The $179 Fitbit Edge lasts a week, but came up short on distance in two tests
Battery and everyday health tracking hold up. Runners should know both reviewers' distance tests read short, and there's no tap-to-pay.
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Google Fitbit EdgePrice, Battery Life, Specs & a Battery You Can Replace
Released Guide updated
The Fitbit Edge is Google's newest fitness tracker: an aluminum band with a 1.3-inch AMOLED screen, built-in GPS, an altimeter for hills and stairs, and an ECG app that checks your heart rhythm. It is also Google's first repairable tracker, with a battery you can replace. Google rates the battery at up to 7 days, and it costs $179.99 at the Google Store.
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If you use Google Wallet on your wrist, the $124 Charge 6 is the better buy, since the $179 Edge can't pay at all.
Read the story - Google's $179.99 Fitbit Edge ships October 27 with a battery you can replace
Pre-orders are open now. The Charge 6 replacement gets a bigger screen and a week of battery, but no NFC, so it can't pay for anything.
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What Fitbit Edge does best
Comparison
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Price
$179.99
The official list price to buy it.
Weight
18g
Grams on your wrist. Lower is lighter.
Battery life
~7 days
How long it lasts on its own, away from a charger.
Price
Google Fitbit Edge$179.99
Amazfit Helio Strap$99.99
Fitbit Charge 6$159.95
Garmin Cirqa$199.99Weight
Battery life
Current list prices.
The tracker as worn, without a charger.
Battery life can vary based on usage, settings and firmware version.
If not this one
- If battery life decides itWHOOP MG
Lasts longer: 14+ day battery, against up to 7 days here.
Quick answers
All FAQsQuick answers
How much does the Google Fitbit Edge cost?
The Google Store lists the Fitbit Edge at $179.99, the price Google launched it at. The Stephen Curry Special Edition costs $219.99.
Should I buy the Fitbit Edge?
No reason to wait, and no deal to chase. The Fitbit Edge came out Oct 27, 2026, and its best price today is $179.99 at Google Store. For a model this new, iDevice's advice is to buy it if you want it, not to wait for a drop. Price checked Oct. 29, 2026. See the full answer on the Google Fitbit Edge
How long does the Fitbit Edge battery last?
Google rates it at up to 7 days. That figure was measured with the features that are on by default in Battery Saver mode, and turning on other features lowers it.
At a glance
THIS PRODUCTGoogle Fitbit Edge
COMPARE WITHFitbit Charge 6Price
The starting list price, not a temporary sale price. It is usually the first thing that rules a product in or out.
From $179.99
$129.95 (regularly $159.95)
Ongoing cost
Some products need a membership after you buy the hardware.
ECG
Continuous heart rate is the base for sleep, recovery and strain scores.
AFib alerts
Continuous heart rate is the base for sleep, recovery and strain scores.
GPS
Continuous heart rate is the base for sleep, recovery and strain scores.
Sizes
A product only works well if it fits comfortably.
Technical specs⌄
Connectivity
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and other connections determine what the device can work with.
Charging
A proprietary cable is one more thing to lose; a case or puck changes the routine.
Blood oxygen
Continuous heart rate is the base for sleep, recovery and strain scores.
Skin temperature
Continuous heart rate is the base for sleep, recovery and strain scores.
Sleep stages
Continuous heart rate is the base for sleep, recovery and strain scores.
Google
Fine to buy.
It's new and prices rarely drop this early, so buy it if you want it.
Fitbit Edge
Where to buy
| Store | Price | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Google Store | $179.99 | Buy |
Price history
On sale since Oct 27, and no new model is close. Buy it if you want it.
- Price history
- Still collecting (2 of 7 days)
- Stores we check
- 1Google Store
Returns and warranty
Returns and warranty details
Returns
Warranty
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What's in the box
What comes in the box with the Google Fitbit Edge?
Here is what you get when you open it.
Google Fitbit Edge tracker
Active BandSmall and large sizes
USB-C fast charging cable
Quick Start GuideFrom Google. Checked Oct 28, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Questions about Fitbit Edge
Top questions
How much does the Google Fitbit Edge cost?
The Google Store lists the Fitbit Edge at $179.99, the price Google launched it at. The Stephen Curry Special Edition costs $219.99.
Should I buy the Fitbit Edge?
No reason to wait, and no deal to chase. The Fitbit Edge came out Oct 27, 2026, and its best price today is $179.99 at Google Store. For a model this new, iDevice's advice is to buy it if you want it, not to wait for a drop. Price checked Oct. 29, 2026. See the full answer on the Google Fitbit Edge
How long does the Fitbit Edge battery last?
Google rates it at up to 7 days. That figure was measured with the features that are on by default in Battery Saver mode, and turning on other features lowers it.
