The Google Fitbit Edge fitness tracker is on shelves now, at $229 CAD in Canada and $179.99 in the United States. Google announced the availability on October 30, calling it its latest tracker, designed to fit your lifestyle from workday to workout.

Google sells the Edge through the Google Store and retail partners. Pre-orders opened on October 12, and the tracker reached shelves on October 27, according to Google and the Canadian outlets that covered the launch.

Prices: how much does the Fitbit Edge cost in Canada and the US?

The Fitbit Edge costs $229 CAD in Canada, according to iPhone in Canada, and $179.99 in the United States, according to Google.

  • Canada: $229 CAD
  • United States: $179.99

In Canada the colours are Obsidian, Fog, Olive and Canyon, according to iPhone in Canada. Bands are sold separately: Active, Performance Loop, Magnet and Metal Links.

What does the Fitbit Edge offer?

The Edge is built around a bigger screen and easier controls. Google says it has its largest, brightest tracker display and a new screen design, plus physical side buttons, and a body sculpted to contour to the wrist.

Key specs, as reported by Google and MobileSyrup:

  • Battery: up to seven days per charge, or about two days with the always-on display
  • Fast charging: five minutes gives about a day of use
  • Battery cell: 65mAh and replaceable, which Google calls its first repairable fitness tracker
  • Weight: 17.7g without a band
  • GPS: built in, with Google claiming up to 40% better accuracy than earlier generations, plus an altimeter
  • Sensors: heart rate, SpO2, ECG and skin temperature
  • Water resistance: 5 ATM
  • Training: more than 50 exercise modes

The ECG app is limited to select countries, and the Health Guardian features, such as blood pressure and insulin resistance trends, depend on your region. Google says the tracker is not intended for medical purposes.

Which phones work with the Fitbit Edge?

The Edge works with most phones running Android 11 or higher and Apple iOS 16.4 or higher. It needs a Google Account, the Google Health app and an internet connection.

MobileSyrup also lists on-wrist Google Maps turn-by-turn directions, phone notifications and music controls.

Who it suits

Runners and cyclists who hate carrying a phone. Built-in GPS and an altimeter cover route tracking on the wrist. Google’s claim of better accuracy comes from its own comparison, so wait for independent tests before treating it as settled.

Anyone who wants a slim tracker instead of a smartwatch. The Edge is a tracker with a single bright display, side buttons and a week of battery on paper. The always-on display cuts that to about two days.

People who plan to keep a tracker for years. A replaceable battery is rare in this category. Google has not said in the sources we read whether it will sell repair kits, so check before counting on a battery swap.

Shoppers who want coaching without a bill. Premium covers the more advanced features, and the included trial lasts three months. Budget for the subscription if you want to keep them.

What is still unknown?

Next step

Check the Google Store listing for your province or state before buying, compare the Canadian price at retail partners, and confirm your phone meets the Android or iOS minimum. Read the Premium terms before the three month trial ends.