Tom's Guide Verdict

The Fitbit Edge is just the right amount of fitness tracker for most folks, thanks to a long-lasting battery, accurate location and elevation tracking without the need to carry a paired phone, a bright, responsive touchscreen, detailed sleep reports, support for 50+ workout types, and a comfortable, customizable design. Priced at a reasonable $179, even more advanced AI-powered holistic features can be unlocked via a Google Health Premium plan.

Reasons to buy

+ Comfortable, customizable design

+ Larger, brighter display than predecessor

+ Onboard GPS and altimeter for accurate location and elevation tracking

+ Detailed sleep reports and useful metrics like a dynamic Readiness Score

+ Up to seven days of battery per charge

+ Optional subscription unlocks useful holistic trend reports and more personalized training tips

Reasons to avoid

- No smart features

- Unlike its predecessor, the Fitbit Edge lacks NFC

- Auto workout tracking isn't always reliable

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