Complete Review of Fitbit Flex 2,the smart health connected bracelet for athletes

Here is the latest arrival in the brand Fitbit released: it is the Fitbit Flex 2. A bracelet for everyday or for outdoor athletes.Read this Fitbit Flex 2 review.

Unboxing of the Fitbit Flex 2

On the same model as the Fitbit Charge 2, this smart health connected bracelet arrives in a small rectangular box. On the front of the box is a photo of the product and its main features. In the back, we can read all the actions offered by this bracelet as well as a visual of the application. Finally, the sides: one states the contents of the box, the other, the different possibilities of wearing the sensor, as a bracelet, as a clip, as a pendant.

It must be admitted that unpacking is not so easy that the cardboard was slightly damaged. Once out, everything is fine and the components are all easily accessible. We immediately see a first bracelet, empty. On the charging cord, you can easily find the element that will be inserted into the Fitbit Flex 2. Finally, what is believed to be a manual is still not a manual. Like he usually does, Fitbit returns to the website and provides only paper containing warranty conditions and safety instructions. Underneath him is the second, larger bracelet. Note that, in comparison, the packaging is much less pleasant than the Charge 2. Here, only a plastic that holds the components, less attractive and less practical for storage than the closed blue box …

Fitbit Flex 2 design and ergonomics

The Fitbit Flex 2 does not cause any discomfort, neither pleasant nor unpleasant, it is easily forgotten. Sober, it is extremely thin, almost like a darling worn around the wrist. The fastener which must be inserted into holes, two small peaks is quite painful as long as one does not have the technique, it is necessary to sink the bracelet in the arm to close it. Over time, it becomes easier.

Accessory design and ergonomics

Among the accessories supplied with the Fitbit Flex 2 are objects similar to real jewelry. Thus can be found among the objects: a pendant and a bracelet provided to accommodate the Tracker.

The pendant is metallic gray in color which from a distance gives the object a coherent appearance. If you take a closer look it is obvious that the pendant is not a real luxury item. What is harmful all the same for an accessory supposed to bring added value at the design level. On the other hand, ergonomics means that the pendant can be used both for sport but also for the city.

Regarding the alternative version of the smart health connected metal bracelet, the observation is similar. If the rose gold color and the design bring real added value to the basic Fitbit Flex bracelet, its detail is still quite basic. As with the pendant, the accessory can be used both in the evening but also during a sports session. However, here again it is necessary to favor a less sporty use of the device.

Regarding the ergonomics of the accessories, the two are thought of in a similar way: there is a compartment thought of the Tracker in the shape of the jewel. You have to open this location, place the Tracker inside it, make sure everything is closed and you can walk. AT In light of their respective designs, it is obvious to specify, if need be, that the accessories are mainly intended to be worn on a daily basis.

Fitbit Flex 2 App

Installation of the application

Unsurprisingly, the website provided has no use, other than remembering the name of the application to download, thereafter, all that remains is to follow the instructions provided. After downloading an application called… Fitbit, you just have to choose the name of the device you have in your possession and do what is asked:

• Create your account

• Enter your name, age, height, weight and gender. It is possible to visualize the interest of these questions

• Activate your smartphone’s Bluetooth

• Accept the terms of use

• Discover the device

• Connect to the bracelet

• Leave the bracelet close to the phone during the 10 minute update

• Discover all the features of the device

On the other hand, if you already have a Fitbit account, the information is pre-registered and we start the steps to activate Bluetooth.

Nothing complicated, everything works the first time. However, it should not be in a hurry since it takes about twenty minutes counting the careful reading of each page … The use meanwhile, leaves some surprises.

Use of the application

No improvement on the part of Fitbit, to use its bracelets, you have to sacrifice the battery of your smartphone. Indeed, for synchronization to take place, Bluetooth and data connection must be activated. For the rest, not much to say about it, it is simple, beautifully colored and completely clear.

Fitbit Flex 2 bracelet settings

If you click on the bracelet, many possibilities of settings appear.

Small problem with notifications, instantly it works, then nothing, notifications, like on the other bracelet, are difficult to receive. The help buttons are there to help and finally the problem disappears as it came …

For the rest, everything works fine, it is possible to define the time range over which reminders to move will be made. Thegoal is to be determined. You can select it in terms of distance, level to climb or calories to lose, the choice is left to you. Thesilent alarm is discreet but effective. Finally, you can stay smart health connected continuously, very energy consuming for the smartphone but more efficient for receiving data as far as I am concerned.

