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I have had a One for 3 years now and love it but am a bit disappointed that some features are not available on it (e.g.. active mins per hour etc). Please can you make a new clip on fitbit with more features. I really don't want a wrist one at all.
For what it's worth, for the brief time I owned my Versa, I did step comparisons between that and the One for a few days. In generally 15-20K steps per day, the Versa would report back roughly 5-10% more steps than the One. I assume this was due to hand/wrist movement. The One was either in my pocket or clipped to my shorts while exercising.
I returned the Versa due to the mystery step phenomena which you can read about in the Versa forum and Fitbit has yet to fix despite being aware of this issue for many months now.
Hmm. You are right; I hadn't thought of that.! I only did a cursory Google search, but it looks like some retailers still have the HR 2 available. Maybe they're only selling current stock.
As to it possibly not being accurate--FitBit says over and over again (but I mean, they also say over and over again that they offer something for everyone...) that the algorithm is not as accurate to use a wrist tracker as a clip tracker, but I find the step count to be comparable to what I would expect from my dear, departed One. I wear it clipped to my waistband however, not to my bra strap, as some people do. The only thing that seems slightly different (maybe!) is that I might get more active minutes, but I'm not sure.
Plus, isn't the Versa the version that can be worn as a necklace, and I wondered how that would be accurate??!
And on the flip side of it--people who wear it on their wrist, regularly give feedback about inaccurate step counts, because it does not count steps if your hands are at rest, but you are actually walking or running--such as on a stroller or grocery cart. And it does count steps when your hands are moving, but your body is at rest--such as knitting. Or one of my sister's co-workers at the lab where they work, racked up thousands of steps moving things from one container to another with a pipette.
So I found it to be the best of the not-so-great options... I would prefer the One, because it actually did all the things I wanted to do, without having to consider all of the above complications! And I didn't have the wherewithal to go with out a FitBit, as many have threatened to do. I wish I could say I would boycott them too, but I went for nearly a month without it, and I could sense I wasn't moving as much as before, and I missed chatting in the challenges with my family.
I am still hoping that Fitbit will come up with a clip on tracker or option that is accurate and has the features that us One/former One wearers need. My One quit working in May, I went without for a few months and then decided to try the Flex 2. The flex 2 works as advertised when worn on the wrist, it impressively picks up activities and was even fairly accurate in an open water swim! But after the initial week I have been using it with a clip and the only feature now is steps. It does not track sleep or auto track activities at all when worn centrally. The steps are fairly accurate though. It is probably a better option than the Zip as it is rechargeable and waterproof, and as a clip on with the same features as the Zip and would end up being cheaper with the savings in battery costs. If I decide to upgrade in the future I will look at the charge 3 so will be interested to read experiences with it as a clip on regarding accuracy, sleep tracking etc.
@Fitbit please provide a clip on tracker that tracks more than steps!
I believe they make third party clips for the Fitbit Alta/Flex line of products. These are smaller than the Charge HR line. That may be my next path when my One dies.
I've been really happy wearing my Alta as a clip (I got the clip from Amazon). It's a good replacement for my One, the only thing missing is the flights of stairs but for me that was just a "nice to have"
They do, make clips for the Alta, as long as you're ok without the stair counting feature. (I do factor that into my activity level, so it was important to me.)
Add me to the list of people who a) Love their One b) Cannot wear a wrist-based tracker and c) want fitbit to come up with a proper clip-on replacement that is *not* the zip.
Many years ago when I first decided to invest in a step & fitness tracker, I looked carefully at all the options available at the time, and the fitbit One was by far the clear choice for me. There absolutely is a need for a proper clip-on tracker without us have to rig up options using another tracker. I don't see how to vote, but I hope adding my comment will be another piece of evidence.
Unfortunately - there doesn't seem to be anything like the One out there by any company.
