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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£120
  • Avg. price in US: ~$150
  • Form factor: wristband
  • Battery life: 4 days
  • Screen size: ?

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

5.3

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%

5.3

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Good
5.3

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%

5.3

Sports & Navigation

20.0%

4.0

Battery

18.0%

4.9

Health

18.0%

5.5

Display

8.0%

3.6

Smart Features

8.0%

8.0

App & Wellness

4.0%

8.5

Connectivity

4.0%

7.6

Design & Durability

Good
?

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%

?

Popularity

  • 5.9
    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%

    1.5

    Battery life

  • 6.1
    Kids

    Score components:

    30.0%

    1.5

    Battery life

    25.0%

    6.2

    Weight

    20.0%

    9.0

    ATM rating

    15.0%

    9.0

    Screen size

    10.0%

    9.9

    Price

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Verdict

The Nike Fuelband SE is a rigid, water-resistant fitness tracker that utilizes a three-axis accelerometer to monitor movement, steps, and calories, primarily through the proprietary NikeFuel metric. It features a signature 100-dot white LED display for stats and a 20-dot color LED strip to track progress toward daily goals. Notable hardware highlights include an integrated USB 2.0 charging plug hidden in the clasp and Bluetooth 4.0 for seamless wireless syncing with iOS devices. Main advantages include its stylish, robust design, motivational 'Win the Hour' reminders, and a social platform for friendly competition. However, it lacks a heart rate monitor and GPS, offers limited sleep tracking, and has a fixed-shape band that can be uncomfortable during desk work.

Technical Specifications of Nike Fuelband SE

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%

?

Display

8.0%

?

Smart Features

8.0%

?

App & Wellness

4.0%

?

Connectivity

4.0%

?

Design & Durability

5.3
Nike Fuelband SE has a technical score of 5.3 points, which is lower than 97.7% 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
Nike Fuelband SE 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%

5.3

Overall score

40.0%

9.9

Price

6.7
Nike Fuelband SE has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.7 points, which is lower than 97.7% 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
Nike Fuelband SE 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
Nike Fuelband SE 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
Nike Fuelband SE 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
Nike Fuelband SE 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
Nike Fuelband SE 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
Nike Fuelband SE 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
Nike Fuelband SE 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.
no satellite positioning support.
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
Nike Fuelband SE 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
Nike Fuelband SE 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
Nike Fuelband SE 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
Nike Fuelband SE 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
Nike Fuelband SE 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
Nike Fuelband SE 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
Nike Fuelband SE 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
Nike Fuelband SE 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
Nike Fuelband SE 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
Nike Fuelband SE 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
Nike Fuelband SE supports achievements. 24.3% of fitness trackers support achievements.
Includes milestone trophies.
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

yes
Nike Fuelband SE supports inactivity alerts. 23.7% of fitness trackers support inactivity alerts.
Move reminders supported.
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

no
Nike Fuelband SE does not support coaching. 33% of fitness trackers support coaching.
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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
Nike Fuelband SE 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

10 m
Nike Fuelband SE offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m which is higher than that of 14.6% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 69.2% of fitness trackers.
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
Nike Fuelband SE 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

?
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
Nike Fuelband SE 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

4 days
Nike Fuelband SE offers a battery life of 4 days which is shorter than that of 92.1% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 2% of fitness trackers.
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

?
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

60 mAh
Nike Fuelband SE has a battery capacity of 60 mAh which is lower than that of 81% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 2.8% of fitness trackers.
source range 50-70 mAh.
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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

yes
Nike Fuelband SE has a display. 24.1% of fitness trackers have a display.
LED matrix displays alphanumeric progress information.
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

?
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

LED
Nike Fuelband SE uses LED display technology which is less advanced than that of 73.8% of fitness trackers and the same as that of 0.5% of fitness trackers.
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

wristband
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
Nike Fuelband SE 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
Nike Fuelband SE 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

no
Nike Fuelband SE does not have a replaceable watch band. 76.1% 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

15 mm
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Nike Fuelband SE vs the average fitness tracker

  • 0.5 hours shorter charging time
    Nike Fuelband SE has a lower charging time than the average fitness tracker (1 hours vs 1.5 hours). The average fitness tracker needs 1.5 hours to charge.
    What it is: Time required for a full charge.
    When it matters: When short charging windows matter and you do not want the tracker off your wrist for too long.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Nike Fuelband SE has a lower charging time than the average fitness tracker (1 hours vs 1.5 hours). The average fitness tracker needs 1.5 hours to charge.1 hours vs 1.5 hours
  • Ambient light sensor
    Nike Fuelband SE has an ambient light sensor, while the average fitness tracker does not. 15.8% of fitness trackers have an ambient light sensor.
    Auto brightness responds to ambient light.
    What it is: Adjusts brightness according to ambient light.
    When it matters: When visibility changes often between indoor, outdoor, daytime, and low-light conditions.

