The Fitbit Charge 6 is the best fitness tracker for most folks in 2024, but what about its predecessor, the Fitbit Charge 5 which can often be found at a discounted price? The two devices look quite similar and share a lot of features and tech — here's a closer analysis of how they compare — the question is, which counts steps with better accuracy?
Both have an onboard GPS and accelerometer to keep tabs on location and movement and both provide a useful buffet of post-workout metrics, including pace, max and average heart rate, calories burned and of course, steps taken.
