Sticking to a smartwatch or a smart ring was a tough decision for me. Nevertheless, I didn’t want to compromise my health and fitness. So, I am wearing both my Evie smart ring and Fitbit Charge 6 to track most of the major health metrics. But wearing more than one fitness tracker is not everyone’s liking.
If any of my readers feel the same and want to choose between the Evie Ring and Fitbit Charge 6, my experience with both of them will surely help you to decide.
I do understand that selecting between a ring and a watch can be tough, but if you know what you want from your fitness tracker, this will be a piece of cake!
My Experience With Evie Ring And Fitbit Charge 6
I am impressed with Evie Ring’s women-centric approach, as it is surely the first smart ring brand that has targeted female users primarily. However, the Fitbit Charge 6 caught my attention for its Google essentials like Maps, Wallet, and YouTube Music controls, which are unavailable in a smart ring, otherwise.
The Fitbit brand is quite popular and has deep penetration in the market. Evie, on the other hand, is a new brand. Moreover, Fitbit has fitness tracking bands or watches, and Evie has smart rings. So, one cannot compare them directly, but they can be compared in terms of comfort, features, durability, prices, etc.
Design And Colors
The first thing that hits our mind before buying anything is the physical appearance. I am a bit choosy about it. I liked the Evie Ring’s open-ended design. My Fitbit Charge 6 looks like a normal fitness tracker with a rectangular dial and a colorful strap.
Though the Evie Ring was available in Gold, Rose Gold, and Silver colors, I opted for the Silver one. I liked the other colors as well, but I am not a fan of gold jewelry. So, I settled for the Silver color! The finish is quite classy and sleek. You can choose as per your own preferred color.
I found Fitbit 6 colors more trendy. It was available in Silver, Coral, and Black colors only. Though I liked the black one also, I ended up buying the Coral Fitbit 6 (I wish I could have bought both of them!).
The Coral Fitbit 6 looks quite sporty on my wrist, and it adds more style to my outfit. If you are not into vibrant colors like Coral, you can opt for Black or Silver ones, as they are evergreen colors and can blend well with your outfits.
Customization
The Evie Ring can’t be customized, but its open-ended design is quite helpful for me as I can easily wear or remove the ring whenever I have swollen fingers. However, I can customize my Fitbit watch with dozens of clock faces and can fit it into other accessory bands.
So, in terms of Evie and Fitbit’s design, I like them both as one looks classy on my finger and the other looks stylish on my wrist.
Comfort And Durability
Evie Ring is made of a Zirconium-based Amorphous alloy or Liquidmetal with a Titanium PVD coating. So, it is easy to wear while doing normal house chores without any fear of scratching, but I avoid wearing it when doing rigorous exercises. I can’t take the risk of getting any more scratches on it. I got a dent on it when I slipped on the floor. So, I am much more cautious now.
Since the Evie Ring has open edges, I can easily remove or wear it. So, it’s kind of a relief for me. Thank God! I don’t have to apply oil or soap to get rid of overtight rings anymore. I wish more smart ring brands adopt similar designs.
| Specs | Evie Ring | Fitbit Charge 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 3.2-3.7g (depending on ring size) | 37.64 g |
| Dimensions | 8mm wide; 3mm thick | 36.83mm length x 23.11mm width x 11.18mm height |
The Fitbit 6 dial is made of Aluminum, Glass, and Resin, and the band has Silicone material along with an Aluminum buckle. Though it is comfortable to wear for long hours, I get marks on my wrist skin after a complete day of wearing it. In terms of durability, I find it more tougher than the Evie Ring. Luckily, I haven’t had any scratches on the dial yet. So, for me, it’s quite durable.
Battery Life & Charging
The next crucial thing is the battery life and charging process. Typically, we all charge gadgets by using a cable charger connected to a power source. However, my Evie Ring is different in this respect, and it’s really smart!
Yes, the Evie Ring has a portable charging case that acts as its power source and organizer. Moreover, I can charge the Evie case, and it has the capacity to hold up to 10 charges!
