Customers praise the Blaze Smart Fitness Watch (Large) for its excellent battery life, accurate sleep and step tracking, and ease of use. Many appreciate the heart rate monitoring and notification features. However, some users wish for improved GPS functionality and better water resistance. Concerns were also raised regarding the watch's size and charging mechanism.
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Pros mentioned:
Heart rate
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
I love this thing
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I have had many trackers and this one is my favorite by far. It is stylish and very light. I enjoy all the features and goals you can set for yourself. I am very goal oriented so even if I hit my step goal, I might still have a calorie goal to get which makes me work harder. And lets be honest....more people have fitibt than any other tracker so there are more people to invite to challenges which is another motivator.
I hope they come out with more than 4 watch faces but the ones they have now are cool and each one has a different function. They are not just watch faces. There is one that actually changes color with your heart rate so you know what zone you are in while you work out.
Great little tracker.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life
Cons mentioned:
Water resistance
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Best Fitbit watch out there to date!
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I love everything about this watch except I wish it was waterproof like some of the Garmin's and Misfits so I don't have to take it off to get in the shower or pool. I get about 4 solid days of battery life and I love being able to change out my bands. I have the black sport one it came with and bought a blue one which looks really nice! Apple Watch is too much money AND you have to charge that EVERYDAY which I hated and returned it. If you're on the fence I saw get this because its only $200 and I find it fun and motivating to play the challenges with my group of friends and co-workers.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Heart rate
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Just what I needed
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I upgraded to the Blaze from the Charge HR and I'm very happy with this purchase. First, it looks like a watch instead of a bracelet. Second, it tracks HR much better and actively records workouts without putting it into "workout mode." Third...the connectivity. I consider this a light smart watch. I can control music, read texts, and ignore phone calls without touching my phone. If you need more than this, maybe something else is for you, but I enjoy charging my watch every few days instead of daily. Spend a little more to get the Blaze (over the charge or other trackers) and you won't regret it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sleep tracking
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great product!
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I was searching for a smart watch for a while doing my research to see what was out there. At the same time I also wanted something I can use for my workouts.
The Fitbit Blaze works great during workout, 24/7 heart monitoring is great for calculating the calories burned for the entire day. If you are looking for something to help you track your daily activities this is a great product. Tracks steps, floors climbed (pretty accurate tested it and only 1 time so far didn't calculate the stairs I went up), distance for the entire day, water intake log, food log which is great because if the product you are eating has a barcode simply scan it with the Fitbit app and it will count the calories for you, sleep log detects the amount of time you slept based on your movement and heart rate while sleeping, also lets you set a goal to lose weight and keeps track of how much you have left based on you updating your weight, stay active feature where you set a certain amount of hours of the day that you must stay active which recommends you to get up and take 200 steps.
The watch is also great for working out options. Set your work out Running, weights, trendmill, Bike, Elliptical, and the watch will track it and log it into the app where it lets you see your weekly workouts and also heart rate during the workout. Tracking your average beats per min to your max bpm during the workout.
Bluetooth functions allows your to connect your watch to your smart phone where you can do the following:
-change music, volume change
-see text messages, incoming calls, and voicemail alerts. You can't reply from the watch but you can see the message. Watch also vibrates if you want it to so you can feel when you have a message. You will never miss a message or call while wearing the watch with the notification feature one.
Alarm function: great feature set you alarm on Fitbit app and your watch will vibrate to wake you up. Love this feature no more walking up others with the sound of an alarm.
Overall watch is great highly recommend it anyone.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Heart rate
Cons mentioned:
Gps
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great and easy to use
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Really like the Blaze. The steps, walking and heart rate features are my favorites. I'll be glad when they have customizable watch faces! My own pictures, steps, digital clock, etc.
I have several bands and like changing them often. I do not like the one it came with at all. I have silver, rose gold and gold.
It's easy to use and syncs easily with my Android. I like the GPS sync with Walk for my phone but wish it was built in. I'll upgrade when they do that!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Notifications
Cons mentioned:
Gps
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
FitBit Blaze
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Wanted an upgrade to my 1st Gen Pebble, it does what I need it to do. I'm no avid exercise junkie, so needing all the GPS, and "All Inclusive" alerts that come with "smart watches" was something I didn't care for. So for me this watch exceeds my expectations. It counts my steps, gives GREAT 7 minute workouts that I can perform at home and also gives text msg alerts which is more than I want. I am IT Professional so i'm no "Novice" to technology, I just don't have a need to be "informed" with all that it can do. Amazing watch though.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Heart rate, Sleep tracking
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Super fitness tracker
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It's been well over a month since I purchased the blaze and it has been amazing. I love that I'm able to not only track steps but heart rate, miles, floors climbed and even sleep.
This review is from Fitbit - Blaze Smart Fitness Watch (Large) - Blue
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sleep tracking
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
FitBit Blaze
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With the current fitness movement sweeping the country, I felt the time was right to get some wearable technology to help me get into shape. I purchased a FitBit Blaze almost a month ago. After looking at all of the options available and the price points, I figured this was the most bang for my buck. (Plus, I have big wrists and it was one of the only units that would fit.) I was not disappointed to say the least. The FitBit Blaze does everything it says it does with a few more surprises thrown in. The watch will watch me during work time, rest time, workout time and sleep time and needs very little intervention. It knows when you are sleeping and it knows when you are awake and tells you how WELL you are sleeping too. The unit also seamlessly communicates to my smartphone keeping it updated and in turn the phone app communicates the data to a password protected online presence as well. If I were to have any gripes, there would be two. One, it isn't as comfortable as it could be, but, I don't usually wear watches, and two, the band and case construction could be a bit more robust. once already the band has come apart from the frame body and if it hadn't gotten trapped by my jacket pocket it may have slipped away without me knowing.