Those new to the forum - while it isn't a perfect fix, there is an aftermarket clip for the Fitbit Alta (if you don't need the floors function) or the Charge2 can fit in a clip made for the GarminVivofit. In a clip, they are about the same size and can be worn as the One was. The prices are comparable too. We are a Fitbit family and have a few styles around, and I've experimented and I think the wrist trackers are just as accurate (or more so) for steps when worn clipped. They have some upgraded features too (like auto-tracking of exercise and sleep). I'll still wear my One until it dies, but then I'll just switch to a Charge2 (hopefully they don't discontinue it soon, with the Charge3 now out ... we do not have that one in the family for me to compare size and if it fits in the Garmin clip). Really, Fitbit would benefit from making clip cases for ALL their wrist devices - even people who are more than happy with a watch type and wear it that way 95% of the time would have occasions when they would prefer to wear it clipped (even the bigger, bulkier styles) and would at least like the option. Just another accessory!
People are even wearing the strap style on their ankles at times ... looks a little like they are on house arrest, but it works 😉
Thank you for information on using the Garmin Vivofit clip for the Charge 2 Is there a specific one? I looked online on Amazon and there were a variety of clips but none mentioned Charge 2 compatibility. So could you please elaborate or send a link to the one that works thanks in advance
@Scrapjen They have already removed the Charge 2 from their Products line and replaced it with the Charge 3. You can probably find one other places until their stock runs out, but my best guess is that as soon as Fitbit releases a new model in an existing line, they stop producing the old one.
Hey, all, I had a thought a few days ago and just did the search.
We have two friends with FDM 3D printers and they routinely share print ideas via thingiverse.com. We don't own one, but did just recently back an SLA printer on Kickstarter (possible delivery in November). But I got to thinking - how many people are making custom things for Fitbit trackers? The answer is - A LOT!!!
different fixes for broken bits - like the end piece that came off my One clip holders to keep your fitbit in a certain position while charging
with a twist of irony to this thread, several wrist straps for the One
And my favorite, a box shaped case for a Zip to mount onto a dog's collar and track your K-9's daily steps. Now I wish we hadn't lost our Zip.
But maybe, just maybe, someone out there could create a great clip on device for the Charge 3.
I know the Charge3 doesn't fit the same bands as the Charge2 ... not sure how close the styles are in actual size of the device itself. The fit into the Garmin Vivofit 3 clip IS a tight squeeze already, so if the Charge3 is any bigger I'm not sure if it would fit like the Charge 2 does.
@Sunrider... a wrist strap for the One. That IS ironic! There are crafters making some clip holders for the blaze, ionic, etc on Etsy, but nothing mainstream as of yet.
There are 10 of them in one package, which really wasn't necessary...and I can't quite remember how I made that decision at the time. I think I chose it based on the cost/value, as compared to the others listed, and visually they looked large enough to fit. (I am the person who attempted to write a helpful review for that item and said it fits the FitBit Charge HR 2). At least, this way I'll never run out of clips? At least that's how I rationalized it to myself.
The first time I put it in the clip, it was a bit of a tight squeeze and looked awkward. After less than a week, it actually looked totally natural, like it was a proper clip for the Charge HR (at least to me). I think the silicone molds to the shape after a while. While the silicone has enough give to it, the clip portion is very sturdy--as I found with non-FitBit clips, these are much, much more durable and less likely to come unclipped than the FitBit branded clip for the One. I think I've had it since August or so, and it shows no signs of wear; the grip on the clip doesn't even seem like it's decreased.
Hope that's helpful to someone out there!
I can't speak to if it would fit the HR 3, since I haven't seen what the HR 3 looks like in person, disconnected from the wrist strap. But I guess if anyone is thinking about trying this workaround, now would be the time to make the jump, while retailers still have products available. Cost-co is already out of them in-store. I bought mine from their online store a few months ago.
Some good suggestions here. Thanks for the info on clip alternative too.
Although I truly prefer the One I also have a Charge 2. Would buy another One in a heart beat if they bring it or improved version back.
I am very disappointed that Fitbit is taking Charge 2 out of line with introduction of Charge 3. ALL the reviews on the help forum are poor. Apparently there are a lot of major software issues with the Charge 3
Yeah, must admit, I've lost hope in them reviving the One, given their lack of detailed response to our concerns. I've been especially missing my One, because the Charge HR needs to be recharged about every 6-7 days; maybe it's my wishful thinking, but I swear my One lasted 10 days on a charge, probably because the screen wasn't so fancy.
