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How to wear a Charge 5?

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‎10-10-2023 23:44 - last edited on ‎10-11-2023 05:47 by Fitbit Moderator

‎10-10-2023 23:44 - last edited on ‎10-11-2023 05:47 by Fitbit Moderator

I am thinking of upgrading from an inspire 2 to a charge 5 at Xmas. I find wearing the Fitbit on my wrist uncomfortable and as I work with animals it’s impractical as it just gets in the way. I usually wear it on my bicep with a new strap I bought. Does the charge 5 have to be worn on the wrist for best use or can I wear it higher up? Thanks in advance.

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‎10-11-2023 03:05

‎10-11-2023 03:05

Welcome to the Fitbit community, @eddycurrent!

To check Fitbit's recommendations on how to wear your Charge 5 please hav a look here:

Fitbit - Wear Charge 5 

I'm skeptical if wearing your device on your upper arm will give you correct step tracking as arm movement in this section is not as extensive as on your wrist. Also i doubt there will be reliable, if any, heart rate tracking this way.

Stefan
Charge, Charge HR, Blaze, Versa, Versa 2, Charge 5, Charge 6, Versa 4, Aria, Aria 2, Pixel 4a, Pixel 7
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