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  • Avg. price: ~£20
  • Form factor: modular
  • Battery life: 180 days
  • Screen size: N/A inch

Fitbug Orb review. Compare 171 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among fitness trackers and if it is worth buying.

6.7

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the fitness tracker's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best fitness trackers on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

6.7

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Good
6.7

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the fitness tracker's technical performance, covering eight key areas: health tracking, sports features, connectivity, display, battery, smart features, design, and app support.

When it matters: When you want to compare fitness trackers based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

20.0%

7.4

Sports & Navigation

20.0%

9.3

Battery

18.0%

5.4

Health

18.0%

4.0

Display

8.0%

3.6

Smart Features

8.0%

8.8

App & Wellness

4.0%

8.6

Connectivity

4.0%

8.0

Design & Durability

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the fitness tracker.

When it matters: When you want to know how a fitness tracker performs in daily use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 7.2
    Swimming

    Score components:

    28.0%

    9.0

    ATM rating

    24.0%

    4.0

    Open-water swim mode

    18.0%

    9.0

    Waterproof depth rating

    15.0%

    4.0

    GPS

    15.0%

    10

    Battery life

  • 7.5
    Kids

    Score components:

    30.0%

    10

    Battery life

    25.0%

    7.0

    Weight

    20.0%

    9.0

    ATM rating

    15.0%

    0.0

    Screen size

    10.0%

    10

    Price

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Verdict

The Fitbug Orb is a compact, button-sized fitness tracker, roughly 1.2 inches in diameter and 0.5 inches thick, weighing just 0.3 ounces on its own. It utilizes a 3-axis accelerometer to monitor steps, distance, calories burned, and sleep quality 24/7, syncing wirelessly via Bluetooth Smart to iOS and select Android devices. Its primary advantages include an affordable $49.95 price point, high versatility with included wristband, belt clip, and lanyard accessories, and a long-lasting replaceable CR2032 coin cell battery that provides 4–6 months of use without requiring recharging. However, the device lacks a built-in display for real-time progress viewing, is not waterproof, and has been noted for having a buggy mobile application and limited compatibility with newer Android hardware.

Technical Specifications of Fitbug Orb

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the fitness tracker's technical performance, covering eight key areas: health tracking, sports features, connectivity, display, battery, smart features, design, and app support.

When it matters: When you want to compare fitness trackers based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

20.0%

?

Sports & Navigation

20.0%

?

Battery

18.0%

?

Health

18.0%

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Display

8.0%

?

Smart Features

8.0%

?

App & Wellness

4.0%

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Connectivity

4.0%

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Design & Durability

6.7
Fitbug Orb has a technical score of 6.69 points, which is lower than 63.4% of fitness trackers.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the fitness tracker.

When it matters: When you want to know how a fitness tracker performs in daily use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the fitness tracker.
When it matters: When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
1.0
Fitbug Orb has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 58.2% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the fitness tracker's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a fitness tracker with a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.7

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.7
Fitbug Orb has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.7 points, which is lower than 60.1% of products in this category.
Heart rate monitor
What it is: Sensor that measures heart rate in real time.
When it matters: When you care about live heart-rate feedback during training or resting trends outside of workouts.

Importance: HIGH

no
Fitbug Orb does not support heart rate monitoring. 60.3% of fitness trackers support heart rate monitoring.
Resting heart rate
What it is: Measures heart rate while resting.
When it matters: When deeper insight into sleep quality, recovery, or overall readiness matters more than raw numbers alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Fitbug Orb does not support Resting heart rate. 48.5% of fitness trackers support Resting heart rate.
Fast/slow heart rate alerts
What it is: Alerts for heart rates that are too fast or too slow.
When it matters: When you want the tracker to warn you about unusual changes instead of only logging them.

Importance: LOW

no
Fitbug Orb does not support high and low heart rate alerts. 33.7% of fitness trackers support high and low heart rate alerts.
Irregular heart rate alerts
What it is: Warns of irregular or abnormal heart rhythms.
When it matters: When you want the tracker to warn you about unusual changes instead of only logging them.

Importance: LOW

no
Fitbug Orb does not support irregular heart rate alerts. 11.5% of fitness trackers support irregular heart rate alerts.
Blood oxygen sensor
What it is: Sensor that measures blood oxygen saturation.
When it matters: When blood oxygen readings are part of the health picture you want from the device instead of relying on heart rate and step count alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Fitbug Orb does not have a blood oxygen sensor. 26.1% of fitness trackers have a blood oxygen sensor.
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GPS
What it is: Satellite navigation capability for positioning and tracking.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want pace, distance, and route tracking without depending completely on your phone.

