Fitbit Flex
Fitness Trackers

Flex

Fitbit

Released May 1, 2013 · Analysis updated Aug 14, 2026

This lightweight, water-resistant fitness tracker offers a comfortable fit and reliable connection for easy daily activity monitoring. The Fitbit Flex scores 77/100 based on 6 expert reviews in the fitness trackers category. Coverage includes reviews from Pcmag, Hungryhobby, Cnet, and Fitnessista.

Critic Score

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77

based on 6 expert reviews

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Pros

  • Easy to use(3)
  • Water resistant(3)
  • Lightweight design(2)
  • Reliable connection(2)
  • Comfortable fit(2)

Cons

  • Inaccurate tracking(7)
  • No display(3)
  • Limited device sync(2)

6 Publication Reviews

90
Major publication09/2016

AI summary of this review

The Flex 2 is a great entry-level tracker that upgrades the original with a fully waterproof design, color LEDs, and a variety of ways to wear it.

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86
Independent publication07/2014

AI summary of this review

So far I really love the fitbit, it's a fun little way to get more activity into your daily life.

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77
Major publication05/2013

AI summary of this review

A long list of features and a comfortable fit make Fitbit’s new Flex the best fitness tracker you can buy.

Score estimated from the review text

72
Independent publication01/2014

AI summary of this review

All in all, I’m really happy with it.

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70
Major publication11/2017

AI summary of this review

The Fitbit Flex is a great starting point for anyone looking to join the Fitbit market, though it is far from the company's best product.

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68
Independent publication05/2021

AI summary of this review

Ultimately, I think the best way to put it is that I’ve been slightly disappointed by the Fitbit.

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