Article 2MEFR Garmin Vivosmart 3 review: Shots fired at Fitbit, but some don’t hit

Garmin Vivosmart 3 review: Shots fired at Fitbit, but some don’t hit

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Valentina Palladino
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The thinner-and-lighter trend isn't just dominating smartphones and laptops-fitness tech companies are constantly trying to make "the next big thing" as thin and light as they possibly can. Fitbit recently slimmed down its $150 Alta HR fitness tracker, and now Garmin is countering with its new $139 Vivosmart 3 wristband.

The newest device in the accessible Vivo line takes last year's Vivosmart HR to the next level with new rep counting and stress-evaluating features, as well as a slimmer design. Garmin just manages to undercut Fitbit on price here, but just because it's cheaper and has the Garmin name doesn't mean it's the better choice.

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