150 facts in comparison
Fitbit Charge 4 vs Huawei Band 8
Fitbit Charge 4
Huawei Band 8
Why is Fitbit Charge 4 better than Huawei Band 8?
- Has GPS?
- Has smart alarm?
- Has branded damage-resistant glass?
- Has a barometer?
- 1.84 mm narrower?
22.7 mmvs24.54 mm - 7.65 mm shorter?
35.8 mmvs43.45 mm - Is compatible with Windows?
- Is compatible with Mac OS X?
Why is Huawei Band 8 better than Fitbit Charge 4?
- 7 days longer battery life?
14 daysvs7 days - Locates your phone?
- 1.2 newer Bluetooth version?
5.2vs4 - 3.51 mm thinner?
8.99 mmvs12.5 mm - 47% bigger screen size?
1.47"vs1" - 49.74% higher pixel density?
283 ppivs189 ppi - Has a gyroscope?
- 5 °C higher maximum operating temperature?
45 °Cvs40 °C
Price comparison
Fitbit Charge 4
Fitbit Charge 4 Fitness and Activity Tracker with Built-in GPS, Heart Rate, Sleep & Swim Tracking, Black/...Fitbit Charge 4 Fitness and Activity Tracker with Built-in GPS, Heart Rate, Sleep & Swim Tracking, Black/Black, One Size (S &L Bands Included)
Fitbit Charge 4 Fitness and Activity Tracker with Built-in GPS, Heart Rate, Sleep & Swim Tracking, Rosewo...Fitbit Charge 4 Fitness and Activity Tracker with Built-in GPS, Heart Rate, Sleep & Swim Tracking, Rosewood/Rosewood, One Size (S &L Bands Included)
User reviews
Overall rating
Features
Build quality
9.0/10
1 votes
9.7/10
6 votes
Design
7.0/10
1 votes
9.3/10
6 votes
Heart rate monitoring
10.0/10
1 votes
9.2/10
6 votes
App
7.0/10
1 votes
8.8/10
6 votes
Fitness features
8.0/10
1 votes
8.7/10
6 votes
Design
The size of the screen (measured diagonally).
The type of technology used in the display.
The device is dustproof and water-resistant. Water-resistant devices can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, but not being submerged into water.
The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against dust, while the second number refers to protection against liquid. E.g. a first number of 6 denotes that it is completely dustproof, and a second number of 7 denotes that the device can withstand full immersion in water.
The ATM rating indicates how much water pressure a device can withstand. 3 ATM is one of the lowest ratings and means that the device can only withstand splashes of water, whereas 20 ATM is one of the highest ratings and means that the device can be used for snorkeling and water sports.
Pixel density is a measurement of a screen's resolution, expressed as the number of pixels per inch (PPI) on the screen. A higher pixel density translates into more clarity and sharpness for the images rendered on the screen, thus improving the quality of the viewing experience.
Resolution is an essential indicator of a screen's image quality, representing the maximum amount of pixels that can be shown on the screen. The resolution is given as a compound value, comprised of horizontal and vertical pixels.
refresh rate
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The frequency at which the display is refreshed (1 Hz = once per second). A higher refresh rate results in smoother UI animations and video playback.
Damage-resistant glass (such as Corning Gorilla Glass or Asahi Dragontrail Glass) is thin, lightweight, and can withstand high levels of force.
Sensors
GPS enables global positioning, useful in map, geo-tagging or navigation apps.
A heart rate monitor can help show your fitness levels, enabling you to calculate a suitable intensity of exercise.
Your blood oxygen level is a measurement how much oxygen is reaching your muscles. It is important because low levels mean that you will become easily fatigued during exercise. The more exercise you do, the better your blood oxygen levels will become.
ECG stands for electrocardiogram and measures the electrical activity of the heartbeat, which is a more in-depth reading of heart health than blood pressure alone. Note: This feature may not be available in all markets.
With a temperature sensor you can monitor changes in temperature to measure your exertion levels and avoid hyperthermia.
This measures barometric air pressure. It can predict weather changes, for example a sudden drop in air pressure could mean a storm is coming. When calibrated correctly it can be used to determine altitude, which helps GPS devices to lock on quicker and with greater accuracy.
A gyroscope is a sensor that tracks the orientation of a device, more specifically by measuring the angular rotational velocity. Initially, they were built using a spinning rotor to detect changes in orientation, like twisting or rotation.
A cadence sensor measures the number of pedal revolutions per minute when you are cycling. It enables you to monitor how fast you are pedaling.
The device can measure the level of perspiration on your skin, indicating the level of intensity of your workouts.
Activity tracking
The device automatically detects when you start an activity such as jogging, saving you from entering it manually at a later time.
A multi-sport mode allows you to easily switch between tracking different sports such as running, cycling, and swimming. This feature is ideal for those who need to change quickly between various activities (e.g., triathletes).
After exercising, you can add details about your workout (e.g., jogging, swimming, cycling). This enables the device to provide more accurate information, such as the number of calories burned.
It can detect changes in elevation, such as when you are climbing stairs.
It tracks how far you travel.
It tracks how many steps you take throughout the day, allowing you to see how active you have been.
With a route tracker you can add your route onto a map. It is helpful if you plan to do the same route again, or want to share it with your community.
