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Fitbit Edge review: 127 specs compared

Avg. price:~£?Screen size:1.34 inchBattery life:7 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Fitbit Edge Review: Compare 127 technical specifications, 27 expert and video reviews and 1 best-of list to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

Fitbit Edge
7.6/10

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 70% of models
Score components

35%

7.5

Technical score

30%

7.5

List score

25%

8.2

Reviews score

10%

7.1

Sentiment score

▲Better than 70% of smartwatches
?

Value for money

Value for money
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

?

Price

Price not known yet
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 72% of models
Score components

24%

9.6

Health

21%

9.1

Fitness

16%

5.2

Battery

14%

6.0

Smart features

12%

5.5

Connectivity

9%

8.5

Display & Design

4%

5.4

Hardware

▲Better than 72%
8.2

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.5 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 67% of models

80%

8.1

Average grade

20%

8.6

Popularity

Grades by review (27)
9 reviews + 18 videos, average 8.1/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 67%
7.5

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (1)
List score: in 1 of 69 lists (1%)
▲Better than 76%
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Ranked #203 of 777 models in Smartwatches (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of smartwatch Fitbit Edge

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 72% of models
Score components:

24%

9.6

Health

21%

9.1

Fitness

16%

5.2

Battery

14%

6.0

Smart features

12%

5.5

Connectivity

9%

8.5

Display & Design

4%

5.4

Hardware

7.5
Reviews score
8.2
List score
7.5
Value for money
Value for money
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 75% of models
Score components:

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

?

Price

8.3
Heart rate monitor
yes
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 9.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 30.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
yes
This smartwatch supports ECG. 82.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 49.5% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
HRV tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports HRV tracking. 54.9% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
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Accelerometer
yes
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.5% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 46.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 28.9% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 32.9% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 3.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
7 days
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch lasts 7 days on a charge, which is longer than 36.1% of Smartwatches and the same as 15.9% of Smartwatches.
Battery life in training mode
?
Battery life with GPS on
10 h
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 10 h with GPS on, which is shorter than 76% of Smartwatches and the same as 4.7% of Smartwatches.
Battery power
65 mAh
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a 65 mAh battery, which is smaller than 100% of Smartwatches.
Charge time
90 min
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges from empty in 90 min, which is quicker than 64.4% of Smartwatches and the same as 9.9% of Smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Android
This smartwatch runs Android, which is less advanced than the system in 96.3% of Smartwatches and equal to 1.3% of Smartwatches.
Software update frequency
ended
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 46.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 53.9% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
?
Notifications
yes
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
?
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
no
This smartwatch does not include a cellular module. 16.6% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
0
GPS
yes
This smartwatch supports GPS. 40.3% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 56.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Dual-frequency GPS
?
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.34 inch
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a 1.34 inch screen, which is smaller than 61.5% of Smartwatches and the same as 1.5% of Smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
This smartwatch uses AMOLED, which is more advanced than the screen in 46.9% of Smartwatches and equal to 53.1% of Smartwatches.
Resolution
?
Pixel density
?
Display brightness
?
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
?
Processor model
Ambiq AP5
This smartwatch uses the Ambiq AP5 processor model.
RAM
?
Internal storage
0.064 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch has 0.064 GB of internal storage, which is less than 71.7% of Smartwatches and equal to 1.3% of Smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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What reviewers say

Fitbit Edge vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • ECG support
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 18% of smartwatches support ECG.
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 21.6% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
  • Temperature sensing
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.9% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • Readiness score
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 19.8% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • 30 min quicker charging
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (90 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    90 min vs 120 min
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • More current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a more current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.4 vs 5).
    5.4 vs 5.0
  • 17.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.5 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 67% of models

