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Samsung Gear Fit 2 vs Apple Watch vs Fitbit Blaze: Fitness Wearables, Anyone?

Samsung Gear Fit 2 vs Apple Watch vs Fitbit Blaze: Fitness Wearables, Anyone?

Jenia Gracia

As a lot of people have become interested to live a healthy lifestyle, fitness wearables have become an "in" thing, thus the birth of Samsung Gear Fit 2, Apple Watch, and Fitbit Blaze.

Among these fitness gears, which could be the best option?

Before we give you a review of these devices, let us give you first an overview of their features, from their functionality to their battery life.

Screen Size

In terms of screen size, the Samsung Gear Fit 2 has a 1.5-inch (or 38.1 mm) curved AMOLED, while the Apple Watch has 38mm/42mm and the Fitbit Blaze with 31.75mm AMOLED.

Band Options

If you want the band of your fitness gear to look hip, you may opt for the Samsung Gear Fit 2 which is available in different colors - black, blue or pink - and in small or large bands.

The Apple Watch and Fitbit Blaze, on the other hand, are available in rubber, leather, and metal bands.

Battery

Looking at their battery life, the Fitbit Blaze is the sure winner with a capacity that can last for five days compared to Apple Watch's 18 hours and Samsung Gear Fit 2's four days.

GPS

When you want your fitness wearable to have a standalone GPS capability, the best option is the Samsung Gear Fit 2 since Apple Watch's GPS can only work with an iPhone around, while the Fitbit Blaze also needs the help of a phone to be connected.

Apps and Calling Ability

If you are looking for a fitness gear where you can install certain apps and has a calling capability (though can only function when paired to an iPhone), the Apple Watch is the best choice among the three since the Samsung Gear Fit 2 and Fitbit Blaze do not have such features.

According to Seeking Alpha, the Apple Watch ranks as the top product for smart watches, but for fitness band devices, Samsung ranks highest among several manufacturers when it comes to consumer satisfaction, based on a survey. 

As to the parameters of the survey, the report did not cite anymore.

Meanwhile, Go Android Apps noted that the new version of the Samsung Gear Fit is surely an improved unit because of its comfortable fit (thanks to the curved AMOLED) and new speed control.

Digital Trends pointed out, on the other hand, that the design of the Samsung Gear Fit 2 and Fitbit Blaze can be a deciding factor for consumers. 

While the latter looks more of a smart watch, the former looks like a band.

Conclusion

Among the Samsung Gear Fit 2, Apple Watch, and Fitbit Blaze, we can say that it is a close tie since they have their own strengths and weaknesses.

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