Best Fitness Trackers for Ease Of Use (2024)

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Fitbit Versa 4

Score: 8/10

Fitbit Versa 4

Simple and intuitive interface with a responsive physical button, but some features require a premium subscription.

Ease Of Use

8/10

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Fitbit has further simplified the user interface, and this is really where Fitbit excels: having an easy-to-use, simple interface that anybody can understand and use right away.

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The removal of third-party app support eliminates the ability to add any additional functionality that might be missing.

Health & Fitness Features

7/10

Offers comprehensive fitness tracking with 40 sports profiles and accurate GPS, but lacks advanced health sensors like ECG.

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It features a square-shaped AMOLED display with a solid 336 by 336 pixel resolution, which can reliably produce crystal-clear, full-color images and legible text with important notifications.

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It comes with an impressive range of built-in sensors and fitness tracking features that accurately help you keep track of your daily activities.

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Unfortunately, it lacks some more advanced features, such as the ECG app, EDA sensor, or a skin temperature sensor, which are found on higher-end models like the Fitbit Sense 2.

Battery Life

7/10

Battery life lasts up to 6 days, but decreases significantly with heavy use and always-on display.

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It doesn't offer the battery life of some other competitors in this range, such as the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4, but it can still reliably last for around 6 days of usage on a single charge.

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The battery is also fairly quick to charge, taking around 12 minutes to get a full day's worth if you're not using the always-on display.

Connectivity

6/10

Improved Bluetooth with basic notification support, but lacks music and third-party app support.

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The Fitbit Versa 4 can also be used to receive notifications from your phone.

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The removal of apps like Spotify, which would allow you to control playback and even download music, means you could no longer go for a run or anywhere else without your phone.

Build Quality

7/10

Lightweight and comfortable design, but reflective display and cheap-feeling button are drawbacks.

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The build quality is also exceptional and offers up to 50 meters of water resistance, which makes it suitable for pool time or shower usage.

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The Versa 4 is now much lighter at 24 grams, which is 15 percent lighter than the previous Versa 3, and it is also about 10 percent thinner, despite having the same size display and battery life.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch7

Score: 8/10

Samsung Galaxy Watch7

Features a snappy interface with customizable options, though some gestures may be inconsistent.

Ease Of Use

8/10

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Mike O'Brien

The UI is really snappy and fluid, thanks to the new Exynos W1000 chipset.

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Mike O'Brien

The touch-sensitive bezel allows for navigation but lacks the tactile satisfaction of a rotating bezel.

Health & Fitness Features

9/10

Provides accurate health tracking with advanced sensors, though some features may be region-specific.

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The heart rate tracking is very accurate, comparable to that of Garmin watches.

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The watch offers advanced sleep tracking, including sleep apnea detection.

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It can measure your body composition using bio-impedance.

Battery Life

7/10

Offers up to 3 days of battery life with normal use, but heavy usage may reduce it to a day.

Connectivity

8/10

Supports stable connections with Bluetooth 5.3 and offers LTE and NFC payments, but lacks iPhone support.

Build Quality

7/10

Durable build with premium materials, though the design lacks a rotating bezel.
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Apple Watch SE

Score: 8/10

Apple Watch SE

Intuitive interface with seamless Apple integration, but lacks an always-on display.

Ease Of Use

8/10

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Mike O'Brien

The interface of this is really identical; you're essentially getting everything you get on the other Apple watches.

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Mike O'Brien

The Apple Watch SE just turns into an idle black square sitting on my wrist unless I activate the screen.

Health & Fitness Features

7/10

Offers accurate heart rate and GPS tracking with a variety of exercise options, but lacks advanced health sensors.

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Mike O'Brien

The Apple Watch SC is a very accurate watch. It's able to track my entire run, and not only is there very little wandering, but it's also very accurate with the pace.

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The Apple Watch SE lacks an always-on display, a larger screen, the ability to take an ECG, blood oxygen saturation measurements, temperature sensing, and faster charging.

