other channels work like "paid reviews" imho, they "miss" obvious failures of the equipment they review, being scared to be cut of by the brand if they say something negative.
@@TheQuantifiedScientist Hello Rob Your videos are amazing! does the Fitbit measure the HRV accuretly and does it provide a Readiness score like the Oura? which one would you recommend? Im looking for sleep and overall health tracking like HRV...
Man, in all seriousness, your channel is absolute gold!! Please keep doing what you do. This is some of the best tech review content on RUclips period! You should have much, much more followers
This is the first Fitbit I have used. It has some new features ruclips.net/user/postUgkxbkrje8Y7BaqRkAjimw-55ajvVo7RbcIp and I like the information that it gives me.I think the phone app could be designed to be a bit more accommodating, as it can be confusing to use. The rubber band is comfortable, and normally I do not like rubber bands for my watches, but this is comfortable.I am looking forward to seeing if this helps me stay accountable in my fitness endeavors!My only gripe is the box was very damaged when it arrived, however, the tracker is performing perfectly!
Hey Rob, I think it would be cool to have a video where you review which fitness trackers perform the best of all that you have analyzed in the three categories of step count, heart rate, and sleep. Love the videos!
Dear Rob, from the bottom of my heart I wish that your channel blows up and you become a 10mil+ youtuber for putting out this kind of high quality content. One suggestion to extend your reach: Do short videos on a regular basis (e.g. each quarter) to sum up the top3 sleep devices that you can recommend based on your thorough testing.
When it comes to something that tracks numbers of your body and health why are you the only one that's actually scientifically verifying accuracy on the review market. So crazy.
I just keep rewatching all of your videos because they are so densely packed with information (in a good way), searched way to long for such a channel!
👇Amazon Affiliate links, support the channel!👇 Fitbit Inspire 2: geni.us/iZHlb Fitbit Charge 4: geni.us/wjAfjU Of course, only buy the Inspire 2 if it makes sense for you!👍
i am from hong kong and really appreciate your effort. your tests are so very useful. i was looking for a good sleep tracking watch and i got a fitbit after viewing your video. however, recently, i need longer GPS for my hiking and outdoor activities so i am super interested in coros apex. coros is a super good new brand that hits garmin and polar in the last two years. would you please test a coros apex on its heart rate and sleep track accuracy? thank you so very much.
Great video! One suggestion: on the HR scatter plot, perhaps you could make the data points from the weight lifting activity a different color dot compare to the cardio activities. Or even make a separate scatter plot with just the cardio (cycling/running) activities. It seems like most of the mismatch is from weight lifting which it appears most optical wrist trackers don’t capture. Thanks!
These videos are amazing! Finally somebody does this right an provides actually helpful info and measurements. On behalf of the faceless youtube crowd I want to say - Thank you for your hard work!
This is so impressive! I haven't seen anyone put this much effort into a review. Thank you very much for the time and effort you put into creating this :)
Thank you so much, Rob! I waer a Fitbit Alta HR for several years and always have issues with my heart rate measuring (I use a Polar H10 to compare my HR while running). The measuring differs up to 25-30 higher while training which is a lot - nonetheless I am a huge Fitbit fan and your test gave me the last push to try out the Inspire 2. Used your affiliate link to support your channel. 🙏
The Inspire has basically the same functions as my Fitbit Alta HR (could be the same internal parts in a different casing for all we know!), which I tested against the full professional sensors used on me during a sleep study and found to be remarkably accurate compared to the results of that sleep study. Of course, my comparison was basically comparing the amount of time I spent in each phase, which was roughly the same, so it wasn't nearly as detailed an analysis as Rob used in this video, but they were impressive all the same.
I love this channel. Thanks for all your work Rob! If you get around to evaluation of smart body weight scales that would be cool but just a random thought. You're doing amazing work.
This is pretty much the only scientific fitness tracker testing video I can find, and I'm truly impressed by the seriousness. Keep up the good work, your content deserves more attention.
I'm so glad I stumbled across your channel. As someone who has heart disease, it is important that my tracking be as accurate as possible. Thank you ever so much for giving us actual data instead of marketing hype. Keep up the good work. As an addendum, you have a great smile, so keep smiling.
