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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:75

Uk has collected 109 expert reviews for Fitbit Surge LCD Digital Touchscreen and the average expert rating is 75 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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expertreviews.co.uk

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:60

Fitbit has long been one of the leading lights in the fitness tracker arena, but the Surge is a definite departure from a typical tracker. In fact it has more in common with a GPS sports watch than Fitbit’s usual devices.While most fitness trackers are de...

Feature-packed but the Fitbit Surge doesn't quite gel together...

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alphr.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:60

Right now, there are eight Fitbit fitness trackers you can buy. The cheapest of these is the now long-in-the-tooth Fitbit Zip, for £50. For the cost of four of these, you can buy the most expensive and fully featured Fitbit on the market: the Fitbit Surge...

See related Which Fitbit tracker is right for you?FitBit Charge HR review: Super features, but could be sleekerFitbit Blaze review: The first Fitbit that wants to be seen as well as heardLet's get one thing clear right away: £200 is an awful lot of money...

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Digitaltrends.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:70

If the Fitbit Flex was the mother of all Fitbits, the product that catapulted the company to the top of the fitness apparel market, the Surge is its superbaby.Released almost a year ago, the Surge is Fitbit's first fitness tracker that doubles as a watch...

Integrated GPS and continuous heart rate monitoring, Easy to setup and use, Automatic sleep tracking, Excellent battery life...
Design is large, clunky, and dated, Not really a smart watch, Drab, monocolor display...
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goodhousekeeping.co.uk

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:78

The Fitbit Surge is the most powerful and largest offering from the best-known name in activity tracking yet, boasting a built-in heart rate monitor and GPS in addition to all of the typical features expected in a fitness tracker, including the ability to...

Comes with a wireless sync dongle if you prefer to use your PC or laptop over a smartphone or tablet to view your stats and enter your calories consumed, There are lots of motivational badges, alerts and weekly emails, Excellent battery life which can be...
Setup is a bit fiddly, The food database for calories consumed is USbased by default, so you need to head into advanced settings and change it to UK you can scan barcodes but we found some more popular items, like chocolate biscuits, weren't listed, Bulky...
The Fitbit Surge is the ideal activity tracker for someone who want to tracks the number of steps they take each day, as well as monitoring their exercise sessions such as cycling, hiking or circuits. The activity tracker bridges the gap between only moni...

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techadvisor.co.uk

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:90

Fitbit Surge review – updated to include longer, hands-on testing and exclusive unboxing photos of the new GPS, heart-rate and fitness-fan activity tracker wristband. Two of Fitbit 's latest activity trackers (Charge HR and Surge) feature heart-rate moni...

The Fitbit Surge is an activity tracker for the serious fitness enthusiast. We're not saying a more casual user wouldn't appreciate its good looks and features, but the level of functionality and price put it properly in the market for the power user. The...

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T3.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:60

Fitbit claims that the Surge is its most advanced tracker to date, supporting sports like golf, yoga, cycling, and swimming. That's why it's positioned as a ‘fitness super watch' which is a big shout considering the competition ticks a lot of similar box...

Great, easy to navigate app, Fairly accurate pulse monitor, Very versatile...
Expensive, Big and reasonably ugly, Not amazing as a running watch...
Had Fitbit not made such grand promises about Surge, it might be easier to be impressed by the product itself. It is designed on a fairly bulky scale, but the build quality is good, the Fitbit app is strong as ever and in many ways it's a very polishe...

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chip.com.my

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:0

Health Tracking has become a multi-billion-dollar industry, with companies left and right pushing out devices that one wears on their wrist, and will track everything from heartbeat all the way to where you are in the middle of your daily run. FitBit is o...

Suite of sensors, Interactive display, Independent operations...
Price, Only supports SMS and phone notifications, Rubber band picks up...
A good fitness tracker for the serious at heart, but other than that, its is a weak smartwatch.(previously published in issue September 2015)...

futurefive.co.nz

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:0

Not everyone is a fan of fitness trackers – they don't see the point. How does knowing how many steps you've taken or how many calories you've burned or how many flights of stairs you've climbed help you with anything?I don't have time for these people. W...

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siliconrepublic.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:80

There have always been sporty people but, as the waistline of the world expands, it's somewhat ironic that fitness has never been hotter.And whether you're training for your first 10k or your fifth marathon, or just hoping to make ‘gains' in the gym, you...

