One of the more costly types of Fitbit watch collections is the Fitbit Luxe, which costs a little under $130. The Fitbit Luxe has a solid stainless-steel case as compared to other models which are made of plastic materials.
Fitbit Luxe model is a top-rated fitness tracker that values the wellbeing of the people who wear it. There is a distinct difference between the Fitbit Luxe and other fitness trackers, because of its unique design. The straps can easily be changed, and this makes the look dynamic alongside the stainless-steel material.
Water Resistance
The Fitbit Luxe has a good water resistance rating of ATM5, it’s therefore considered to resist up to over 40 metres deep water pressure. Even so, the company advises the prevention of intentional water contact. You do not have to bath wearing the Fitbit Luxe because the content of bathing soaps can gradually destroy the materials used in manufacturing the product.
Heart Rate Monitoring
The Fitbit Luxe features a wrist-based heart-rate sensor — this is basically used to detect your heart rate when a light shines on your wrist.
Distinct Colors
There are whole lots of color variances of the Fitbit Luxe, the various choices are listed below:
- Orchid / Platinum Stainless Steel – Pink strap with silver case
- Black / Graphite Stainless Steel – Black strap with graphite/black case
- Special Edition gorjana Soft Gold Stainless Steel Parker Link Bracelet – Special gold link bracelet with gold case
- Lunar White / Soft Gold Stainless Steel – White strap with gold case
Oxygen Level Measurement
The Fitbit Luxe uses red and infrared light as a feature that helps in the measuring of blood oxygen (SpO2). This feature actually works when light is shown directly on the skin with a reflection, the rate calculates the oxygen level:
- the more the red light, the higher the level of oxygen
- the more the infrared light, the lower the level of oxygen
Screen Quality
The Fitbit Luxe features a color AMOLED screen quality just like most of Apple and Samsung devices. Just that this feature of screen quality consumes more battery than the normal display types.
Stylish look and design
With its high-quality design, the Fitbit Luxe really lives up to what it is made of. The housing is made of stainless steel, while the straps are built from high-grade silicone and TPU.
Battery life
The Fitbit Luxe features a battery life of up to five days. Whereas there has been some claims by users that it doesn’t last up to four days while actively using it.
Limitations
No built-in GPS – since the Fitbit Luxe doesn’t have a built-in GPS, some users especially runners must carry their phone to detect directions.
Small text – certain people may find the Fitbit Luxe a bit hard reading from small text on the AMOLED display.
Shorter battery life compared to earlier models – due to the color AMOLED screen quality, the battery of the Fitbit Luxe cannot be maintained for up to seven days as compared to earlier models.
Verdict
I don’t see the Fitbit Luxe as a full smartwatch; however, I would admit it is good quality fitness tracker. I recommend it to runners especially, though they would have to use their phones in addition to have accurate access to GPS.