Importance: LOW

no
Fitbug Orb does not have GPS. 11% of fitness trackers have GPS.
Satellite systems supported
What it is: States which satellite navigation systems the device can use for positioning.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

no
Fitbug Orb supports no satellite systems which is less versatile than that of 12.2% of fitness trackers and the same as that of 87.8% of fitness trackers.
GNSS bands supported
What it is: Number and type of GNSS frequency bands supported.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

no
Fitbug Orb does not support advanced GNSS bands. 8.9% of fitness trackers support advanced GNSS bands.
Galileo support
What it is: Supports Galileo satellite system.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

no
Fitbug Orb does not support Galileo. 4.9% of fitness trackers support Galileo.
Acquires GPS faster
What it is: Shows whether the tracker includes features that help it lock onto satellite positioning more quickly at the start of an outdoor activity.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

no
Fitbug Orb does not support faster GPS acquisition. 7.2% of fitness trackers support faster GPS acquisition.
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Notifications
What it is: Delivers smartphone notifications on the watch.
When it matters: When getting calls, messages, and app alerts on your wrist saves you from checking your phone constantly.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Fitbug Orb does not support notifications. 73% of fitness trackers support notifications.
Vibrating alerts
What it is: Provides vibration-based notifications and alerts.
When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

Importance: LOW

no
Fitbug Orb does not support vibration alerts. 84.2% of fitness trackers support vibration alerts.
Call control
What it is: Allows control of phone calls from the device.
When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

Importance: LOW

no
Fitbug Orb does not support call controls. 41.1% of fitness trackers support call controls.
Call answering
What it is: Allows answering calls directly from the device.
When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

Importance: LOW

no
Fitbug Orb does not support call answering. 1% of fitness trackers support call answering.
Calendar sync
What it is: Syncs calendar events with the connected device.
When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

Importance: LOW

no
Fitbug Orb does not support calendar sync. 19.9% of fitness trackers support calendar sync.
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Activity reports
What it is: Generates summaries and insights from activity data.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

yes
Fitbug Orb supports activity reports. 5.7% of fitness trackers support activity reports.
Goal setting
What it is: Allows setting personal fitness or activity goals.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

yes
Fitbug Orb supports goal setting. 2.4% of fitness trackers support goal setting.
Achievements
What it is: Rewards progress and completed milestones.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

yes
Fitbug Orb supports achievements. 24.3% of fitness trackers support achievements.
Inactivity alerts
What it is: Alerts when the user has been inactive for too long.
When it matters: When account rules, app costs, exports, or software flexibility affect whether the ecosystem suits you long term.

Importance: LOW

no
Fitbug Orb does not support inactivity alerts. 76.9% of fitness trackers support inactivity alerts.
Coaching
What it is: Provides guided training and workout advice.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

yes
Fitbug Orb supports coaching. 67.5% of fitness trackers support coaching.
KiK digital coach support.
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Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth supported by the device.
When it matters: When wireless stability, pairing quality, and long-term phone compatibility matter more than Bluetooth being a simple checkbox.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=5.0

4.0
Fitbug Orb supports Bluetooth 4.0 which is newer than in 5.1% of fitness trackers and equal to that in 51.5% of fitness trackers.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: States the maximum Bluetooth connection range supported under normal conditions.
When it matters: When compatibility with your phone, computer, accessories, or wireless setup affects how well the tracker fits into your ecosystem.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

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NFC
What it is: Supports near-field communication for contactless features.
When it matters: When compatibility with your phone, computer, accessories, or wireless setup affects how well the tracker fits into your ecosystem.

Importance: LOW

no
Fitbug Orb does not have NFC. 10.1% of fitness trackers have NFC.
Wi-Fi connectivity
What it is: Connects to wireless internet networks.
When it matters: When the tracker should sync, update, or download data directly without always routing everything through the phone.

Importance: LOW

no
Fitbug Orb does not support Wi-Fi. 1.8% of fitness trackers support Wi-Fi.
no Wi-Fi connectivity.
Wi-Fi version
What it is: Version of Wi-Fi standard supported.
When it matters: When compatibility with your phone, computer, accessories, or wireless setup affects how well the tracker fits into your ecosystem.