The tabs relating to the data collected

Everything works perfectly and precisely.

The number of steps, the number of active hours, the mileage and the sleep show a foolproof precision. The device continuously and error-free detects the exact time you fall asleep and wakes up with a margin of error of less than 5 minutes. As for the bracelet, it serves as a perfect relay.

The exercise tracking tab

He shines with his lack of usefulness on treadmill and in case of weak GPS signal, in other words, in the countryside. This is a huge disappointment. When launching the race mode, the application begins by signaling that it will be complicated in that the phone does not pick up the satellite network well. In this case, no worries, avoid the mud and go to the gym and there, big surprise. On the treadmill, not only is the activity not detected, but, when you decide to force it, you quickly see that it doesn’t work. The number of steps increases, the distance traveled grows, however, the speed cannot be found, however, from memory, these two data are enough to calculate it … When trying to complete physical activity, a message appears, you did not travel, the activity is not taken into account. Huge disappointment. In conclusion, for runners, you have to be outside and above all, in a place well covered by the GPS signal, in other words, in town?

ERRATUM: more than five hours after physical activity and while synchronization was working for the rest, a pop-up message appeared: “Congratulations on the 19 minutes of elliptical trainer”… It’s better than nothing, but c was 25 minutes of running on the mat!

The other possibilities

Apart from that, it is possible to motivate yourself to be more sporty by challenging friends or, more original, by choosing to travel the United States depending on the number of steps you take. In other words, the more you walk, the more you discover American landscapes.

To complete the possibilities offered by the Fitbit Flex 2, it should be noted that it is possible torecord the food we eat, the amount of water we drink and the evolution of its weight curve. However, for this, it is important to know the calories that a dish represents and to remember to write everything down, continuously. Not necessarily very pleasant or very practical …

The application is therefore complete but the bracelet quite limited in its use since it does not have a screen …

Using the Fitbit Flex 2

Truth be told, use is a very big word. It vibrates, lights up, that’s all. To get started, double tap the bracelet to see it light up. With five small light points, it is easy to understand (especially since the application explained it), that each point corresponds to a fifth of the objective. Once this is reached, everything vibrates and lights up in different colors to warn you, thereafter, four dots remain white and one green. This is the only indication that it is possible to provide. The other interesting element, however: is that the sensor can be placed as a pendant or on other bracelets that are more aesthetic as mentioned above.

Bracelet autonomy

It is necessary to count two hours of recharging for five days of battery life according to estimates. Nearly 72 hours after, in any case, still no worries to note, the battery is more than enough to perform any action.

Fitbit Flex 2 versus Fitbit Charge 2?

Aesthetic level, the Fitbit Flex 2 is nicer in that it is thinner. Very discreet, it has the supreme advantage of being able to be integrated into a very designer necklace or bracelets. He wins a big point.

Level taken in hand, in comparison with our Review of the Fitbit Charge 2, this has nothing comparable since the Flex 2, only serves as a visual and vibrant memo, it is therefore understood naturally, however, no difficulties on the other either, so everywhere.

Utility level, This is where the Fitbit Flex 2 loses the war, no heart rate sensor, no screen and no detection of indoor sport, it is disappointing for frantic athletes. However, for everyone, it fulfills its essential function of not leaving anyone inactive …

Conclusion

For great athletes, the interest is limited. Automatic sport detection is not frankly admirable and indoor sport was not spotted in this Review at all. On the other hand, for everyone, it is more discreet, more welcoming even and has the minimum benefits in daily use. A honorable value for money so.

Design and finishes Discreet, it can be worn as a necklace, which makes it super aesthetic

Features : Correct for everyday life but unsuitable for great athletes (except swimming apparently), beware of the countryside, the GPS is not detected.

Use / handling : Very intuitive, nothing to do except to admire the code of the diodes.

Application : Very precise for sleep and the number of steps / distance / calories. Less effective for indoor sports, especially carpet running.

Value for money : For everyday life, it fulfills its functions well. The value for money is good, but the product may be a bit over-sold when it comes to sports.

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