The heart rate monitor and USB connection on the SurgeOverall, I have to say I was a fan of the Fitbit Surge and I think it is a great piece of fitness tech.It's very light and, despite its size, which may bother some, I found it uncumbersome.Importantly...

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liveatpc.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:88

Last issue's first look gave us a basic first impression of the Fitbit Surge, and given the time I had to test it out, I had a better experience on what I actually liked and disliked about this popular fitness watch. Since it had quite a number of feature...

Review: Calorie Counting With The Fitbit Surge Last issue's first look gave us a basic first impression of the Fitbit Surge, and given the time I had to test it out, I had a better experience on what I actually liked and disliked about this popular fitnes...

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thestar.com.my

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:90

Fitbit's Surge is one of the few fitness wearables on the market that packs in a heart rate monitor and GPS.YOU probably would have noticed a lot of fitness wearable reviews lately – it's not a coincidence, as the market for it is rapidly growing thanks t...

Heart rate sensor monitors continuously, builtin GPS, customisable and handy companion app...
Too large for small wrists, battery life takes a hit when GPS is on...
The Fitbit Surge is actually one of the more advanced fitness wearables and packs a lot of features for a reasonable price. At RM968 it may sound expensive but wearables with similar features from other companies cost much more.The Surge is fairly large a...

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klgadgetguy.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:0

Fitbit products may have been selling in stores nationwide with fans and geeks like us knowing about it, however the company itself has only recently started showing its presence here and have started bringing its full range of fitness tracking devices to...

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pocket-lint.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:80

Described as the ultimate fitness superwatch, the Fitbit Surge places the company in the sportswatch category for the first time, competing against the likes of Polar and Garmin. Fitbit claims to now have a fitness tracking device for everyone. We've tri...

Nice design, easy to use, great Fitbit platform, good running companion, continuous heart rate-monitoring, GPS tracking, good activity tracking...
GPS battery life is poor, elevation measure inaccurate, smartphone notifications are basic, uncomfortable as sleep tracker...
The Fitbit Surge offers plenty of features: GPS tracking, continuous heart-rate monitoring, basic smartphone notifications and music control are all present within its slim and well-built design. Fitbit's platform and app are fantastic too, deliver...

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tweaktown.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:85

While fitness tracking outfit Fitbit's newest activity trackers the Charge HR and the top-end Surge were announced together earlier this year, a delay reaching the Australian market meant that the top end of the Fitbit range was somewhat constrained local...

It's not perfect and it's not for everyone, but on paper at least, Surge is the best tracker Fitbit has produced. If you're in the market, you have to put it on the short list - just don't forget to look at the Charge HR, too...

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goodgearguide.com.au

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:85

The Surge is the cream of Fitbit's crop of fitness tracking devices. It's a relatively large smartwatch which incorporates a ton of features that make it do more than just track steps and elevation. In particular, it has GPS, and it also includes a built-...

Built-in heart rate monitor, Built-in GPS, A good all-round performer...
Dashboard interface could be better, Maps don't look accurate enough...

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pcworld.co.nz

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:85

The Surge is the cream of Fitbit's crop of fitness tracking devices. It's a relatively large smartwatch which incorporates a ton of features that make it do more than just track steps and elevation. In particular, it has GPS, and it also includes a built-...

Built-in heart rate monitor, Built-in GPS, A good all-round performer...
Dashboard interface could be better, Maps don't look accurate enough...

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geekzone.co.nz

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:0

I first started using a Fitbit with the Flex model. Very easy to use, no buttons and a display that consisted basically of five small LEDs – either showing battery level or a percentage of your daily goal achieved for that period. I also had the next mode...

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gadgetshow.channel5.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:80

The Fitbit Surge is one of the latest activity trackers from the veteran accessory maker, and it's billed as the top of the line model too. Lauded as a "fitness superwatch", it packs in constant heart rate monitoring, GPS tracking and can sync up with you...

wareable.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:60

The Fitbit Surge is the company's first true sports tracking wearable aimed at those who love running, cycling and working out.Fitbit has described the Surge as its “most advanced tracker to date", and with optical heart rate sensing and GPS built-in, it'...

