So my Fitbit of 4+ years was getting beat up pretty good. Battery went from 5 days to about 3, so I thought I would replace it. After checking the price tag of $200, I decided to look for alternatives. I was hesitant in ordering this Fitpolo watch, but for the price point, I had to give it a try.
I must say, that it arrived fast, and was exactly as described. Functionality was beyond the Fitbit. Set up was fast and easy, especially since it came fully charged. I don't need any of the fancy functions, just time, date, alarm, steps, heart rate, and sleep. It does all that and more! I like that it also give me my local weather as my wife is always asking me what the temperature is, and I would have to open my phone and check the app. Not any more!
While I don't use it for calls or messaging, that function is also included and works well when I tested it. While there is a huge selection of clock faces, almost all of them have way more than I prefer. I use the basic digital one, but even that has more info than I need. Lots of faces to choose from for free or for a minimal fee <$1.
I really needed a watch that would let me set an alarm, and this one can set multiple ones just like my Fitbit. So far, battery life is superb. A day and a half in it is at 81%, so it looks like I will certainly get close to a week in between charges.
I suppose the only thing I don't like is that it does not shut off the display automatically at night when I am sleeping. I have to set that manually each night before I go to bed, otherwise every time I move my arm the display will light up. Not a huge problem, but one to be aware of.
Ultimately, for the price point of ~$40, it certainly replaces my Fitbit completely and while I may not get 4+ years out of it, I am saving $$$ in the mean time.
I am hoping that some of the reviews saying the watch malfunctions after a month are flukes, as I really like this watch and am hoping it was the right purchase.
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