This channel is definitely the one im looking for!!! After watching this video, i plan to buy this fitbit inspired 2:) this one is even better than charge 4 from your results. Thank you so much for your awesome videos!
Pretty valuable video on this fitbit. Good job explaining the comparisons and reasonable analysis. Thank you, you give me faith that I , perhaps, did purchase a good product. Best regards !
Terrific video. You cemented my decision to get an Inspire 2. Hard data mixed with straightforward analysis and a smiling face. Keep up the great work!
Great job! You rarely find a tech channel that puts in the time to present relevant data, not just repeat what everybody already said, but wrapped in a new filming style, and stuffed with some cheesy jokes, just to fill the time. Keep on the good work!
I love the scientific approach that you take to reviewing these products. Right now I am deliberating between the Fitbit Inspire 2, the Fitbit Charge 4, or the Oura 2 Ring. I will be sure to use one of your affiliate links if/when I decide to buy.
I’ve been looking for a good fitness ‘watch’ that will last long and count my steps and show sleep. I found you the other day because I knew you did in depth reviews and saw this one was $70 at the moment! Thanks for the great review as always! I’m sure I’ll be back lol.
Thanks so much for these videos, and all the time you put into them. They've really helped me decide what my first fitness tracker should be, and it's great to see the accuracy tested with such precision and enthusiasm. Plus, from your record collection, it's obvious you have great taste in music!
Thanks much, Rob! Your reviews are the best! A correct way in testing out with data analysis as a concrete proof! Keep it up! You KO'd other reviewers for real 👊😎
Absolutely love your videos. I consider this information very valuable to help me through the confusion regarding which purchase is appropriate for me.
Yeah, I agree. I think what you're seeing here on the HR data is going to be across the board for all wrist based optical heart rate monitors. The wrist is an odd spot to measure HR when doing something like weight lifting. Keep up the great work on these videos!!! 🙌
Great review Rob! Fitbit continues to to impress for non-EEG wearables. Are there any plans to test the Muse S for sleep tracking? They recently added all night sleep tracking. Unfortunately, the Dreem 2 headband continues to be unavailable (at least in the US) and it’d be interesting to see how the Muse S stacks up against a scientific EEG device. Thank you for what you do!
@@TheQuantifiedScientist then i will wait until you review the muse s to decide which device to buy! , dr any recommended device to track my "mental state" through the day i suffer from insomnia, anxiety and depression, I always see myself procrastinating, leaving things uncomplete, losing focus, losing and gaining motivation, when exercising feeling extremely fatigated most mental than physical sometimes feeling nauseous, i know that maybe i'm asking for too much but i want to look at some kind of data to show to my doctor and to me to trace patterns and match with different actions or practices, at this point i think i can invest a bit more in a scientific device instead of a "commercial" one like this bands, rings or something like that. Thank you beforehand
Thank you , very good assessment of Fitbit Inspire 2 . I had Fitbit Inspire HR which did not work any more after more than 2 years use probably because of the battery was dead after 24 hours two years continuous use. I have an iWatch with Autosleep app. I found the Fitbit is better and miss it. Fitbit sleep tracking is better. I will probably buy a Fitbit Inspire 2 to use as a sleep tracker.
Hey, Rob. Thank you so much for the effort you are putting in these videos. I personally have a Huawei Watch GT and and I love to see it or it's succesor (GT2) reviewed by you, especially sleep accuracy vs the EEG. Keep up the good work because you are kind of unique on these types of reviews.
Great video. You covered the important points that informed me this device will serve me the way I am looking for and I don't need to get one that costs more.
Excellent video. I agree the Fitbit always over counts the steps. I've even had it automatically record an "outdoor bike" session when I was actually on my scooter.
Really useful thanks. I finally gave up on the Mi band 6 for sleep since they changed the app in March.I have ordered this one and checked your review first before ordering 🙂👍
I gotta be honest, the logo for the zMax (the soulless human with a headband, and the light shining on their forehead) is giving me actual nightmares and keeping me awake at night. I believe that is antithetical to a sleep analysis headband.
