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Fitbit Inspire 3Price, Battery Life, Specs & Sleep Tracking
On salePrice$99.95
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The Inspire 3 is Fitbit's entry-level tracker: a thin, light band with a color touchscreen that tracks steps, heart rate, sleep stages, blood oxygen and stress around the clock. It uses your phone's GPS for pace and distance, and it can alert you to signs of an irregular heart rhythm. Google rates the battery at up to 10 days, and it costs $99.95 at the Google Store.
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Cost over 3 years
$99.95
Device price plus three years of subscription, where one applies.
Weight
18g
Grams on your wrist. Lower is lighter.
Battery life
~10 days
How long it lasts on its own, away from a charger.
Cost over 3 years
Fitbit AirGoogle Health Premium costs $9.99 a month. It is optional. Over 3 years that is $360.
A Gemini health coach, training plans that adjust as you go, and deeper sleep analysis. It is included if you already pay for Google AI Pro.
Amazfit Helio Strap$99.99
Garmin CirqaGarmin Connect+ costs $5.83 a month, billed $69.99 a year. It is optional. Over 3 years that is $210.
Daily AI suggestions built from your own data, coaching videos, live workout stats on your phone, and more detailed dashboards.
Whoop 5.0WHOOP One costs $16.58 a month, billed $199 a year. It is required. The band is not sold on its own. The membership is the purchase. Over 3 years that is $597.
Everything. The membership is how you get the band, and the app is the only place your data appears. Peak costs $239 a year and adds the stress and health monitors.
Weight
Battery life
DeviceSubscription
The tracker as worn, without a charger.
Battery life can vary based on usage, settings and firmware version.
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Lasts longer: 14+ day battery, against up to 10 days here.
Quick answers
All FAQsQuick answers
How much does the Fitbit Inspire 3 cost?
The Google Store lists the Inspire 3 at $99.95, the same price it launched at in 2022.
Should I buy the Fitbit Inspire 3?
No need to rush. Nothing about the price makes today the day to buy. It is $99.95 at Google Store, price checked Oct. 21, 2026. See the full answer on the Google Fitbit Inspire 3
How long does the Fitbit Inspire 3 battery last?
Google rates it at up to 10 days. With the always-on display turned on, Fitbit rates it at 3 or more days with default settings.
At a glance
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Ongoing cost
Some products need a membership after you buy the hardware.
Heart rate
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.
Irregular Rhythm Notifications supporteduses optical pulse data, not ECG
Gps
Continuous heart rate is the base for sleep, recovery and strain scores.
Connected GPS via phoneno on-device GPS listed
Fit and sizes
A product only works well if it fits comfortably.
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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.
Included USB-C charging cable0–100% in about 90 minutes; about one day of battery from 5 minutes
Blood oxygen
Continuous heart rate is the base for sleep, recovery and strain scores.
Yes, red and infrared sensorsovernight SpO2 estimates
Skin temperature
Continuous heart rate is the base for sleep, recovery and strain scores.
Sleep staging
Continuous heart rate is the base for sleep, recovery and strain scores.
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Frequently asked questions
Questions about Fitbit Inspire 3
Top questions
How much does the Fitbit Inspire 3 cost?
The Google Store lists the Inspire 3 at $99.95, the same price it launched at in 2022.
Should I buy the Fitbit Inspire 3?
No need to rush. Nothing about the price makes today the day to buy. It is $99.95 at Google Store, price checked Oct. 21, 2026. See the full answer on the Google Fitbit Inspire 3
How long does the Fitbit Inspire 3 battery last?
Google rates it at up to 10 days. With the always-on display turned on, Fitbit rates it at 3 or more days with default settings.
How long does the Inspire 3 take to charge?
About two hours from empty to full, with the charging cable that comes in the box.
Does the Fitbit Inspire 3 have GPS?
It uses your phone's GPS. Connect it to your phone to see pace and distance on walks, runs, hikes and bike rides.
Is the Fitbit Inspire 3 waterproof?
It is water resistant to 50 meters, rated 5 ATM, but Google says it is not waterproof. It is made for shallow water, not for water at high speed or high temperature.
Does the Fitbit Inspire 3 need a subscription?
Some extras need Google Health Premium, a paid membership, such as the detailed Stress Management Score breakdown and the wellness report. The Inspire 3 comes with 3 months of Premium.
Can the Fitbit Inspire 3 watch my heart?
It tracks heart rate around the clock, notifies you when your resting heart rate is above or below your usual range, and checks for signs of an irregular heart rhythm that may be AFib.
How does the Fitbit Inspire 3 track sleep?
It tracks how long you sleep and your time in light, deep and REM sleep, and gives you a Sleep Score. A Smart Wake alarm vibrates to wake you in a good sleep stage.
Can I wear the Fitbit Inspire 3 as a clip?
Yes. With the Inspire 3 Clip, sold separately, you can wear it on your shirt, pocket or bra instead of your wrist.
Does the Fitbit Inspire 3 show phone notifications?
Yes. It shows calls, texts and app notifications on your wrist when your phone is nearby.
What sizes does the Fitbit Inspire 3 band come in?
Both sizes come in the box. Small fits wrists 5.1 to 7.5 inches around and large fits 6.3 to 8.7 inches.
What comes in the box with the Fitbit Inspire 3?
The Inspire 3 tracker, a classic wristband in small and large, and a charging cable.
Using it
Do I need a subscription?
A subscription is optional. The hardware works without one.
What does it cost?
It costs $99.95. That is the list price.
Does it have GPS?
It gets GPS from your phone. It has no GPS of its own, so it borrows the phone's.
Does it work with my phone?
Yes, it works with an iPhone or an Android phone.
How heavy is it?
It weighs 17.69g.
How does it connect?
It connects over Bluetooth.
Where do I wear it?
You wear it on your wrist.
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 120 minutes, to 100%. That is wired, with a fast charger.
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 Inspire 3 is the current model.
Returns and warranty
In the box
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