The Fitbit Charge 5 finally arrived (after pre-order) and I got to test it out for a few days before making this unboxing and review. As of right now, it has become my new fitness tracker over the Fitbit Charge 4 (which my wife is now using). What are your thoughts on the early functionality, and do you think any changes are coming? I know I'm excited to try out the Daily Readiness Score. Buy Here: ► Fitbit Charge 5: amzn.to/3AV9aUQ Reviews: ► Fitbit Charge 4 Review: ua-cam.com/video/Ay7yjiEDju8/v-deo.html ► Renpho Indoor Exercise Bike Review: Free Content: ► Subscribe: gamerbody.com/youtube ► Workout: gamerbody.com/training/ ► Equipment: gamerbody.com/equipment/ ► Resources: gamerbody.com/resources/ Please leave any comments/questions below for follow-up videos!
Walk is one of the 20 exercise shortcuts you can set. You can't have more than 6, but if you remove one of the 6, you will be able to add Walk from the plus sign. Also, GPS can be enabled for the Walk exercise.
@@GK-qc5ry You can add Meditation manually, but it is not among the 20 exercises that you can set a shortcut for. Yoga would be the closest I guess and that is among the 20. You can always track Meditation manually.
Walk is on there, you'll find it in the settings on your phone. Weird thing is you can only have a specific amount of workouts on your phone at one time, I think it's 8 at the moment, but they offer up to 20 that you can change in and out, but Walk is certainly one of them. Edit: Walk isn't one of the initial workouts in order to add it you first have to remove a workout you don't want.
Thanks! I added a "Correction" note in the description. You are allowed 6 at a time. Once I removed one of them, the + button displays where I can pick from the 20 exercise types. Thank you for letting me know.
I'll have to run some more tests. I did a 2 hour walk the other day that seemed pretty spot on, but I wonder if it struggles with runs/bike rides. I did a Charge 4 one in the past but I can look to do something similar with the 5 in another video. Thanks for the suggestion!
I'd say same as other Fitbits. It's nearly impossible to properly track calorie counting as your metabolic rate changes based on muscle mass, body fat, general activity etc. It also changes as those factors change so I wouldn't use any wearable to try and track it.
The sensors for the EDA scan are just on the sides of the Fitbit and you place your fingertips on it while it counts down. For the GPS map, that should work as long as you start the hike and it can connect to GPS satellite through the device or your phone if you have it on you (based on what I've read). I do get a GPS map show in the app after starting a walk, run, or bike ride.
I only see the option when looking in the app. I think it is just tracking it with the standard sensor then putting the details in the app. Might need premium though.
They took away the weather app? WTF? Does Fitbit think people don't exercise outside? And no guided breathing? That's a deal-breaker for me. I'll stick with my Fitbit Ionic.
Brooo I was so getting close to getting the yes4all dumbbells but they went back up in price, but hopefully since I entered another gift card giveaway which I may or might not win, and got some birthday money, I might get the cap barbell ones or wait until they go back down in pricing and also good vids
Do you mean when having running active or something of that nature? It doesn't add any additional steps (or very few) when just sitting in a car. Not sure what happens if running is enabled while driving though.
@@GamerBody I'm nervous to get this. I have my Charge 2 which I love. I just need something simple. Don't need anything fancy or elaborate. Plus, I haven't seen any stainless steel bands yet for the Charge 5.
Is there anything that the charge 2 doesn't do that you want? If it still does what you need no point upgrading yet. Only get a new version if it has something new you want. For me it is the readiness score and color display.
@@GamerBody maybe but I think I remove mine more than most and the other style band makes it less of a chore. It’s all mute now, I got the sports band that’s regular style and like it way more
The Fitbit Charge 5 finally arrived (after pre-order) and I got to test it out for a few days before making this unboxing and review. As of right now, it has become my new fitness tracker over the Fitbit Charge 4 (which my wife is now using). What are your thoughts on the early functionality, and do you think any changes are coming? I know I'm excited to try out the Daily Readiness Score.
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► Fitbit Charge 5: amzn.to/3AV9aUQ
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When it comes to the weather being removed I just look out my window now 😂
Pretty good way to see what the day will bring.
Walk is one of the 20 exercise shortcuts you can set. You can't have more than 6, but if you remove one of the 6, you will be able to add Walk from the plus sign. Also, GPS can be enabled for the Walk exercise.
Thanks, I added a correction in the description of the video for this. Once I removed one of the 6 the + button appears to choose the other options.