Battery Life

6/10

Battery life is decent but requires frequent charging, with a low power mode to extend usage.

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Mike O'Brien

The Apple Watch SE still has the same 18-hour battery life as previous Apple Watches.

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The Apple Watch is getting a new low power mode to prolong its battery life.

Connectivity

7/10

Strong connectivity options, but full functionality requires an iPhone.

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We have Bluetooth, NFC, and Wi-Fi. There is also an option for cellular connectivity if you want to spend an extra fifty dollars.

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If you decide to go with the cellular version, it bumps up to $299. However, if you opt for the cellular version, you're not just paying $50 more when you first buy the watch; you're also paying for a monthly contract from your cellular provider.

Build Quality

7/10

Solid build with water resistance, but uses basic materials prone to scratches.

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The Apple Watch SE comes in two different sizes, 40 mm and 44 mm, and also in three different colors.

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The Apple Watch SE is the most affordable of Apple's Apple Watch offerings, and you do get the least expensive materials among all the Apple Watches.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra

Score: 7/10

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra

Comfortable and ergonomic with an intuitive interface, but some features require a Samsung phone.

Ease Of Use

7/10

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It's super comfortable, and there's lots of stretch to it.

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This type of mechanism doesn't necessarily make it quick and easy to adjust.

Health & Fitness Features

8/10

The watch offers a wide range of sports and fitness features with high accuracy, though some features are Samsung phone-dependent.

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It has a very decent battery life, as well as numerous sports and fitness features.

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This is the most accurate Samsung watch I've ever tested.

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I've been using the Galaxy Watch Ultra for the last couple of weeks, putting it through tons of workouts, from cycling to running to weight training.

Battery Life

7/10

The watch has decent battery life, suitable for extended use, but may not last long enough for outdoor adventures.

Connectivity

6/10

Build Quality

8/10

Rugged and durable with a titanium case and sapphire lens, but may not fit all wrist sizes comfortably.

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It has an extremely rugged titanium case.

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The Ultra watch has passed various military standard 8 to 10 H tests, including those for extreme humidity and extreme vibrations.

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Fitbit Inspire 3

Score: 7/10

Fitbit Inspire 3

Easy to navigate with clear data presentation, but small screen can be challenging. Some features are behind a paywall.

Health & Fitness Features

7/10

Offers comprehensive fitness tracking with heart rate, sleep, and SpO2 monitoring, but lacks built-in GPS and some features require a subscription.

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The Fitbit Inspire 3 might just be the best overall fitness tracker ever made.

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It allows you to load up to six different exercise shortcuts onto the watch for convenience, and you get 21 different sports profiles to accurately track your preferred activities.

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It doesn't offer a built-in electrocardiogram scanner, but it can accurately track basic fitness metrics such as your steps, calories burned, distance traveled, and heart rate throughout the day.

Battery Life

8/10

Boasts a 10-day battery life, though always-on display reduces it to 3 days. Comparable to previous models despite new features.

Connectivity

6/10

Compatible with Android and iOS, includes connected GPS but lacks built-in GPS and advanced smart features.

Build Quality

7/10

Sleek, lightweight design with a comfortable fit and color AMOLED display, but limited color options and small screen size.
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Garmin Lily 2

Score: 7/10

Garmin Lily 2

Generally easy to use with a touchscreen display, but can be unresponsive at times.

Ease Of Use

7/10

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The watch features a touchscreen display with swipe and tap gestures, making it easy to navigate.

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The touchscreen can sometimes fail to recognize taps, which can be frustrating.

Health & Fitness Features

7/10

Offers a wide range of health and fitness tracking features, but lacks built-in GPS and some sports profiles.

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The Garmin Lily 2 offers a variety of health and fitness tracking features, including heart rate monitoring, calorie tracking, stress level assessment, sleep tracking, and a range of workout profiles such as running, cycling, and yoga.

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The device lacks built-in GPS and relies on connected GPS, which requires a smartphone.

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It also includes women's health tracking features, such as menstrual and pregnancy tracking.