For what it's worth, a few people mentioned they didn't know how to vote... If you're on a desktop computer, you can scroll to the top of the post and look for the Thumbs Up icon, with the number of votes above it (currently a very low 287, as compared to the other features discussions, at least), then click on the Thumbs Up.
Its seems so weird that they discontinued the One when it was so popular. I know things do need to be upgraded but evrything is being upgraded/updated all the all time. I am a believer if it ain't broke don't fix it. And the One certainly fits into this category.
If you scroll all the way up to the top of the original post, look to the left hand side and you will see a "thumbs up" icon. Click on that icon to vote (I think this will illuminate indicating your vote - if I remember corectly). Do not click on it more than once because it will also take away/resend your vote too.
Last year there was a very active group of us who were lobbying for the One to be brought back. Many comments were posted, suggestions made, complaints registered. Some of the posts encouraged that we use social media and/or direct contact with the CEO to make our feelings known. Occasionally, a Fitbit rep would enter the conversation to suggest the Zip or other products that clearly were not what we were looking for. Finally, some of the posts began to be "redirected", edited, removed. Fitbit wasn't happy about the negative comments, I guess. That's when I knew they would not be bringing back the One. I still read the comments that show up in my email but just wanted you all to know how we were treated last year. I hope I'm wrong and that the Fitbit company decides to add a new clip-on device that provides all the features of the One, perhaps even more. My One is still functioning and I purchased another via eBay last year that I'll use when this one bites the dust.
Wow, mayclaire3, this is Fitbit similar behavior as to what has happened in the Versa Forum. If you peruse to that forum, you'll see there is a top sticky post regarding Versa mystery steps while charging. Without delving into the details this is a problem from the Versa inception (last April) that has not been fixed and continues still. I was lucky to be able to return mine within the return the policy. Others were not and many have had multiple replacements exhibit the same failure but Fitbit would not allow them to exchange the product for a money refund. Anyhow subjective posts including some of mine and in particular when members posted a way you could get them to refund your money were deleted by the moderators. Very much a controlled atmosphere.
I'm not sure what direction Fiitbit is trying to go in these days but based on continued depressed stock value, I'm not sure it's working. When my One finally dies, I think I will be leaving the Fitbit family (I've been a member since the original Ultra) which is a shame because I like the challenges, etc as well as the Fitness app but I have a very sour feeling now regarding the company.
Looks like they feel they have to compete on the wrist, which is where they're visible. The paradigm seems to be to emulate a smart watch, since the Apple Watch gets huge publicity and sales.
But all trackers seem to have settled on the wrist.
It would be one thing if they offered accessory holders which let you clip on elsewhere but only third-parties are making such accessories, so I'm not even sure they're designing these newer trackers to work anywhere but the wrist.
Before smart watches kind of killed the momentum with dedicated trackers, other startups were working on trackers for ankles and so forth but obviously that's all gone now.
I think Fitbit is hanging on, probably now depending on loyal customers to upgrade, rather than expanding the market and seeing new customers, as was the case about 4 years ago, before Apple Watch hit.
I have ordered an Alta to replace my One that died. I am going to attempt to use it as a clip-on rather than on my wrist. This is a last-ditch effort to remain with the FitBit family.
If I'm not happy with it, I guess I'll look elsewhere for a clip-on tracker.
-- "One filled with JOY preaches without preaching!" -- Mother Teresa
Alta doesn't track floors climbed if I'm not mistaken?
I see some Charge and Charge 2s on sale, like an Orange Charge for $57 on Amazon and Charge 2 for $75 at Bed Bath and Beyond.
But sounds like Fitbit quickly iterated to Charge 3 because those earlier versions didn't seem to have been received too well.
There are clip-on holders for the Flex but not for the Charge models that I've seen. I guess since it has display and HR sensors, people assume they'd only wear on the wrist.
I browse my iPad while warming up on a treadmill at the gym. It's a fairly good pace and my Apple Watch workout app. vastly underestimates the distance walked/jogged, while the Fitbit One in the pocket of my shorts is more closer to what the treadmill itself registers as distance.
That's why I don't see the point in wrist trackers for jogging or even some walking unless you're swinging your arms all the time. What if you're just walking around all day but carrying something? How much is your wrist going to swing then?
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