    Importance: LOW

    Nike Fuelband SE has an ambient light sensor, while the average fitness tracker does not. 15.8% of fitness trackers have an ambient light sensor.
  • Windows compatible
    Nike Fuelband SE is compatible with Windows, while the average fitness tracker is not. 22.3% of fitness trackers are compatible with Windows.
    Via Nike+ Connect.
    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

    Nike Fuelband SE is compatible with Windows, while the average fitness tracker is not. 22.3% of fitness trackers are compatible with Windows.
  • Mac OS X compatible
    Nike Fuelband SE is compatible with Mac OS X, while the average fitness tracker is not. 27.5% of fitness trackers are compatible with Mac OS X.
    Via Nike+ Connect.
    What it is: Compatible with macOS devices.
    When it matters: When compatibility with your phone, computer, accessories, or wireless setup affects how well the tracker fits into your ecosystem.

    Importance: LOW

    Nike Fuelband SE is compatible with Mac OS X, while the average fitness tracker is not. 27.5% of fitness trackers are compatible with Mac OS X.
  • 3 mm thinner design
    Nike Fuelband SE is thinner than the average fitness tracker (8 mm vs 11 mm). The average fitness tracker has a thickness of 11 mm.
    What it is: Total depth of the watch case.
    When it matters: When overall size, thickness, or weight affects comfort during all-day wear, sleep, or exercise.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <10 mm

    Nike Fuelband SE is thinner than the average fitness tracker (8 mm vs 11 mm). The average fitness tracker has a thickness of 11 mm.8 mm vs 11 mm
  • 24.8 mm lower height
    Nike Fuelband SE is shorter than the average fitness tracker (16 mm vs 40.8 mm). The average fitness tracker has a height of 40.8 mm.
    What it is: Vertical measurement of the device body.
    When it matters: When overall size, thickness, or weight affects comfort during all-day wear, sleep, or exercise.

    Importance: LOW

    Nike Fuelband SE is shorter than the average fitness tracker (16 mm vs 40.8 mm). The average fitness tracker has a height of 40.8 mm.16 mm vs 40.8 mm
  • 81.5 more exercise modes
    Nike Fuelband SE has more exercise modes than the average fitness tracker (88 vs 6.5). The average fitness tracker offers 6.5 exercise modes.
    What it is: Total number of exercise types supported.
    When it matters: When you want the tracker to capture more workouts and training details with less manual effort.

    Importance: LOW

    Nike Fuelband SE has more exercise modes than the average fitness tracker (88 vs 6.5). The average fitness tracker offers 6.5 exercise modes.88 vs 6.5
  • Points-based system
    Nike Fuelband SE supports a points-based system, while the average fitness tracker does not. 39.1% of fitness trackers support a points-based system.
    Uses NikeFuel.
    What it is: Uses a points system for motivation.
    When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

