In today’s world, nothing escapes the fact that we are moving in a direction where quantifying and recording stuff obsessively is sort of the norm. We use Foursquare to check into places, we annoyingly take photos of our meals with Instagram, and we share our thoughts on Twitter. So would it be much of a surprise if we also like to track the number of steps they take, or how much we sleep?
The Fitbit Flex and Jawbone UP are two very popular products in the wearable activity tracker category. These are devices which you wear on your wrist, and they’ll record how active you were, among other things. Fitbit is no stranger to activity trackers — they make lovely products like the Fitbit One which we reviewed Fitbit One Wireless Activity and Sleep Tracker Review and Giveaway Fitbit One Wireless Activity and Sleep Tracker Review and Giveaway Fitbit One is an activity monitor and sleep tracker. It counts steps taken, distance travelled, stairs climbed, and calories burnt. In sleep mode, it tracks the number of times you got up or were awake,... Read More a couple of months ago; so they know what they’re doing. Jawbone, on the other hand, are pretty green in this area — sure, they make wonderful Bluetooth devices like Jambox, but activity trackers is a whole different ballgame.
So the question is: which one should you buy? Today, we’ll put the Fitbit Flex and the Jawbone UP against each other, and decide whether it’s the newcomer or veteran who takes home the gold.
We’ll also be offering both devices, so enjoy the review then remember to join the contest.
Introducing the Fitbit Flex and Jawbone UP
As I mentioned earlier, these devices are essentially activity trackers which you can wear on your wrist, as opposed to classical activity trackers that clip onto clothing e.g. jeans, pants, etc. The idea is to never take them off — so you wear them in the shower, and even in bed. In addition to measuring the number of steps you take, both devices are also able to record your sleep — the quality as well as duration. Finally, and this is just an added extra — they are also silent alarms, waking you up through gentle vibrations (if you wear them to sleep, of course). Both devices must be synced with a compatible smartphone in order to retrieve the collected data. If it sounds confusing, don’t worry, I’ll elaborate as we progress through the review.
The Jawbone UP retails for $129.95 and comes 3 sizes: small, medium and large. It’s also available in 8 attractive colours. Selecting the right size isn’t easy — the UP either fits you or it doesn’t. If your wrist is between two sizes, like mine is, Jawbone recommends going with the larger of the two, and you’ll have to live with a slightly oversized UP band for the foreseeable future. Mind you, the coloured bands aren’t interchangeable, so once you pick a colour, you’re stuck with it.
The $99 Fitbit Flex is more accommodating. While the Flex is available in only two colour options (black or slate), it is shipped with the tracker and two adjustable and interchangeable bands (a small and a large). Additionally, Fitbit offers a $30 accessories pack which expands your band collection by three more colours: Teal, Tangerine and Navy.
Surprise, surprise. These aren’t the only two wearable activity trackers on the market. Of course, there’s the infamous Nike+ Fuelband ($149). However, it’s activity-centric — in other words, the Fuelband is designed to focus on how active you are, and how many calories you burn. Moreover, its chunky design doesn’t quite bode well with the ladies.
Then there’s the $200 Basis B1, which looks more like a really retro watch. The only thing the Basis B1 has going for it is an integrated heart rate monitor. Sadly, Basis doesn’t provide a mobile platform to sync with, so you won’t know what to do with the collected data until you get home and connect it to your PC. Also, you wouldn’t want to be seen as though you’re wearing two watches, would you? No, that’d look weird.
Design
Coming from a manufacturer obsessed with design, the Jawbone UP is quite fashionable. It’s also very minimal. The TPU rubber wristband houses the clever gadgetry which records your activity, as well as two hidden LEDs to indicate the mode that the UP is in. As you can tell by now, the Jawbone UP doesn’t have a screen so it’s unable to display your progress until you sync it with a compatible mobile device. Putting it on your wrist the first few times can be tricky but you’ll notice that the UP is rather sturdy and won’t break quite that easily.
The band is roughly the same thickness (7mm) throughout its entire length, and I’d say that it’s bordering on bulky, especially for ladies with slimmer wrists. On one end, you’ll notice a small button — pressing it triggers the mode indicator. A long-press activates or deactivates sleep mode.
On the other, removing the Jawbone-labeled cap reveals a 3.5 mm jack which is used to charge and sync the Jawbone UP. The UP is also water-resistant, so you can wear it in the shower but you shouldn’t take it swimming.
As you can tell, the design of the Flex is slightly more basic. Unlike the Jawbone UP, perhaps the Flex was made to blend in rather than stand out. The Fitbit Flex is actually made up of two components: the tracker and the silicone rubber wristband with a small transparent window. Even though Flex comes with small and large bands, both bands are adjustable; allowing you to further fine-tune the Flex to fit comfortably on your wrist.
The tracker slots into a compartment on the thicker side of the band, and remains there until it needs to be charged. Other than that, the silicone band is pretty unremarkable.
The Flex doesn’t have any physical buttons, so to compensate, it recognises two series of taps which either invoke the progress meter or sleep mode. The tracker has 5 LEDs built-in, seen through the band’s transparent window, and they light up in very exciting K.I.T.T-style flashes. Each flashing LED represents 20% of the daily activity goal (which is configurable). So say, the goal is set at 10,000 steps, one flashing LED would mean that you’re still within 20% of that goal i.e. less than 2,000 steps.
See it in action:
The Fitbit Flex is also water-resistant — up to 10 meters. Unlike the Jawbone UP, the Flex can be worn while swimming.
Setting up and connectivity
Setting up the Jawbone UP is rather easy. Start by downloading the free mobile app for iOS [No Longer Available] or Android and plug the UP’s 3.5 mm jack into the phone. The app will guide you through the setup process, then a tutorial on how invoke sleep mode, nap mode, and the stopwatch.
Here’s the thing: the Jawbone UP isn’t fitted with Bluetooth despite the fact that it was designed and manufactured by a reputable company specialising in Bluetooth technology. In order to sync, the UP needs to be physically connected to a smartphone via the 3.5 mm jack. This may be a turnoff for some — I should know, I’m one of them. Not only does the UP lack a progress display, having to physically sync it every day can be inconvenient and demotivating.
Next, Jawbone doesn’t offer an online dashboard to view your data, so the mobile app is all you get. On the bright side, the mobile app is nothing short of fantastic — I’ll tell you why in a minute.
As for the Fitbit Flex, getting started is slightly more difficult, and requires access to a PC in order to download the desktop client. However, after getting through that boring bit, the Flex is able to pair with a compatible iOS or Android smartphone via Bluetooth. Not only that, as long as they’re both in range, the Flex will occasionally sync in the background, and provide you with real-time progress when the mobile app is open. Personally, that was one of the things I was looking forward to most about the Fitbit Flex; after having to endure with 2 months of retrospective reporting from the Jawbone UP, being able to view my progress in real-time was a breath of fresh air.
Wearing the Fitbit Flex vs. Jawbone UP
In order to prepare for this review, I’ve been wearing the Jawbone UP for the past 2 months, and I’m glad to say that I hardly ever notice it now. Although at the start, it did get in the way slightly. For a person who’s not used to wearing decorative bracelets, having the Jawbone UP on my wrist felt awkward, especially when typing, and required some adjustments. Due to its thick-ish size, I also had difficulty putting shirts on and pulling jumpers over the UP; or taking clothes off with the UP in the way, for that matter.
Jawbone recommends wearing the UP on your non-dominant hand for more accurate tracking and that’s a fair point since vigorous dominant hand gestures does affect the UP’s accelerometer and exaggerates the numbers it reports. I’ve tested the UP on both my dominant and non-dominant hands — and the numbers from the dominant hand were often inflated, reporting more than two times the number of steps I took. However, you’ll find that it isn’t always possible to wear both the Jawbone UP and a watch on the same non-dominant wrist.