Importance: LOW

no
Fitbug Orb does not support modern Wi-Fi. 1% of fitness trackers support modern Wi-Fi.
no Wi-Fi support.
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Battery life
What it is: Total time the battery lasts on a full charge.
When it matters: When the tracker needs to last through travel, sleep tracking, long workouts, or several days between charges.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >5 days

180 days
Fitbug Orb offers a battery life of 180 days which is longer than that of 87.6% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 5.9% of fitness trackers.
Some sources mention up to 365 days.
Battery life with GPS on
What it is: Battery duration when GPS tracking is active.
When it matters: When you want fewer charging breaks during travel, longer workouts, sleep tracking, or continuous use.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=8 hours

N/A
Battery life in training mode
What it is: Battery duration during active training sessions.
When it matters: When you want fewer charging breaks during travel, longer workouts, sleep tracking, or continuous use.

Importance: LOW

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Battery life in power-saving mode
What it is: Battery duration when using power-saving mode.
When it matters: When you want fewer charging breaks during travel, longer workouts, sleep tracking, or continuous use.

Importance: LOW

N/A
Battery capacity
What it is: Energy storage capacity of the battery.
When it matters: When you want rough battery context behind the runtime claim instead of trusting the advertised hours alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=100 mAh

225 mAh
Fitbug Orb has a battery capacity of 225 mAh which is higher than that of 85.2% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 8.5% of fitness trackers.
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Display
What it is: Main interface showing information and metrics.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: LOW

no
Fitbug Orb does not have a display. 76.4% of fitness trackers have a display.
Uses indicator lights instead of a full display.
Screen size
What it is: Physical size of the device’s display measured diagonally.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Display type
What it is: Technology used for the screen, such as AMOLED or LCD.
When it matters: When display technology affects contrast, color quality, power efficiency, or how premium the screen feels.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Screen resolution
What it is: Total number of pixels displayed on the screen.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Pixel density
What it is: Number of pixels per inch determining screen sharpness.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=280 ppi

N/A
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Form factor
What it is: Overall physical design and shape.
When it matters: When materials, shape, and build details affect comfort, durability, or how discreet the device feels.

Importance: LOW

modular
Hybrid design
What it is: Combines analog and digital display elements.
When it matters: When materials, shape, and build details affect comfort, durability, or how discreet the device feels.

Importance: LOW

no
Fitbug Orb does not support Hybrid design. 2.4% of fitness trackers support Hybrid design.
Designed for kids
What it is: Indicates whether the fitness tracker is explicitly designed for children, with child-focused sizing, branding, safety limits, or kid-oriented activity features.
When it matters: This matters when you want a tracker that is genuinely child-focused rather than just a smaller adult model.

Importance: LOW

no
Fitbug Orb is not designed for kids. 2.4% of fitness trackers are designed for kids.
No child-specific positioning found.
Replaceable watch band
What it is: Ability to replace the wristband with other styles.
When it matters: When strap comfort, fit, or the ability to swap bands matters for sport, style, or replacement.

Importance: LOW

yes
Fitbug Orb has a replaceable watch band. 24.4% of fitness trackers have a replaceable watch band.
Band width
What it is: Width of the strap where it connects to the watch.
When it matters: When strap comfort, fit, or the ability to swap bands matters for sport, style, or replacement.

Importance: LOW

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Fitbug Orb vs the average fitness tracker

  • 170 days longer battery life
    Fitbug Orb has a higher battery life than the average fitness tracker (180 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.
    Some sources mention up to 365 days.
    What it is: Total time the battery lasts on a full charge.
    When it matters: When the tracker needs to last through travel, sleep tracking, long workouts, or several days between charges.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >5 days

    Fitbug Orb has a higher battery life than the average fitness tracker (180 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.180 days vs 10 days
  • 2.05x larger battery capacity
    Fitbug Orb has a higher battery capacity than the average fitness tracker (225 mAh vs 110 mAh). The average fitness tracker has 110 mAh of battery capacity.
    What it is: Energy storage capacity of the battery.
    When it matters: When you want rough battery context behind the runtime claim instead of trusting the advertised hours alone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=100 mAh

    Fitbug Orb has a higher battery capacity than the average fitness tracker (225 mAh vs 110 mAh). The average fitness tracker has 110 mAh of battery capacity.225 mAh vs 110 mAh
  • Coaching features
    Fitbug Orb supports coaching, while the average fitness tracker does not. 32.8% of fitness trackers support coaching.
    KiK digital coach support.
    What it is: Provides guided training and workout advice.
    When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

    Importance: LOW

    Fitbug Orb supports coaching, while the average fitness tracker does not. 32.8% of fitness trackers support coaching.
  • Windows compatible
    Fitbug Orb is compatible with Windows, while the average fitness tracker is not. 22.3% of fitness trackers are compatible with Windows.
    Optional Bluetooth dongle.
    What it is: Compatible with Windows computers.
    When it matters: When compatibility with your phone, computer, accessories, or wireless setup affects how well the tracker fits into your ecosystem.

