The $79.95 Fitbit Ace 3 is a simple activity tracker designed for children between the ages of six and 12. It focuses on basics such as step counts and rest, while offering a battery life bump from the last generation, but it still doesn't offer location or GPS tracking. Parents who want to keep tabs on their children from afar should consider a dedicated tracking device such as the $149 Verizon Gizmo Watch 3. For those more interested in ensuring that their younger kids—who may not be ready for a fully connected device—are getting enough exercise during the day and sleep during the night, the Fitbit Ace 3 does that reliably and affordably.A Kid-Friendly Design The Fitbit Ace 3 is a simple black tracker with a removable silicone strap, but it looks cool and your kids will probably agree. The plastic tracker measures 1.47 by 0.7 by 0.5 inches (HWD) and features a button on either side. The 1.4-inch OLED monochrome display supports touch gestures, though the buttons permit faster ac...
The Fitbit Ace 3 is a fun, attractive fitness band for younger kids that keeps tabs on activity and sleep without a monthly subscription fee, but it lacks location tracking and other apps youngsters might want.
Tracks activity and sleep; Good battery life; Comfortable, waterproof design; Stylish, swappable bands; Can receive text notifications
No location/GPS tracking; Short charging cable; No heart rate monitoring