Fitbit Charge 6 Black
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Pros and cons
According to our smartwatch expert
- Thanks to the EDA sensor, you gain insight into your stress level and can take action to reduce it.
- You're up to date on your messages quickly, because you receive messages and notifications from your smartphone.
- You can leave your wallet at home, because you can make contactless payments with your watch via Google Wallet.
- Without an altimeter, you can't measure the number of meters you climbed during your workouts.
- Some functions don't work without a paid Fitbit Premium subscription.
Description
With the Fitbit Charge 6 Black, you can keep an eye on your health and activities. That way, you can set goals to improve your health. You also measure your sleep quality and stress levels, so you know when you should relax a bit. Using Google Maps to go somewhere? Leave your smartphone in your pocket and follow the instructions on your Fitbit. The Charge 6 doesn't have an altimeter, so you can't measure the amount of steps you walked up. It also doesn't measure your heart rate while you swim. You can keep on the Charge 6 in the water, because it's waterproof. The battery lasts 7 days, so you don't have to charge your smartwatch often. You can read your smartphone messages and answer incoming calls on your screen. You can also leave your wallet at home, since you can make contactless payments via Google Wallet.
Note: a charger isn't included. Want to charge the watch via a socket? Use the charger of your smartphone or order a charger separately.
This watch is recommended for a wrist circumference of 13 to 15cm.
This is what you get
- Manual(1.03 MB)
- USB-A charging cable (excluding adapter)
- Watch strap short (wrist circumference 13 - 17cm)
- Watch strap long (wrist circumference 17 - 21cm)
Key specs
Compatible with operating system | Android, iOS | |
Height | 37 mm | |
Recommended for wrist circumference | 13 - 15 cm | |
Quality of sports readings | Decent | |
Quality of health readings | Excellent | |
Battery life in time mode | 168 hours | |
Type of heart rate measurement | ECG heart rate measurement, Optical heart rate measurement | |
Required iPhone model | iPhone 6s or later |
Suitable accessories
Reviews
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Most helpful reviews
Easy smartwatch that makes you move more
- Clear and sharp color screen
- Measure my sleep and stress well
- Google Maps directions on smartwatch is useful
- The button is sometimes difficult to press
With Fitbit Charge 6 I measure my steps and sleep and keep moving. This small smartwatch is suitable if you want to exercise more, but are not fanatical about sports. Fitbit works with Google, so you can use Google Maps on your Fitbit.
Format This Charge 6 does not quite fit my narrow wrist of 14 centimeters in circumference. I leave some space between the watch and my wrist. The Charge therefore moves back and forth easily. This sometimes makes it difficult for me to press the button on the side.
Screen The screen of the Charge 6 is the same size as the Charge 5, but I think it could be a bit larger. It has a bright color screen, so I can read everything clearly. When I scroll to the side, the screen does not always respond quickly.
Battery life I charge the Charge 6 about every 5 days. I was sick during the test period, so I didn't exercise much. The more you exercise, the faster the watch runs out. In sports mode you use more battery.
Measure sleep Fitbit is good at measuring my sleep quality. I wear the watch while sleeping. In the morning I can see how I slept and when I woke up in the Fitbit app on my smartphone. I think it is a disadvantage that you have to take out a Fitbit Premium subscription for extensive data about your sleep and stress levels.
Smart Functions Fitbit now collaborates with Google. This means that I had to transfer my Fitbit account to my Google account. Otherwise I couldn't connect my Charge 6 to the Fitbit app. You can no longer use Fitbit without a Google account. This took some getting used to and installation took longer than I expected.
Google Maps An advantage of the collaboration with Google is that Google Maps is included on the Charge 6. I activate Google Maps in the Fitbit app. If I activate a route on my smartphone, I get the directions on my Fitbit screen. This means I can leave my smartphone in my bag while cycling or walking.
Sport A Fitbit is not for avid athletes. The Charge 6 works fine for my runs. The GPS is not always correct. I like that this Charge automatically tracks walks. I often don't think about taking a walk. So it is useful that Charge 6 does this itself. Throughout the day I receive notifications to exercise more.
Lodi. Smartwatch specialist.
30 November 2023
Automatically translated from Nederlands
The design is brilliant, the execution in terms of quality i
- Does everything you want
- Slim design
- The quality is just bad. This is my 4th in 4 years
The design is brilliant, the execution in terms of quality is a blunder
M.
31 December 2023
Automatically translated from Nederlands
Syncing with Samsung Tab A8 is a disaster
- Syncing with Samsung Tab A8 is a disaster
I switched from Charge 2 to Charge 6. The Charge 6 looks more like a smartwatch because of the many extra functions compared to Charge 2. But, I only care about monitoring my heart rhythm and reading the time. After a few days, synchronization with Samsung Tab A8 was no longer possible. Been busy for an hour. Removed Charge 6 and registered again in app. Ultimately it worked, but the data from the past 2 days has disappeared. How is that possible? That data is still on the Charge 6. In other words, a bug in the app to only accept data after registration. And the app still sucks because you can't swipe from the heart rate graph from one day to the next/previous day. The battery percentage icon is much too small, although it is important to charge on time.
