Is the Fitbit Edge worth it?

Fine to buy.

The Fitbit Edge came out Oct 27, 2026, and the best price today is $179.99 at Google Store. It's still new, so our advice is simple: if you want it, buy it rather than wait for a price drop.

Price checked Oct. 29, 2026

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Current price

$179.99

at Google Store · Checked Oct. 29, 2026

Latest development Updated Oct. 26The $179 Fitbit Edge lasts a week, but came up short on distance in two tests

Why we think so.

Timing

No newer model is expected in the next 90 days.

Price

We started tracking this price on Oct 28, 2026, so it's too soon to compare it with past prices.

Works with

Works with iPhone and Android.

Worth choosing?

It's a fine time to buy, but another model does better on battery life. Of the 7 other trackers we compare, some do better on battery life (WHOOP MG and WHOOP 5.0). We can't compare sleep tracking, recovery and training and health sensors yet.

Will it work for you?

iPhoneWorks

The Fitbit Edge works with most iPhones on iOS 16.4 or higher through the Google Health app.

The Google Health app on iOS 16.4 or higher, and a Google Account.

AndroidWorks

The Fitbit Edge works with most Android phones on Android 11 or newer through the Google Health app.

The Google Health app on Android 11 or newer, and a Google Account.

Where this one stands out.

How it compares with the other products we’ve looked at.

Battery life

The WHOOP MG leads with 14+ day battery. This one: Up to 7 days. 4 of 6 compared do better.

Recent price news.

Oct 26

The $179 Fitbit Edge lasts a week, but came up short on distance in two tests

Oct 12

Google's $179.99 Fitbit Edge ships October 27 with a battery you can replace

What we’re watching.

If a newer model is announced or reported in the next 90 days, our answer changes to Hold off for now.

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