In comparison, the Flex’s band is simpler: it’s wider and slightly less tall where the tracker is housed (compared to the Jawbone UP), but shifts to a much lower profile as it goes around the wrist — very much akin to wearing a watch. So it’s less likely to get in the way of putting on clothes, typing on a keyboard, or using a mouse. It also fits better since Fitbit provides two bands (small and large) to choose from, and both bands are adjustable via a clasp mechanism.
Between the Fitbit Flex and Jawbone UP, the Flex is a hair lighter and has a lower profile overall, making it easier to navigate through daily life without being much of a bother — so it wins my vote plainly on comfort. It’s also more comfortable to wear in bed, if you’re curious to know. The UP is fitted with a battery which lasts for 10 days, and takes only a couple of hours to recharge. The Flex doesn’t do as well, with only a 5-day battery life but it does sync wirelessly so that explains the disparity.
However, the Fitbit Flex does have one fatal design flaw.
The fatal flaw
Well, depending on how you look at it, it might not be fatal but it is quite annoying. While the Jawbone UP is one solid construction, the Fitbit Flex consists of the silicone rubber wristband, and a tracker which slips into it. The design would allow water to seep into the compartment while showering or even during hand-washing, and it never dries out as long as the tracker remains tucked in. As a result, you’ll notice water droplets through the transparent window.
This becomes more evident when the tracker is removed for charging — the tracker itself isn’t affected with the water but the humidity built up in the compartment over days encourages bacterial growth.
Tracking and reporting
In terms of activity tracking, both devices are equally accurate. The Jawbone UP is powered by motion recognition technology supplied by MotionX and is slightly more ambitious than the MEMS 3-axis accelerometer used in the Fitbit Flex. It’s not easy to tell what constitutes a “step” in the eyes of the Jawbone UP purely due to the fact that it isn’t able to report in real-time. However, with the Flex, it’s quite easy because it syncs with the mobile app continuously via Bluetooth. I was surprised to learn that the Fitbit Flex is able to recognise my steps even if my wrist isn’t swinging. For example, if I’m carrying something in my non-dominant hands while walking, it would still register my paces. Pretty impressive. I did try walking backwards — that did not register.
The data from both devices need to be offloaded to a mobile app in order to be interpreted and presented.
Having to compensate for the lack of an online dashboard, Jawbone UP’s mobile app is beautifully designed and very insightful. It analyses and then lays out the data in a way that’s easily digestible: daily progress, number of steps taken and distance travelled, active duration, idle duration, and calories burnt. Since the UP also tracks your sleep pattern, and if you remember to enable sleep mode before going to bed, you’ll be rewarded with some really interesting reports on your nocturnal activity: the duration of light vs. deep sleep, the number of times you were awaken, and how long it took you to fall asleep. Personally, I’m a very poor sleeper — and with the reports from the Jawbone UP and Fitbit Flex, I now realise that I’m awaken from sleep between 4-14 times a night. It helps to obtain quantifiable data about my sleep quality because I’d be able to try different techniques to improve my slumber and determine what works.
Using the UP’s mobile app is very satisfying since it provides minute-by-minute activity/sleep graphs, so I’m able to easily visualise what time of the day I’m most active. The downside: all of this lovely data is retrospective. The UP needs to be manually plugged into a smartphone in order to sync, and isn’t able to display your daily progress on the band. So you won’t know if you’ve hit your daily goal until you sync it. Despite that, the Jawbone app is still fantastic to use because there’s so much you can learn from it. It manages to display your data in the most relevant forms. Take Trends, for example — the app basically plots your entire life as a bar graph: how you’ve slept, how active you’ve been. And it motivates you as well, by encouraging you to beat your achievements from the week before.
On the other hand, the Fitbit Flex syncs via Bluetooth with a compatible smartphone and reports your progress in real-time, without having to remove it from your wrist, which is great! Unfortunately, Fitbit’s mobile app is quite drab — at least the iOS version is. Sure, it’ll display the number of steps taken, distance travelled and calories burnt; but for minute-by-minute activity reports, you’ll need to head to the online dashboard. And that’s where the Fitbit mobile app falls short. Aside from the most basic numbers, it doesn’t offer anything else — no analysis, no interpretation; just raw numbers.
One of the many things that you’ll have to train yourself to do while wearing an activity tracker is to enable sleep mode at night. Otherwise, neither the Fitbit Flex nor the Jawbone UP will record your sleep quality. Sure, you’d be able to manually input the number of hours you snoozed, but it’s not the same. One of the advantages of the UP is that it automatically comes out of sleep mode whenever it senses activity for a prolonged period of time. Unfortunately, the Flex doesn’t — if you forget to disable sleep mode, it won’t track your steps throughout the day.
Other features
Both the Fitbit Flex and Jawbone UP have something called a silent alarm which vibrates instead of beep, so your partner isn’t awaken if you decide to go for a jog at six in the morning. Even though they’re both “silent”, the Jawbone UP vibrates as long pulses and is moderately vigorous, not to mention quite audible as well. The silent alarm on the Flex, on the other hand, vibrates as four short bursts then one long pulse followed by three short bursts; and is comparatively more subtle than the UP but equally as effective. However, the Jawbone UP does claim that their alarms are “smarter” in the sense that it recognises when you’re in a light sleep cycle then fires the alarm within a 10-minute window of the set time. Apparently, you’ll wake up fresher by using a smart alarm but I have yet to experience this “fresh feeling” they’re referring to. The Flex simply vibrates when it’s time to wake up.
Although I’m not a big fan of the following feature on the Jawbone UP, I feel that it’s my responsibility to inform you about it. The UP has a neat ability to detect idleness, and after a certain period of time, the band will vibrate to remind you to take a walk. While this is an awesome feature for folks with sedentary lifestyles and need a little reminder to stay active; I work at a standing desk, which means I’m on my feet, and not sitting on my behind all day. And I’m mostly typing away at my desk but the UP doesn’t recognise all of that, and the constant buzzing to remind me to walk around can hinder my productivity quite a bit. But I’ll admit that the Jawbone UP’s idle alert can be a useful feature to some, plus it’s something that the Fitbit Flex does not offer.
Finally, between the two devices, only the Jawbone UP supports IFTTT integration. IFTTT (IF This Then That) is an online service which automatically performs certain actions based on preset triggers. For example, it can automatically create new Tumbler posts from saved Pocket favourites Supercharge Your Pocket Experience With These IFTTT Recipes Supercharge Your Pocket Experience With These IFTTT Recipes Between the two of them, Pocket and IFTTT are excellent services that do their part in making their users more productive. Pocket gives users a one-stop shop to access all of the content - articles,... Read More or notify you by SMS whenever you have new emails. Using IFTTT, you’d be able to automatically email your spouse a warning if you had less than 7 hours of sleep, or automatically turn on the coffee machine if you had less than 5 hours. I’m slightly disappointed that Fitbit hasn’t announced IFTTT support, even though most of their devices like the Aria smart scales Fitbit Aria Wi-Fi Smart Scale Review and Giveaway Fitbit Aria Wi-Fi Smart Scale Review and Giveaway Whether your goal is to maintain a healthy weight or lose those extra pounds, keeping track of your weight changes is an essential part of the process. Any obstacle to doing so will eventually halt... Read More (and now the Fitbit Flex) are able to go online on their own. I reckon they’re doing their consumers a huge disservice by neglecting to integrate with IFTTT.
Fitbit Flex vs. Jawbone UP: which should you buy?
The Jawbone UP is trendy and its mobile app is outstanding, but its fixed-sized wristband and lack of real-time synchronisation leave a lot to be desired. The Fitbit Flex is utilitarian in both form and function, but its mobile app for iOS is abysmal and Fitbit’s decision to neglect users of IFTTT integration is beyond my comprehension. Ideally, I’m after the complete package: a great-looking yet adjustable wristband, a functional mobile app, wireless syncing capabilities, and IFTTT integration.
