The question I most often field is: Should I get a Fitbit, Apple Watch, or Garmin? If you're asking that question, you probably don't need Apple's or Garmin's advanced capabilities and are best off with a basic Fitbit. With every major tech company trying to eat their wearable lunch, it's remarkable that Fitbit's trackers remain affordable, attractive, and comfortable, with an easy-to-use app and a huge, devoted community. The Charge 4 is its best yet, with features like built-in GPS that I've seen only in much more expensive trackers.

The Charge 4 also has some smart upgrades, like a Zone Minutes metric that encourages newbies to explore high-intensity exercise and an "outdoor workout" category for rambling hikes and golf games. Fitbit also has the best sleep-tracking hardware and software that I've used. It's just too bad you can't access some of its best features without an $80-per-year Premium subscription.