Do they have a meditate exercise? I read another review that said the Fitbit confused it for sleep.
@@GK-qc5ry You can add Meditation manually, but it is not among the 20 exercises that you can set a shortcut for. Yoga would be the closest I guess and that is among the 20. You can always track Meditation manually.
Walk is on there, you'll find it in the settings on your phone. Weird thing is you can only have a specific amount of workouts on your phone at one time, I think it's 8 at the moment, but they offer up to 20 that you can change in and out, but Walk is certainly one of them.
Edit: Walk isn't one of the initial workouts in order to add it you first have to remove a workout you don't want.
Thanks! I added a "Correction" note in the description. You are allowed 6 at a time. Once I removed one of them, the + button displays where I can pick from the 20 exercise types. Thank you for letting me know.
I like how all his thumbnails is of him shirtless. Got me clicking. 💋😍🥰😘
Lol, so far this design has done pretty well the last few weeks.
What would you suggest fitbit luxe or this one?
Great review 👏🏻
Since I've never used the Luxe, this one ;)
I watched another review that claimed the GPS tracking was very poor on the charge 5, can you provide what your experience has been with the GPS?
I'll have to run some more tests. I did a 2 hour walk the other day that seemed pretty spot on, but I wonder if it struggles with runs/bike rides. I did a Charge 4 one in the past but I can look to do something similar with the 5 in another video. Thanks for the suggestion!
calorie count ... accurate or like other fitbits?
I'd say same as other Fitbits. It's nearly impossible to properly track calorie counting as your metabolic rate changes based on muscle mass, body fat, general activity etc. It also changes as those factors change so I wouldn't use any wearable to try and track it.
I can't find the GPS map (just did a hike) or the temperature sensor.
The sensors for the EDA scan are just on the sides of the Fitbit and you place your fingertips on it while it counts down. For the GPS map, that should work as long as you start the hike and it can connect to GPS satellite through the device or your phone if you have it on you (based on what I've read). I do get a GPS map show in the app after starting a walk, run, or bike ride.
@@GamerBodyI know the eda scan, but where is the skin temp?
I only see the option when looking in the app. I think it is just tracking it with the standard sensor then putting the details in the app. Might need premium though.
@@GamerBody I'll try premium. I don't even know why I care lol
They took away the weather app? WTF? Does Fitbit think people don't exercise outside? And no guided breathing? That's a deal-breaker for me. I'll stick with my Fitbit Ionic.
Yeah, small items for me but strange it's not listed. I wouldn't be surprised if it is added later.
Brooo I was so getting close to getting the yes4all dumbbells but they went back up in price, but hopefully since I entered another gift card giveaway which I may or might not win, and got some birthday money, I might get the cap barbell ones or wait until they go back down in pricing and also good vids
Nice! Let me know what you end of getting in the end.
@@GamerBody will do!
@@calisthenicsbeliever7602 what did u get
@@Dav0yt I got the cap barbell adjustable spin lock ones that go up to 100lbs each last October
@@calisthenicsbeliever7602 100lbs im in uk will need to work that out but nice one
Does it track steps while driving a car?
Do you mean when having running active or something of that nature? It doesn't add any additional steps (or very few) when just sitting in a car. Not sure what happens if running is enabled while driving though.
Is it measures body temperature?
Only during sleep from what I can tell. I also see it written here: help.fitbit.com/articles/en_US/Help_article/2458.htm
Ya, but if you forget your wallet it means you don't have your driver's license. Which could mean bigger problems.
Yup, you will have to be under the radar.
What is your age?
30
So many Amazon 1 star reviews keep talking about a mandatory $80 membership for their nee features. Is that true?
For the base features no, but some of the upcoming features (such as readiness score) will require it. It is one of my cons in the video.
@@GamerBody I'm nervous to get this. I have my Charge 2 which I love. I just need something simple. Don't need anything fancy or elaborate. Plus, I haven't seen any stainless steel bands yet for the Charge 5.
Is there anything that the charge 2 doesn't do that you want? If it still does what you need no point upgrading yet. Only get a new version if it has something new you want. For me it is the readiness score and color display.
Ew nah that bands trash, they need to stop making apple the standard. Who keeps it on for 7 days tho? Thats pretty gross
Huh? I love the new wrist bands. Way more comfortable than the charge 4.
@@GamerBody maybe but I think I remove mine more than most and the other style band makes it less of a chore. It’s all mute now, I got the sports band that’s regular style and like it way more
useless device
Depends. If you don't want it for anything, then yes it useless. Otherwise, it could have some benefits.