Activity tracking is great, Very easy to use, 24/7 heart rate monitoring, Automatic sleep tracking...
Smartphone notifications basic, GPS accuracy debatable, Uninspiring design and display, It's not cheap...
When the Surge was first announced at the end of last year, we were massively excited, and the company's claims that it was a “fitness super watch” seemed reasonable. A few months on though and the Garmin Vivoactive has been announced, with its endless ar...

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gizmodo.com.au

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:65

I have a dream, a dream about the perfect piece of wearable tech. It would be a band with all the simple notification powers of the best smartwatches and all the health tracking powers of a full-on fitness tracker. The Fitbit Surge is so close that it hur...

Simple to use, Amazing stat tracking, Excellent battery life...
Not a real smartwatch, Expensive, Not waterproof...
LikeSimple to use.Amazing stat tracking.Excellent battery life.Don't LikeNot a real smartwatch.Expensive.Not waterproof.Is running without your phone but still having GPS track your course of the utmost importance to you? The Surge is a great fitness trac...

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trustedreviews.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

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Fitbit Surge – First Impressions The Fitbit Surge is the fitness-focused smartwatch that had to happen. As the likes of the Misfit Flash proved last year, basic activity tracking can now be done on the cheap. Fitbit's ‘super watch' promises to do much mor...

Durable and water resistant, Quick and accurate GPS tracking, Accurate resting and continous heart rate tracking...
Inconsistent sleep tracking, Battery life is not great, Drab, unattractive design...
The Surge is an interesting move for Fitbit. This is the company's most feature-packed device so far and as a result is the most expensive, too. Fitbit isn't offering anything that's not already available in similarly priced sports watches, however. It d...

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techradar.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

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Fitbit Surge is the fitness tracker that has so many new features, the start-up company behind it is calling it a "superwatch" next to the normal Fitbit Charge and Fitbit Charge HR.There's good reason for that. The prototype we tested has built-in GPS, a...

Built, in GPS, Heart, rate monitor, Normal clasp, Works with most phones...
Bulky for some, Priced for serious runners...
Fitbit Surge heart rate monitor Coupled with the runner-friendly GPS feature, the new heart-rate monitor constantly tracks your heartbeat for what Fitbit calls a "PurePulse." Really, it's an optical heart rate monitor that sits on the underside of the wat...

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techradar.com/au/

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

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Fitbit Surge is the fitness tracker that has so many new features, the start-up company behind it is calling it a "superwatch" next to the normal Fitbit Charge and Fitbit Charge HR.There's good reason for that. The prototype we tested has built-in GPS, a...

Builtin GPS, Heartrate monitor, Normal clasp, Works with most phones...
Bulky for some, Priced for serious runners...
Fitbit Surge is meant for power users who are in need of a smarter running accessory instead of a casual wearable like the Fitbit Flex or Fitbit Charge. But it's one that's designed to be worn on a daily basis, unlike a clunky running watch that's meant...

itwire.com

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2017-02-25 03:07:09

Average rating:0

The Fitbit Surge was introduced in early 2015, so it is one of the first fitness trackers with some limited “smart” benefits.I have reviewed several fitness bands – Samsung Gear Fit/2, Strava, Microsoft Band 2, and many smartwatches with fitness benefits...

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gizmodo.co.uk

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2017-05-17 03:26:39

Average rating:0

I have a dream, a dream about the perfect piece of wearable tech. It would be a band with all the simple notification powers of the best smartwatches and all the health-tracking powers of a full-on fitness tracker. The Fitbit Surge is so close that it hur...

The Surge is a great fitness tracker and dumb simple. I just slapped it on and synced it up and BOOM instant life stats. The app is fantastic at sharing the info with you, Auto-sleep tracking is brilliant, Battery life seems great; haven't had long enou...
The Surge is prone to accidental swipes (especially during sleep) and never defaults back to the time until you do it yourself; I hate when my watch-type accessory fails to meet the most basic criteria of a watch, The Surge is water-resistant but not sh...
No. Not unless running without your phone but still having GPS track your course is of the utmost importance to you. The Surge is a great fitness tracker, but it's also £80 more than the Charge HR, and unless you have that very specific need, it is not £8...

devontechsupport.com

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2017-05-20 04:52:01

Average rating:0

Update: Fitbit has updated its companion app to offer more robust sleep management tools via Sleep Schedule. Along with tracking the amount of sleep you're getting each night, the new feature can also help you decide when is a good time to head to bed an...