Measuring pace shows how much time it takes to travel one kilometer or one mile. For example, in running, a 4 minute kilometer would be a very good pace.
It can track your sleep, such as how long you sleep for and the quality.
Connectivity
The device can connect to Wi-Fi.
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
NFC (near-field communication) allows a device to perform simple wireless transactions, such as mobile payments. Note: this feature may not be available in all markets.
It is compatible with a range of Android devices such as smartphones and tablets.
It is compatible with a range of iOS devices such as iPhones, iPads and the iPod Touch.
Galileo is a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) that is similar to GPS. Supported devices can use a combination of Galileo and GPS for location-based services such as Google Maps, and tend to be around 30% more accurate than GPS-only devices.
Wi-Fi version
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The Wi-Fi versions supported by the device.
ANT+ is a wireless protocol similar to Bluetooth Smart, and is very power efficient. It is mainly used for fitness monitoring devices such as heart rate monitors and cadence sensors to connect to other devices (e.g., sports watches, smartphones, and cycling computers).
Devices that use cellular technology can connect to mobile networks. Cellular networks have much wider signal coverage than Wi-Fi.
Battery
With a longer battery life, you don’t have to worry about charging the device as often.
battery life with GPS on
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There is less chance that you will run out of battery during an adventure.
The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
battery life in training mode
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With a long battery life, you can train for several hours a week and only have to recharge the device every few weeks.
battery life in power save mode
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In power save mode you can still check what time it is and other basic functions. A long battery life is good if you wear the device day to day.
A solar battery takes its energy from light, and stores it in a self-recharging battery which never needs to be changed.
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
Features
Heart rate variability (HRV) tracking measures fluctuations in the time between heart beats. These fluctuations can be an indication of health conditions (such as heart conditions or mental health issues). Note: This feature may not be available in all markets.
VO2 max capacity is a measurement of the amount of oxygen your body can use during physical exercise. A high VO2 max capacity indicates good fitness levels.
This measurement is your heart rate per minute when you're at rest, such as when you're relaxed, sitting, or lying down. For adults, this is typically between 60–100.
It can notify you when your resting heart rate is above or below the normal range.
This is based on various information, such as your previous workout, sleep quality, and stress levels. Taking everything into account, it will give you an idea of whether your body is ready for another workout or if you should focus on recovery.
It determines when you are in a light state of sleep and wakes you up within a set period of time before your alarm. This can allow you to wake up feeling fresher and more alert.
The device can wake you using vibration, so as not to disturb anyone else sleeping in the room.
The device alerts you to incoming calls on your smartphone, and allows you extra control such as muting or rejecting the call.
The device has a feature that allows you to find your smartphone if you have misplaced it.
App & Software
This is useful if you are on a strict training diet or if you are trying to lose weight. It can also help to boost your motivation.
Your activity data is analysed to give you reports, available to view through the app or website. This allows you to see how active you have been and to help you make improvements.
The device detects when you have been idle for too long, and alerts you to encourage you to stay active.
Allows you to set your own goals, such as reaching 15,000 steps in a single day.
You are awarded achievements for reaching goals, helping to encourage you and keep you motivated.
You can create or find existing routes to sync to the app.
number of exercises
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The total number of fitness exercises the app supports. Fitness apps that offer more exercises enable you to increase the complexity of your workouts.
The app supports scanning food barcodes using the camera. It checks a food database and adds the item based on its barcode, allowing you to quickly and easily track your calorie intake.
You can personalize the appearance of the app - for example, choosing a different theme or colors.
Miscellaneous
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
The device can connect at a greater distance via Bluetooth or infrared to another device.
Advanced battery information is available, such as the remaining capacity and whether it needs to be replaced.
Split screen allows you to use two apps side-by-side.
Dark mode (sometimes known as night mode) changes the background user interface (UI) elements to a darker color scheme, with lighter colored text and icons on top.
You can enable or disable an app’s access to the camera or microphone on your device. There are also indication icons to show you when an app uses the camera or microphone.
The OS has a feature for tracking the position of a mobile device. This feature is particularly useful if your phone gets stolen or if you lose it.
A multi-user operating system allows multiple users to access the device. Each user has a dedicated profile with apps and data available only to them.
It allows you to take multiple photos capturing different parts of the scene, and then joins them together into a single photo.
Price comparison
Fitbit Charge 4
Fitbit Charge 4 Fitness and Activity Tracker with Built-in GPS, Heart Rate, Sleep & Swim Tracking, Black/...Fitbit Charge 4 Fitness and Activity Tracker with Built-in GPS, Heart Rate, Sleep & Swim Tracking, Black/Black, One Size (S &L Bands Included)
Fitbit Charge 4 Fitness and Activity Tracker with Built-in GPS, Heart Rate, Sleep & Swim Tracking, Rosewo...Fitbit Charge 4 Fitness and Activity Tracker with Built-in GPS, Heart Rate, Sleep & Swim Tracking, Rosewood/Rosewood, One Size (S &L Bands Included)
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nedthedj
2 years ago
8 / 10
Great as a first fitness tracker
nedthedj
2 years ago
8 / 10
The GPS drains the battery too fast, the app features are limited, and the black and white screen is dim. Otherwise, I would totally recommend this tracker.