Fitbit alternatives 2026: 6 trackers compared
Looking for a Fitbit alternative? Top 6 trackers and smartwatches: Garmin, Apple, Xiaomi, Whoop, Samsung and Withings compared.
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Garmin Vivosmart 5 Zwart S/M
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Fitbit alternatives 2026: 6 fitness trackers and smartwatches to consider
Since Google acquired Fitbit many popular features have disappeared or moved behind Premium paywalls. We selected six alternatives that reliably track your daily steps, sleep and health.
Quick picks (TL;DR)
- Best overall: Garmin Vivosmart 5 — light tracker with Garmin software.
- Best smartwatch alternative: Apple Watch SE — entry-level Apple Watch with fitness tracking.
- Best budget: Xiaomi Smart Band 9 — under €60 with SpO2.
- Best for sleep: Whoop 4.0 — subscription model with deepest sleep analysis.
- Best for Android: Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 — Wear OS-lite + Samsung Health.
- Best design: Withings ScanWatch Light — hybrid with analogue hands.
Why look at Fitbit alternatives?
Since the Google acquisition Fitbit has made changes that push users away:
- Premium paywall: Daily Readiness, Sleep Score detail and many coaching features require Fitbit Premium (€9.99/mo).
- Limited third-party app store: Since 2024 the Fitbit Gallery has been stripped; many apps are gone.
- Mandatory Google account: The Fitbit account has been replaced by a required Google account.
- Hardware pause: No new Sense or Versa generation since 2022. Versa 4 is the latest.
Alternatives often offer better value or a richer software ecosystem.
Garmin Vivosmart 5 — Best overall (€140-€170)
TL;DR: Light (24.5 g) fitness tracker with Garmin's renowned Body Battery, sleep score and stress tracking — no subscription needed.
Who it's for: Fitbit Charge 6 users wanting an ecosystem without paywalls.
Standout: Body Battery, Pulse Ox, stress tracking, sleep score — all without subscription. 7 days battery. Garmin Connect app broader than Fitbit. Per Wareable Vivosmart 5 is more accurate in heart-rate tracking than the Fitbit Charge 6.
Drawbacks: No built-in GPS (uses phone GPS). Small monochrome screen. No NFC payments.
Apple Watch SE — Best smartwatch alternative (€250-€300)
TL;DR: At a premium Fitbit price you get a full smartwatch with Apple Health.
Who it's for: iPhone users switching from Fitbit to Apple Health.
Standout: Fall Detection, Crash Detection, sleep tracking, training modes. Apple Health integrates with third-party apps. Hundreds of bands and watchfaces.
Drawbacks: No ECG or temperature sensor (only Series 10). 18 h battery — short vs Garmin/Whoop. iPhone only.
Compare prices — Apple Watch SE
Prices verified: 8 Jul · 1 shop
Xiaomi Smart Band 9 — Best budget (€40-€60)
TL;DR: Under €60 with AMOLED display, SpO2, sleep tracking and 14 days battery.
Who it's for: Anyone wanting minimal spend with sleep and heart-rate tracking.
Standout: 1.62" AMOLED, 14 days battery, SpO2, 150+ sport modes, 5 ATM water-resistant. Zepp or Mi Fitness app.
Drawbacks: No built-in GPS (phone GPS). Zepp app less polished than Apple Health or Garmin Connect. Notifications text-only.
Compare prices — Xiaomi Smart Band 9 - Hoesje Harde beschermhoes transparant scherm gehard glas
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Whoop 4.0 — Best for sleep (€30/mo subscription, hardware free)
TL;DR: Whoop is a subscription tracker with no screen; instead it offers the deepest sleep and recovery analysis on the market.
Who it's for: Athletes and health enthusiasts prioritising data over smartwatch features.
Standout: Continuous HRV measurement, sleep stages, recovery score, strain score. Per Whoop spec up to 5 days battery. App-only — no screen on the band. Hardware upgrades free with subscription renewal.
Drawbacks: Subscription mandatory (€30/mo or €240/yr). No notifications, no GPS, no screen. Not suitable as smartwatch.
Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 — Best for Android (€60-€80)
TL;DR: Slim fitness tracker with 1.6" AMOLED, 13 days battery and Samsung Health integration.