    Importance: LOW

    Fitbug Orb is compatible with Windows, while the average fitness tracker is not. 22.3% of fitness trackers are compatible with Windows.
  • Tracks calorie intake
    Fitbug Orb supports calorie intake tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 39.3% of fitness trackers support calorie intake tracking.
    Calorie intake can be logged in the official companion app.
    What it is: Logs daily calorie intake.
    When it matters: When tracking daily habits and body trends beyond workouts matters to your health routine.

    Importance: LOW

    Fitbug Orb supports calorie intake tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 39.3% of fitness trackers support calorie intake tracking.
  • 3.5x cheaper
    Fitbug Orb is cheaper than the average fitness tracker (£20 vs £70).
    Fitbug Orb is cheaper than the average fitness tracker (£20 vs £70).£20 vs £70
  • Available on PC
    Fitbug Orb is available on PC, while the average fitness tracker is not. 16.9% of fitness trackers are available on PC.
    Web dashboard available.
    What it is: Shows whether the companion service can also be used from a desktop or laptop instead of being limited to a phone app.
    When it matters: When you prefer reviewing data, exports, charts, or account settings on a larger screen instead of being locked to a phone app.

    Importance: LOW

    Fitbug Orb is available on PC, while the average fitness tracker is not. 16.9% of fitness trackers are available on PC.
  • Removable battery
    Fitbug Orb has a removable battery, while the average fitness tracker does not. 13.6% of fitness trackers have a removable battery.
    Uses a user-replaceable coin-cell battery.
    What it is: Battery can be physically removed and replaced.
    When it matters: When charging speed, charging method, or battery upkeep convenience matters to your routine.

    Importance: LOW

    Fitbug Orb has a removable battery, while the average fitness tracker does not. 13.6% of fitness trackers have a removable battery.
  • 170 days longer battery life
    Fitbug Orb has a higher battery life than the average fitness tracker (180 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.
  • 2.05x larger battery capacity
    Fitbug Orb has a higher battery capacity than the average fitness tracker (225 mAh vs 110 mAh). The average fitness tracker has 110 mAh of battery capacity.
  • Removable battery
    Fitbug Orb has a removable battery, while the average fitness tracker does not. 13.6% of fitness trackers have a removable battery.
  • Windows compatible
    Fitbug Orb is compatible with Windows, while the average fitness tracker is not. 22.3% of fitness trackers are compatible with Windows.
  • 1 more physical buttons
    Fitbug Orb has a higher physical buttons than the average fitness tracker (1 vs 0). The average fitness tracker has 0 of physical buttons.
  • Coaching features
    Fitbug Orb supports coaching, while the average fitness tracker does not. 32.8% of fitness trackers support coaching.
  • Tracks calorie intake
    Fitbug Orb supports calorie intake tracking, while the average fitness tracker does not. 39.3% of fitness trackers support calorie intake tracking.
  • Available on PC
    Fitbug Orb is available on PC, while the average fitness tracker is not. 16.9% of fitness trackers are available on PC.