Battery Life

6/10

Battery life is decent but shorter than expected, lasting 3 to 3.5 days in practice.

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The Garmin Lily 2 has a battery life of up to 5 days and charges quickly, reaching a full charge in about an hour and 10 minutes.

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In practice, the battery life often lasts only 3 to 3.5 days, which is less than expected.

Connectivity

6/10

Reliable connectivity with iOS and Android, but lacks built-in GPS and notification reply on iPhones.

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The Garmin Lily 2 supports connected GPS and can receive notifications for texts, calls, and apps from both iPhones and Android devices.

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It lacks a built-in GPS, requiring a smartphone for GPS activities.

Build Quality

7/10

Stylish and lightweight with a metal case, but not as durable as stainless steel.

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The Garmin Lily 2 features a new metal case and offers easily swappable bands in industry-standard sizes.

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The watch is made of aluminum, which is lighter but not as durable as stainless steel.

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Garmin Venu Sq 2

Score: 7/10

Garmin Venu Sq 2

User-friendly interface with customizable widgets, but can be slightly laggy.

Ease Of Use

7/10

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Mike O'Brien

The Venu Sq 2 features a user-friendly interface with a touch-enabled AMOLED display and customizable widgets.

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The interface can be slightly laggy compared to higher-end models, and the display's refresh rate is not as smooth as that of some competitors.

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It supports quick replies on Android and has improved vibration alerts.

Health & Fitness Features

8/10

Offers comprehensive health and fitness tracking with accurate GPS and heart rate monitoring, but lacks advanced features for elite athletes.

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Mike O'Brien

The Venue SQ2 is part of Garmin's Smartwatch Focus lineup of watches. The Venue series sports bright and vibrant displays, can track plenty of your health metrics, and also offers a variety of sports and fitness features.

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The Garmin Venu Sq 2 offers a comprehensive suite of health and fitness features, including accurate GPS tracking, heart rate monitoring, and blood oxygen measurement.

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The device lacks a barometric altimeter, which means it cannot track elevation changes or stairs climbed.

Battery Life

9/10

Impressive battery life of up to 11 days, but always-on display mode significantly reduces it.

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The Venue SQ2 can achieve up to 11 days of battery life when used as a smartwatch, which is an improvement from the six days on the original Venue SQ.

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Using the always-on display mode significantly reduces the battery life to about two to three days.

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The music model further reduces the battery life during GPS activities to about seven hours.

Connectivity

6/10

Supports Bluetooth and ANT Plus, but lacks LTE and relies on a smartphone for some features.

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The watch supports Bluetooth connectivity and can pair with external sensors, such as heart rate monitors and speed sensors.

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The device does not support LTE or cellular connectivity, meaning it relies on a paired smartphone for certain features, such as safety tracking.

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It also includes Garmin Pay for contactless payments.

Build Quality

7/10

Durable and lightweight with water resistance, but design is basic and primarily plastic.

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Mike O'Brien

The Venu Sq 2 features a durable build with Gorilla Glass 3 and an aluminum bezel, offering a premium look.

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Mike O'Brien

The watch is primarily made of plastic, which may not feel as premium as some higher-end models.

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Mike O'Brien

It is lightweight and water-resistant up to 50 meters.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch FE

Score: 7/10

Samsung Galaxy Watch FE

User-friendly with quick band swaps and physical buttons. Older chipset may cause lag.

Ease Of Use

7/10

Health & Fitness Features

8/10

Comprehensive health tracking with over 100 workout modes and advanced metrics. Lacks temperature sensor.

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The Galaxy Watch Fe pretty much has all the features you'd expect from a modern smartwatch, including daily activity tracking, 24/7 heart rate tracking, over 100 different workout modes, sleep tracking, stress tracking, compatible music apps, Bixby or Google Assistant, third-party apps, and more.

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The Galaxy Watch Fe, however, does not include a temperature sensor, so it lacks the few features that rely on that sensor.

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The Galaxy Watch FE did not track any of my naps.

