Fitbit Charge 5: specs, who it fits and compatible phones
Fitbit Charge 5 is a smartwatch released in 2021 that works with iPhone and Android. It lists Standard GPS, 5ATM and Fitbit Pay.
Specifications
| Release year | 2021 |
|---|---|
| Display | AMOLED |
| Battery as listed | Up to 7 days |
| Water rating | 5ATM |
| Case material | Aluminum |
| GPS type | Standard GPS |
| Operating system | Fitbit OS |
| Works with | iPhone and Android |
| Connection | None |
| Contactless wallet | Fitbit Pay |
| Plan needed | Optional |
| Health sensors | SpO2, HRV, Skin temperature, ECG |
Who it fits
- Works with iPhone and Android.
- Lists an exact water rating of 5ATM or higher.
How it compares
Closest models from Fitbit
| Model | Release year | Case size | Battery as listed | Water rating | GPS type | Works with |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitbit Sense 2 | 2022 | 40.5 mm | 6+ days | 5ATM | Standard GPS | iOS and Android |
| Fitbit Versa 3 | 2020 | 40 mm | 6+ days | 5ATM | Standard GPS | iOS and Android |
| Fitbit Versa 4 | 2022 | - | Up to 6 days | 5ATM | Standard GPS | iOS and Android |
Closest models from other brands
| Model | Release year | Case size | Battery as listed | Water rating | GPS type | Works with |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazfit GTS 2e | 2021 | - | Up to 14 days | 5ATM | Standard GPS | iOS and Android |
| Garmin Approach S12 | 2021 | 43.7 mm | Up to 10 days · 30 hours GPS golf | 5ATM | Standard GPS | iOS and Android |
| Polar Grit X Pro | 2021 | 47 mm | Up to 7 days · 40 hours of GPS (100 hours in saver mode) | 10ATM | Standard GPS | iOS and Android |
Compared with Fitbit Sense 2, Fitbit Charge 5 lists an older release year (2021 against 2022).
Compared with Fitbit Versa 3, Fitbit Charge 5 lists a newer release year (2021 against 2020).
Compared with Fitbit Versa 4, Fitbit Charge 5 lists an older release year (2021 against 2022).
Compared with Amazfit GTS 2e, Fitbit Charge 5 lists a shorter listed battery (7 days against 14) and a contactless wallet (Fitbit Pay), which Amazfit GTS 2e does not list.
Compared with Garmin Approach S12, Fitbit Charge 5 lists Aluminum case material, where Garmin Approach S12 lists Polymer and a contactless wallet (Fitbit Pay), which Garmin Approach S12 does not list.
Compared with Polar Grit X Pro, Fitbit Charge 5 lists a lower ATM rating (5 against 10) and a contactless wallet (Fitbit Pay), which Polar Grit X Pro does not list.
Only values listed exactly are compared.
Position in the catalog
Its listed battery of 7 days is above 9% of 46 smartwatches with a single plain days value. Its exact water rating of 5ATM is above 4% of 78 smartwatches with a single exact ATM rating. It was released in 2021. Among 128 smartwatches with an exact release year, 9% were released in 2021 or earlier and 96% were released in 2021 or later.
Phone compatibility and plan
An optional plan adds features. Check the maker's page for terms.
Sensors and features are listed as the maker names them and are not medical measurements.
Related guides and lists
- Battery life explained
- Phone compatibility
- Water resistance ratings
- Sensors explained
- Fitbit smartwatches
- All models
Last verified September 26, 2026
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