Smartwatches vs. Fitness Trackers: Find Your Fit

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Find the Google Pixel Watch or Fitbit tracker for you.

A photo mosaic of Google Pixel Watch 5, Fitbit Edge and Fitbit Air devices
A photo mosaic of Google Pixel Watch 5, Fitbit Edge and Fitbit Air devices

Takeaways

  • The Google Health app brings your activity, sleep, and Google Health Coach together in one place.,
  • The Google Pixel Watch 5 for Android delivers full smartwatch connectivity, Gemini tools, and safety alerts.,
  • Get glanceable tracking with Google Fitbit Edge, or go screenless with Google Fitbit Air. They both have up to 7 days of battery life and work with Android or iOS.,,,

Manage your wellness and stay connected with trackers and watches from Google.

With the Google Pixel Watch 5, Google Fitbit Edge, and Google Fitbit Air, you can choose an interactive smartwatch built for everyday assistance, or a dedicated tracker with days of battery life for focused training.,,
Google Health is the foundation.
Every Google Pixel Watch and Google Fitbit tracker is designed to connect with the Google Health app for clear, practical guidance based on your daily metrics.,
Google Health app features included at no cost with a Pixel Watch or Fitbit device: Your central dashboard for day-to-day wellness, activity tracking, and recovery, the Google Health app keeps tabs on data like resting heart rate, heart rate variability (HRV), skin temperature, breathing rate, and blood oxygen (SpO2).,
When paired with your device, the Google Health app automatically logs your nightly sleep stages (light, deep, and REM) and calculates a daily Sleep Score alongside your Daily Readiness Score, helping you gauge whether your body is primed for a hard workout or needs a recovery day., During exercise, you get real-time heart rate zone tracking to ensure you hit your weekly cardio load target.
Google Pixel Watch 5 owners can also connect you with emergency services in the case of critical matters like a loss of pulse event.
A woman looks at her Google Pixel phone. She is wearing a Google Fitbit Edge device on her wrist.
Google Health Premium has a coach built in.
Google Health Premium includes all Google Health features, plus a personal health coach built with Gemini,: Every Google Pixel Watch 5, Google Fitbit Edge, and Google Fitbit Air includes three months of Google Health Premium on us. Available for $9.99 per month after your trial, a Google Health Premium subscription unlocks:
  • Personalized daily guidance: Get help connecting your sleep, activity, and wellness metrics to build healthier habits.,
  • A personal coach available 24/7: Ask health questions anytime to receive tailored recommendations and science-backed answers from Gemini.,
  • Nutrition and metabolic coaching: Log your meals with photos, or chat to get personalized insights connecting your nutrition, sleep, fitness, and CGM trends.
  • Premium content library: Unlock hundreds of energizing video workouts and guided mindfulness sessions led by world-class trainers.
Pixel phone screen showing a Google Health Premium user interface

Key differences between a smartwatch and a tracker.

