When it comes to what the Apple Watch Series 9 and the Fitbit Sense 2 can track in terms of fitness, the two overlap on a great many features. On the most basic level, both smartwatches are able to track your steps and your heart rate, which people like to utilize even if they aren’t exercising at a particular time. Beyond that, though, each device allows you to track different results for different types of exercises, whether you’re running, lifting weights, or doing yoga. For swimmers, both devices are water resistant up to 50 meters. Both companies also offer a premium membership of $9.99 a month to access guided exercise routines.
Both devices can track your running or walking distances and use GPS to track your routes, like a navigation system. For the Fitbit Sense 2, you can use Google Maps, whereas the Apple Watch can connect to Apple Maps to dictate your route to you. These features keep you focused on your exercise and not worrying about where you are going. Depending on your preferred map service could play a big role in which smartwatch you gravitate towards.
Another difference is brand new. Previously, both devices were able to track your blood oxygen levels, but Apple recently discontinued that feature after a patent dispute. The Sense 2 still tracks this information.