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Overall
Battery
Connectivity
Smart Features
App & Wellness
  • No heart rate monitoring
    Fitbug Orb does not support heart rate monitoring, while the average fitness tracker does. 60% of fitness trackers support heart rate monitoring.
  • No automatic activity detection
    Fitbug Orb does not support automatic activity detection, while the average fitness tracker does. 50.3% of fitness trackers support automatic activity detection.
  • No rechargeable battery
    Fitbug Orb does not have a rechargeable battery, while the average fitness tracker does. 86% of fitness trackers have a rechargeable battery.
    Uses a replaceable non-rechargeable battery.
  • No display
    Fitbug Orb does not have a display, while the average fitness tracker does. 76.1% of fitness trackers have a display.
    Uses indicator lights instead of a full display.
  • No notifications
    Fitbug Orb does not support notifications, while the average fitness tracker does. 72.6% of fitness trackers support notifications.
  • No silent alarm
    Fitbug Orb does not support a silent alarm, while the average fitness tracker does. 80.4% of fitness trackers support a silent alarm.
  • No vibrating alerts
    Fitbug Orb does not support vibration alerts, while the average fitness tracker does. 83.8% of fitness trackers support vibration alerts.
  • No stopwatch
    Fitbug Orb does not have a stopwatch, while the average fitness tracker does. 58.4% of fitness trackers have a stopwatch.
  • 1.7 mm thicker design
    Fitbug Orb is thicker than the average fitness tracker (12.7 mm vs 11 mm). The average fitness tracker has a thickness of 11 mm.
  • 7.7% heavier
    Fitbug Orb is heavier than the average fitness tracker (26.9 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.
  • 3 older release date
    Fitbug Orb was released earlier than the average fitness tracker (2,013 vs 2,016). The average fitness tracker was released in 2,016.
    October 2013
  • No inactivity alerts
    Fitbug Orb does not support inactivity alerts, while the average fitness tracker does. 76.5% of fitness trackers support inactivity alerts.
  • No exercise diary
    Fitbug Orb does not have an exercise diary, while the average fitness tracker does. 91% of fitness trackers have an exercise diary.
  • No heart rate monitoring
    Fitbug Orb does not support heart rate monitoring, while the average fitness tracker does. 60% of fitness trackers support heart rate monitoring.
    What it is: Sensor that measures heart rate in real time.
    When it matters: When you care about live heart-rate feedback during training or resting trends outside of workouts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Fitbug Orb does not support heart rate monitoring, while the average fitness tracker does. 60% of fitness trackers support heart rate monitoring.
  • No automatic activity detection
    Fitbug Orb does not support automatic activity detection, while the average fitness tracker does. 50.3% of fitness trackers support automatic activity detection.
    What it is: Automatically recognizes and records physical activities.
    When it matters: When you want common workouts captured even on days when you forget to start tracking manually.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Fitbug Orb does not support automatic activity detection, while the average fitness tracker does. 50.3% of fitness trackers support automatic activity detection.
  • No notifications
    Fitbug Orb does not support notifications, while the average fitness tracker does. 72.6% of fitness trackers support notifications.
    What it is: Delivers smartphone notifications on the watch.
    When it matters: When getting calls, messages, and app alerts on your wrist saves you from checking your phone constantly.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Fitbug Orb does not support notifications, while the average fitness tracker does. 72.6% of fitness trackers support notifications.
  • No vibrating alerts
    Fitbug Orb does not support vibration alerts, while the average fitness tracker does. 83.8% of fitness trackers support vibration alerts.
    What it is: Provides vibration-based notifications and alerts.
    When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

    Importance: LOW

    Fitbug Orb does not support vibration alerts, while the average fitness tracker does. 83.8% of fitness trackers support vibration alerts.
  • No silent alarm
    Fitbug Orb does not support a silent alarm, while the average fitness tracker does. 80.4% of fitness trackers support a silent alarm.
    What it is: Alarm that vibrates silently instead of sounding.
    When it matters: When you want more discreet or more context-aware alerts than a standard alarm gives you.

    Importance: LOW

    Fitbug Orb does not support a silent alarm, while the average fitness tracker does. 80.4% of fitness trackers support a silent alarm.
  • No inactivity alerts
    Fitbug Orb does not support inactivity alerts, while the average fitness tracker does. 76.5% of fitness trackers support inactivity alerts.
    What it is: Alerts when the user has been inactive for too long.
    When it matters: When account rules, app costs, exports, or software flexibility affect whether the ecosystem suits you long term.

    Importance: LOW

    Fitbug Orb does not support inactivity alerts, while the average fitness tracker does. 76.5% of fitness trackers support inactivity alerts.
  • No exercise diary
    Fitbug Orb does not have an exercise diary, while the average fitness tracker does. 91% of fitness trackers have an exercise diary.
    What it is: Shows whether the app includes a dedicated exercise diary for reviewing workouts and longer-term progress.
    When it matters: When long-term workout review matters and you want an actual training log instead of a simple recent-activity list.

    Importance: LOW

    Fitbug Orb does not have an exercise diary, while the average fitness tracker does. 91% of fitness trackers have an exercise diary.
  • No stopwatch
    Fitbug Orb does not have a stopwatch, while the average fitness tracker does. 58.4% of fitness trackers have a stopwatch.
    What it is: Built-in stopwatch for timing activities.
    When it matters: When buttons, crowns, gestures, or direct controls affect how quickly you can use the device mid-activity.

