cost.

Coros Pace 2: The best Fitbit Ionic alternative

The Fitbit Ionic is growing long in the tooth at this point. While it’s still a capable fitness watch, newer Fitbits have been launching with better features and streamlined hardware. If you’re looking to replace your Ionic and don’t want to drop $500, consider the Coros Pace 2. This running watch is just $200, but you wouldn’t guess that by its feature set. It sports a nearly three-week battery life, onboard GPS, as well as running power metrics that frankly aren’t usually found at this price point.


Google Pixel Watch: The best alternative to a conventional Fitbit

Google Pixel Watch Fitbit Active Zone Minutes
Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority
Google Pixel Watch

Google’s first-ever smartwatch is officially here and to be honest, its place in the market isn’t totally clear cut. In a lot of ways, the device is technically a Fitbit with key apps and features from the Fitbit ecosystem. In fact, it’s even sold on Fitbit’s website. On the other hand, the Google Pixel Watch runs the company’s powerful Wear OS and offers tons more smartwatch features than your typical tracker. Regardless of how you personally categorize the device, it is certainly not a conventional pick from Fitbit’s stable.

For anyone who wants a combination of Fitbit and Wear OS features, the Google Pixel watch is your best (and only) option. The watch offers a modern, minimalist aesthetic housing the smoothest Wear OS user experience we’ve tested to date. Thorough Fitbit integration means the Pixel Watch boasts plenty of health and fitness features, plus reliable sleep tracking. Meanwhile, Google’s toolbox stars in rounding out the device including baked-in Google Assistant, Google Maps, Google Wallet, and the Google Home app. For everything else, the Google Play Store provides easy access to third-party apps.

All that said, our Pixel Watch review left us feeling that this is certainly a first-generation device with plenty of room for improvement. Battery life on the Pixel Watch is dismal compared to dedicated Fitbit devices and not everything from the wellness company can be found on board. If you aren’t in a rush to buy, it may be worth waiting for a future model.

Google Pixel WatchGoogle Pixel Watch
Google Pixel Watch
Voice-to-text assistance • Play Store integrated • Wear OS
The Pixel Watch is the first wearable with the Big G.
The Google Pixel Watch is a Wear OS-powered wearable that's aiming to be the smartwatch for everyone. It has a robust app library, plenty of Fitbit-based health-tracking features, and a classy design.

Pros

  • Sleek, modern design
  • Access to (most of) the Fitbit ecosystem
  • Clean, Google-centric Wear OS experience
  • Very smooth performance
  • Reliable heart rate sensor
  • Fairly accurate GPS

Cons

  • Disappointing battery life
  • Only available in one size
  • Missing key health tracking features
  • No automatic workout detection
  • Awkward to change bands

FAQs

Fitbit offers a very user-friendly ecosystem great for tracking daily activity, basic health stats, and detailed sleep data. In general, casual usuals are more likely to gravitate towards Fitbit, while fitness enthusiasts interested in advanced features will find more depth in Garmin’s lineup. Read our full Fitbit vs Garmin comparison guide to find out more.

We have a dedicated guide for that as well! For an in-depth analysis read Fitbit vs Apple Watch: Which ecosystem is right for you? At a glance, Fitbit focuses more on fitness while Apple offers a well-rounded companion device to users’ iPhones. That being said, both companies have made great strides (Fitbit in adding more smartwatch features and Apple in nailing fitness tracking).

Fitbit Premium is the company’s subscription service that provides users with additional data, guided workouts, and personalized health and wellness insights. Fitbit Premium costs $9.99 a month, however, users can test-run the service with a free 90-day trial.

Fitbit’s Ace 3 is a great option for introducing young kids to fitness tracking, but it’s not the only option. Garmin’s Vivofit Jr 3 is highly customizable. For older kids, Apple Watches (including the budget option Apple Watch SE) can be used in Family Setup mode. These are just two examples of kid-friendly devices, but there are plenty more Fitbit alternatives for kids available.