This is, without a doubt, the most powerful Fitbit yet. It's the best of its brand, thanks to the ability to track GPS-mapped runs without a phone, control music on the run and check your heart rate in real time, There's a lot going on within this sensor-...
Fitbit Surge tries to be a jack-of-all-trades, master of "run," but it falls short in every way. It's not as accurate as the Garmin's top-tier fitness tracker and not as subtle as an activity band. It's big, bulky and doesn't have all of the premium featu...
Fitbit Surge is meant for budget-conscious power users who are in need of a smarter running accessory. In this way, it runs laps around Fitbit's more casual wearables, like its Fitbit Flex or Fitbit Charge, thanks to GPS-mapped runs, basic music controls...

hardware-boom.com

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2017-05-20 04:52:01

Average rating:0

The FitBit saddled theme pedometers and recently expanded the range of pedometers and bracelets with the same functionality as the first clock, which modestly called the Fitness Super Watch. If the first device company focused on those who are not activel...

FitBit Surge extremely sporty design, the suit will not do such a watch, and every day they are not so different, look strange.However, having overcome first impressions, such as szhilsya with them a few weeks later they started to like me. Not in terms o...

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theaustralian.com.au

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2017-12-02 14:35:48

Average rating:0

The Surge is shaping as the ultimate wearable, with all the features of Fitbit's activity monitoring band and a smartwatch combined. Source: SuppliedWearables are a substantial growth area in consumer technology, and the fact that your relatives and frien...

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macworld.com.au

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2018-02-26 13:50:39

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When you launch the app, you'll see a list of items starting with which device is currently connected – if you have multiple trackers it can sync with all of them and is smart enough to not double count data – as well as your step count, calories burned...

ReviewsThe fitness tracker business has emerged as one of the fastest growing consumer technology sectors. Almost every smartphone maker has added activity tracking to their devices and many sportswear companies have also got in on the act.But walk into a...

goodhousekeeping.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:70

The Fitbit Surge is one of the most feature-equipped fitness trackers on the market. It's the first Fitbit product to include a GPS, as well as metrics for number of steps, floors climbed, minutes active, and more. Consumer testers also noted that they li...

Counts steps accurately, Measures how many floors climbed, Easy to set up, Consumer testers said it provided motivation for exercise...
Heart rate monitor is not very accurate, Some consumer testers found it uncomfortable to wear, Consumer testers didn't like the look of the device...

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toptenreviews.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

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FitBit's Surge Fitness SuperWatch offers heart rate monitoring and fitness tracking with multiple sensors and an accompanying smartphone, as well as mobile notifications. While the wide band makes it difficult to wear in a formal setting, this fitness mon...

androidheadlines.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

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The Fitbit Surge is Fitbit's latest fitness tracker, pairing together features from their previous trackers with GPS, a heart rate sensor, and a watch, making it their most advanced activity tracker to date. Having used other wearables to track fitness be...

As far as activity trackers go, the Fitbit Surge seems to go above and beyond without packing the device with too much extra junk. It has what it needs to make it a fully capable tracker with tons of benefits, but doesn't add anything useless like a cam...

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techwelike.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

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I'll start off by saying how familiar I am with Fitbit. I have reviewed 3 of their latest activity trackers. They all went from good to great, adding cool features and slowly evolved in build and design. The Fitbit Surge however is different from any of t...

The Fitbit Surge is great entry-level step into running watches. As breathable and lightweight as the Surge was, it was difficult for me to sleep with and wear everyday, especially with certain dressy outfits. And of course, not wearing the Surge ever...

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phonearena.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:70

If you haven't noticed, Fitbit has been somewhat busy of late, evident by the trio of new products they've recently announced. First up was their most affordable new offering in the Fitbit Charge, then followed by the heart rate sensor packing Fitbit Cha...

Multisport functionality, Builtin GPS, Automatic sleep tracking, Display grants us access to data directly on the unit, Fitbit app delivers comprehensive & meaningful data...
Design is a bit clunky looking, $250 cost is just insanely expensive, Not entirely water proof...
Okay, we'll admit that the Fitbit Surge kind of lives up to its claim of being a “fitness super watch.” Hardcore fitness buffs will absolutely fall in love with the comprehensive offering of the Surge, allowing them to specify workout routines for complet...