Unfortunately, there is no portable charging case option to charge my Fitbit 6. It is still charged by a charging cable connected to Fitbit’s back pins. So, I have to make sure that my Fitbit is well-charged before leaving home!
| Charging Details | Evie Ring | Fitbit Charge 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Official Battery Life | 4+ days of battery life (varies based on usage) | 7 Days |
| My Observed Battery Life | 3-4 days | 4-5 days |
| Official Charging Time | 60 mins | 2 hours |
| My Observed Charging Time | 60-70 mins | 2-2.30 hours |
I found out that Evie and Fitbit have almost the same battery life. I usually charge my Evie Ring after 3 or 4 days. Though Fitbit’s official website claims that it has a 7-day battery life, I have to charge it every 4-5 days. Fitbit’s battery drains faster because of continuous monitoring of SpO2, display, notification pop-ups, etc. So, it needs to be charged more frequently.
Another major thing that I found in the charging process is that Evie Ring gets charged completely in an hour. However, Fitbit 6 takes 2 hours to charge it completely. Though I don’t mind charging my Evie Ring as I just need to put it in the case, waiting for the complete charging of Fitbit sometimes takes on my nerves!
Sensors
| Sensors | Evie Ring | Fitbit Charge 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Red LEDs | Yes | Yes |
| Green LEDs | Yes | No |
| Infrared LEDs | Yes | Yes |
| Infrared PPG sensors | Yes | No |
| Skin Temperature sensors | Yes | Yes |
| Photodiodes | Yes | No |
| 3D Accelerometer | Yes | Yes |
| Optical heart rate monitor | No | Yes |
| Vibration motor | No | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | No | Yes |
| Multipurpose electrical sensors compatible with ECG app & EDA Scan app | No | Yes |
The above-mentioned table has now given you a fair idea of all available sensors in both devices. As you can see, the Fitbit Charge 6 has more diverse sensors than the Evie Ring. Thus, it can track more health metrics than Evie.
However, the Evie Ring also has several important sensors despite being small in size and tracking major health metrics as well. So, in terms of sensors, Fitbit has the upper hand, but you can also rely on Evie’s sensors to get your health data.
Accuracy
Well, my experience with both gadgets helped me to figure out their accuracy in several metrics, if not all.
I found that both Fitbit and Evie have almost similar readings of my sleeping duration. They also tracked my heart rate and SpO2 quite accurately. However, I am not satisfied with Fitbit’s step tracking as it also counts false steps. In this regard, Evie is doing a better job and giving more accurate details.
Medically, none of these devices are accurate as of now. However, Evie Ring wants to be a medical device and has applied for FDA approval. In fact, its pulse oximeter is under full FDA review! The test results have already exceeded the FDA standards. So, it has more credibility in tracking HR and SpO2 than Fitbit Charge 6.
On the other hand, Fitbit’s official website clearly states that its readings are not meant for clinical use. So, you can’t rely completely on Fitbit Charge 6. Since Evie is a new brand, I would suggest you give it some time as there is still a lot of scope for its accuracy improvement.
