Fitbit
First Look: The Fitbit Blaze
Achieve your health and wellness goals with the Fitbit Blaze, a smart fitness watch designed for comprehensive activity tracking. Its advanced sensors monitor heart rate, steps, distance, and calories burned, while the interactive touchscreen offers easy navigation and on-screen workouts. Stay connected with Bluetooth 4.0 and GPS for seamless device integration and activity mapping. This durable, water-resistant watch also provides convenient features like text messaging, silent alarms, and music control, making it an ideal companion for active lifestyles.
$173.99
Owner Satisfaction
3.7
/ 5
Category Rank
533
/ 608
#533 in Smartwatches
Price vs Category Average
-53%
Below average
Brand
Fitbit
/ Fitbit
Who it's for
- Excellent Battery Life
- Robust Fitness Tracking
- Highly Customizable Aesthetics
Who should skip it
- Lack of Integrated GPS
- Restricted Smart Features
- Clunky Charging Mechanism
Key Specs
Brand
Fitbit
Model
Blaze
Sensors
Heart Rate Sensor, Accelerometer, Altimeter, Ambient Light Sensor, Pedometer
Connectivity
Bluetooth 4.0
Display
Touchscreen
Battery Life
120 hours
Water-Resistant
Case Material
Stainless Steel
Features
- Comprehensive activity tracking with advanced sensors
- Interactive touchscreen for easy navigation
- On-screen workout guidance
- Bluetooth 4.0 and GPS connectivity
- Text messaging and music control
- Silent alarms for discreet notifications
- Durable, water-resistant design
- Long-lasting battery life
What customers say
The initial customer sentiment surrounding the Fitbit Blaze was notably mixed, reflecting its ambitious positioning as a hybrid device attempting to bridge the gap between dedicated fitness trackers and full smartwatches. Users overwhelmingly praised Fitbit's core competency: highly accurate fitness tracking, particularly the continuous PurePulse heart rate monitoring and the introduction of multi-sport modes, which provided excellent utility for active individuals. The battery life was a significant highlight, often lasting several days, positioning it favorably against power-hungry smartwatches. However, the design proved to be highly polarizing; while the modular system allowing for customization was appreciated, many critics and consumers found the square screen set within the hexagonal bezel to look somewhat clunky or less aesthetically refined than competing devices. Furthermore, the 'smart' features were deemed rudimentary. Notifications were basic, and the reliance on connected GPS (requiring a phone) disappointed users who expected a true, standalone smartwatch experience at this price point. Overall, sentiment leaned toward appreciation for its robust fitness capabilities and impressive battery longevity, but was tempered by disappointment regarding its limited smart functionality and controversial design choices, suggesting it was an excellent fitness tracker wearing a slightly awkward smartwatch costume.
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