Generally in good condition but I'm not getting younger and am having some sleep issues I'm getting some supplements much needed atm. Be lovely to see some improvement. 44 same waist I was at 20. Cycling is another reason keeps me sane. I can think adhd. Exercise is the best for it stick your drugs pharmaceutical one's I'm good. Appreciate the review 50uk now with a free year subscription. Can't go wrong. So frustrating seeing someone get more than 5 hours atm I'm getting 4 really annoying me, I'm hoping some decent supplements will help stopped coffee. I'm complicated tbh i have stimulants brain damage from addiction. I don't care who knows its made me who i am. Its just easier to say adhd it's exactly the same.
I like the quantity of information, all the graphics. My preference would be to have some sort of ending where you talk about the product , pro and cons , maybe a page . Thank you.
Thank you so much for these videos! As they say, you can't manage what you can't measure, and until I can afford a Zmax this seems like a good budget beginning for monitoring and tweaking my sleep habits, I loved your channel and subscribed! Cheers
Hello! Really enjoy all your videos! I purchased the Inspire 2 thanks to you!!! Just had a quick question in the fitbit dashboard settings for my device on desktop, I notice that my fitbit is toggled to have sleep sensitivity to normal, was wondering whether you had it on normal or did you select sensitive when performing the studies that you did for your of your inspire 2 video.
What you should do next is measure metabolic rate and whether it increases using an "active chair" like the QOR360 Ariel chair, vs a standing desk, vs a normal chair. That would be a different venue you could apply this type of video study to. I think it would be cool, and straightforward to do.
I feel like this is the only channel that does serious reviews. All other reviews are people unboxing the damn watch for 10 minutes.
Thanks!
other channels work like "paid reviews" imho, they "miss" obvious failures of the equipment they review, being scared to be cut of by the brand if they say something negative.
Yesss, someone who actually goes in depth scientifically for these fitness trackers!
Thanks Rebecca!
@@TheQuantifiedScientist Hello Rob Your videos are amazing! does the Fitbit measure the HRV accuretly and does it provide a Readiness score like the Oura? which one would you recommend? Im looking for sleep and overall health tracking like HRV...
Who actually examines performance data of prospective purchases?
@@TheQuantifiedScientist dear Rob, is Fitbit luxe better heart rate accuracy than inspire 2?
I like him
Man, in all seriousness, your channel is absolute gold!! Please keep doing what you do. This is some of the best tech review content on RUclips period! You should have much, much more followers
Wow, thanks!😄
This is the first Fitbit I have used. It has some new features ruclips.net/user/postUgkxbkrje8Y7BaqRkAjimw-55ajvVo7RbcIp and I like the information that it gives me.I think the phone app could be designed to be a bit more accommodating, as it can be confusing to use. The rubber band is comfortable, and normally I do not like rubber bands for my watches, but this is comfortable.I am looking forward to seeing if this helps me stay accountable in my fitness endeavors!My only gripe is the box was very damaged when it arrived, however, the tracker is performing perfectly!
This is the first comment I’ve ever left on RUclips in 10 years. And you absolutely deserve it. Love what you’re doing. Keep it up!!
Hey Rob, I think it would be cool to have a video where you review which fitness trackers perform the best of all that you have analyzed in the three categories of step count, heart rate, and sleep. Love the videos!
Dear Rob, from the bottom of my heart I wish that your channel blows up and you become a 10mil+ youtuber for putting out this kind of high quality content. One suggestion to extend your reach: Do short videos on a regular basis (e.g. each quarter) to sum up the top3 sleep devices that you can recommend based on your thorough testing.
Keep going Rob😊 you are the best in your field, your job is crucial and concretely useful!!💪
Glad you think so!😄
When it comes to something that tracks numbers of your body and health why are you the only one that's actually scientifically verifying accuracy on the review market. So crazy.
Probably the only one that is a post doc and dedicates his life to this. That's why. Love it.
@@NickRoederhe also doesn't get privileged access to new models for him to review, which other tech reviewers rely on to keep their views high.
I just keep rewatching all of your videos because they are so densely packed with information (in a good way), searched way to long for such a channel!
i have been reading all the reviews I could find before purchasing a fitness tracker. this is by far the most helpful! thanks so much and keep it up!
Love the videos keep up the good work I’m someone who is always looking for the most accurate devices to wear so I really appreciate the work you do.