Specifications
| Specifications | Evie Ring | Fitbit Charge 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 3.2-3.7g (depending on ring size) | 37.64 g |
| Dimension | 8mm wide; 3mm thick | 36.83mm length x 23.11mm width x 11.18mm height |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth; allows Airplane Mode | Bluetooth |
| NFC | No | Yes |
| GPS + GLONASS | No | Yes |
| Battery capacity | 15 to 25mAh (depending on ring size) | N/A |
| Battery Life | 4+ days of battery life (varies based on usage) | 7 days (varies based on usage) |
| Charging Time | 60 to 70 minutes | 2 hours |
| Charger | Portable Charging Case | Charging Cable |
| Charger battery capacity | 385mAh | N/A |
| Portable charger battery | 10+ full ring charges | N/A |
| Charger battery charging time | 60 minutes | N/A |
| Water resistance | Up to 1M; IP57 | Up to 50M; 5 ATM |
| Dustproof | No | No |
| Compatibility | Only iOS v16 or above | iOS 15 or later, Android 9.0 or later |
| Sizes | 5-12 | – Small: Fits wrist 130mm – 170mm in circumference – Large: Fits wrist 170mm – 211mm in circumference |
| Free Sizing Kit | Yes | N/A |
| FSA / HSA Eligible | Yes | No |
| Warranty | One year | One year |
| Memory | N/A | 7 days |
| Operating Temperature Range | -20° to 35° C (-4° to 95° F) | -10° to 45°C |
| Compatible With Other Apps | No | No |
| Subscription | No | Yes ($9.99/mo or $79.99/yr) |
| Call, text, and app notifications | No | Yes |
| Display | No | Yes |
| Find My Phone/Searching Option | No | Yes |
| ECG app for AFib assessment | No | Yes |
| In-built GPS | No | Yes |
Features
| Features | Evie Ring | Fitbit Charge 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Heart Rate | Yes | Yes |
| Heart Rate Variability (HRV) | Yes | Yes |
| Resting Heart Rate | Yes | Yes |
| Blood oxygen levels (SpO2) | Yes | Yes |
| Sleep Tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Respiration Rate/ Breathing Rate | Yes | Yes |
| Workout Intensity Map | No | Yes |
| High & Low Heart Rate | No | Yes |
| Notifications | No | Yes |
| Irregular heart rhythm notifications | No | Yes |
| Blood glucose tracking | No | Yes |
| Skin Temperature | Yes | Yes |
| Steps | Yes | Yes |
| Distance Traveled | Yes | Yes |
| Activity Tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Active Minutes | Yes | Yes |
| Calories | Yes | Yes |
| Workouts | Yes (to be logged manually) | Yes |
| Menstrual Symptoms | Yes (to be logged manually) | Yes (to be logged manually) |
| Period Logging | Yes (to be logged manually) | Yes (to be logged manually) |
| Fertility & Ovulation Prediction | Yes | Yes |
| Mood and Energy | Yes (to be logged manually) | Yes (to be logged manually) |
| User-based insights | Yes | Yes |
| Wellness Report | No | Yes |
| Daily Summary | Yes | Yes |
| Personalized Goals | Yes | Yes |
| Spot Check | Yes | No |
| Stress Score | No | Yes |
| EDA Scan to assess stress | No | Yes |
| Recovery | Yes | No |
| Daily Readiness Score | No | Yes |
| Google Wallet & Maps | No | Yes |
| YouTube Music | No | Yes |
| Cardio Fitness Score using VO2 Max | No | Yes |
| Timer & Stopwatch | No | Yes |
| Healthcare Data Sharing | No | Yes |
| Blood Glucose Tracking | No | Yes |
| Health & Wellness Reminders | No | Yes |
| Smart Wake Alarm | No | Yes |
| Do not disturb & sleep mode | No | Yes |
I observed that the Fitbit Charge 6 tracks stress better than the Evie Ring. It gives a stress score and uses the EDA scan data to give proper insights, unlike Evie, which doesn’t have a stress score or direct stress tracking feature.
Other smart features that I found available in Fitbit 6 but missing in Evie are blood glucose tracking and VO2 Max. They are also important metrics that affect our health. While Evie misses them, thankfully, my Fitbit Charge keeps all the track.
Apart from tracking health and fitness, I also use the Fitbit Charge 6 to make contactless payments, use maps, and listen to YouTube music. So, unlike the Evie Ring, it is not just a fitness tracker but also a smart wearable that can be used for multiple purposes.
Health And Fitness
In my experience, Fitbit Charge 6 is better than Evie for tracking health and fitness. Though Evie also tracks several important metrics crucial to health, Fitbit Charge 6 tracks more metrics than Evie.
For example, my Fitbit Charge 6 device monitors my health and gives me health and wellness reminders. It has more elaborate functions for several metrics that are available in the Evie Ring. Charge 6 not only tracks stress but also gives concrete stress numbers. The Daily Readiness score and Wellness report further explain the data.
Despite having fewer features than the Fitbit Charge 6, the Evie Ring’s spot-check feature and pulse oximeter track quite accurate data. It tracks most of the important health and fitness-related metrics like heart rate, HRV, RR, SpO2, etc., that gives concrete information on the daily summary tab. Though I like Fitbit Charge 6’s health monitoring system, I find the Evie Ring a suitable tool for basic health and fitness monitoring as well.