    Importance: LOW

    Fitbug Orb does not have a stopwatch, while the average fitness tracker does. 58.4% of fitness trackers have a stopwatch.
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Fitbug Orb?

  • Affordable price point (approx. $50), making it much cheaper than competitors like Fitbit or Jawbone
  • Versatile wearing options, including wristband, belt clip, and lanyard
  • Long battery life of up to 6 months using a replaceable CR2032 button cell battery, eliminating the need for weekly charging
  • Compact and lightweight design, roughly the size of a medium button
  • Supports basic tracking of steps, calories, distance, and sleep
  • Provides weekly progress reports and coaching tips via email

What customers dislike about Fitbug Orb?

  • Lacks a built-in display or screen; users must check the mobile app to view stats
  • Complex initial setup and tricky sleep mode activation (requires pressing the button three times)
  • Limited Android device compatibility and occasional wireless syncing issues
  • Not fully waterproof (only splash-proof)
  • Does not track activities like cycling accurately since it is primarily a step-based pedometer
  • Wireless PC syncing requires the separate purchase of a USB dongle

Expert reviews

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cnet.com
06/11/2013
Fitbug Orb review: Affordable, light, but confusing fitness tracking

The Fitbug Orb is a lightweight, 1.1-ounce fitness tracker shaped like a thick disc that monitors daily steps, calculates calories burned, and logs sleep length and quality. Priced affordably at $49.95, it can be worn either as a secure rubber wrist strap or using a bundled clothing clip, and it utilizes a standard watch battery designed to last four to six months. Data syncs...Read more

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newfitnessgadgets.com
20/02/2015
Fitbug Orb Activity Tracker - New Fitness, Health & Sports Gadgets

The Fitbug Orb is an affordable, button-operated activity tracker designed by a UK-based company as a simple alternative to complex fitness watches. Shorter than most watch faces and shaped like a small plastic disc, this toy-like gadget can be worn as a wristband, clipped to clothing, placed in a pocket, or attached to a keychain. It features an internal accelerometer to monitor...Read more

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fullstride.co.uk
21/05/2015
Fitbug Orb - Fitness Tracking Made Easy And Affordable

The Full Stride review portrays the Fitbug Orb as an exceptionally lightweight, unobtrusive, and budget-friendly activity tracker that manages to deliver accurate data without sacrificing essential features. The reviewer notes significant pros, including its capability to efficiently track steps, aerobic movement, calories burned, distance, and detailed sleep patterns. Its...Read more

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mum-friendly.co.uk
17/06/2014
Fitbug Orb - Mum Friendly

The Fitbug Orb review on Mum Friendly highlights it as a motivational, low-maintenance activity tracker priced at £49.95, which includes a one-year membership to the KiK digital coaching platform. The reviewer finds great utility in its versatility, noting that the small, button-sized device can be worn as a watch, attached to a bra or underwear, or used with a belt clip....Read more

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tomsguide.com
20/02/2014
Fitbug Orb Review - Clip-On Fitness Tracker - Tom's Guide

The Fitbug Orb is an entry-level fitness tracker priced at $49, designed for budget-conscious users who want to monitor their daily activity and sleep patterns without a heavy financial investment. Weighing under an ounce, this versatile, button-shaped device can be worn comfortably on the wrist or clipped onto various parts of the body. It tracks basic metrics like total steps,...Read more

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livescience.com
13/12/2013
Fitbug Orb: Fitness Tracker Review - Live Science

Fitbug Orb Review Summary The Fitbug Orb is an affordable, United Kingdom-based fitness tracker priced at $49.95, which earned Live Science's "Best for the Money" title. The coin-cell lithium battery design eliminates the need for bi-weekly recharging, though it requires a manual replacement every four to six months$. A major highlight of the device is its versatile wearability;...Read more

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memeburn.com
12/11/2013
Fitbug Orb: the cute, cheap fitness tracker with serious guts

However, the device has notable limitations regarding its mobile application and ecosystem. Most higher-level functionalities, such as advanced coaching via the Kik system, food logging, and custom goal setting, are confined to the desktop website rather than the mobile app. Data sharing with MyFitnessPal is strictly one-way, meaning the Orb's recorded steps and calories do not...Read more

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