I really appreciate that D P👍!
👇Amazon Affiliate links, support the channel!👇
Fitbit Inspire 2: geni.us/iZHlb
Fitbit Charge 4: geni.us/wjAfjU
Of course, only buy the Inspire 2 if it makes sense for you!👍
Which is the best wearable for sleep tracking and the function of smart alarm. Where the alarm goes off when the sleep tracker detects light sleep.
i am from hong kong and really appreciate your effort. your tests are so very useful. i was looking for a good sleep tracking watch and i got a fitbit after viewing your video. however, recently, i need longer GPS for my hiking and outdoor activities so i am super interested in coros apex. coros is a super good new brand that hits garmin and polar in the last two years. would you please test a coros apex on its heart rate and sleep track accuracy? thank you so very much.
What I appreciate is your no nonsense straight talk no music needed approach.
Great video! One suggestion: on the HR scatter plot, perhaps you could make the data points from the weight lifting activity a different color dot compare to the cardio activities. Or even make a separate scatter plot with just the cardio (cycling/running) activities. It seems like most of the mismatch is from weight lifting which it appears most optical wrist trackers don’t capture. Thanks!
These videos are amazing! Finally somebody does this right an provides actually helpful info and measurements. On behalf of the faceless youtube crowd I want to say - Thank you for your hard work!
This is so impressive! I haven't seen anyone put this much effort into a review. Thank you very much for the time and effort you put into creating this :)
Thank you so much, Rob! I waer a Fitbit Alta HR for several years and always have issues with my heart rate measuring (I use a Polar H10 to compare my HR while running). The measuring differs up to 25-30 higher while training which is a lot - nonetheless I am a huge Fitbit fan and your test gave me the last push to try out the Inspire 2. Used your affiliate link to support your channel. 🙏
The Inspire has basically the same functions as my Fitbit Alta HR (could be the same internal parts in a different casing for all we know!), which I tested against the full professional sensors used on me during a sleep study and found to be remarkably accurate compared to the results of that sleep study. Of course, my comparison was basically comparing the amount of time I spent in each phase, which was roughly the same, so it wasn't nearly as detailed an analysis as Rob used in this video, but they were impressive all the same.
I love this channel. Thanks for all your work Rob! If you get around to evaluation of smart body weight scales that would be cool but just a random thought. You're doing amazing work.
this is what i've waiting. so thank u for ur vid. it is also good to the result of sleep accuracy and other things. have a nice day rob!
Thanks! 😊 Enjoy your day!
This is pretty much the only scientific fitness tracker testing video I can find, and I'm truly impressed by the seriousness.
Keep up the good work, your content deserves more attention.
I was looking forward to this video, great "present" you have given us on this Valentine
I'm so glad I stumbled across your channel. As someone who has heart disease, it is important that my tracking be as accurate as possible. Thank you ever so much for giving us actual data instead of marketing hype. Keep up the good work. As an addendum, you have a great smile, so keep smiling.
This channel is definitely the one im looking for!!!
After watching this video, i plan to buy this fitbit inspired 2:) this one is even better than charge 4 from your results. Thank you so much for your awesome videos!
Thank you so much for all your hard work on these videos. We appreciate you!
i have never seen such type of accurate comparison in my life. Excellent Work and highly intelligent
Best sleep tracker devices RUclips channel bar none.
Trank you very much for the high quality tests, just ordered the charge 4 based on your videos - much appreciated!
Enjoy!
This is rare gold. premium quality content.
Pretty valuable video on this fitbit. Good job explaining the comparisons and reasonable analysis. Thank you, you give me faith that I , perhaps, did purchase a good product. Best regards !
Thank you for taking the time to make these tests, its really appreciated :)
Great review, decided to get the Inspire 2 because I don’t use notifications, it’s quite affordable, and fairly accurate sleep and fitness tracking
Terrific video. You cemented my decision to get an Inspire 2. Hard data mixed with straightforward analysis and a smiling face. Keep up the great work!
Subscribed. What a great and in depth review!
Awesome, thank you!
A true scientist. I love it. Thank you for the review. I most certainly appreciate your time, attention and methodology in this review.
Fantastisch werk, precies wat ik zocht. Heel erg bedankt voor de moeite!