Sleep Tracking
I experimented with wearing both the Evie Ring and the Fitbit Charge 6 to track my sleep. I didn’t find much difference in their readings. Both the devices tracked my sleep duration and sleep stages quite similarly. However, I found a slight difference in my waking hours several times.
According to Fitbit Charge 6, I woke up at 8:20 am while I was almost awake at 8:05 am. I think it has mistakenly accounted for my sleeping position and counted it in my sleep. But this has happened hardly once or twice.
While, currently, my Evie is tracking sleep duration and movement breaks at night properly, a while ago my experience was a lot worse. The ring didn’t track my night’s data for three consecutive nights. I am not sure if there was an internal update or what, but for two weeks, all tracking has been pretty accurate.
I am hoping there won’t be any more mishaps from Evie’s end, but it definitely raises the question of reliability there. Moreover, it will take some more time to trust Evie completely with all of my data’s tracking and its tracking’s accuracy.
Prices & Subscription
| Pricing Details | Evie Ring | Fitbit Charge 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | $269 | $159.95 |
| Subscription | No | $9.99/month or $79.99/year |
If you want to go for a light wearable like the Evie Smart Ring, it will cost you $269. Since it is a new smart ring on the market, I had expected it to be a bit low-range, but I guess I was wrong!
The Fitbit Charge 6 costs $159.95. This seems a fair deal until the first six months because it includes a 6-month premium membership. After that, you need to pay $9.99/month or $79.99/year to use its premium features. If you calculate the investment, it is also expensive!
Evie Ring is like a one-time investment, but Fitbit Charge 6 needs you to pay monthly or annually to enjoy the benefits. If you use it without a subscription, it won’t give you the complete health data. You can’t even gift your Fitbit membership to other people if it doesn’t suit you. On the other hand, once you get the Evie ring, you don’t need to worry about its subscription as it is included in it. So, it’s kind of a relief!
Moreover, Fitbit Charge 6 requires a Google account to sign in, and if you want to enjoy YouTube Music, you need a YouTube Premium membership that will cost $13.99/month. Well, you don’t need them to access the Evie app. So, again, it is more expensive than the Evie Ring!
For me, I am more inclined to the Evie Ring as it is cheaper and gives almost the same important health data that I can get from Fitbit 6. I don’t want to invest an additional amount to listen to music, use maps, or use my wallet. It’s totally up to you if you want to buy Fitbit 6 to access these features.
Evie Ring is restricted to the US market, but one can buy Fitbit Charge 6 worldwide. So, if Evie wants to reach deeper, it must do something to deliver the rings globally.
Final Verdict
In my opinion, both fitness-tracking devices are good, but they are a bit expensive. However, today, most of the health gadgets are pricey. So, it depends on your budget, comfort, and what you want to have in your wearable.
If you don’t want to wear a fitness tracker on your wrist 24/7, Evie Ring is a good option. It is lightweight and quite tiny compared to the watch.
If you want to have overall fitness tracking and don’t mind having subscription plans, Fitbit Charge 6 is a better option. According to me, it is a better option because you will get more features at almost the same price.
Lastly, if your pocket allows you, go for both! I personally prefer to wear the watch the whole day and wear the ring during the night. I feel comfortable wearing the Evie while sleeping, and it tracks my sleep quite well (which might not be the experience of all Evie users). During the day hours, I wear both as it enhances my overall look as well while monitoring my health.
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Wrap Up
I have shared my experience with both Fitbit 6 and Evie Ring, and I hope that you are satisfied with the information. My experience with both of these smart gadgets is good, but I am looking for more wearable options that would give me better results in a pocket-friendly manner. Till then, I will keep exploring these two and give you my honest opinion.
As per my experience, the Fitbit Charge 6 is more technologically advanced than Evie as it has many sensors. However, the Evie Ring is more comfortable to wear and easy to charge. So, if you are not interested in using Fitbit’s GPS or YouTube Premium Music, the Evie Ring is enough for you.
I have also reviewed a few popular smart rings with Evie that you would find helpful to read:
