Fitbit Flex 2
Reviewer: Atifi
Track Your Day
Brandishing a fitness tracker is all the rage now and I too have joined the bandwagon. I am no closer to losing any weight, but tracking my day has given me a sense of achievement (and justification to have dessert). The Fitbit Flex 2 is a great gateway into having a tracker, especially if you still prefer wearing your good ol’ watch and don’t need a heart-rate monitor.
Slimmer, Sleeker
The Flex 2, as the name suggest, is the second generation of the popular model. It is 30% slimmer than its predecessor and deviates away from the conventional band-style fitness trackers. The tracker itself can be popped in and out of the sleek elastomer band with ease, yet still remain secure when intended. It is also water-resistant and swim-proof of up to 50 meters. I’ve taken it into the shower and the pool – it works swimmingly well.
Accessorise Your Tracker
The pill/tablet design on the tracker allows you to interchange between accessories as easy as 1,2,3! Aside from the classic elastomer wristbands, Fitbit released some luxury accessories that will transform your Flex 2 from sporty to chic in no time. My favourites are the luxe pendants and bangles – a great way to jazz up your outfit while still tracking your day. That said, for the pendants, features like SmartTrack and auto sleep tracking are disabled.
1 – All-in-One
Unlike the other Fitbit models, the Flex 2 comes packaged with two band sizes.
2 – Auto Recognition
The SmartTrack feature allows the Flex 2 to auto recognise and records the exercise you do to the app – from running, cycling to swimming. A nifty feature since it doesn’t have a display.
3 – Colour-Coded
The vertical LED display uses colour-coded lights to show progress toward your daily goal, and keeps you connected with call and text notifications.
Specs
Price: RM480
Dimensions: 31.7×8.9×6.8mm (tracker only)
Weight: 23.5g (tracker only)
Sensors & Components: 3-axis accelerometer; Vibration motor
Display: LED display with 5 indicator lights
Connectivity: Bluetooth 4.0
Rating
V – 8
P – 8.5
F – 8.5
D – 9
U – 9
Score: 8.6
