Fitbit Charge 6 vs Amazfit Band 7
Amazfit Band 7 wins — Amazfit Band 7 wins on value for basic fitness tracking
Scores: Fitbit Charge 6 6.7/10 · Amazfit Band 7 7.9/10
Amazfit Band 7 wins on value for basic fitness tracking. Fitbit Charge 6 wins if you're in Google's ecosystem and the health analytics justify the subscription.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Fitbit Charge 6 | Amazfit Band 7 |
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| Price | $159 | $50 |
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| Subscription | $9.99/month (Premium) | None |
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| Battery Life | 5-6 days (real-world) | 12-15 days (real-world) |
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| ECG | Yes (FDA-cleared) | No |
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| Built-in GPS | Yes | No (phone-dependent) |
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| Display Size | 1.0 inch AMOLED | 1.47 inch AMOLED |
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Fitbit Charge 6
What works
- ECG (FDA-cleared for AFib) and EDA stress sensor
- Google Maps, Google Wallet, YouTube Music on Android
- Built-in GPS (no phone required for route tracking)
What doesn't
- $9.99/month Fitbit Premium required to unlock meaningful health analytics
- 5-6 day battery life in practice
- GPS drains battery to ~3 days when used
Amazfit Band 7
What works
- $50 vs $159 — no subscription cost
- 18-day battery life vs Charge 6's 5-6 days
- 1.47-inch AMOLED display is larger than Charge 6
What doesn't
- No ECG — no irregular rhythm detection
- No built-in GPS — outdoor routes require phone
- Plastic build reflects the $50 price
Bottom line
Our pick: Amazfit Band 7.
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