Before choosing, you really need to figure out your needs. Do you require real-time tracking? If you do, then the Fitbit Flex is for you. If you’re looking for activity tracker that doesn’t require much attention, then go with the Jawbone UP. Personally, I’m undecided. Both devices are flawed in some way, but brilliant in others. And even after writing this 3,000-word review, I can’t figure out which one I would buy.
Update: After about six continuous weeks of wearing the Fitbit Flex, the silicone rubber wristband started to fall apart. There’s now a large tear just below the translucent window on the inner surface of the band. Couple the low build quality of the band with the grossness I mentioned earlier, I cannot recommend the Flex. The Jawbone UP also stopped working, and needed to be replaced. Both devices are significantly flawed. Wait for the Withings Pulse Activity Tracker.
How do I win the Fitbit Flex and Jawbone UP?
We have a new giveaway procedure in place, which will hopefully make participating much easier. You may enter using your Facebook credentials (which will require you to sign into Facebook) or by submitting your name and email address. You’ll receive one entry simply by doing so.
After that, you’ll also be offered various methods to earn additional entries. They range from sharing a link to this giveaway on social networks; to commenting or visiting a specific page. The more you participate, the higher your chances of winning!
This giveaway begins now and ends Friday, June 7th. The winner will be selected at random and informed via email.
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I think flex is the way better
Flex I have a fitbit one and love it
The Up seems the better choice so if I win I'll just give it to my dad.
Jawbone up for me. For two reasons
1: I love the App Interface, and I don't mind having to plug it in. If you time it with your meals it makes it easier to remember.
2.)The interface is much easier to use. I literally bough this in an airport last week, Synced it to my phone in minutes, and was able to capture my steps from Philly to Cincinnati to Milwaukee.
Get one of them! I had no idea why I was so tired in the morning, and the sleep monitoring showed me why.
jawbone for sure
Wow!
I would strongly recommend against the UP band because I had two malfunction (battery issue) within a week of each other. Luckily, it was a gift from a client (fitness professional for over 10 years) so I didn't waste any money. After reading different forums online, including Jawbone's, it seems like this is an on going issue. The first generation had to be recalled so one would figure that they would get it right the second time. I would suggest tracking meals and calories with the numerous free online resources.
On a personal note, what man would want to wear a cheesy looking "bracelet" 24 hours. All of my friends (male and female) would ask, "Since when do you wear a bracelet?" I tried it simply because it was gift. As someone who eats and sleeps fitness, I would never recommend this product.
Too late for the contest but I had to leave a comment. I've owned a Jawbone UP since Christmas and already replaced it once and planning to do it again. How can a device created for active people be so flimsy? The first time, it stopped working. This time, the little knob that changes modes has fallen off. I'm not rock climbin - just a normal active exerciser. I was searching for alternatives!
It seems Jawbone really needs to watch their quality control.
I purchased a jawbone up on April 2, 2013 and it stopped working on June 15,2013. My cousin also had issue with the device and had it replace 3 times so I decided to exchange it for the fitbit flex.
I find the flex to be more comfortable and I prefer using the desktop to do analysis vs using the small screen of my iPhone. The only huge gap is the lack of IFTTT integration. I really enjoyed posting to Facebook when I walked over 10000 steps and adding my sleep info to my calendar.
When I purchased the jawbone up there wasn't any integration to many apps, but it came quickly and I am hoping the same for the fitbit flex.
I'm looking forward to IFTTT integration for Fitbit products as well but it doesn't seem to be in the pipeline.
The end of your review really leaves a lot to be desired. It was like every other review where the host accepts advertising. Waffling on the fence. I wanted to know a solid this is the better one or at least more than a thrown together open ended sum up nothing of a closing paragraph. Grow a pair and be useful.
Fitbit Flex
The jawbone up!
Fitbit Flex
They are both fabulous, but if I could only choose one it would be the Jawbone UP.
I would choose the Jawbone UP, as it is less bulky and would fit my small wrists more snugly.
I think I'll get the jawbone
I would probably prefer the Fitbit UP. I've used a Fitbit product in the past, and it was epic :)
Hmm....tough decision. Probably the FiBit.
Fitbit flex... Hell Yeah \m/
Jawbone UP
Fitbit Flex
fitbit
I would like to try the flexbit
Jawbone Up just based on previous experience with Aliph products
Jawbone Up
FitBit flex: for same price as the Jawbone UP you get interchangeable colors to match mood/outfit; can go swimming with it; low profile & adjustable wristband; Bluetooth syncing; android & iOs compatibility. Yet, water collects in band & several say app isn't as desirable as Jawbone UP.
Jawbone UP: bracelet is easier to put on but can get in the way- isn't adjustable or interchangeable; can't go swimming with it; no Bluetooth syncing-must be connected; app looks better & gives more detailed information; has "smart" wake-up. Some say not completely on Android yet. Due to no Bluetooth, the battery lasts longer.
I think it boils down to Do I want better style on the wrist or better style on the linking app?
Fitbit Flex
Still undecided
I think I would go with the Jawbone Up...to me its the best fit for me.
As an avid gym goer and dancer, the fitbit seems to have better functionality, it seems to be more user friendly, and gives better details to a person's health goals. I need something that will keep up w/ my hectic lifestyle and gym time. The sleep tracker seems to be an awesome helpful tool and I'm so axious to get my hands on one to try it out. Very excited about this giveaway and I sure hope I'm in the running to be selected to receive one. Thank you.
I would go with the fitbit flex. It seems more functional, reasonable, easier to use/wear. The more I have read about this and the comparison made on this site. It just makes more sense to go with the FitBit.
Fitbit Flex
Jawbone
JawBone.
If I'd win I would like the Jawbone Up =)
Jawbone UP FTW! :P
i would like to pick both of them as both are very useful product but i know i am not as much lucky :(
Probably the Flex, bluetooth all the way.
jawbone
Jawbone UP
the jawbone up
I'd go with Fitbit!
Flex !
I think I would go with the Jawbone.
I'd pick the FitBit
Fitbit Flex
I'd pick the Jawbone.
Preference is for Jawbone Up, but I'd take either!
fitbit flex
Jawbone UP
I'm pretty sure I'd go with the Flex
leaning towards the jawbone...
Just for the real time syncing...I think I'd go with the Flex
Jawbone UP
I would totally like to win the jawbone
The flex because it looks a bit smaller.
I would pick Jawbone UP.
Jawbone UP! it sounds amazing
I would prefer FitBit Flex
Fitbit flex.
Jawbone Up
I would choose the Jawbone UP.
Want the Fitbit Flex!
Fitbit flex
I think people too easily forget the advantage of bluetooth syncing rather than taking the bracelet off for syncing. You can keep it on for a shower but need to take it off for syncing? Crazy. Also the visual indicator on the band to show how close you are to your goal helps to achieve what you want - unless what you want is a fashion statement, which seems to be the case in the comments. Flex for me, although I have been undecided for days.
Flex
Jawbone for me!
fitbit flex
Fitbit Flex all the way!
I have the FitBit Flex and it is awesome! I prefer it over the One just for comfortability and wireless syncing. Jawbone is too bulky and the audio jack is non-traditional and kind of wierd.
Fitbit Flex
I would like the Jawbone
Up!
Jawbone Up
Jawbone UP!
Jawbone UP
nice! gotta get one of these
Tough choice -they are both great. I am leaning toward the jawbone up
Reading your preview get me excited,owing one is an estacy
The jawbone up would be my preference but would be happy to try either.
I'd choose the Jawbone UP
Fitbit Flex!
Kudos to Jawbone up!
Jawbone Up
I would pick the UP.
Jawbone
The Fitbit Flex
would be awesome to win
From other reviews I have checked out I would go with the Flex...Seems the UP is having a lot of failures and returns.
jawbone mostly for the design (tie for functionality)
I would choose the UP
Jawbone I think. Less work.
I would choose the fitbit
I tried the up and had to return it because it stopped charging.