Who it's for: Android users, especially Samsung owners, wanting a lightweight tracker.
Standout: 1.6" AMOLED, 13 days battery, 100+ sport modes, 5 ATM water-resistant, SpO2 and heart rate. Samsung Health integrates with Galaxy Watches.
Drawbacks: No built-in GPS. Limited third-party app integration. Full feature set only with a Samsung phone.
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Prices verified: 7 h ago · 1 shop
Withings ScanWatch Light — Best design (€220-€260)
TL;DR: Hybrid smartwatch with analogue hands and up to 30 days battery — fitness tracking in a classic watch look.
Who it's for: Fitbit users wanting smartwatch features without gadget look.
Standout: Up to 30 days battery, steps, sleep, heart rate, cycle tracking. 37 mm stainless steel case. Notifications via mini-LCD under the hands. Per Withings spec battery is up to 30 days; in real use 25-28 days.
Drawbacks: No ECG (only ScanWatch 2). Limited notification detail. No built-in GPS.
Compare prices — Withings ScanWatch Light - 37mm - Hybride Smartwatch - Wit
Prices verified: 6 h ago · 1 shop
Comparison table
| Model | Type | Battery | GPS | Display | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garmin Vivosmart 5 | Tracker | ~7 d | Phone | OLED mono | €140 |
| Apple Watch SE | Smartwatch | ~18 h | Built-in | Retina | €250 |
| Xiaomi Smart Band 9 | Tracker | ~14 d | Phone | AMOLED | €40 |
| Whoop 4.0 | Tracker | ~5 d | None | None | €30/mo |
| Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 | Tracker | ~13 d | Phone | AMOLED | €60 |
| Withings ScanWatch Light | Hybrid | ~30 d | Phone | Mini-LCD | €220 |
EU pricing and warranty
EU enforces 2-year consumer-law warranty. Garmin offers 2 years manufacturer warranty, Withings 2 years, Samsung 2 years, Apple 1 year plus AppleCare+, Whoop has warranty via subscription (free replacement on defect), Xiaomi 1 year plus 2-year EU right. Refurbished Apple Watch SE and Garmin Vivosmart via Coolblue Refurb and Apple Refurb store save €30-€60. Read our refurbished tips for purchase guidance.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good Fitbit alternative in 2026? Garmin Vivosmart 5 for those wanting Garmin's ecosystem, Apple Watch SE for iPhone users, Xiaomi Smart Band 9 for minimal budget, Whoop 4.0 for sleep data, Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 for Android, Withings ScanWatch Light for classic look.
Is Garmin better than Fitbit? For sport and heart-rate tracking yes, per comparative testing at Wareable. Garmin offers more sport modes, better GPS and no Premium paywall for core features.
Which fitness tracker is cheaper than Fitbit? Xiaomi Smart Band 9 (€50) and Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 (€60) are clearly cheaper than Fitbit Charge 6 (~€150) while offering comparable tracking.
Does Apple Watch SE have better sleep tracking than Fitbit? Apple Watch SE offers sleep stages (REM, deep, light) and sleep duration without paywall. Fitbit gates detailed Sleep Score explanation behind Premium.
What is Whoop and is it worth Fitbit? Whoop is a subscription tracker without screen offering the deepest HRV and recovery analysis. For pure data it leads Fitbit; for smartwatch features it's unsuitable.
Does Garmin Vivosmart 5 work with iPhone? Yes. Garmin Connect app works on iOS and Android. Full feature set on both platforms.
Which tracker has the longest battery? Withings ScanWatch Light (~30 days), Xiaomi Smart Band 9 (~14 days) and Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 (~13 days) lead.
Do you need a phone for a fitness tracker? Most trackers in this list (except Apple Watch SE) use phone GPS, so for GPS data yes. For steps, heart rate and sleep they work offline and sync later.
Producten uit dit artikel
Garmin Vivosmart 5 Zwart S/M
Apple Watch SE
Xiaomi Smart Band 9 - Hoesje Harde beschermhoes transparant scherm gehard glas
Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 - 3mk Watch Protection v. ARC+
Withings ScanWatch Light - 37mm - Hybride Smartwatch - Wit