    Importance: LOW

    Nike Fuelband SE supports a points-based system, while the average fitness tracker does not. 39.1% of fitness trackers support a points-based system.
  • 81.5 more exercise modes
    Nike Fuelband SE has more exercise modes than the average fitness tracker (88 vs 6.5). The average fitness tracker offers 6.5 exercise modes.
  • 0.5 hours shorter charging time
    Nike Fuelband SE has a lower charging time than the average fitness tracker (1 hours vs 1.5 hours). The average fitness tracker needs 1.5 hours to charge.
  • Ambient light sensor
    Nike Fuelband SE has an ambient light sensor, while the average fitness tracker does not. 15.8% of fitness trackers have an ambient light sensor.
  • Windows compatible
    Nike Fuelband SE is compatible with Windows, while the average fitness tracker is not. 22.3% of fitness trackers are compatible with Windows.
  • Mac OS X compatible
    Nike Fuelband SE is compatible with Mac OS X, while the average fitness tracker is not. 27.5% of fitness trackers are compatible with Mac OS X.
  • 1 more physical buttons
    Nike Fuelband SE has a higher physical buttons than the average fitness tracker (1 vs 0). The average fitness tracker has 0 of physical buttons.
  • 3 mm thinner design
    Nike Fuelband SE is thinner than the average fitness tracker (8 mm vs 11 mm). The average fitness tracker has a thickness of 11 mm.
  • 24.8 mm lower height
    Nike Fuelband SE is shorter than the average fitness tracker (16 mm vs 40.8 mm). The average fitness tracker has a height of 40.8 mm.
  • Points-based system
    Nike Fuelband SE supports a points-based system, while the average fitness tracker does not. 39.1% of fitness trackers support a points-based system.

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Sports & Navigation
Battery
Display
Connectivity
Smart Features
Design & Durability
App & Wellness
  • No heart rate monitoring
    Nike Fuelband SE does not support heart rate monitoring, while the average fitness tracker does. 60% of fitness trackers support heart rate monitoring.
  • No sleep reports
    Nike Fuelband SE does not support sleep reports, while the average fitness tracker does. 84.8% of fitness trackers support sleep reports.
  • No automatic activity detection
    Nike Fuelband SE does not support automatic activity detection, while the average fitness tracker does. 50.3% of fitness trackers support automatic activity detection.
  • No pace measurement
    Nike Fuelband SE does not support pace measurement, while the average fitness tracker does. 61.3% of fitness trackers support pace measurement.
  • No distance tracking
    Nike Fuelband SE does not support distance tracking, while the average fitness tracker does. 95.3% of fitness trackers support distance tracking.
  • 6 days shorter battery life
    Nike Fuelband SE has a lower battery life than the average fitness tracker (4 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.
  • 45.5% smaller battery capacity
    Nike Fuelband SE has a lower battery capacity than the average fitness tracker (60 mAh vs 110 mAh). The average fitness tracker has 110 mAh of battery capacity.
    source range 50-70 mAh.
  • No notifications
    Nike Fuelband SE does not support notifications, while the average fitness tracker does. 72.6% of fitness trackers support notifications.
  • No silent alarm
    Nike Fuelband SE does not support a silent alarm, while the average fitness tracker does. 80.4% of fitness trackers support a silent alarm.
  • No vibrating alerts
    Nike Fuelband SE does not support vibration alerts, while the average fitness tracker does. 83.8% of fitness trackers support vibration alerts.
  • No stopwatch
    Nike Fuelband SE does not have a stopwatch, while the average fitness tracker does. 58.4% of fitness trackers have a stopwatch.
  • No replaceable watch band
    Nike Fuelband SE does not have a replaceable watch band, while the average fitness tracker does. 75.7% of fitness trackers have a replaceable watch band.
  • 20% heavier
    Nike Fuelband SE is heavier than the average fitness tracker (30 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.
  • 3 older release date
    Nike Fuelband SE was released earlier than the average fitness tracker (2,013 vs 2,016). The average fitness tracker was released in 2,016.
    November 2013
  • No weight tracking
    Nike Fuelband SE does not support weight tracking, while the average fitness tracker does. 81.3% of fitness trackers support weight tracking.
    Only a static profile weight field is supported, not ongoing weight logs.
  • Not compatible with smart scales
    Nike Fuelband SE is not compatible with smart scales, while the average fitness tracker is. 67% of fitness trackers are compatible with smart scales.
  • No BMI tracking
    Nike Fuelband SE does not support BMI tracking, while the average fitness tracker does. 71% of fitness trackers support BMI tracking.
  • No heart rate monitoring
    Nike Fuelband SE 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

    Nike Fuelband SE does not support heart rate monitoring, while the average fitness tracker does. 60% of fitness trackers support heart rate monitoring.
  • 6 days shorter battery life
    Nike Fuelband SE has a lower battery life than the average fitness tracker (4 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of 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

    Nike Fuelband SE has a lower battery life than the average fitness tracker (4 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.4 days vs 10 days
  • No automatic activity detection
    Nike Fuelband SE 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