Overall .... this watch is a great value for the price. I highly recommend it. But, if you buy it ..... USE IT ...... get out and exercise!
PS .... A brief note on the Best Buy Service Plan .... without question spend the extra few dollars and protect your investment. Especially taking into account that you are going to be sweating on it, washing hands in water, walking and might crunch it .... with the service plan if anything happens to it then just go back to a Best Buy and they give you a new one! Can't beat that with a stick! (Don't beat the watch with a stick though!)
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Gps, Water resistance
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great watch for reaching your fitness goals!
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It's a great watch!! My boyfriend and I both have one and have been big fans of the Fitbit brand. Wish it was more waterproof, durable, and had GPS but oh well. I had to replace my band within the first week because I assumed it was as durable as our Fitbit HRs but I was wrong! All in all, it's a great watch and would recommend it to anyone trying to reach their fitness goals; it helped me loss 30lbs so far!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Sleep tracking
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love Blaze improvements over my Fitbit One
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I have used Fitbit One for several years and like all the reports available and the quick stats from the app. The challenges between friends are always fun and motivating. I get to complete with friends and family regardless of our locations! I upgraded to the Blaze and have enjoyed the convenience and added accountability. One of my favorites is being active every hour. The charts show that I have moved every hour 6am to 8pm every day. I can see my lazy hours, when I should have gotten up and moved some! The sleep tracking has made me aware of my true time asleep. I was surprised in the difference between the amounts of time I thought I slept versus actual time I slept. Very good awareness for me to get a little more sleep to stay healthier. There are many bands available on Etsy that make the look fun for day and night. I am very pleased I spent the extra money and upgraded my Fitbit Blaze. Great company with awesome customer support.
This review is from Fitbit - Blaze Smart Fitness Watch (Large) - Plum
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Notifications
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great fitness watch!
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Great fitbit watch! I had purchased the apple watch and returned it for the blaze. The blaze stays charged for about five days. So happy with this purchase. Works well with the aria scale and iPhone app. Call notifications and texts also can be read on this watch, It's a must have.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Lots of extras are a plus!
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I went from a Charge HR to a Blaze and clad that I did. Although it is a little larger than the Charge HR, it is just as comfortable. I like the face I can view my text messages and my incoming calls. Not only that, but it syncs with my music! The screen is easy to maneuver and easy to see. Just like most of the Fitbits, you have to charge them. It is not actually a bad thing. It gives me a break from it and it is a fast charge. I truly love my Blaze!
This review is from Fitbit - Blaze Smart Fitness Watch (Large) - Plum
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Heart rate
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Well worth the upgrade
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I switched to the Blaze from the HR. As much as I enjoyed the HR, I really enjoy the large color screen and ability to read my texts. I contemplated getting the Surge for the GPS function but the Blaze has the same function when connected to your phone. I also really like the primary clock face. It shows standard hands, the outer ring lights up as you reach your step goal, and the center tells you your continuous heart rate or miles walked and such. I highly recommend the Blaze as the model to get for the money.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Battery life
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great watch/tracker
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I have sworn by Fitbit products for the last few years. I had issues with the rubber strap causing a rash, as some people do have issues with, but upon purchasing the Blaze, I bought a stainless steel replacement band and have loved it ever since. It looks more like a high end smartwatch than just a fitness tracker.
This review is from Fitbit - Blaze Smart Fitness Watch (Large) - Plum
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Gps
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
I kinda like it
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This was a switch from the Surge which was starting to go. On the plus side no GPS which I used only one time with the Surge on a Disneyland run. I love being able to switch the watchband that I found for cheaper on Amazon. Of course the color graphics are pretty cool. Steps, heart rate, quick view work just fine. On the down side, very weak alarm vibration. Different watchband helps if I tighten it down pretty good. Still needs to be kicked up like the Surge vibration but no one at fitbit is listening. My brother returned his because of the weak alarm vibration. It is difficult to see in bright sunlight without shielding it from the sun. Last bummer is can't control music if you have a Note 5 which I do. I would be thrilled if Fitbit at least fixed the silent alarm vibration issue. I may have to go the way my brother did and look elsewhere.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Heart rate
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A person who walks alot
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This product is great for me since I walk alot while I'm at work. I have a Microsoft band watch also but it has had problems syncing with my phone since it came out. The fitbit works perfectly with no problemsuccess with my phone.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Heart rate
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Keeps you motivated
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Tells me how many steps I take and also my heart rate.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Gps
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
New FitBit
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This is my fourth Fitbit and each one is better than the last!! No GPS on the watch itself but records your route through your phone. Shows exercises on the watch itself which is pretty cool and stats from workouts. I love it and would recommend to everyone!!
This review is from Fitbit - Blaze Smart Fitness Watch (Large) - Plum
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Short Sophistication
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This is a super nice band. It really dresses up your Fitbit Blaze to look more like a Sophisticated watch instead of a health or workout aid. It has and shows a lot of class. One minor problem is that just like the Fitbit itself I am not sure who they are making these things for but the large is not a large. If the band that comes with the Fitbit is on the small size this band will not fit. I tried to contact the manufacture Platinum and Best Buy to see about getting some additional links but no luck. The only saving grace is the price on the band. Buy a second band to use as a donor for extra links. The band is worth it. I took two links out of the second band to make the first fit. And if you have a friend or family with smaller wrists give the left over shorter band to them they will love it too.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect gift
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I bought this Fitbit for my husband. He loves it. It's accurate, syncs well with the iPhone and isn't too complicated. The battery life is like 6 days! And he likes the sleep monitoring as well as the variety of workouts that it can track!