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the-gadgeteer.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

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The Fitbit Surge is Fitbit's most advanced activity tracker yet. It tracks all the same things as their other trackers, but also includes advanced features like GPS and basic smartwatch features along with an always on large touch screen display. I recent...

Large always on touch screen, Continuous heart rate monitoring, Notifications, GPS, Automatic sleep tracking...
Call and text notifications require Android v5.0 for some devices, No music control, Expensive, Not waterproof...
I love the always on touch screen that stays on the stat that I want to monitor. I love that I can easily track walks and hikes with the built in GPS and I really like the continuous heart rate monitor and automatic sleep tracking. I think the Fitbit Surg...

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makeuseof.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

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Wearable fitness trackers can enhance fitness. But only if you work out. Don't expect a health tracker to act like a personal trainer; they only log biometric data that users can apply to their exercises. There is therefore a single benchmark for the effi...

The Surge didn't do a great job of helping me optimize my workouts. And its GPS functionality is wasted. In theory, the Surge could have correlated heart-rate and caloric burn along with location. This would let users know the most effective points of the...

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chipchick.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

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Watch out: Fitness band gone smart! Fitbit just released the latest and greatest in tech, the Fitbit Surge Fitness Super Watch . This wristband has most of the features anyone could want in a wearable. It tracks movement, heart rate, sleep, and calories o...

Vibrating notifications and alarms, Alwayson touchscreen display with backlight, GPS, Automatic sleep tracking, Relays entire text messages, Wireless syncing, Smartphone integration with music control, Water resistant, Sleek design with fun color choices...
Heartrate accuracy highly dependent on fit, Proprietary charging cable different from other Fitbits, Swiping through text messages is not so intuitive, sizing is on the large side for women with smaller wrists...
Fitness trackers can be a game changers. They all do a good job of getting you to think about living a more active lifestyle. Fitbit has always done a great job of pushing you to go 10,000 steps per day. They gamify activity through updates, badges, a...

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engadget.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:78

Confession time: I'm a bit of a wannabe when it comes to self-quantification. The idea of counting every step I take, every calorie I eat, every day I don't have a cigarette and every minute I lie in bed restlessly tossing and turning sounds great. I want...

GPS and heart rate monitoring are welcome additions, Fitbit finally solved its sleep-tracking problem, Food database is robust and easy to use...
Design is better suited for the gym than the office, Slightly bulky body and strap, Pricey for an activity tracker, even one with GPS...
The Surge solves some of Fitbit's problems with better food and sleep tracking, while adding GPS and heart rate monitoring to the mix. But its bulky, utilitarian design and high price will limit its appeal...

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tuaw.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

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Confession time: I'm a bit of a wannabe when it comes to self-quantification . The idea of counting every step I take, every calorie I eat, every day I don't have a cigarette and every minute I lie in bed restlessly tossing and turning sounds great. I wan...

GPS and heart rate monitoring are welcome additions, Fitbit finally solved its sleeptracking problem, Food database is robust and easy to use...
Design is better suited for the gym than the office, Slightly bulky body and strap, Pricey for an activity tracker, even one with GPS...

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appleinsider.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:70

For iPhone users seeking a wrist-worn fitness tracker with GPS, heart rate monitoring, and multiple-day battery life, the Fitbit Surge is a good "tweener" device —not quite a smartwatch, but much more functional than a basic wearable...

Comfortable, durable, and easy to use with your iPhone, Integrated GPS lets you track outdoor exercise without your phone, Builtin heart sensor and pedometer work great, 35 days of battery life and responsive touchscreen...
A notsosmart watch limited to text and call notifications, plus music controls...
If it seems like we've spent a lot of time comparing the Fitbit Surge to the Microsoft Band, it's because both devices occupy the "tweener" role of wearables that aren't quiet full-fledged enough to become a modern smartwatch like the Apple Watch. Both a...

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wired.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:70

But, as Fitbit's product billing and the Surge's feature set would suggest, it's not really a smartwatch. There are no third-party apps. Notifications are limited. It's more of a souped-up version of the Charge HR , a Fitbit with an always-on watch face.T...

Constant and mostly accurate heart rate monitoring gives a more complete picture of overall fitness, and allows for more accurate calorieburning estimates. Touchscreen interactions are intuitive and swift. Automatic syncing with Fitbit app over Bluetooth.
Not waterproof. No builtin cycling activity monitoring. Bluetooth Classic notifications take extra toll on smartphone battery. Trouble measuring high heart rates...

