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Apple Watch Series 2 vs Fitbit Flex 2; Which Is The Best Affordable Option For Athletes and Swimmers?

Prakash

Apple brand always comes with its own features and limitations. The Apple Watch Series 2 and the Fitbit Flex 2 are both second-generation, waterproof fitness wearables. However, the only similarity comes with a lot of different features. Let's compare both the smart wearables.

Fitbit Flex 2 is simply an activity tracker whereas Apple Watch Series 2 has activity-tracking and advanced smartwatch features with an iPhone-esque operating system.

Coming to the design, Watch Series 2 features a touch responsive OLED Retina display with a variety of replacement bands. On the other hand, the Fitbit Flex 2 has a slim band (measures just 0.44 inch thick and lacks a screen display) with a removable tracker that can be placed into interchangeable accessories like necklaces and bracelets.

Both the bands are also made for swimming activities. They are water-resistant up to 50 meters deep, or about 160 feet.

The Flex 2 and Watch Series 2 comes with features like activity tracking, reminders to move and notification for call or message on phone.

Each device keeps track of the steps you take and the calories you burn throughout your daily activity.

Rivalling the Fitbit Flex 2, Apple has extra features like Built-in GPS, Heart rate monitoring, Apps download features from Apple's App store. There's also access to Apple Pay and Siri, too.

When it comes to power, Fitbit Flex 2 takes the lead with five days battery life, depending on usage. While, Apple Watch 2 has only 18 hours battery life. Also, Fitbit recommends charging one to two hours, every few days while Apple Watch requires overnight charging.

Fitbit is versatile in nature with its ability to sync with over 200 leading iOS, Android and Windows devices. However Apple brand works with Apple iPhone 5 onwards only.

The Apple Watch Series 2 starts at $369 and the Fitbit Flex 2 starts at $99.95.

Summing up, Fitbit Flex is recommended for Android lovers looking for a straightforward tracker at an affordable cost. If you want to enjoy the latest and greatest in wearable technology, go get Apple Watch Series 2. It's worth the money.

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