    Nike Fuelband SE does not support automatic activity detection, while the average fitness tracker does. 50.3% of fitness trackers support automatic activity detection.
  • No pace measurement
    Nike Fuelband SE does not support pace measurement, while the average fitness tracker does. 61.3% of fitness trackers support pace measurement.
    What it is: Measures running or walking speed.
    When it matters: When you want the tracker to capture more workouts and training details with less manual effort.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Nike Fuelband SE does not support pace measurement, while the average fitness tracker does. 61.3% of fitness trackers support pace measurement.
  • No notifications
    Nike Fuelband SE 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

    Nike Fuelband SE does not support notifications, while the average fitness tracker does. 72.6% of fitness trackers support notifications.
  • No distance tracking
    Nike Fuelband SE does not support distance tracking, while the average fitness tracker does. 95.3% of fitness trackers support distance tracking.
    What it is: Calculates distance covered during exercise.
    When it matters: When you want the tracker to capture more workouts and training details with less manual effort.

    Importance: HIGH

    Nike Fuelband SE does not support distance tracking, while the average fitness tracker does. 95.3% of fitness trackers support distance tracking.
  • No sleep reports
    Nike Fuelband SE does not support sleep reports, while the average fitness tracker does. 84.8% of fitness trackers support sleep reports.
    What it is: Shows whether the companion platform turns sleep data into reports or summaries instead of only raw nightly logs.
    When it matters: When you want sleep data turned into clearer nightly summaries instead of digging through raw charts on your own.

    Importance: LOW

    Nike Fuelband SE does not support sleep reports, while the average fitness tracker does. 84.8% of fitness trackers support sleep reports.
  • 45.5% smaller battery capacity
    Nike Fuelband SE has a lower battery capacity than the average fitness tracker (60 mAh vs 110 mAh). The average fitness tracker has 110 mAh of battery capacity.
    source range 50-70 mAh.
    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

    Nike Fuelband SE has a lower battery capacity than the average fitness tracker (60 mAh vs 110 mAh). The average fitness tracker has 110 mAh of battery capacity.60 mAh vs 110 mAh
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What customers like about Nike Fuelband SE?

  • Sleek and stylish design that blends well with casual clothing
  • Highly motivational 'NikeFuel' points system and 'Win the Hour' reminders
  • Strong social ecosystem for competing with friends and groups
  • Retro-style LED dot-matrix display is easy to read, even in sunlight
  • Integrated USB connector in the strap makes charging convenient without extra cables
  • Supports 'Sessions' to track and tag specific workout activities
  • Improved battery life (typically 4–7 days) and wireless syncing via Bluetooth 4.0

What customers dislike about Nike Fuelband SE?

  • Lacks essential hardware like a heart rate monitor and altimeter for stairs
  • Not waterproof; only water-resistant enough for showers, not for swimming
  • Inaccurate for activities with little wrist movement, such as cycling or weightlifting
  • Can be easily 'cheated' by shaking the arm to gain points
  • Rigid, thick design can be uncomfortable when typing at a desk
  • Limited sleep tracking capabilities compared to competitors
  • No vibration motor for silent alarms or discreet alerts
  • Highly dependent on the Nike ecosystem with limited third-party app support

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expertreviews.co.uk
07/07/2014
Nike Fuelband SE review

The Nike Fuelband SE is a second-generation activity tracker reviewed by Expert Reviews that focuses on measuring daily physical activity through a unique algorithm called Nike Fuel. A major pro highlighted in the review is its brilliant hardware design, which integrates a built-in USB charging plug directly into the wristband clasp so users do not need a proprietary cable....Read more

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techadvisor.com
04/01/2014
Nike FuelBand SE review

The Tech Advisor review of the second-generation Nike+ FuelBand SE characterizes it as a reliable and highly motivational activity tracker, though it ultimately falls short due to several missing upgrades. On the positive side, the hardware stands out for its excellent seven to 10 days of battery life, water-resistant design, and the integration of Bluetooth 4.0, which allows for...Read more

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t3.com
12/12/2013
Nike+ Fuelband SE review

However, the Fuelband SE suffers from several key design and software limitations. It lacks built-in GPS and a heart rate monitor, which forces users to guess their workout intensity and leaves room for tracking inaccuracies. Physically, the band is water-resistant but not completely waterproof, making it unsuitable for swimming. It can also be bulky enough to interfere with typing...Read more