I want Fitbit Flex
jawbone
between the two, i think i'd have to go with the jawbone up.
Jawbone Up FTW! :D
I would choose the Jawbone up. Mainly because of the features, and the stylish look will go with anything. Also, it seems like it isnt hard to sync once you get going. Hopefully I can win one !
fitbit
Fitbit Flex
I'd go with the Jawbone UP do due the lack of attention needed. Attention is hard for me.
FitBit
I would choose the Jawbone UP
Jawbone UP for sure
Jawbone UP
Definitely the FitBit Flex... I've been waiting for it's release!
Difficult decision but probably the Flex!
I think if I were to choose one right now, I'd take the Jawbone UP.
The Jawbone Up has a better looking design in my opinion.
i so want one!!! have been researching these fitbit things
My first impulse leans towards the Fitbit Flex. I wish it had a heart monitor and scan option for logging foods though.
jawbone
I'd go with the jawbone, it seems more useful overall, and I don't require real-time data (unless I'm really, really bored).
Either one will do. But Black will do better. Fitbit it is.
I would pick the jawbone. the updating automatical on the fitbit flex is only for select phones. Jawbone up all the way!
The Fitbit Flex
It will be a great day when the apps and bands can talk to each other across platforms!
Until that day, I'd like to win the Jawbone UP band - Small, please.
I'd go with the Jawbone at this point...
I would go with Jawbone UP
I rather have the fitbit!
Fitbit Flex
Fitbit ofcourse, need a babysitter for myself :)
Fitbit Flex all the way! It lifts
I would rather the Fitbit
Jawbone UP
I Will pick Jawbone UP because it looks more stylish :)
The Jawbone UP, because of the battery life, more than raw numbers, the sleep function sounds better than Fitbits.
I can't decide! I have been googling reviews and that is how I got here. The sleep tracking is one of the main reasons I want this device and I am not sure which one is better for that. One review I read said the Fitbit was better but I like a lot of the features of Up more. Ugh so hard!
Jawbone UP
My wife has the Jawbone and loves it.
the Fitbit Flex
Fitbit Flex!
i would pick the jawbone as it looks cooler
Jawbone would be great thanks :D
I would pick the Fitbit Flex.
Jawbone UP.... I don't need any more real-time distractions!
Lets see:
* Idleness detection
* IFTTT
* Bluetooth sync
So since I can't decide can I have both?
Jawbone UP
Jawbone - The robust mobile app is the selling point for me.
I think the Jawbone, but not sure.
I would pick the Jawbone Up because I like the look of it much better, the app looks awesome and overall it seems I would enjoy using it - although it would be cool to have either one.
Fitbit Flex
I'd love the Jawbone Up, but either would be great to try.
Fitbit, but choosing that worries me that I've succumbed to zealotry.
I'd go with Jawbone UP
Fitbit since My non dominant hand has my watch on it ?
Never tried such a thing before, might even help me learn and use healthier behaviours
Jawbone UP the design is cooler ;)
The Flex
i would buy the jawbone up
Although the Jawbone Up looks cool, I like the syncing ability of the Flex!
I would choose the jawbone up based on its simplicity.
I would go with the Jawbone UP
I want the Fitbit Flex. The Jawbone Up loses the cap all the time and you have to spend money replacing them. My favorite feature is that they track your sleep quality. Interesting, but I don't know how accurate they are.
Jawbone Up
I would pick the Jawbone UP though both are quite intriguing. Cheers
I think I'd go with the jawbone...I just wish it had bluetooth!
I think I would lean towards the Fitbit Flex.
I would get the Fitbit Flex because of the bluetooth. But I like the "look" of the Jawbone UP much better.... too bad!
I think I'd pick the FitBit for my use
I think the Jawbone Up has some nice features!
Fitbit Flex- definitely.
jawbone for me.
Jawbone UP
Jawbone
I'd pick neither.
Fitbit Flex!
I think the Jawbone UP! Great comparison.
Jawbone UP for my hubby
fitbit flex
Jawbone Up!
I'd pick a Fitbit for sure
The Jawbone UP.
I would go with the Jawbone UP
I would love both. One on each wrist. But if I had to pick one, it would be the Jawbone UP. On my right wrist.
I think I would go with the Jawbone although they both look great to use.
Jawbone UP
I would pick the Jawbone.
Fitbit Flex
i pick fitbit flex
jawbone cuz its more expensive lol
I'd probably go with the Jawbone, as it requires less attention.
I would buy JawboneUP
i would choose the fitbit
I would choose the Jawbone! I love the stylish color.
Jawbone Up
I think I'll go with the Jawbone UP
I would choose the fitbit flex
Would love to have either.
Jawbone UP--my roommate has one and LOVES it; lasts longer between charges; like the looks better; the app seems better; don't mind needing to sync it (I probably won't check continuously throughout the day anyway, but could just plug in if wanted to)
Still undecided! I like the info the UP provides, but the easy of syncing that the flex provides. I'm kind of hoping the flex will come out with an app update to provide more info!
the Fitbit Flex
I would try the Fitbit Flex.
Jawbone
I would pick the jawbone. :D Thanks.
I'll pick the Jawbone UP! It's more manly and more useful. I like it more. Definitely the Jawbone UP!
I'd pick the Jawbone UP
Jawbone UP for sure! :)
Fitbit Flex or Jawbone UP? Well, after reading some reviews I decided to choose the Jawbone Up because it provides more detailed information though I would also want to have the Flex for its wireless syncing capabilities.
Jawbone Up
The Fibit I think..............
flex probably
Please count me in
Fitbit flex for now
nice
want a jawbone up
Let me first win, then I will decide which one to choose!!!
Jawbone
Jawbone
Jawbone
Jawbone UP
Let's first win, then I will choose...
I would pick the FitBit!
I would pick the FitBit -- I have been wanting one for awhile now!
jawbone
I hope to win the Fitbit Flex. I have never tried an activity tracker before and am looking forward to it.
I would pick the FitBit Flex.
All things considered, I think I like the Jawbone Up better.
Jawbone Up! I love the design! :)
I would probably go with the Flexbit for the mobile app without having to plug it in.
I'd choose the Fitbit Flex!
I think I would ultimately choose the FitBit Flex, at least until the UP comes out with a computer platform as well as bluetooth syncing!
Fitbit Flex
I would pick the jawbone up
Jawbone UP
To me it seems like Jawbone UP all the way. How hard is it to simply take out your phone and sync it. Who doesn't have their phone on them constantly!
Fitbit Flex def.
It's hard to decide but I think I would like to try the Jawbone UP
Jawbone UP, but either one would be nice.
I want both but i have to choose the Jawbone UP
Hard to know, but the alarm that tells you to get up and move would be good for me, so I *guess* I would pick the Jawbone. Can't have both, huh? :)
hmmmm fitbit flex
The Flex for sure.
I would pick the Jawbone Up.
I am having a heck of a time on deciding too. But think I may go with the Flex? I am trying to find a place I can try both on and see how they feel.
I think I'd go for the Jawbone UP mostly because of the stellar app
I would prefer the Jawbone UP
I will go with Jawbone Up. Looks awesome.
I would pick the FitBit Flex, because it is thinner and the size is adjustable.
I'd prefer the Flex because I like the online tools better.
Jawbone would be nice
i think i would pick the jawbone
Definitely the Jawbone UP
I'd go with with a fitbit flex.
I probably go with the Flex as my wife has the Fitbif Ultra and I like their website and products. But certainly the Jawbone looks great, too.
Fitbit, because it will sync with LoseIt. I've already lost 91 pounds with LoseIt, but this last 9 is really sloooooow.
I'd like the Fitbit Flex.
Despite the one "fatal flaw" of the Fitbit, that is the one I'd go for.
I would like to try the jawbone.
fitbit for the go!
Which would you pick: the Fitbit Flex or Jawbone UP? Jawbone.
