List of Fitbit products

From WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia

Fitbit is a brand known for its range of fitness trackers and smartwatches that focus on health and wellness. The company, founded in 2007, has released a variety of products designed to help users monitor their physical activity, sleep patterns, heart rate, and more. This article provides a detailed list of Fitbit products, highlighting their features and the evolution of the Fitbit product line over the years.

Fitbit Trackers[edit | edit source]

Fitbit Flex[edit | edit source]

The Fitbit Flex, launched in 2013, was one of the first fitness trackers to make a significant impact on the market. It tracked steps, distance, calories burned, and sleep quality. The Flex was known for its slim, minimalist design and was worn on the wrist.

Fitbit Charge Series[edit | edit source]

The Fitbit Charge series improved upon the Flex by adding a small OLED screen for displaying time and fitness data. Over the years, the Charge series has seen several upgrades:

  • Fitbit Charge HR (2015) - Introduced heart rate monitoring.
  • Fitbit Charge 2 (2016) - Added guided breathing sessions and interchangeable bands.
  • Fitbit Charge 3 (2018) - Brought waterproof design and a larger touchscreen display.
  • Fitbit Charge 4 (2020) - Included built-in GPS and Spotify control.

Fitbit Alta Series[edit | edit source]

The Fitbit Alta and Fitbit Alta HR were introduced as stylish alternatives, focusing on fashion as well as fitness. The Alta HR, launched in 2017, added heart rate monitoring to the slim design.

Fitbit Smartwatches[edit | edit source]

Fitbit Blaze[edit | edit source]

The Fitbit Blaze (2016), Fitbit's first attempt at bridging the gap between fitness trackers and smartwatches, featured a color touchscreen, smartphone notifications, and music control, but it lacked built-in GPS.

Fitbit Ionic[edit | edit source]

Launched in 2017, the Fitbit Ionic was Fitbit's first true smartwatch. It offered built-in GPS, storage for music, and NFC payments through Fitbit Pay, along with a strong focus on fitness tracking.

Fitbit Versa Series[edit | edit source]

The Fitbit Versa series further expanded Fitbit's presence in the smartwatch market:

  • Fitbit Versa (2018) - A more affordable alternative to the Ionic with a lighter design.
  • Fitbit Versa 2 (2019) - Introduced voice control via Amazon Alexa and an always-on display option.
  • Fitbit Versa 3 (2020) - Added built-in GPS and Google Assistant support.
  • Fitbit Versa 4 (2022) - Focused on improved health and fitness features.

Fitbit for Kids[edit | edit source]

Fitbit Ace Series[edit | edit source]

Targeted at children aged 8 and above, the Fitbit Ace series encourages kids to stay active. The Ace trackers monitor steps, active minutes, and sleep, offering family account compatibility for parental oversight.

  • Fitbit Ace (2018)
  • Fitbit Ace 2 (2019)
  • Fitbit Ace 3 (2021)

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Fitbit has consistently evolved its product lineup to cater to a wide range of needs, from basic fitness tracking to advanced smartwatch features. By focusing on health and wellness, Fitbit products have become a staple in the lives of many looking to maintain an active lifestyle.

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD