| Samsung Galaxy Watch | Fitbit Charge | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Starting price | $349 | $120★ |
| Subscription | ✓ None | ℹ️ Optional — $79/yr |
| Hardware | ||
| Weight | 29g | 15g★ |
| Water resistance | 5ATM | 50m |
| Battery | 1.5 days | 7 days★ |
| Always-on display | ✅★ | ❌ |
| GPS | ✅ | ✅ |
| Cellular | ✅★ | ❌ |
| Platform | Android only | iOS & Android |
| Tier | Smartwatch | Fitness Tracker |
| Buy timing | ||
| Released | Jul 25, 2025 | Sep 28, 2023 |
| Cycle advice | bad | bad |
| Deals advice | good | great★ |
| Next model | Galaxy Watch 9 (Expected summer 2026) | Fitbit Charge 7 (Expected 2026) |
ECG, blood pressure, body composition, SpO2, and advanced sleep coaching — all processed on-device with Galaxy AI.
Answer calls, control SmartThings, and use Galaxy AI features seamlessly across Galaxy phones and tablets.
Access Google Play, Google Maps, Google Wallet, and Samsung's polished One UI Watch 7 interface.
Full ECG, electrodermal activity stress sensing, SpO2, and continuous heart rate in a tracker thinner than most smartwatches.
Google Maps navigation, Google Wallet NFC payments, and YouTube Music controls — more useful on-device apps than any previous Charge.
7 days of typical use, dropping to around 30 minutes per GPS workout session before needing a charge.
The right pick depends on what you optimize for.
$349 vs $357 over 3 years · no required subscription.
7 days vs 1.5 days battery.
10 sensors.
15g · no required subscription.
Android users — especially those in the Samsung ecosystem — who want a premium smartwatch with comprehensive health tracking, Wear OS flexibility, and strong software support. The Ultra suits outdoor-active users who need longer battery life.
Full details →Anyone who wants serious health and fitness tracking without the bulk or cost of a full smartwatch. Works with both Android and iPhone, making it the most accessible Fitbit tracker in the lineup.
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