I'm thinking about the Fitbit Flex.
Fitbit Flex, because I've had good experiences with Fitbit.
FitBit, just because it's been around longer
I like the Flex. Looks cooler.
I will go with the the Fitbit Flex for the price.
Jawbone up!
Jawbone Up!
Jawbone UP
i choose jawbone up
Fitbit Flex
I think I'd pick the Jawbone Up
I think I'll choose the Jawbone. :)
Jawbone UP ^_^
Fitbit Flex
i would give up sloth
FitBit FLex. I always love black... elegant. and I can wear them anytime
i would pick the Jawbone UP
The UP
The jawbone Up. Thanks!
Jawbone UP :)
Jawbone Up
I, too, am still undecided on the issue. The pros and cons for each are so balanced that I'm just not sure which would be better.
Jawbone for me please
Jawbone!
probably the fit bit
I would choose the Jawbone UP.
So tough. I originally wanted the Flex, but now leaning towards the UP for its awesome analysis. But the stinker with that is the non-automatic syncing...
I'd go with Fitbit because it seems more accurate and PC friendly although I really like the app of jawbone and it's ability to hold a charge for 10 days
I prefer the jawbone
Fitbit Flex. Mostly cause they have more experience.
i will pick Jawbone UP.. it seems way better and no flaws :).. awesome gadgets btw
Jawbone UP! I just hope people won't think it is another magnetic wrist band thingie that suppose to make people stronger...
Jawbone!
looks so nifty,, love to try
Well, i'll pick the Fitbit Flex! Looks so cool and awesome. Think it will fit me for sure. Combined with all that technology...will be so useful!
In short terms is both trendy and useful !
I'm lovin' it already! Gotta have it!
I like both for their strong points, but I'd have to go with the Fitbit for the Bluetooth connectivity and real time tracking. I'd forget to connect the Jawbone too often.
Fibbit Flex :D
I have been trying to decide between the two of these for weeks now. My gut says Flex, but the UI for the UP app looks way better. I am not sure if the IFTTT would much come into play in my life, but it might be fun to mess around with.
I would be happy to win either, just so I can have my mind made up for me.
Fitbit Flex
Jawbone up!
I like the looks of the Jawbone, but the features of the Fitbit... now I don't know!
I hope I win!
I would choose Jawbone UP. Thanks. Lubka
jawbone
Such a difficult choice! I started thinking I wanted the Fitbit then I saw the Up and started leaning towards that. However I kept researching looking at reviews and all sorts and as I felt I had decided on the Up...the Fitbit was back in the mix! So I kept researching and eventually went for the Fitbit. Its wireless sync, progress display and more waterproof(nes) were sort of what swayed it for me. Also, it's App may not look so nice (which was why I was thinking of going for the Up) but it does all the same things and has many supporting Apps too. Hope this helps anyone :)
I'm still mostly undecided, but I would probably go with the Flex because I swim quite a bit.
I would really like to see just how awesome this thing is.
I would like to try the Jawbone by UP!
I would pick the Jawbone UP!
Definitely the Jawbone UP!
The Flex :)
Which would you pick: the Fitbit Flex or Jawbone UP?
Possibly the Jawbone UP but it is a tough call.
I'm still having a hard time choosing! Each time I settle on one, I reread parts of the article that make me want the other one! I'll just get both! ha
Fitbit Flex
JAWBONE
I'd pick the FitBit Flex anyday
I'd prefer the FitBeat Flex anyday
Jawbone Up
the Jawbone Up
Jawbone UP would be my choice! :)
I have an older smartphone that doesn't support the latest and greatest Bluetooth. But it has a jack. I'd prefer the Jawbone.
Hard to decide but I think I would like to try the Jawbone.
Flex
JAWBONE!
Jawbone up
The Jawbone UP.
Jawbone UP
fitbit!
I would pick up the Fibit Flex
Eenie, meanie, miney mo... UP
Looks like a great fun........
The Nike Fuelband is much easier to use as i used it myself and i get the exact results of my activity.
I'm still not sure, but I think the Fitbit Flex.
Which would you pick: the Fitbit Flex or Jawbone UP?
I will pick Fitbit Flex
any of the two.. i just want one :D
Jawbone UP
Jawbone UP
Fitbit Flex
I don't know which i would pick. They both have their pros and cons.
Jawbone looks cool, but FitBit is a real timer
I really want to try one of these. It's hard to choose though. I think I like the Jawbone UP best. At least assuming one of the 3 sizes fits me comfortably.
Flex.
Jawbone UP is my favorite
jawbone
Jawbone Up seems better!
I think I would go with the flex.
I would try the Jawbone Up first
I would choose the UP as it stands right now, but if I win one... I will try that one first! ;)
the Fitbit Flex for sure
Id like any of them, I'm a techy which has been really getting into fitness this year. (for pack, aaaalmost six). This would help me get those two extra abs showing.
i would like to pick Jawbone UP
It all says in the review. And I'd definitely go with the Fitbit Flex.
I think for me the Jawbone sounds more user friendly and looks smaller and from the essay sounds like the information app is more useful for my needs.
So I would pick the Jawbone.
Jawbone
Fitbit ofcourse
Not sure yet...
Fitbit Flex
Fitbit Flex
I'd pick the Fitbit flex on pure asthetics.
Fitbit Flex
Not sure...
I want the Fitbit Flex
Jawbone
Not sure. Any of them would be good.
Great review btw.
I would like to try the Jawbone Up. It's looks better.
Jawbone UP
I would choose the Jawbone UP
i would pick the fitbit simply for looks alone, much nicer design...accept for the water catching compartment
jawbone up
fitbit thats it.
jawbone
Have to go with the UP due to IFTTT integration!
That's a tough one. I'm mostly undecided between the two, but I think I'd pick the FitBit due to the syncing. They can update the app, but hardware can't get new features.
i would love to monitor my daily activities
Jawbone!!!
Jawbone
Fitbix Flex
Jawbone
Either please, thank you.
I'd definitely go with the Jawbone.
Fitbit Flex for me. :)
jawbone up!!
Jawbone UP! :D
Fitbit Flex!
I am leaning towards the bone
I am leaning toward the bone
Jawbone UP FTW!
I have no idea. Maybe Jawbone
Jawbone UP!!! Love it
Fitbit Flex for me!
I had the Fitbit Ultra and I LOVED it, until I lost it :( Now I'm looking to get a new device and was thinking about getting the Flex, since I was so happy with the Ultra, BUT this review has made me become more interested in the UP. I'm undecided as to which device is better and I will have to do more research on the UP before I decide.
I'm thinking Fitbit due to the auto synch & wristband replacement being an option
+1 jawbone up
+1 for the Jawbone Up
Hello, make use of. I would choose the Fitbit Flex. Thank you for this great giveaway.
Definitely jawbone
That's a hard one, but I think I'm going with the Jawbone UP.
Jawbone Up
Jawbone UP
I'd honestly go with either one of them but if I had to choose I'd go with the UP
It's a tough choice after reading the review but I would have to go with the Fitbit mainly because of the wireless sync. It just seems inconvenient to have to take off the device to sync when everything has bluetooth capabilities now (the speed of its sync does make up for that to some extent). A few things points towards the UP because the application seem more appealing to me as well. I would love to win either one! I have been transitioning towards a more healthy lifestyle and this would truly be a great gift to win [I have yet to win!]. I would love to see how this will support me in my physical goal.
Although the Flex is easier to use, the jawbone is a more comprehensive and easier to understand, so I'd Jawbone.
Flex Bit
fitbit flex
I would love the UP.
Fitbit Flex for me!
Jawbone UP
I think it's hard to choose between them, but if I had to, I would just simply choose "both" :-)
Never use one of these before but think I lean more towards the jawbone
i will give my soul to devil
i will give my soul
I would soooooooooo pick the Fitbit Flex,over the Jawbone UP.