Great job! You rarely find a tech channel that puts in the time to present relevant data, not just repeat what everybody already said, but wrapped in a new filming style, and stuffed with some cheesy jokes, just to fill the time. Keep on the good work!
I love your reviews!! Are you planning to analyze the upcoming Fitbit Lux?
Your reviews are pure gold! Appreciate your work!
I love the combination of scientific study and review! Great work.
I really appreciate all the work that goes into your videos 😀
I love the scientific approach that you take to reviewing these products. Right now I am deliberating between the Fitbit Inspire 2, the Fitbit Charge 4, or the Oura 2 Ring. I will be sure to use one of your affiliate links if/when I decide to buy.
love seeing rob blast out some dumbbell curls.
This is such an amazing video with so much effort devoted, thank you so much.
I’ve been looking for a good fitness ‘watch’ that will last long and count my steps and show sleep. I found you the other day because I knew you did in depth reviews and saw this one was $70 at the moment! Thanks for the great review as always! I’m sure I’ll be back lol.
Appreciate all the hard work you put in !
Thanks so much for these videos, and all the time you put into them. They've really helped me decide what my first fitness tracker should be, and it's great to see the accuracy tested with such precision and enthusiasm. Plus, from your record collection, it's obvious you have great taste in music!
So glad I found your videos. Your information is something to be guided by. Thank you.
Very good video. I just bought one of these mostly for sleep tracking so this video was very helpful.
Glad it was helpful!
Bought it about your amazing review and recommendation , thank you 🙏🏼
Would you say that the charge 4 has more accurate heart rate and sleep tracking than the inspire 2?
I love the effort put in to do to these great videos. Amazing value addition
Thank you for all the work and doing a great job sharing your findings!
Thanks for watching!
Awesome video as ever Rob, much respect.
Thanks CS!
Thanks much, Rob! Your reviews are the best! A correct way in testing out with data analysis as a concrete proof! Keep it up! You KO'd other reviewers for real 👊😎
Absolutely love your videos. I consider this information very valuable to help me through the confusion regarding which purchase is appropriate for me.
Yeah, I agree. I think what you're seeing here on the HR data is going to be across the board for all wrist based optical heart rate monitors. The wrist is an odd spot to measure HR when doing something like weight lifting. Keep up the great work on these videos!!! 🙌
Thank you for the comprehensive analysis. Keep it up!
Finally a proper scientific comparison - thank you!
Nice as always rob!
Thanks Tim!!
Great review Rob! Fitbit continues to to impress for non-EEG wearables. Are there any plans to test the Muse S for sleep tracking? They recently added all night sleep tracking. Unfortunately, the Dreem 2 headband continues to be unavailable (at least in the US) and it’d be interesting to see how the Muse S stacks up against a scientific EEG device. Thank you for what you do!
Hi Bill! Yes, Muse agreed to send me one to test😄
@@TheQuantifiedScientist then i will wait until you review the muse s to decide which device to buy! , dr any recommended device to track my "mental state" through the day i suffer from insomnia, anxiety and depression, I always see myself procrastinating, leaving things uncomplete, losing focus, losing and gaining motivation, when exercising feeling extremely fatigated most mental than physical sometimes feeling nauseous, i know that maybe i'm asking for too much but i want to look at some kind of data to show to my doctor and to me to trace patterns and match with different actions or practices, at this point i think i can invest a bit more in a scientific device instead of a "commercial" one like this bands, rings or something like that. Thank you beforehand
@@TheQuantifiedScientist get the. Muse s gen 2
Is that a Panama Wedding album in the background?? Great video, btw! It encouraged me to invest in an Inspire 2, and I'm loving it!
Thank you , very good assessment of Fitbit Inspire 2 . I had Fitbit Inspire HR which did not work any more after more than 2 years use probably because of the battery was dead after 24 hours two years continuous use. I have an iWatch with Autosleep app. I found the Fitbit is better and miss it. Fitbit sleep tracking is better. I will probably buy a Fitbit Inspire 2 to use as a sleep tracker.