The choice between Google Pixel Watch 5 and the Google Fitbit series comes down to three factors: your preferred operating system, battery life, and a screenless option.
The Google Pixel Watch 5 works exclusively with Android devices, offering a touchscreen, voice assistance through Gemini, and cellular calling., Google Fitbit Edge and Google Fitbit Air work with both Android and iOS devices, and have multi-day battery, background metric logging, and low-distraction designs.,,, Here are more details to help you choose the right one for you.
Google Pixel Watch 5
Designed for Gemini Intelligence and built for connection.
Move through demanding workdays and workouts with a command center that lets you stay productive without reaching for your phone. Designed exclusively for Android, the Google Pixel Watch 5 lets you raise your wrist to talk with Gemini, reply to urgent messages, and stream playlists to your earbuds., Easily check your running pace during workouts and follow Google Maps even in bright sun, thanks to a durable Actua 360 display that reaches up to 3,000 nits of brightness. And because the Google Pixel Watch 5 is designed for Gemini Intelligence, it gives you personalized, proactive help right when you need it, bringing up key info before you even have to ask.
Beyond daily connectivity, the Pixel Watch 5 delivers continuous health tracking and safety features day and night. You get up to 40 hours of battery life and ultra-fast charging gives you 15 hours of power in just 15 minutes. It also provides lasting peace of mind with Loss of Pulse detection. Plus, Fall Detection and SOS satellite communications help connect you with emergency services even when you’re off the grid.,
Google Pixel Watch 5
Google Pixel Watch 5
Google Pixel Watch 5
Google Pixel Watch 5
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Google Pixel Watch 5
Google Fitbit Edge
Real-time workout stats to keep you on track.
Hit your training targets, maintain your workout momentum, and keep things simple. Compatible with both Android and iOS, Google Fitbit Edge centers on a high-contrast 1.34-inch color OLED display that keeps you informed during workouts. Check split times, track your current pace, and monitor target heart rate zones with a quick turn of your wrist.
Throughout the rest of your day, Google Fitbit Edge logs your activity in the background to build an accurate picture of your overall fitness. It tracks daily steps, Active Zone Minutes, cardio load, and sleep while on your wrist. With up to seven days of battery life on a single charge, you can train, work, and travel without needing to keep a power cable on you.
Google Fitbit Edge
Google Fitbit Edge
Google Fitbit Edge
Google Fitbit Edge
Google Fitbit Edge
Google Fitbit Edge
Google Fitbit Air
Screenless wellness and activity tracking.
Build a clear picture of your sleep quality and physical recovery without adding another screen to your daily routine. Compatible with both Android and iOS, Google Fitbit Air’s discreet, ultra-slim design doesn’t interfere with the look of classic mechanical watches or fine jewelry.
Stay tuned in to your daily momentum and recovery without breaking focus. Google Fitbit Air keeps track of your workout effort and movement in the background. At night, it follows your resting vitals and sleep patterns, then wakes you with a gentle vibrating alarm. You can review your stats and get recommendations in the Google Health app. And wear Fitbit Air for up to 7 days without worrying about recharging.
Google Fitbit Air
Google Fitbit Air
Google Fitbit Air
Google Fitbit Air
Google Fitbit Air
Google Fitbit Air
Google Fitbit Air Special Editions
Stephen Curry and Pokémon Sleep Bands.
For athletes who prioritize maximum performance during hard workouts, the Special Edition Stephen Curry Bands offer water-repellent and moisture-wicking materials, and sleek satin-finish lugs. Created in partnership with the four-time NBA champion and inspired by his style, these performance bands are available for the Google Pixel Watch 5, Google Fitbit Edge, and Google Fitbit Air.
Google Fitbit Edge Special Edition Stephen Curry Band
Google Pixel Watch 5 Special Edition Stephen Curry Band
Google Fitbit Edge Special Edition Stephen Curry Band
Google Fitbit Edge Special Edition Stephen Curry Band
Google Fitbit Air Special Edition Stephen Curry
Google Fitbit Air Special Edition Stephen Curry Band
Google Fitbit Air Special Edition Pokémon Sleep brings daily entertainment to screenless recovery tracking., Link it to the Google Health app and the Pokémon Sleep app to turn your sleep data into in-game rewards. You can now use your HSA or FSA funds to purchase the Google Fitbit Air and related Special Edition bands.
Google Fitbit Air Special Edition Pokemon Sleep
Google Fitbit Air Special Edition Pokemon Sleep
Google Fitbit Air Special Edition Pokemon Sleep
Google Fitbit Air Special Edition Pokemon Sleep
Google Fitbit Air Special Edition Pokemon Sleep
Google Fitbit Air Special Edition Pokemon Sleep
Find the right fit for your routine.

Choosing your next watch or tracker depends on how you want to use it.

• Google Pixel Watch 5: Our most advanced, most connected health-and-fitness device, designed for Gemini Intelligence to help you stay productive. Starting at $399.

• Google Fitbit Edge: Glanceable fitness tracking and up to 7 days of battery life for Android and iOS. Starting at $179.99.

• Google Fitbit Air: Lightweight, screenless recovery and sleep tracking that blends naturally with your personal style. Starting at $99.

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