Battery Life

6/10

Battery life is adequate for basic use but diminishes with advanced features. Lacks fast charging.

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It takes about 1 hour to charge from 15% to 80%, or about 1.5 hours to charge fully from 15% to 100%.

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The Galaxy Watch FE battery lasted for a total of 38 hours without using the always-on display feature and exercise tracking.

Connectivity

7/10

Good connectivity with Bluetooth 5.3 and NFC. Limited to Android phones.

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The Bluetooth version has apparently been updated from version 5 to version 5.3. If that's true, expect better Bluetooth connectivity and stability in the new Fe model.

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The Galaxy Watch FE can only be used with phones running Android 11.0 or newer.

Build Quality

7/10

Durable with sapphire crystal glass and IP68 rating. Limited size options.

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The Galaxy Watch FE features an aluminum watch case with a smooth finish.

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The new Galaxy Watch FE actually features sapphire crystal glass, so the glass has been upgraded in the new FE model.

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Oura Ring Generation 3

Score: 7/10

Oura Ring Generation 3

Lightweight and comfortable with a user-friendly app, but requires proper fit and subscription.

Ease Of Use

7/10

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The Oura Ring is lightweight and unobtrusive, making it comfortable to wear daily.

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The app is well-organized and provides clear insights into health metrics.

Health & Fitness Features

6/10

Excels in sleep and temperature tracking but lacks effective workout tracking and GPS.

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The Oura Ring Generation 3 offers excellent sleep and temperature tracking, providing comprehensive health data.

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The Oura Ring is less effective for workout tracking due to its limited workout types and unreliable heart rate accuracy during exercise.

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It includes features such as automatic nap detection and detailed blood oxygen level monitoring.

Battery Life

7/10

The Oura Ring offers a battery life of 4-7 days with quick charging, but the non-replaceable battery limits its lifespan.

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The battery life of the Oura Ring lasts approximately five to seven days, and quick charging takes about 60 to 80 minutes.

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The battery is not replaceable, which means the device's lifespan is limited by the battery's longevity.

Connectivity

6/10

Integrates with popular health apps but lacks direct GPS and real-time notifications.

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The Oura Ring syncs with apps like Strava, Apple Health, and Google Fit, allowing for integration with other fitness data.

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There is no direct GPS tracking, and some features, like workout heart rate tracking, are still being rolled out via firmware updates.

Build Quality

8/10

Durable titanium design with water resistance, but can be uncomfortable during certain activities.

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Made of durable titanium, the Oura Ring is designed to withstand daily wear and tear.

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It is water-resistant up to 100 meters.

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Fitbit Ace 3

Score: 7/10

Fitbit Ace 3

Features a simple interface and comfortable design, though setup can be challenging.

Ease Of Use

7/10

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Setting up the app and everything for the Fitbit Ace 3 was not exactly the smoothest process.

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The display is a big disappointment right from the start, and you should know that before you buy this.

Health & Fitness Features

7/10

Encourages activity with step tracking and animated rewards, but lacks advanced features like GPS.

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The Fitbit Ace 3 is recommended for children aged six and up.

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The Ace 3 has sensors that track how many minutes he exercises every day, how many steps he takes, and how much sleep he gets.

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The sleep feature is extremely useful for parents to gain more insight into why their kids might be acting up or not doing well on certain days.

Battery Life

9/10

The Fitbit Ace 3 boasts an impressive 8-day battery life, minimizing the need for frequent charging.

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The Ace 3's battery lasts up to 8 days on a single charge.

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Charging this device was very easy, and I really like the way it securely locks into place.

Connectivity

6/10

Pairs with the Fitbit app for tracking, but lacks GPS and requires proximity to a smartphone.

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The Ace 3 pairs with the Fitbit app, allowing us to easily see all of his activity stats.

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The app also offers parental controls, allowing you to set different goals, bedtime alarms, and more.

Build Quality

8/10

Durable and water-resistant, but the small, monochrome screen may not appeal to all kids.