I would be happy with either one but it seems the Jawbone is a step up as far as water goes.
Fitbit Flex
i like both ... let me win first and then i will choose ^_^
Flex
Both.
UP!
the app has it--jawbone, please
Jawbone, dude. No question.
I'd love the Fitbit Flex!
Fitbit, sure!!
I would choose the Jawbone Up.
I'm down for the Jawbone Up!
I prefer Jawbone
I want the Jawbone UP. The apperance is so sporty.
love to try new techs thanks
I think I would choose the Jawbone UP, as then I can see how much I'm sitting around on my fat backside, you never know it just might motivate me to start do some exercise.
I would take the Fitbit Flex, feels more to wear.
Jawbone UP !, I always wanted to buy a gadget like this but can't able to afford it.
I'd pick FitBit Flex, because of it's ability to better fit it's user...
Jawbone
Jawbone up
First choice would be the Jawbone. Second choice would be Nike+ Fuelband
I'll go with the fitbit, no wait maybe jawbone...just give me both of them....
I would choose the Jawbone Up.
It's hard to choose, but I think I'd go with the Jawbone this time around.
I think I prefer the fitbit flex.
Jawbone UP
The Jawbone is the one I want.
I would choose the Jawbone UP
i love fitbit flex!!
Fitbit flex
The Jawbone Up. Thanks for the chance.
FitBit Flex!
Probably the FLEX.
Jawbone seems to be better
Jawbone UP!!! :)
FitBit has worked well for me in the past.
jawbone!
Fitbit Flex ! Bluetooth is a must!
Jawbone, hands down.
I have the Up! I've been wanting to try the Flex.
fitbit for me!
hum..... either one would be cool. I think I like the jawbone better because the flex could get moldy!!
in it to win it :) love gadgets :)
Jawbone up
acha ji
Jawbone FTW
I'd choose the UP
I'd pick the Jawbone UP
I like the Jawbone's UP design better altough it would be great to have a real time tracking. So... I'd say I choose the Jawbone UP.
Like Jackson, I am still undecided, I'm leaning more into the FitBit Flex due to negative reviews about the Jawbone Up dying after few months of use, but the 6-8 weeks backorder of the Flex sucks. Also UP's design and app UI is better than the Flex. Oh dear why...
I'd go for the UP
Definitely the UP!
I am most interested in the Fitbit Flex!
Fitbit! I want this! :D
Well, it totally looks awesome and based on what I just read, the UP can help you healthy...
It will be interesting to see how small gadgets such as this will become by utilising the computational power of a mobile phone I think we will see much smaller devices coming on the market in the near future
Jawbone Up, definitely.
The UP seems much cooler - love the interface
love to trail this out....pretty neat!!
I would prefer the fitbit flex, but not sure which is better.
I like the looks of the fitbit. Iooks just like the black bands I wear every day already.
really bummed to read that you think the fitbit software is poo.
Yeah, I was pretty bummed as well. Somehow I can hardly get their online dashboard to work properly so I'm hardly getting the insights I need.
It seems that Jawbone Up has a better design language. And Open API is a plus for further development integration.
Fitbit all the way!
jawbone
Fitbit Flex
The Fitbit Flex sounds awesome, for the real-time updates and design!
I'd probably go with the Flex because of the real time updating and the company's reputation.
I recently bought a Jawbone UP, but constantly think about replacing it with a Flex. But after reading your review, I think I May just hold onto to it for now.
I'm glad I was able to help make your decision easier!
I would love to win the jawbone UP, not only does it look practical but it's designed beautifully.
I have to agree with you there!
Jawbone UP!
ah i ment i want the Jawbone lol i got confused at which was which
Fitbit Flex
I would end up picking the Fitbit Flex even though I like the Jawbone UP IFTTT integration feature. I still would probably bring my mobile around while wearing a Fitbit Flex since I always manually check into Foursquare at the gym.
Jawbone UP
Jackson, do you really these? There is no way in God's green earth I would! Color me suspicious, paranoid, whatever but if my phone and/or computer can keep track of me, what else can? There have been so many ways that hackers and worse have figured out how to defeat each and every privacy tool out there not to mention the government. Just when you think that finally we have some real protection against the invasion of our privacy, someone comes up with a way to invade it. If you seriously think that the government is NOT tracking us, I can tell you that is false. A family member used to work for the company that was, in part, designing and implementing "Carnivore". (I wonder if this comment will even show up? - lol) Also, if you and/or your readers have been paying attention, SB744 (the immigration bill) stipulates that we all have RFID trackers. No thanks. It is bad enough my phone shows where I am all the time. :(
Stephanie, these devices only track your activity. They're actually very much like pedometers. They don't track your location.
Jawbone UP for the IFTTT support
I will pick Jawbone UP!
I would definitely pick the Jawbone Up.
FitBit Flex
Jawbone UP
I bought a Jawbone UP for Christmas 2012, not quite understanding that A) it wasn't a bluetooth device, B) it only worked on mobile devices (no desktop app or sign up or support) and C) it (then) only worked with an iOS mobile device. After 2 months of waiting for the "coming soon" android app, I returned it, because I couldn't even initialize it and start logging steps and sleep. It says it can remember 90 days of steps and sleep between syncs as long as you keep charging it each 9-10 days. That would have still fallen short of the android app release in April, but had the desktop USB dongle supported at least signing up and starting to record activity, I might not have returned it.
Given this, and supports' in-ability to even guess at an android date (could have been 2014) I will not be trying this product again. Particularly I do prefer the realtime and desktop support of the Fitbit Flex, and I hear that there is an ecosystem of third party apps and data-sharing for the fitbit, even if it doesn't include IFTTT.
I like the ability to sync up wirelessly, although I also like the added metrics - hopefully either fitbit or jawbone will fix these features so they do both.
After reading the review I'll prefer wearing the Fitbit Flex.
Undecided
I would pick the Fitbit because of the online dashboard and because you get a real synchronized environment if you use their WiFi scale.
I also wonder if the Fitbit's calorie calculations are more accurate if it is able to retrieve information about my weight from the Aria scale.
Jawbone UP FTW!
I would choose the jawbone!
Fitbit Flex: I have the Fitbit One and have been really impressed with it.
Jawbone is the one for me!
I'm really not sure. I think I'd slightly prefer the Fitbit Flex, though, for the easy updating.
Jawbone up :D
probably the jawbone up!
I'm Up for the UP
Jawbone UP
Jawbone UP because I like the way it looks.
I'd like to check out the Jawbone!
Jawbone Up!!!
Jawbone
Jawbone UP! I like pretty colorful graphs and love the insightful analytics it provides. One thing regarding the lack of "real time" reporting. After a few weeks/months, how many people are still going to be checking throughout the day for instant feedback? I think the historical trending information is going to be much for valuable and useful to people by then, and less so about "where am I this hour?" It's like anything else these days. Once the novelty wears off, the frequency of on-demand feedback will lessen.
I still do. It's more about knowing if I've hit my target for the day.
Jawbone Up
I like the bluetooth -real time syncing of the Fitbit, but I like data analysis of my activities that the Jawbone UP offers. I sit at a desk for work and really like the alert that UP provides to remind you to move. Probably going with the UP.
I would go with the Fitbit Flex as I don't use a lot of mobile apps
I would choose the Fitbit because for me, the real time reporting is crucial.
I can't decide!
Jawbone UP, though the Fitbit Flex has a little mote style.
Jawbone UP
I would choose the Jawbone UP, I think. I like its looks and the mobile app. I'm uneasy about the Flex's not being waterproof. It is also more clunky looking to me. However, I could benefit from either one.
Its hard to say. I think I would choose the Jawbone. But even after your review I still would want to research the FitBit since there other devices work so well.
Fitbit Flex.
Jawbone UP. IFTTT integration is important and I want activity recorded, but not necessarily constantly monitored.
The UP looks better, but ultimately I'd pick the Flex because of wireless syncing and better water resistance.
