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Fitbit Ace

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BUY NOW From $117.14

Features

  • A showerproof tracker that survives splashes and spills with a secure, adjustable wristband for growing kids (one size). Designed for wrist sizes up to 155 millimeter/6.10 inches.
  • Rewards kids for hitting goals with celebratory messages and achievement badges. Kids can challenge others to step competitions plus send each other messages or cheers.
  • In the Fitbit app, parents create an account for their child under a family account (family account and parental consent required for children 12 and under).
  • Syncs stats wirelessly and automatically to iOS & Android devices and has a battery life up to 5 days (varies with use and other factors).
  • Tracks steps, active minutes and sleep and shows stats on a bright, tap display.

Pros

  • ⊕ Showerproof.
  • ⊕ Comfortable.
  • ⊕ Easy to use.
  • ⊕ Long battery life.
  • ⊕ Adjustable wristband.

Cons

  • ⊖ No heart rate monitor.

Fitbit Versa 2

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BUY NOW From $199.95

Features

  • Works around the clock with 6 plus day battery life (varies with use and other factors).
  • Use amazon Alexa built in to get quick news and information, check the weather, set timers and alarms, control your smart home devices and more all through the sound of your voice (third party app may be required; amazon Alexa not available in all countries).
  • Control your Spotify app, download Pandora stations and add deezer playlists plus store and play 300+ songs on your wrist (subscription required; Pandora is us only).
  • Track heart rate 24/ 7, steps, distance, calories burned, hourly activity, active minutes and floors climbed. Syncing range - up to 6.1 meters.
  • Based on your heart rate, time asleep and restlessness, sleep score helps you better understand your sleep quality each night; also track your time in light, deep and rem sleep stages and get personal insights.
  • With a larger display and an always on option, your information’s always a quick glance away (always on display requires more frequent charging).
  • Get call, text, calendar and smartphone app notifications when your phone is nearby; plus send quick replies and voice replies on android only.

Pros

  • ⊕ 6 day battery.
  • ⊕ Alexa built-in.
  • ⊕ Water resistant.
  • ⊕ No internet connectivity.
  • ⊕ Class-leading battery life.

Cons

  • ⊖ Expensive.
  • ⊖ no native GPS.
  • ⊖ Bad batteries.
  • ⊖ Limited iOS integration.
  • ⊖ Screens prone to cracking.

Specs

  • Waterproof: 50m.
  • On-board storage: 300+ songs.
  • Battery Capacity: 4–8 days.
  • Compatibility: Android, iOS.
  • Product Dimensions: 1.6 x 1.6 x 0.5 in.