I walked 3,500 steps with the Fitbit Air vs Fitbit Inspire 3 — and there's a clear winner
The article compares the Fitbit Air and Fitbit Inspire 3 by having the author walk 3,500 steps while wearing both devices. Both trackers recorded basic health metrics and cost about $99, though the Inspire 3 is often discounted. Key differences include the Air’s screen‑free design and the Inspire 3’s tiny display, while neither device has built‑in GPS.
- ▪The author manually counted each step as a control and used the Strava app on an iPhone for distance and pace verification.
- ▪Both the Fitbit Air and Fitbit Inspire 3 are priced around $99, with the Inspire 3 frequently on sale for $79.
- ▪The Air is a screen‑free tracker offering up to a week of battery life, whereas the Inspire 3 includes a small screen for notifications and workout controls.
- ▪Neither device includes onboard GPS, requiring a paired smartphone for accurate outdoor workout tracking.
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Wellness Smartwatches Fitness Trackers I walked 3,500 steps with the Fitbit Air vs Fitbit Inspire 3 — and there's a clear winner Face Off By Dan Bracaglia published 17 June 2026 Fitbit vs Fitbit, which one wins? When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Dan Bracaglia/Tom's Guide) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Which $99 Fitbit fitness tracker is more accurate, the Fitbit Inspire 3 or the newer, screen-free Fitbit Air? Both devices performed admirably in our review test process, but is one more reliable than the other? I decided to find out.On a picture-perfect cerulean Seattle…
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