I would buy Jawbone!
I would like to win a Fitbit Flex!
Fitbit Flex
fitbit
The Jawbone Up !!
I want both, but oh well, had to go with FitBit for better look and auto-bluetooth sync, overall
Fitbit flex, though I wouldn't look a gift horse in the mouth.
Congrats on writing a 3000 word review. You must feel proud of yourself!
FitBit
Jawbone UP please!
I'm gonna say jawbone UP
Jawbone
I'm gonna say Jawbone UP - I prefer the design and don't really need real-time data. I also like the IFTTT integration.
They both seem kind of intrusive, but I'd try either one.
Fitbit
Still undecided but leaning towards the Fitbit Flex.
I think I'd pick the Jawbone Up!
It fits my needs more (food tracking application and sleep patterns especially) plus I can see myself actually wearing it on a consistent basis. However I'd be happily content with the fitbit flex!
Jawbone. Definitely.
Sure I'd go for the fitbit
Jawbone up
I think I'd go for the Jawbone.
If I'm lucky enough to win . My choice would be the Jawbone UP
I would like to have the Fitbit.
Been wanting to try the fitbit flex!
Friends of mine have been commenting favorably on this article Jackson. Fantastic review!
I read that Bluetooth 4.0 is available in the latest fitness bracelets. I know that most phones don't even have BT 4.0, so it's kinda difficult to test, but the battery life is supposed to be improved on the new standard.
Could it be that on BT 4, the 5 and 10 day batteries might be greater?
Thanks, Kannon!
The 5-day battery life is true for Bluetooth 4.0 phones. I tested it with an iPhone 5. Hope that helps.
Jawbone UP looks promising to me .-.
They both look like great products. I would probably choose the Jawbone UP, simply because it's blue ... and because I don't need real-time tracking. :)
It comes in other colours as well :) But like you, I chose blue.
I prefer the look of the Fitbit but the Jawbone seems to be better made.
Jawbone UP
I would like to try the Fitbit Flex!
From this great review, I like the Fitbit Flex !
awesome both are amazing i like the black one more though
jawbone
I would want the fitbit flex way more sleek and cool
I'm still on the fence about both.. the moisture issue in the flex is leaving me leaning towards the UP.
Jawbone
I'll go with fitbit.
I'd go with the Jawbone UP. It seems like the app is better designed and the IFTTT integration definitely puts it ahead of the Fitbit Flex.
Great side-by-side comparison. I'm still undecided. I lean towards the Flex. I love that it has a better fitting band, and can handle water. As a Fitbit One user, I already am familiar with the tools available online and with the app. On the other hand, I place a high value on the idle alert, and integrating with IFTTT.
Jawbone Up!
yet to decide whether it would be worthwhile to buy one, with all paraphernalia available in electronic market, one more would do any benefit.
While both have their pros and cons, the fitbit flex would be my preference. I prefer a few of its features and a bonus is it would allow me to join the friendly fitbit competition currently happening between some of my workout buddies
That's a really good reason, Spikie! Fitbit does support communities.
Ok, definitely ths fit bit flex. Because I can swim with it.
I love this idea of this.
Fitbit Flex for me.
I've been using the UP since November... I'm on my 3rd band because of battery issues and flaws. I'll definitely go with the Flex.
Jawbone UP
Jawbone, I don't have time during the day to check anyway
I would pick the FitBit because I have a one and like their format.
I liked Jawbone UP.
Jawbone UP. I'm not interested in real time stats, but in an overal detailed history of everything.
And I don't want to go to the online dashboard to check things out.
And bluetooth takes to much battery, so it's never on, so the real time bluetooth sunc is useless to me.
Thanks for elaborating!
Jawbone but would love to own either or.
I like the Jawbone Up, specially because of the design and the app, but I miss a web version. I don't see the lack of Bluetooth as a problem, although I like the real time sync.
Jackson, I would like to know about your experience with the Jawbone. I've read plenty of comments in their forums saying that their wristband was broken after a couple of months. Is it really that fragile?
That was probably their first iteration of the band. The one I reviewed works really well. Like I said, I shower with it on, wear it to sleep, running, basically it's on my person 24/7. It hasn't lost any of its elasticity and still manages to hold its shape rather well.
Both sound excellent, but I'm inclined to go for the Fitbit Flex. I'm calorie counting and the real-time tracking would be far more useful to me, over the day.
Thanks for the review and opportunity to win!
Real-time tracking -- that's what I love most about the Flex.
I'd go with the up.
I'd get the Flex as I've had a few Fitbits and am used to their system.
Jawbone UP for me PLEASE
Jawbone UP
What an interesting prize!!!! Let's see who wins :)
An informative review but, for easy comparison, it would be useful to have a table at the end showing the features each device has or lacks.
One query: is the Jawbone UP really about 50mm thick? Surely that can't be right?
Whoops, no I meant that from top to botton, it's roughly 50mm. The band itself is 7mm thick. Bear in mind that I reviewed the medium one.
Fitbit flex
I would pick the Flex. Two reasons being the more adjustable band and the capability to wirelessly sync.
heard a lot about the fitbit so would go for it but don't mind the UP.
FitBit as my wrist size is likely to be non-standard!
Jawbone UP!
Jawbone UP
Jawbone Up
I would love 2 try any of these products!!!!!
I'd go with the Jawbone UP, since of the 2, it's the only one that looks like it'll sync with my Galaxy Nexus.
Jawbone up FTW! :)
Jawbone UP!
I think I'd pick the Jawbone
The Flex!
I'd pick the jawbone
Definitely Jawbone UP
I'd love the fitbit please!
The Jawbone Up. Definitely.
Thanks again for all the opportunities and great reads. This is one of only a few websites I visit regularly. You all rock!
Thanks, Justin!
I would pick Jawbone UP!
I'd go for the FitBit Flex
Fitbit Flex.
Fitbit Flex definitely!!
Tough choice... I think I'd go with the Jawbone UP for IFTTT integration and the nicer app.
Actually, I just can't muster up a personal desire, much less need, for either LOL!
jawbone up
I would pick the Fitbit Flex. I need the real-time data (I currently use the Fitbit One) and I like having Bluetooth.
My wife has an original FitBit, so I'd like to try the Jawbone UP
Which would you pick: the Fitbit Flex or Jawbone UP? Jawbone
So Jawbone UP doesn't have a way to get data and visualizations on the desktop, and Fitbit Flex can?
I have some friends that love the Fitbit service, so I would go with the Flex.
I recommend the Jawbone UP because I don't need to sync it wirelessly, and it's battery life is much better!
Kevin
I have a Jawbone UP and love it!
I would pick the Fitbit Flex for it's ability to stay on while swimming.
Jawbone sounds better to me. Would love to win it.
Jawbone UP
I'd choose the Jawbone UP
Jawbone UP
Tough decision, but I'll have to go with the flex
I'd go for the fitbit as I have had one before and I'm used to how they operate. I'd be happy with either though, I think.
Both seem like they're useful devices, but I think I'm leaning towards the Jawbone Up.
Jawbone UP, way cooler name
I'd prefer the fitbit flex...
I would choose The Fit bit Flex
Would choose Fit bit Flex
Umm, ahh. I think it would have to be the Jawbone Up as I really don't fancy the bacterial growth of the Fitbit Flex.
I would go with the Jawbone UP
Fitbit Flex
Flex!!
Jawbone
Still undecided
Is there any place you can actually buy a Flex right now? The fitbit site is showing 8-10 weeks back order, and Amazon is out of stock except for a few price gouging resellers.
It's out of stock everywhere. The one I reviewed was pre-ordered in March.
Isn't BestBuy selling them?
I would loveto try the Jawbone
jawbone for me
jawbone for me
think i would go for the flex
I would love to win the Fitbit! I've heard great things.