Tis
21 January 2024
Automatically translated from Nederlands
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Receive more coverage in case of damage than with your standard warranty. Coolblue takes care of everything: from taking out the insurance to repairs. Is a repair not possible? You receive the purchase price as CoolblueCredit.
What am I insured for?
- Fall and impact damage
- Water damage
- Manufacturing defects outside the warranty
- Theft(Optional)
What am I not insured for?
- Damage you deliberately cause
- Damage that doesn't affect the product functioning (such as scratches)
- Damage due to gross negligence
XCover insurace
XCover is allowed to arrange and process insurances on behalf of the insurer. The insurances are governed by Belgium law. If you have a complaint, you can contact the or our customer service.
How do I insure my smartwatch?
First, add your smartwatch to your shopping cart. On the next page, choose one of the Protection Plans below. You always have a 30-day return window and pay no deductible in case of damage or theft.
XCover Protection Plan with theft cover
- 2-year advance payment13,99 one-time payment (7,- per year)
XCover Protection without theft cover
- 2-year advance payment10,99 one-time payment (5,50 per year)
The insurance can be canceled every year, even if you have paid in advance. If you cancel earlier, you will receive a refund for the overpaid amount.
Will this small watch look good on my wrist?
This watch has a small watch case. We recommend these if you have a maximum wrist circumference of 15cm. Measure your wrist circumference 2 fingers above your wrist joint, just above the protruding part. Is your wrist circumference larger? This watch may not be the best for you. Read which watch case size we do recommend.
Specifications
Product
Product number | 936293 | |
Manufacturer code | GA05183-EU | |
Brand | Fitbit | |
Warranty | 2 years | |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue |
Operating system
Compatible with operating system | Android, iOS | |
Required iPhone model | iPhone 6s or later | |
Operating system | Fitbit OS | |
Year introduced | 2023 | |
Guaranteed support with updates | 24 months after release date |
General properties smartwatch
Watch case color | Black | |
Watch case material | Aluminum | |
Watch case shape | Rectangle | |
Height | 37 mm | |
Width | 23 mm | |
Depth | 11 mm | |
Weight | 20 g | |
Size watch case | Small | |
Recommended for wrist circumference | 13 - 15 cm | |
Shockproof |
Watch strap properties
Watch strap material | Silicone | |
Watch strap color | Black | |
Closure type | Snap button | |
Interchangeable watch strap | ||
Compatibility watch strap | Product specific |
Screen properties
Screen type | AMOLED | |
Always-on display | ||
Data display | Digital | |
Touchscreen | ||
Color screen | ||
Adjustable watch face | ||
Type of glass | Gorilla glass |
Battery
Battery life in time mode | 168 hours | |
Battery life in sports mode | 5 hours | |
Battery/battery capacity | 0,65 Ah | |
Energy source solar power | ||
Wireless charging |
Connectivity
Internet connection options | WiFi only | |
Bluetooth | ||
ANT+ | ||
Independent music player | ||
Music controls | ||
Built-in microphone | ||
Built-in speakers | ||
Spoken directions | ||
Call options | Only answer calls | |
Smartphone notifications | Receive messages, Send messages | |
Smart reply | ||
App installation possible | ||
Camera operation | ||
NFC | ||
Contactless payment | ||
Contactless payment system | Fitbit Pay | |
Country contactless payment | Belgium, Germany, The Netherlands |
Daily activities
Pedometer | ||
Measures distance | ||
Speedometer | ||
Calorie counter | ||
Measures stairs climbed |
Heart rate measurement
Heart rate measurement | ||
Type of heart rate measurement | ECG heart rate measurement, Optical heart rate measurement | |
Heart rate measurement under water |
Health properties
Quality of health readings | Excellent | |
Skin temperature sensor | ||
Oximeter | ||
Blood pressure monitor | ||
EDA sensor | ||
Sleep score | ||
Measure REM sleep | ||
Average heart rate during sleep | ||
Measure recovery during sleep | ||
Menstrual cycle tracking | ||
Pregnancy monitoring |
Sports properties
Quality of sports readings | Decent | |
Recommended for sports | Biking, Fitness, Hiking, Running, Swimming | |
Adjust sport profiles | ||
Manual training programs | ||
Save personal records | ||
Measure fitness age | ||
Recovery advice | ||
Interval training | ||
VO2 max measurement | ||
Automatic pausing | ||
Measures minutes of intensive training | ||
Measures average speed during activity | ||
Lap counter | ||
Race prognosis | ||
Measures step distance | ||
Measure running cadence | ||
Measures swimming distance | ||
Measures swimming speed | ||
Swimming lap counter | ||
Connection to fitness machines possible | ||
ATM score | 5 |
GPS
Built-in GPS receiver | ||
Global satellite navigation system | GLONASS, GPS | |
GPS application | Route registration |
Sensors
Compass | ||
Altimeter | ||
Accelerometer | ||
Thermometer |
Other functionalities
Fall detection | ||
Alarm function | ||
Geofencing |