Fitbit Charge 3 vs Garmin Vivoactive
Design:
Fitbit Charge 3
Design
Fitbit charge 3 is here to gear you up and follow your fitness routine. The charge series was loved very much by the users and therefore the launch of charge 3 was done with far more features. This charge 3 fitness tracker has various exciting features like choosing from 15+ exercises mode and enhanced fitness features. The material used to make this charge 3 is corduroys. The color it is available in are i.e. Black / Graphite, Blue Gray / Rose Gold, Berry Sport / Rose Gold, Frost White Sport / Graphite, and Lavender Woven / Rose Gold. Read More
Garmin Vivoactive
Design
Garmin Vivoactive is a smartwatch that lets the user control the music player. The music control option is what Garmin watches have been lacking and Vivoactive is there to make up for it. It also helps the user to find their phone in case they forget where they placed it. With live track, family and friends can also track the user’s activity for their safety. The lens material is made by using chemically strengthened glass. The case material is made of polymer. The strap material is made using silicone or TPU. The Garmin Vivoactive is available in sleek black color. Read More
Specifications:
Screen Size
Touch Screen
Resolution
Weight
Waterproof
Max Temperature
Min Temperature
Replaceable Band
Band Width
Screen protection
Battery Life
Charging Time
Fitbit Charge 3
Specifications
Charge 3 has a variety of specifications. The Charge 3 is equipped with an OLED touchscreen. The screen size is of 3 inches and the device dimensions are 35.8mm x 22.7mm x 11.8mm. The total weight of this product is less than 30 g. It’s water resistant and therefore can resist the water depth up to 50m. The operating temperature of charge range from -10° to 45°C. The watch band is replaceable and therefore can be paired up with outfits. Has screen protection of corning Gorilla Glass 3. Charge 3 battery time is great as it will last about 7 days and take only 2 hours to fully charge. Read Full Specs
Garmin Vivoactive
Specifications
Garmin Vivoactive has a variety of specifications as the screen size is around .13" x 0.8" (28.6 x 20.7 mm). Also, it has a touch screen available along with a color display. The screen resolution of Garmin Vivoactive is 205 x 148 pixels which is quite good. The total weight of this product is around 38 g. also, it’s water-resistant and can withhold water depth up to 5 ATM. The watch band is replaceable and therefore the user can get the strap changed to make the watch new again. The battery life of this product lasts up to 3 weeks and with GPS up to 10 hours. Read Full Specs
Activity Tracking:
GPS Tracking
Route Tracking
Heart Rate Monitoring
Blood Oxygenation
Activity Detection
Distance Tracking
Step Tracking
Elevation Tracking
Bike Ccadence Monitoring
Sleep Tracking
Calories Intake Tracking
Calories Burned Tracking
Weight Tracking
Water Intake Tracking
Body Temperature
Sport Activities Tracking
Fitbit Charge 3
Activity Tracking:
Charge 3 has various tracking features, although doesn't have a built-in GPS but a connected GPS is available. It will track your route. Equipped with a heart rate tracker, this charge 3 will track heart activities very well. It will monitor the blood oxygenation level and therefore will automatically detect all the activities. Activities like the distance tracked in a day, the steps taken, and even the elevation crossed gets calculated. Also, charge 3 has a great sleep tracker installed and has 15+ exercise modes available. One will only need to set a goal and can get real-time stats during their workouts. Read More
Garmin Vivoactive
Activity Tracking:
Various tracking features like the availability of GPS, and GLONASS make the tracking experience even better. There is the availability of a route tracker as well which will track the route of the user. Also, it has a heart rate monitor available and provides heart rate alerts, and monitors blood oxygenation levels. Also, it detects the activities automatically and has a step counter and a calorie burner as well. There is a cadence sensor available that calculates the average cadences of the user. It has swimming and cycling features available too. There is a sleep tracker available that tracks the user's sleep movement and detects the quality of sleep. The multi-sports mode provides various challenges to users and performance. Read More
Compatibility & Connectivity
Android Compatibilty
IOS Compatibilty
Mac OS Compatibility
Syncs Wirelessly
Automatic Syncing
Wi-Fi Module
Cellular Module
Call Control
Sport Activities Tracking
Camera Remote Control
Fitbit Charge 3
Compatibility & Connectivity
Charge 3 is compatible with both Android and iOS devices. For Android users, it should be OS 9 or higher. For IOS devices, it should be iOS 14 and above. It has the feature of syncing data wirelessly and has a synchronization range of up to 6 meters and above. Bluetooth 4.0 radio transceiver is here from increased connectivity. With Charge 3, one can get the live notification for calls, texts, and emails. It also provides alerts for any events, calendar notifications, and app updates using the Fitbit app. Read More
Garmin Vivoactive
Compatibility & Connectivity
Bottom Line
Fitbit Charge 3 Pros
- New and stylish design
- An OLED display screen
- Water-resistant
- Improved battery life
- Charge your device
- Music can be played with strong bass
Garmin Vivoactive Pros
- Amazing battery life
- 5ATM depth rating
- Smart notifications
- Music availability
- Customizable
- Lightweight
Fitbit Charge 3 Cones
Cons:
- No in-built GPS
- Fewer music controls
- Exposed woofers
- Can even distort sometimes at increased volume
Garmin Vivoactive Cones
- Expensive
- The chest strap is required for HR monitoring
- Low-resolution screen