I think I would like the Jawbone UP for the better app interface
The Jawbone
The Flex looks cooler I guess, but I'd go with the UP for the "fatal" flaw in the flex. I guess nobody likes bacterial growth to build up over time :)
I would probably go with the Jawbone unless I got a super deal on the FitBit
I choose the Fitbit Flex
I have family and friends who have either the Up, fitbit or nike. I have one that has both the Up and nike. All of the Up people love the up. The ones that have the fitbit are always complaining about the construction and how hard it is to put on. The one friend that has both the Up and nike wears both at the same time. Likes the up better but likes the read out of the nike. I'm eagerly waiting on the amiigo.
I'd go with either, but thinking FitBit
I'll just wait till the novelty wears off for the stampeding herd, as it has for hundreds of other "hot, ABSOLUTELY can't do without" gadgets, and pick it up at a garage sale or tag sale for pennies on the dollar.
Tough call...I think the Flex, since it has an easier way to sync. I think the bigger question is whether these devices actually have an impact on our lives. The reviewer doesn't say whether the feedback was useful or not.
Actually, I did. I mentioned that it's nice to have quantifiable data about the quality of my sleep. Plus these devices are highly sought out by people who are trying to stay active anyway. You can't give it to someone who doesn't know what to do with it, and expect the device to have a positive impact. It's a tool used to help those wanting to achieve a goal.
Like them both but if I had to pick one, I think it would be the Flex. Very happy with the Fitbit One I already have...
Fitbit Flex!
the Fitbit Flex
I'd try the Jawbone
Jawbone up!
I would pick the Jawbone UP.
I love my Fitbit One, so I would stick with Fitbit because I trust them with the data accuracy more.
I'm still undecided!
Jawbone up would win my vote
This is a hard place to follow lately !!!
Hmm difiicult but the Fitbit flex would be my choice
I'd choose the Fitbit.
I've been very curious about these. Thanks for reviewing them.
Cheers, Helana! Glad to have helped.
flex!
thanks
Jawbone UP
My wife loves the Jawbone, I am still indecicive. It would be great to win either one.
Love to win the Jawbone UP, its design its simple and for me it looks better than the Fitbit Flex.
I would choose the fitbit flex
Flex +1
Fitbit Flex, because of bluetooth connectivity and adjustable size.
I would pick the flex, lots of good reviews on it.
I am very interested in this product since my practice treats many college athletes and adults involved in keeping fit.
Thanks for the oportunity.
I like the Jawbone UP
Jawbone UP
I would pick Fitbit.
I like the FitBit Flex
Fitbit Flex. Had a jawbone headset and was nothing but problematic. Turned me off the brand
Jawbone Up
Flex for me.
JAWBONE UP!!
I think the Fitbit Flex would win over the Jawbone UP.
Great review. I was just meaning to get one for my better half. I might have to stop myself from getting one for myself too. Hard to decide which one though. But I think the battery life of UP is a winner!
The UP is also easier to maintain. It can store up to 9 months of data until you sync it. Plus when it's running low on battery, it'll remind you on your phone.
I think the Jawbone UP would be the right choice, even if you do have to upload things daily for information. It forces the routine of wear - walk - upload. I think that structure is a good reminder to keep moving.
Jawbone!
Looking forward to giving it a try
Based on the review, I am having a hard time deciding, as well. The style and construction of the Jawbone, as well as the mobile app, though see me leaning towards it. I hate that it doesn't have Bluetooth and auto-synching, though. Give me that and I would be all in.
I have the FitBit One and love it. I was contemplating getting the Flex until I read a review that talked about how it was "off" in it's step counting & such (sorry, can't find the review now). I'm curious as to how the three would compare. A Jawbone Up and Fitbit Flex on the same arm and a Fitbit One attached to my pocket. I realize nothing is going to be 100% accurate all the time, but seeing how each one reports activity would be an interesting comparison. I carry a Virgin Health Miles pedometer from work and it's usually pretty close to what the Fitbit One reports. Overall, I'd have to go with the Fitbit Flex over the Jawbone, simply from my experience with the One and the fact that it has BT sync so I never have to remember to plug it in. Having the app on my phone tell me that the battery is low is pretty darn handy too.
Fitbit Flex
i LOVE this product..
it's amazing..
if i don't get this GiveAway !!
I'll Buy it :) :p
Jawbone
Undecided since review, but would have gone with fitbit originally because of brand name recognition.
Fitbit flex seems better, but I'm still unsure!
fitbit flex
The Up, all the way!
I would get the Jawbone UP.
Not sure if I would buy one of these never tried it.
I have the older fitbit, and love it . . . but, I'd like to try out the jawbone or the one to compare.
I've been looking at these for a long time... thanks for the info.
Glad to be of help, Antonio!
Not sure. I'll probably choose the Jawbone UP
Jawbone
I think the flexibility of the Jawbone will suit more people. but the fitbit is perfect for most people.
would love either one.
Jawbone UP
Fit Bit
Fitbit
I think I would pick the UP, though I do wish it had the real time tracking...
I like the jawbone up. Looks to be more of what I am looking for.
Which would you pick: the Fitbit Flex or Jawbone UP?
Fitbit Flex
Fitbit Flex. It's cool to track yourself in real-time
You know, I just joined LiveStrong.com and I'd have to say programming "Meal", "Workout" and "Loop" times along with the idle activity moniter to get me using my "Gold's Gym" or my "Shake Weight" throughout the day would be major selling points for me.... So I'd have to go with the "JawBone" no question about it!!!
Difficult to decide but I'll say Fitbit Flex for now.
Think I'll go with the Flex!
Considering it's bluetooth connectivity, tiny LED screen, online dashboard and integration with MyFitnessPal, I'd go with the Fitbit Flex.
I would pick the Jawbone Up
I can't decide either. Probably the Jawbone because it has fewer problems with water. But I like the FitBit's ability for real-time syncing...
Jawbone Up looks great!
Jawbone Up
Jawbone Up
The Jawbone UP.
I would pick the Jawbone Up
I think I would pick the jawbone...
Fitbit flex...
i need that one thing.........you got that one thing
Fitbit Flex
The UP looks great but I like the Website for Fitbit and the wireless syncing.
Which would you pick: the Fitbit Flex or Jawbone UP? I would choose the Fitbit Flex because I have already used their other products.
I would prefer Jawbone Up, for its design.
Which would you pick: the Fitbit Flex or Jawbone UP?
I would choose the Fitbit Flex
flex
Gravitating towards the Fitbit Flex
I'll go for flex
jawbone up! :D
I'd go with the flex
I would pick the fitbit flex
Undecided as well but probably the Flex.
Jawbone
I would choose the Ftibit Flex, but both of them are fine things
Not sure but leaning to the Fitbit
FitBit Flex
Jawbone UP
Jawbone
I much prefer the design of the Flex but would want something that does everything and a nice app. Also the ability to check how restless you are in your sleep which would be helpful for those who sleepwalk, or have a partner that snores a lot
I'd go with Fitbit
I would pick the Fit Bit, the idea of water and bacterial growth in the Jawbone Up is off putting
I think you actually mean the Jawbone UP. The Flex is the one withe bacterial growth tendencies.
I read it twice before i posted and still got it wrong lol.
So for the record I would pick The Jawbone Up
I would choose the Fitbit.
I'd have to say the jawbone up.
Jawbone, be mine!
Fitbit flex for now!
I think I would pick the jawbone up! I like the extra feature of food and drink logging, and it seems interesting that it shows you connections between your moods and activities. My initial choice was the fitbit flex but upon further investigation it seems that the jawbone up does the same and a little more.
The Fitbit app allows food and drink input as well, although it doesn't have "moods"
Tough call; probably the flex
This giveaway is open only to US residents?
All of our giveaways are open worldwide.
I would probably choose the Jawbone Up
Jawbone UP (Y)
I like the construction and design of the jawbone UP this is my top pick.
Jawbone Up
Jawbone up all the way....
I want to win it! Never tried such a gadget.