How long does the Fitbit Edge take to charge?
About 90 minutes to full with the USB-C fast charging cable in the box. When the battery is low, 5 minutes of charging gives up to 1 day of use.
Can you replace the Fitbit Edge battery?
Yes. The Edge is Google's first repairable fitness tracker, and its battery is user-replaceable, so the tracker can last longer.
Does the Fitbit Edge have GPS?
Yes. It has built-in GPS with Galileo, so it maps outdoor runs and rides without your phone, and an altimeter that tracks elevation on hills and stairs.
Is the Fitbit Edge waterproof?
It is water resistant to 50 meters, rated 5 ATM and IP68, but it is not waterproof.
Does the Fitbit Edge need a subscription?
No, but the personal coaching from Google Health Coach needs a Google Health Premium membership. The Edge comes with three months of Premium, and you must be over 18 to join.
Can the Fitbit Edge check for AFib?
Yes. It watches your heart rhythm while you are still or asleep for signs of atrial fibrillation (AFib), and the ECG app lets you take a heart rhythm reading anytime. The ECG app is only in select countries and is not meant for people under 22.
How does the Fitbit Edge track sleep?
It tracks your sleep stages (light, deep and REM) and sums up each night in a Sleep Score. Its alarm has smart wake.
What workouts does the Fitbit Edge track?
You can start more than 50 exercise modes from your wrist, and it recognizes up to 100 workouts on its own, even if you forget to hit start.
Can the Fitbit Edge control music?
Yes. Its media controls play, pause, skip and change the volume on any Bluetooth-connected media player.
What comes in the box with the Fitbit Edge?
The tracker, an Active Band in small and large, a USB-C fast charging cable and a quick start guide.
What sizes does the Fitbit Edge band come in?
Both sizes come in the box. Small fits wrists 130 to 170 mm around and large fits 170 to 210 mm.
Using it
Do I need a subscription?
A subscription is optional. The hardware works without one.
What does it cost?
It costs $179.99. That is the list price.
Does it have GPS?
Yes, it has its own GPS. It works without your phone.
Does it work with my phone?
Yes, it works with an iPhone or an Android phone.
How big is the screen?
The screen measures 1.3 inches.
How heavy is it?
It weighs 32g.
How does it connect?
It connects over Bluetooth.
Where do I wear it?
You wear it on your wrist.
Does it take an ECG?
Yes, it takes an ECG. It is a regulated feature, so availability varies by country.
Does it measure blood oxygen?
Yes, it measures your blood oxygen.
Does it track heart rate?
Yes, it tracks your heart rate.
Does it track HRV?
Yes, it tracks your HRV.
Does it track sleep stages?
Yes, it tracks your sleep stages.
Does it read skin temperature?
Yes, it reads your skin temperature.
Will it warn me about an irregular rhythm?
Yes, it warns you about an irregular rhythm.
Does it count steps?
Yes, it counts your steps.
Does it have a screen?
Yes, it has a screen.
Battery and charging
How fast does it charge?
It charges in 90 minutes, to 100%. That is wired, with a fast charger.
How big is the battery?
The battery is 65 mAh.
Water
Can it get wet (shower, pool, swimming)?
Yes, you can shower and swim in it. It is rated to 50m, and for snorkelling.
Price and models
Is there a newer one?
No. The Fitbit Edge is the current model.
Returns and warranty
In the box
The $179 Fitbit Edge lasts a week, but came up short on distance in two tests
Battery and everyday health tracking hold up. Runners should know both reviewers' distance tests read short, and there's no tap-to-pay.
Google says under 1% of Charge 6 owners paid by wrist, so the Fitbit Edge has no NFC
If you use Google Wallet on your wrist, the $124 Charge 6 is the better buy, since the $179 Edge can't pay at all.
Google's $179.99 Fitbit Edge ships October 27 with a battery you can replace
Pre-orders are open now. The Charge 6 replacement gets a bigger screen and a week of battery, but no NFC, so it can't pay for anything.
Google teases its next Fitbit for October 12, and the tagline says Edge
Google's health account posted "Get an Edge on your health" with the date 10.12.26. The leaked Fitbit Edge is a band with a 1.3-inch OLED screen, reported ECG and a price near $180.
The Fitbit Edge leaks at €179 with a battery you can swap
The first leaked price puts the Edge about €20 above the Charge 6, and the spec list adds ECG, blood pressure trends and iPhone support.
The Fitbit Edge may be the Google band from September's FCC filing
The filing's screen, GNSS and missing Wi-Fi and cellular fit the leaked Edge, but Google hasn't confirmed the link or the device.
Fitbit Edge images show a screen band with seven days of battery
Android Headlines' exclusive images show the Fitbit Edge, a screen band with GPS and up to seven days of battery, expected to replace the Charge.