- The sleep tracker is not detailed
Design:
Fitbit Charge 3
Design
Fitbit charge 3 is here to gear you up and follow your fitness routine. The charge series was loved very much by the users and therefore the launch of charge 3 was done with far more features. This charge 3 fitness tracker has various exciting features like choosing from 15+ exercises mode and enhanced fitness features. The material used to make this charge 3 is corduroys. The color it is available in are i.e. Black / Graphite, Blue Gray / Rose Gold, Berry Sport / Rose Gold, Frost White Sport / Graphite, and Lavender Woven / Rose Gold. Read More
Garmin Vivoactive
Design
Garmin Vivoactive is a smartwatch that lets the user control the music player. The music control option is what Garmin watches have been lacking and Vivoactive is there to make up for it. It also helps the user to find their phone in case they forget where they placed it. With live track, family and friends can also track the user’s activity for their safety. The lens material is made by using chemically strengthened glass. The case material is made of polymer. The strap material is made using silicone or TPU. The Garmin Vivoactive is available in sleek black color. Read More
Specifications:
Screen Size
Touch Screen
Resolution
Weight
Min Temperature
Replaceable Band
Band Width
Max Temperature
Waterproof
Screen protection
Battery Life
Fitbit Charge 3
Specifications
Charge 3 has a variety of specifications. The Charge 3 is equipped with an OLED touchscreen. The screen size is of 3 inches and the device dimensions are 35.8mm x 22.7mm x 11.8mm. The total weight of this product is less than 30 g. It’s water resistant and therefore can resist the water depth up to 50m. The operating temperature of charge range from -10° to 45°C. The watch band is replaceable and therefore can be paired up with outfits. Has screen protection of corning Gorilla Glass 3. Charge 3 battery time is great as it will last about 7 days and take only 2 hours to fully charge. Read More
Garmin Vivoactive
Specifications
Garmin Vivoactive has a variety of specifications as the screen size is around .13" x 0.8" (28.6 x 20.7 mm). Also, it has a touch screen available along with a color display. The screen resolution of Garmin Vivoactive is 205 x 148 pixels which is quite good. The total weight of this product is around 38 g. also, it’s water-resistant and can withhold water depth up to 5 ATM. The watch band is replaceable and therefore the user can get the strap changed to make the watch new again. The battery life of this product lasts up to 3 weeks and with GPS up to 10 hours. Read More
Activity Tracking:
Charging Time
GPS Tracking
Route Tracking
Heart Rate Monitoring
Blood Oxygenation
Activity Detection
Distance Tracking
Step Tracking
Elevation Tracking
Bike Ccadence Monitoring
Sleep Tracking
Calories Intake Tracking
Calories Burned Tracking
Weight Tracking
Water Intake Tracking
Body Temperature
Sport Activities Tracking
Fitbit Charge 3
Activity Tracking:
Charge 3 has various tracking features, although doesn't have a built-in GPS but a connected GPS is available. It will track your route. Equipped with a heart rate tracker, this charge 3 will track heart activities very well. It will monitor the blood oxygenation level and therefore will automatically detect all the activities. Activities like the distance tracked in a day, the steps taken, and even the elevation crossed gets calculated. Also, charge 3 has a great sleep tracker installed and has 15+ exercise modes available. One will only need to set a goal and can get real-time stats during their workouts. Read More
Garmin Vivoactive
Activity Tracking:
Various tracking features like the availability of GPS, and GLONASS make the tracking experience even better. There is the availability of a route tracker as well which will track the route of the user. Also, it has a heart rate monitor available and provides heart rate alerts, and monitors blood oxygenation levels. Also, it detects the activities automatically and has a step counter and a calorie burner as well. There is a cadence sensor available that calculates the average cadences of the user. It has swimming and cycling features available too. There is a sleep tracker available that tracks the user's sleep movement and detects the quality of sleep. The multi-sports mode provides various challenges to users and performance. Read More
Compatibility & Connectivity
Android Compatibilty
Mac OS Compatibility
Syncs Wirelessly
Automatic Syncing
Wi-Fi Module
Cellular Module
Call Control
Sport Activities Tracking
Fitbit Charge 3
Compatibility & Connectivity
Charge 3 is compatible with both Android and iOS devices. For Android users, it should be OS 9 or higher. For IOS devices, it should be iOS 14 and above. It has the feature of syncing data wirelessly and has a synchronization range of up to 6 meters and above. Bluetooth 4.0 radio transceiver is here from increased connectivity. With Charge 3, one can get the live notification for calls, texts, and emails. It also provides alerts for any events, calendar notifications, and app updates using the Fitbit app. Read More
Garmin Vivoactive
Compatibility & Connectivity
Bottom Line
Fitbit Charge 3 Pros
- New and stylish design
- An OLED display screen
- Water-resistant
- Improved battery life
- Charge your device
- Music can be played with strong bass
Garmin Vivoactive Pros
- Amazing battery life
- 5ATM depth rating
- Smart notifications
- Music availability
- Customizable
- Lightweight
Fitbit Charge 3 Cones
Cons:
- No in-built GPS
- Fewer music controls
- Exposed woofers
- Can even distort sometimes at increased volume
Garmin Vivoactive Cones
- Expensive
- The chest strap is required for HR monitoring
- Low-resolution screen
- The sleep tracker is not detailed