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stuff.tv
11/12/2013
Nike+ FuelBand SE review

The Nike+ FuelBand SE is a second-generation fitness tracker focused heavily on basic activity tracking, gamified rewards, and social competition through its proprietary "NikeFuel" scoring system. On the positive side, the hardware features subtle colorful accents, improved water resistance suitable for daily showers, and upgraded Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity that extends battery life...Read more

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huffingtonpost.co.uk
11/11/2013
Nike Fuelband SE Review: Just Doing It Again

The Nike Fuelband SE is a sleek, user-friendly fitness tracker that refines its predecessor's design with new internal upgrades and vibrant color accents, though its core look remains largely unchanged. Its primary strength lies in its motivational, straightforward approach, seamlessly building into the robust Nike ecosystem without overwhelming users with complex metric analyses....Read more

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engadget.com
27/11/2013
Nike FuelBand SE review: more social features, much longer battery life

Review Overview The Nike FuelBand SE maintains the rugged, bracelet-like design of its predecessor but introduces critical internal upgrades, most notably a Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) radio that extends battery life to roughly a week on a single charge for standard use. Priced at $150, the wearable relies on Nike’s proprietary "Fuel" metric rather than traditional calorie tracking to...Read more

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cnet.com
15/11/2013
Nike+ FuelBand SE review: A better-built fitness band, but not much smarter

The Nike+ FuelBand SE is a well-built, stylish fitness tracker that operates on a proprietary universal points system called NikeFuel to measure and game-ify physical activity. Boasting an ingenious design where the water-resistant rubberized band doubles as a USB charging stick, it features a futuristic LED matrix display alongside a color-coded progress bar that allows users to...Read more

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theguardian.com
12/11/2013
Nike+ FuelBand SE review - the active person's fitness tracker

The Nike+ FuelBand SE is a robust, water-resistant fitness tracker designed to track motion via an upgraded, highly precise accelerometer and convert it into Nike’s universal "Fuel" metric, allowing users of different sports to easily compete with one another. The device features a semi-rigid rubberised band with a hidden LED dot-matrix display, a single control button, and an...Read more

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imore.com
12/03/2018
Nike FuelBand SE review

The Nike FuelBand SE is a durable fitness tracker made of soft silicone and plastic that tracks steps, distance, calories, and unique NikeFuel points directly on its highly visible screen. A major highlight of the device is its heavy-duty clasp, which is significantly sturdier than competing trackers. The companion FuelBand app for iPhone stands out for its exceptional design,...Read more

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gadfit.com
29/12/2013
Nike+ FuelBand SE Review - Fitness Trackers

The Nike+ FuelBand SE (Special Edition) is a durable, water-resistant fitness tracker designed to gamify daily activity using Nike's universal metric, NikeFuel. It features an auto-adjusting LED display that shows progress toward daily goals, acts as a digital watch, and doubles as a built-in USB connector for convenient charging without extra cables. The device effectively...Read more

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livescience.com
15/04/2014
Nike+ FuelBand SE: Fitness Tracker Review

The Live Science review of the Nike+ FuelBand SE awards a 5/10 rating, defining it as a foundational tracker designed to connect users to the Nike+ community, with Pros including a highly legible screen, social motivation, and movement reminders. However, the device suffers from significant cons, specifically a lack of sleep tracking, a non-adjustable strap, and the inability to...Read more

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mixmag.net
11/03/2014
Nike+ Fuelband SE If you are looking for specific technical data from these tests, would you like me to: Compare the battery life reported across thes...

The Mixmag review highlights the Nike+ Fuelband SE as a refined, stylish wearable featuring Bluetooth LE for efficient syncing, enhanced tracking accuracy through the "Sessions" feature, and the motivational "Win The Hour" tool. The device is praised for its design and improved activity tracking tailored for specific workouts. Mixmag However, the review notes drawbacks, including...Read more

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9to5mac.com
21/12/2013
Review: Nike+ FuelBand SE, a smart fitness band that encourages you to move more

However, the reviewer experienced significant drawbacks, including a thick, heavy, and rigid design that does not conform comfortably to the wrist. The device struggles with accuracy; it was off by several thousand calories and hundreds of steps compared to competitors, and its data can be easily manipulated or "cheated" simply by shaking the wrist. Furthermore, the sleep-tracking...Read more

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appleinsider.com
20/11/2013
Review: Nike+ FuelBand SE

The Nike+ FuelBand SE is a mature fitness tracker designed as a rigid, rubberized bracelet that monitors user movement and "gamifies" daily exercise by converting activity into arbitrary "Nike Fuel" points. It features a highly readable display consisting of 100 white LEDs and 20 multi-colored status LEDs equipped with an ambient light sensor that automatically handles sunlight...Read more

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gizmodo.com
20/11/2013
Nike FuelBand SE Review: More Style Than Smarts

The Nike FuelBand SE is a sleek, stylish fitness tracker that monitors daily movement through Nike’s proprietary "fuel points" metric, though it struggles to offer deep, meaningful insights. Priced at $150, the bracelet features an upgraded Bluetooth 4.0 connection that extends battery life to roughly 10 days on a single charge and introduces improved water resistance alongside new...Read more

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theverge.com
14/02/2014
Stay fit: Jawbone Up24 and Nike+ FuelBand SE review

The Jawbone Up24 is highlighted for its comfortable coil design, long 7-to-10-day battery life, and superior, passive data tracking for sleep and movement. While it introduces convenient Bluetooth syncing, its primary drawbacks are the lack of a screen and sometimes slow, buggy Bluetooth pairing. Conversely, the Nike+ FuelBand SE excels in hardware with a durable, premium design and...Read more

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trustedreviews.com
25/12/2013
Nike Fuelband SE Review

The Nike FuelBand SE refined the original wearable with Bluetooth 4.0 for improved syncing, a more durable, water-resistant design, and the "Sessions" feature for tracking specific workouts. It retains a comfortable, lightweight bracelet form factor with an ambient light sensor, focusing on step tracking, calorie counting, and Nike's proprietary Fuel points to drive user motivation....Read more

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pcmag.com
20/06/2014
Nike+ FuelBand SE Review

The Nike+ FuelBand SE ($149) is a stylish, durable, and comfortable fitness tracker featuring a bright, auto-adjusting LED display and seamless Bluetooth 4.0 syncing for displaying time, steps, calories, and "Fuel" metrics. It improves on previous models with a "Sessions" feature for manual activity tracking and offers improved social features, such as group leaderboards, while...Read more

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pocket-lint.com
15/11/2013
Nike+ FuelBand SE review

Executive Summary However, the device has notable drawbacks, particularly its high price compared to market alternatives and its heavy reliance on the iOS ecosystem, making an iPhone mandatory to fully utilise its data and notifications. It lacks a physical vibration motor, meaning users must rely on screen flashes or phone alerts to stay updated on their hourly goals. Furthermore,...Read more

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coachweb.com
09/11/2014
Nike+ FuelBand SE review PCMag

Overview and Key Features Pros and Cons Pros: Beautiful and comfortable design. Pros: Built-in USB plug eliminates the need for proprietary charging cables. Pros: Integrated display allows users to check stats and the time without a phone. Pros: Motivational ecosystem packed with trophies and community features. Pros: Improved 5-to-6-day battery life. Cons: Sits at the expensive end...Read more

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coolhunting.com
21/11/2013
Nike FuelBand SE

The Nike FuelBand SE serves as a "gamified" activity tracker that utilizes Nike's proprietary abstract "fuel points" system to motivate user movement rather than just tracking traditional metrics like calories or steps. In terms of pros, the second-generation wearable introduces significantly improved durability and water resistance, making it perfectly safe for daily tasks like...Read more

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vancouverscape.com
31/12/2014
Test-Driving the Nike FuelBand SE

The Vancouverscape review highlights the Nike FuelBand SE as a sleek, water-resistant fitness wearable optimized to track power walks and daily activity levels through a proprietary metric called NikeFuel. Priced at US/CDN $99, the device features a bright 120-LED display with an automatic ambient light sensor, Bluetooth 4.0 for seamless smartphone syncing, and a built-in USB...Read more

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uk.pcmag.com
20/06/2014
Nike+ FuelBand SE Review

However, the device is held back by its relatively high $149 price tag and a distinct lack of advanced biometric tracking compared to competitors like the Fitbit One or Basis Carbon Steel. It does not monitor heart rate, sleep, skin temperature, distance traveled, or stairs climbed. Furthermore, step-counting accuracy was found to be notably low during track testing, the companion...Read more