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    8.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (27)
    9 reviews + 18 videos, average 8.1/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.2 vs 7.0
  • ECG support
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 18% of smartwatches support ECG.
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 21.6% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
  • Temperature sensing
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.9% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
  • Readiness score
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 19.8% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • HRV tracking
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 45.2% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • Calorie tracking
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.7% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • 5 years newer
    This smartwatch was released more recently than the average smartwatch (2026 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    2,026 vs 2,021
  • Weight tracking
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 41.9% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
  • 30 min quicker charging
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (90 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch takes 120 min to charge from empty.
    90 min vs 120 min
  • More current Bluetooth version
    This smartwatch uses a more current Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.4 vs 5).
    5.4 vs 5.0
  • Galileo satellite support
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 43.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • Stronger display glass
    This smartwatch uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
  • 27.3 g lighter
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (17.7 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    17.7 g vs 45.0 g
  • 16.94 mm narrower case
    This smartwatch has a narrower case than the average smartwatch (25.6 mm vs 42.5 mm). The average smartwatch measures 42.5 mm across.
    25.56 mm vs 42.5 mm
  • 5.78 mm shorter case
    This smartwatch has a shorter case than the average smartwatch (39.2 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch is 45.0 mm tall.
    39.22 mm vs 45.0 mm
  • 11 h shorter GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts less time with GPS on than the average smartwatch (10 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    10 h vs 21 h
  • 240 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery than the average smartwatch (65 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    65 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • More basic operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more basic operating system than the average smartwatch (Android vs Proprietary OS).
    Android vs Proprietary OS
  • 5.1% lower list score
    List score
    7.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (1)
    List score: in 1 of 69 lists (1%)
    7.5 vs 7.9
  • 40 fewer exercise types
    This smartwatch includes fewer exercise types than the average smartwatch (50 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    50 vs 90
  • No camera remote
    This smartwatch does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.5% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
  • 98.4% less internal storage
    This smartwatch has less internal storage than the average smartwatch (0.1 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch has 4 GB of internal storage.
    0.064 GB vs 4 GB
  • 5.1% lower list score
    List score
    7.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (1)
    List score: in 1 of 69 lists (1%)
    7.5 vs 7.9
  • 40 fewer exercise types
    This smartwatch includes fewer exercise types than the average smartwatch (50 vs 90). The average smartwatch includes 90 exercise types.
    50 vs 90
  • 11 h shorter GPS battery life
    This smartwatch lasts less time with GPS on than the average smartwatch (10 h vs 21 h). The average smartwatch lasts 21 h with GPS on.
    10 h vs 21 h
  • 240 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This smartwatch has a smaller battery than the average smartwatch (65 mAh vs 305 mAh). The average smartwatch has a 305 mAh battery.
    65 mAh vs 305 mAh
  • Basic battery type
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 0.06 inch smaller display
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch has a 1.4 inch screen.
    1.34 inch vs 1.4 inch
  • 3.5 mm wider strap
    This smartwatch has a wider strap than the average smartwatch (25.5 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch has a 22 mm strap.
    25.5 mm vs 22 mm
  • More basic operating system
    This smartwatch runs a more basic operating system than the average smartwatch (Android vs Proprietary OS).
    Android vs Proprietary OS
  • No camera remote
    This smartwatch does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.5% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
  • 98.4% less internal storage
    This smartwatch has less internal storage than the average smartwatch (0.1 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch has 4 GB of internal storage.
    0.064 GB vs 4 GB

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

6.0
C. Scott Brown
≈ estimated
27/10/2026
Hands-on review · daily wear, battery and AI coach tests
Verdict
Fitbit Edge covers the basics but little more; the Fitbit Air or Pixel Watch are better choices.
9.0
Tech It Before You Wreck It
≈ estimated
26/10/2026
Hands-on review · two weeks side by side with other trackers
Verdict
Fitbit Edge's balanced features and long battery life make it a strong pick for most people.
7.0
Tom’s Guide
≈ estimated
26/10/2026
Hands-on review · one week of testing against Apple Watch
Verdict
Fitbit Edge is no replacement for a full smartwatch, but it is good value for basic workouts and daily tracking.
8.0
CNET
≈ estimated
26/10/2026
Living with it · one week of daily wear and tests
Verdict
Fitbit Edge is a capable, affordable tracker for those wanting a screen, though missing NFC is a real gap.
7.0
Chase the Summit
≈ estimated
26/10/2026
Hands-on review · two weeks of wear and tests
Verdict
Fitbit Edge suits casual fitness fans with solid heart rate data, but serious athletes should look elsewhere.
9.0
DesFit
≈ estimated
26/10/2026
Hands-on review · running, cycling, rowing and heart rate tests
Verdict
Fitbit Edge strikes a good balance between a screenless tracker and a smartwatch, with comfort and a solid feature set.
8.0
DC Rainmaker
≈ estimated
26/10/2026
In-depth review · workouts, GPS and battery tests
Verdict
Fitbit Edge is a solid upgrade over Charge 6, though some features still feel unfinished.
8.0
Lexy Savvides
≈ estimated
26/10/2026
Real-world test · one week of daily wear
Verdict
Fitbit Edge has strong battery life and a light feel, but missing NFC and speaker limit it.
9.0
The Mark Ellis Tech Diary
≈ estimated
26/10/2026
Hands-on review · personal use during illness and recovery
Verdict
Fitbit Edge is an easy pick for people who do not want a smartwatch, with a fair price and useful health coaching.
7.0
9to5Google
≈ estimated
26/10/2026
Two-week review · daily tracking and app use
Verdict
Fitbit Edge is a basic fitness tracker with a screen, good for everyday users but overpriced next to the Fitbit Air.
8.0
Android Authority
≈ estimated
20/10/2026
Hands-on first look · design, bands and missing features
Verdict
Fitbit Edge is good overall, though the missing mic, speaker and NFC are puzzling.
8.0
Mike O'Brien
≈ estimated
19/10/2026
First impressions · unboxing and early thoughts
Verdict
Fitbit Edge's price looks sensible for the extra features, though these are first impressions before the full review.
More graded video reviews (3)
creator’s own scoreestimated by us

