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The new Fitbit Edge features onboard GPS, which is a very good thing for folks who enjoy outdoor workouts, and also just one of the many reasons it's one of the best fitness trackers you can buy.

Unlike the more entry-level Fitbit Air , you can accurately log location, distance, speed, pace, climb, and more with the Edge without needing to carry a paired smartphone.

The Fitbit Edge’s onboard GPS is a battery hog

There is one downside to the Fitbit Edge's onboard GPS though: it uses a lot of battery. Just to be clear, the wearable's overall battery life is pretty solid; I averaged about a week of use per charge while writing the Fitbit Edge review .

However, when using the Edge's onboard GPS for location tracking, it burns through roughly 12% battery per hour.…