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chip.de
21/08/2014
Nike Fuelband SE (Fitness Tracker) Review - CHIP

The Nike Fuelband SE is a second-generation fitness tracker that stands out for its high motivational factor and excellent companion software, though it falls short in physical comfort and battery life. On the positive side, it features a highly capable, cross-platform smartphone app (iOS and Android) and desktop software that seamlessly track activities through "Nike+ Sessions,"...Read more

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welt.de
29/03/2014
These Fitness Bands Motivate You to Move More

This 2014 review by Computer Bild evaluates six fitness trackers—including models from Polar, Fitbit, Jawbone, Nike, and Misfit—focusing heavily on how their motivational software pushes users to stay active. The review highlights that while these wristbands are not precise clinical instruments, they excel far better at motivating people to move than spouses or doctors. A major...Read more

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hardwareluxx.de
03/04/2014
Fitbit Flex and Nike Fuelband Review - Hardwareluxx

The Fitbit Flex is a lightweight fitness tracker designed to monitor daily physical activity using motion sensors and Bluetooth connectivity, rather than recording direct health metrics like heart rate or blood oxygen levels. The device features a flexible 14mm-wide rubber wristband and includes two different band sizes in the box to accommodate varying wrist circumferences. Instead...Read more

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pocketnavigation.de
10/10/2014
Eight fitness tracker wristbands under test

summary of the fitness tracker comparison review: The article provides a comprehensive comparison of eight fitness trackers from 2014–2015, highlighting how manufacturers targeted vastly different user groups. The overall testsieger (test winner) is the Garmin Vivofit, which achieved a score of 53/100 (grade 2.42) due to its exceptional one-year battery life powered by disposable...Read more

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chip.de
15/11/2013
Nike+ Fuelband SE - Field Test (Video)

The Nike+ Fuelband SE is an incremental second-generation update to Nike's signature fitness tracker, retailing at 139 Euros. According to the hands-on review from CHIP, the device excels as an eye-catching, highly motivational gadget that features an integrated LED display to track steps, calories, and Nike's proprietary activity metric, "NikeFuel". The review highlights its high...Read more

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welt.de
25/03/2014
Test: These fitness trackers help you live a healthier life

The reviewed fitness trackers show a clear trade-off between design appeal and data accuracy. The top-rated Polar Loop stands out for its high performance in tracking physical activity levels, sleep quality, and estimating calorie expenditure, making it highly functional for hobby athletes despite its overly technical app design and omission of nutrition tracking. In contrast, the...Read more

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luxify.de
28/04/2014
Review: Jawbone Up vs. Nike+ Fuelband SE - Luxify", "Comparison: Jawbone Up vs. Nike+ Fuelband SE - Luxify

The Luxify review finds no clear winner between the Nike+ Fuelband SE and Jawbone UP, noting they serve different needs, with the Fuelband acting as a motivational, display-driven tool and the UP offering a more comfortable, holistic health approach. While the Fuelband excels in immediate feedback but lacks comfort, the UP provides superior, comprehensive tracking—including sleep...Read more

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madmoizelle.com
16/10/2013
The Nike+ Fuelband SE: The fitness tracker that measures your physical activity

The Nike+ FuelBand SE is a futuristic fitness tracking wristband made of matte silicone that tracks daily physical activity through a unique, universal metric called "NikeFuel," alongside steps and estimated calories burned. A key highlight of the device is its striking LED display that serves as a watch and visually transitions from red to green as users approach their customizable...Read more

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annedubndidu.com
18/12/2013
Moving with the Nike+ FuelBand SE #56 - Anne&Dubndidu", "Get Moving with the Nike+ FuelBand SE #56 - Anne&Dubndidu

This review by Anne from the Anne & Dubndidu blog provides a comprehensive, personal analysis of the Nike+ FuelBand SE activity tracker. The device primarily operates on a unique "Fuel" point system that measures overall body movements across various activities like shopping, running, or dancing. Anne praises the tracker for its immense motivational value, highlighting features like...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
08/11/2013
24 hours with the Nike+ FuelBand SE - Les Numériques