What reviewers agree on

Based on 9 · 8

Reviewers like the long battery life, good display and comfortable fit, but contactless payment is a clear letdown.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
droid-life.com
≈ estimated
26/10/2026
Two-week test · Fitness tracker
Verdict
The Fitbit Edge is a fitness tracker that logs workouts automatically, but charging is slow and the band connector takes effort to lock.
8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
26/10/2026
Hands-on review · Fitness tracker
Verdict
The Fitbit Edge is a fitness tracker with a screen that shows easy-to-read stats and strong sleep tracking, but it can't download apps and has no NFC payments.
6.0
zdnet.com
✓ explicit
26/10/2026
Hands-on review · Health tracker
Verdict
The Fitbit Edge suits people new to health tracking who want a slim screen and Google Health, but its always-on screen cuts battery life to two days.
8.5
cgmagonline.com
✓ explicit
26/10/2026
Review · Screen fitness tracker
Verdict
The Fitbit Edge adds a wrist screen to the Fitbit Air, letting you check heart rate and reply to texts, but has no NFC or voice control.
8.5
makeuseof.com
✓ explicit
26/10/2026
Two-week test · Fitness band
Verdict
The Fitbit Edge is a slim fitness band whose GPS nearly matched an Apple Watch Ultra 4 on runs, but it needs your phone for most settings.
8.2
netzwelt.de
✓ explicit
26/10/2026
Hands-on test · Fitness tracker
Verdict
The Fitbit Edge is a slim fitness tracker with a larger screen and seven-day battery, suited to workout and sleep tracking, though it lacks contactless payment.
8.0
computerbase.de
≈ estimated
26/10/2026
Hands-on test · Fitness band
Verdict
The Fitbit Edge is a GPS tracker with a sharp screen that shows live workout data on the wrist, though it is less comfortable than the Fitbit Air.
9.0
teknomers.com
≈ estimated
26/10/2026
Hands-on test · Smart band
Verdict
The Fitbit Edge is a lightweight wrist tracker with a clear screen and a user-replaceable battery, but it lacks tap-to-pay and needs a subscription for coaching.
9.0
elperiodico.com
≈ estimated
26/10/2026
Hands-on review · Fitness band
Verdict
The Fitbit Edge is a comfortable, slim band for everyday tracking and workouts, but its coaching requires a paid Google Health Premium subscription.

Third-party reviews

What we like about Fitbit Edge

  • At 17.7 g, it is light enough to wear for sleep.
  • Built-in GPS lets you run without carrying the phone.
  • The battery is rated for 7 days, so charging is rare.
  • ECG and blood pressure monitoring are both built in.
  • A readiness score helps decide how hard to train.
  • Automatic activity detection logs walks and hikes without an app.

What we don't like about Fitbit Edge

  • With GPS on, the battery lasts 10 h, which is short for long runs.
  • The 65 mAh battery is small, and the always-on display cuts its life a lot.
  • There is no NFC, so there is no tap-to-pay.
  • There is no emergency SOS and no fall detection.
  • Software updates have ended, so new features will not arrive.

Verdict

For someone who wants a light tracker for sleep and workouts, the Fitbit Edge is a fair choice. At 17.7 g and 25.56 mm wide, it is easy to wear overnight. The band is comfortable once adjusted, and the always-on display is subtle. The battery is rated at 7 days, and tests show about a week with the always-on display off. Built-in GPS records runs and rides without the phone. Sleep and readiness scores appear within minutes of waking. The trade-off is what it leaves out: there is no NFC for tap-to-pay, no emergency SOS and no maps. Full charging takes about 90 min, so it is off the wrist for a while. It suits buyers who care more about comfort and battery than smart features.

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