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zdnet.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:80

I took a look at the Fitbit Charge a couple of weeks ago and was ready to purchase one, but now plan to go with the Fitbit Charge HR instead. The Fitbit Surge is a powerful tracker and basic GPS sport watch, but has a more limited appeal.The Fitbit Charge...

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gizmodo.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:0

I have a dream, a dream about the perfect piece of wearable tech. It would be a band with all the simple notification powers of the best smartwatches and all the health tracking powers of a full-on fitness tracker. The Fitbit Surge is so close that it hur...

The Surge is a great fitness tracker and dumb simple. I just slapped it on and synced it up and BOOM instant life stats. The app is fantastic at sharing the info with you, Advertisement, Advertisement, Auto-sleep tracking is clutch, Battery life seems gre...
The Surge is prone to accidental swipes (especially during sleep) and never defaults back to the time until you do it yourself; I hate when my watch-type accessory fails to meet the most basic criteria of a watch, Advertisement, The Surge is water-resista...
No. Not unless running without your phone but still having GPS track your course is of the utmost importance to you. The Surge is a great fitness tracker, but its also $100 more than the Charge HR, and unless you have that very specific need, it is not $...

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pcmag.com

Updated:
2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:100

Of all the brands of fitness trackers on the market, Fitbit takes the trophy for being the most well known, and for good reason. The company has been iterating and spinning out different versions of its original Fitbit Ultra smart pedometer since 2011 (20...

Continuous heart rate monitoring. Built-in GPS. Comfortable, secure fit. Tracks new activities like hiking, yoga, and weight-lifting workouts. Excellent app and easy syncing. Supports incoming texts and call notifications. Accurate.
Limited push notifications. Moderately large. Not waterproof for swimming. Below average battery life with GPS enabled. Charger not interchangeable with other Fitbits...
With continuous heart rate monitoring, GPS, and broad appeal, the Fitbit Surge is the best all-day fitness tracker to date...

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tomsguide.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

Average rating:80

Fitbit has an army of activity trackers, but the Surge is the company's most ambitious device yet. This $249 performance-focused device tracks steps, calories and distance, but it truly shines when it's continuously monitoring your heart rate and using it...

Continuous heart-rate monito, GPS for tracking and mapping run, Comprehensive list of exercises to track...
Limited to text and call notifications...
The $249 Fitbit Surge is an all-day, everyday activity tracker that packs a continuous heart-rate monitor and a GPS sensor into its comfy frame. Fitbit has an army of activity trackers, but the Surge is the company's most ambitious device yet...

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dcrainmaker.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

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Fitbit released a handful of units into the market mid-December, but otherwise hasn't been shipping much until the last week or two. Thankfully my (self-paid) order came through back just before Christmas and I've been wearing it almost 24×7 since.Lastly...

You know, it's funny. The Fitbit Surge has actually grown on me more than I expected. We had a bit of a rocky start to things, mostly because my first few runs were in more challenging conditions with it – so it suffered a bit.Since then I've grown accust...

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techworld.com

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2017-01-11 02:58:01

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of Fitbit's two new activity trackers coming our in early 2015 feature heart-rate monitors that take wearable tech into the gym and out on the track. The Fitbit Charge HR is aimed at the active user, and the Fitbit Surge is packed with features for the re...

The Fitbit Surge is an activity tracker for the serious fitness enthusiast. We're not saying a more casual user wouldn't appreciate its looks and features, but the level of functionality and price put it properly in the market for the power user. The ever...

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yahoo.com

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2020-01-11 17:16:40

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I've tested dozens of these wrist gadgets, but I've never bought one for myself. Now, I think, it's time. But which one? The Apple Watch? A Fitbit thing?I decided to conduct a little reality-show competition on my arm. I resolved...

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pocnetwork.net

Updated:
2020-01-11 17:16:40

Average rating:65

There are so many fitness trackers available to stalk out your daily treks that provide various assortments of analytical data to help you better fine-tune your body's needs. From watches, to belts, shoes, smartphone apps and so much more, it can be diffi...

The watch is nice. It offers plenty of features, feels ok and has some crazy accurate GPS. It doesn't look the greatest, but it doesn't look bad. The touch-screen is very responsible in most situations and I found the information to be useful. The heart-r...

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