Hi Beng OEY! Thanks for the compliment, hope you enjoy your new Inspire 2 if you decide to buy one :-D
Hey, Rob. Thank you so much for the effort you are putting in these videos. I personally have a Huawei Watch GT and and I love to see it or it's succesor (GT2) reviewed by you, especially sleep accuracy vs the EEG. Keep up the good work because you are kind of unique on these types of reviews.
Amazing work, I subscribed right after watching your first video
Great video. You covered the important points that informed me this device will serve me the way I am looking for and I don't need to get one that costs more.
Excellent video. I agree the Fitbit always over counts the steps. I've even had it automatically record an "outdoor bike" session when I was actually on my scooter.
The Wernher Von Braun of tech reviews! I love it!
Thanks Rob. Great test as always! Interesting how different watches are...
You da man!! I have the previous version, a Fitbit Inspire HR, and hope it has similar performance as the Inspire 2. Many thanks.
Thanks for sharing your test results. It's good to know its benefits and limitations.
I'm really glad i came across this channel
thx. I have ordered Fitbit Inspire 2 by our link.
Really useful thanks. I finally gave up on the Mi band 6 for sleep since they changed the app in March.I have ordered this one and checked your review first before ordering 🙂👍
I gotta be honest, the logo for the zMax (the soulless human with a headband, and the light shining on their forehead) is giving me actual nightmares and keeping me awake at night. I believe that is antithetical to a sleep analysis headband.
Great video! Thank you for taking the time. Your videos are very informative and enjoyable :)
thank you for your work!!! your videos helped me choose the right fitness band for me!
Thank you for this great scientific content ❤
Super video ! Hallo aus Niederoesterreich! Well made intro , straight to the point and very scientific :D
Generally in good condition but I'm not getting younger and am having some sleep issues I'm getting some supplements much needed atm. Be lovely to see some improvement. 44 same waist I was at 20. Cycling is another reason keeps me sane. I can think adhd. Exercise is the best for it stick your drugs pharmaceutical one's I'm good. Appreciate the review 50uk now with a free year subscription. Can't go wrong.
So frustrating seeing someone get more than 5 hours atm I'm getting 4 really annoying me, I'm hoping some decent supplements will help stopped coffee. I'm complicated tbh i have stimulants brain damage from addiction. I don't care who knows its made me who i am. Its just easier to say adhd it's exactly the same.
Great video as always! Keep it up man!
Hey man! I appreciate these videos as usual, seriously you should have more subscribers for the presentation you make!
I appreciate that Kevin!
Thanks for this!! Your channel has helped a lot in deciding what to get! :)
Thank you this has been very helpful. I am torn between this & charge 4 and I will check that review now
Excellent job! (It would've also been nice if you could've mentioned the app as well, maybe next time? ) Thank you.
Very thorough and scientific review, thank you
I like the quantity of information, all the graphics. My preference would be to have some sort of ending where you talk about the product , pro and cons , maybe a page . Thank you.
Thanks for the serious review
Thank you so much for these videos! As they say, you can't manage what you can't measure, and until I can afford a Zmax this seems like a good budget beginning for monitoring and tweaking my sleep habits, I loved your channel and subscribed! Cheers
Very good job like usual ! Very impatient to see the next results. Overall, Very good results for a 80 € watch !!
So helpful! When is the I spire 3 video dropping? :)
Greetings from Belgium.
Excellent video Sir. You've convinced me.
Awesome video I'm impressed! Also, fair play to you doing a spinning session on Christmas Eve 😁😊
Yes! Thank you I kept wondering if I should get this one.
Glad I could help Hazel!
Hello! Really enjoy all your videos! I purchased the Inspire 2 thanks to you!!! Just had a quick question in the fitbit dashboard settings for my device on desktop, I notice that my fitbit is toggled to have sleep sensitivity to normal, was wondering whether you had it on normal or did you select sensitive when performing the studies that you did for your of your inspire 2 video.
Bro, I did bought a Inspire 2 just now, can i accidently found your video. hopefully worth it
Cant wait for more testing video of fitbit inspire 2
What you should do next is measure metabolic rate and whether it increases using an "active chair" like the QOR360 Ariel chair, vs a standing desk, vs a normal chair. That would be a different venue you could apply this type of video study to. I think it would be cool, and straightforward to do.
Thanks so much! I appreciate the science and the detail.