Fitbit Edge drops three features found on Charge 6
Google's new Fitbit Edge is positioned as the successor to the Charge 6 and costs £159/$179. Unlike the Charge 6, it lacks NFC for Google Wallet payments, stress tracking, and Google Maps navigation. It does add a gyroscope, altimeter, Gemini AI fitness guidance, and IP68 water resistance.
The Fitbit Edge is Google's newest fitness tracker and is positioned as the Charge 6's successor. It costs £159/$179. Compared with the Charge 6, it omits NFC for Google Wallet payments, stress tracking, and Google Maps navigation; Maps is listed as coming soon with no confirmed date.
It adds a gyroscope, altimeter, Gemini AI fitness guidance, and IP68 water resistance. Other additions include cardio load, target cardio load, real-time visual guidance, live in-workout metrics, floors climbed, Morning Brief, quick replies, and monthly blood pressure and insulin resistance trends, some requiring Google Health Premium.
The omissions may matter most to frequent contactless payers, stress-tracking users, and people who rely on wrist navigation. Shoppers comparing the Edge with older trackers could see less value at a higher price, while Google may face questions about product segmentation. Conversely, added sensors and AI coaching could appeal to fitness-focused buyers. Overall, the device may nudge some users toward alternatives, but its impact is likely limited to personal purchasing choices.