The Nike+ FuelBand SE is a robust and highly engaging fitness tracker designed around Nike’s unique proprietary tracking metric, "Fuel". Setting up the device is very straightforward for iOS users, who benefit from a clear, colorful, and highly social app interface that allows them to start sports sessions, track daily progress, and share activity data with friends. The physical...Read more

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igen.fr
07/04/2014
Review of the Nike+ FuelBand SE - iGeneration", "Nike+ FuelBand SE Review - iGeneration

The iGen.fr review highlights the Nike+ FuelBand SE as a refined tracker featuring Bluetooth 4.0 for seamless iOS syncing, improved water resistance, and the "Win the Hour" motivation feature. Key improvements include updated sensors that better isolate active "Sessions" and make it harder to falsify movement data. YouTube · However, limitations include a strict iOS-only ecosystem,...Read more

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commeuncamion.com
30/11/2013
Nike Fuelband Bracelet: Review and Opinion - Comme un camion

A Comme un Camion review of the Nike FuelBand highlights the tracker's comfortable, lightweight design and accurate pedometer, alongside effective gamification for motivation. While the iOS app and Bluetooth sync worked well, the reviewer found the device bulky for office work and noted its inability to track stationary activities like push-ups. The evaluation further indicates that...Read more

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sportbuzzbusiness.fr
30/10/2013
We tested the new Nike FuelBand SE smart band - SportBuzzBusiness

The Nike FuelBand SE is a fitness tracker that prioritizes gamification, social interaction, and an expanded activity catalog to appeal to a broad audience of daily movers rather than just elite runners. A key strength highlighted in the review is its improved internal algorithm, which tracks "Fuel" points more accurately by dynamically adjusting rewards based on the specific...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
14/12/2013
Nike+ FuelBand SE review: tracking activity from your wrist

The Nike+ FuelBand SE is a fun, highly motivational activity tracker tailored for fitness enthusiasts who value community and social emulation. Priced at 139 euros at launch, this premium bracelet tracks daily steps, calories burned, and time active, converting them into Nike’s proprietary metric called "Nike Fuel". It stands out with a visually striking interface across web...Read more

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doctissimo.fr
04/10/2018
Nike+ FuelBand SE Smart Bracelet - Doctissimo

The Doctissimo review describes the Nike+ Fuel Band SE (229 euros) as a sleek, high-tech fitness tracker featuring a 100-LED display and a color-coded gauge to monitor daily steps, calories, and "Fuel Points". It is praised for being a motivating, stylish accessory that encourages activity through social connectivity and goal-tracking features. Key benefits include the engaging,...Read more

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theappslab.com
11/03/2015
Three weeks with the Nike+ Fuelband SE

This review details a three-week personal trial of the Nike+ Fuelband SE, highlighting both its design strengths and its functional limitations. On the positive side, the author praises the band's lightweight, resizable design and its innovative clasp that plugs directly into a USB port for easy charging, alongside a solid battery life of about one week per charge. Additionally, the...Read more

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larazon.es
25/02/2014
Comparing the Samsung Gear Fit with the Best: Jawbone Up and Nike Fuelband

The Samsung Gear Fit stands out as the most advanced fitness tracker among the three, featuring a vibrant 1.84-inch curved Super AMOLED touchscreen, an integrated heart rate monitor, and robust IP67 water resistance. Its key advantages are its premium, vanguard design and rich sensor array, which includes a pedometer, accelerometer, and sleep tracker. However, its primary drawback...Read more

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smarthealth.live
01/08/2014
Nike Fuelband SE finally (easily) for sale in the Netherlands

The Nike+ FuelBand SE officially became available for direct purchase in the Netherlands via Nike’s online shop on August 1, 2014, followed by an in-store release on August 8, 2014. Prior to this launch, Dutch consumers had to rely on complicated import workarounds to acquire the activity tracker. While the device maintained a high rating on SmartHealth Review and remained highly...Read more

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smarthealth.live
28/03/2014
SmartHealth Review: Nike Fuelband SE

The Nike Fuelband SE is a comfortable, well-built activity tracker featuring a clear LED display that remains easily readable even in direct sunlight. It motivates users through heavy gamification, rewarding them with colorful flashing animations and digital trophies whenever they hit their daily movement goals. The device tracks steps, calories, time, and active hours, and it...Read more

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