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Fitness trackers for a small wrist?

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DoggyDaydreaming · 08/07/2023 18:28

Can anyone advise?

I'd really like to get a new fitness tracker (Fitbit or similar) but I have an issue with having relatively small wrists. They're not super teeny tiny (about 6" around) but for years I've had issues with watches being uncomfortable. I have lost count of the amount of watches I've rejected over the years because they are just too big and uncomfortable. These days if I wear a watch it's a Timex kids one with a stretchy strap.

I used to have a Fitbit that clipped to my bra or trousers, but I'd really like a new one that measures heart rate, and those all seem to be worn on the wrist.

Can anyone recommend? I've been looking at the Fitbit Inspire 3 - but it still looks like the length of the actual device will take up the whole width of my wrist, so I'm not convinced it will fit well or be comfortable.

I almost purchased a Google watch a few months ago, until I saw the size of it.

I guess they all have to be big due to the technology inside, but are there any out there that are truly a good fit for a small bony wrist?

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doorstopper123 · 09/08/2026 07:14

Apple Watch

igelkott2026 · 08/08/2026 16:45

It's funny this popped up because I have small (6 inch) wrists and would like to upgrade my running watch but the one I want is huge! (Garmin Forerunner 970).

If anyone else is looking for something small the Fitbit Charge 6 might fit the bill.

lljkk · 07/08/2026 12:45

they all have these quite rigid rubber straps

i wore this style strap with my Fitbit charges (3, 4, 5); not rigid at all. Widely available on Amazon, ebay, other places.

DanielCarter · 05/08/2026 10:22

I ran into this exact problem a few months back. Left my charger at a hotel two states from home, and my watch died before I even noticed. That trip made me realize how little I actually trusted the battery numbers on the box.

Since then I've dug into a lot of these trackers, and the gap between "rated battery life" and what you actually get is bigger than most people expect. Garmin's solar claims especially — the "unlimited" battery thing only kicks in with real direct sunlight exposure, not just daylight hours indoors.

If it's useful, I put together a breakdown comparing real trail-tested numbers against the published specs for a few of the long-battery options (Garmin, Withings, Oura, Fitbit). Happy to share the link if anyone wants the details

Fitness trackers for a small wrist?
Allthings · 29/07/2023 19:05

@DoggyDaydreaming I am pleased you found one that fits well for you. My DD has tiny wrists and the inspire works well for her.

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DoggyDaydreaming · 12/07/2023 18:54

Hi - just to report back that I got the Fitbit Inspire 3 - it's a great fit and very comfortable.
Thanks again for all the recommendations!

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TheFutureIs · 09/07/2023 11:21

This is the Garmin

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ABugWife · 09/07/2023 08:57

My wrists are really small and my Apple Watch fits fine. I used to have the Fitbit Versa lite with a small strap and that fit fine too.

I have the adjustable straps with a choice of holes.

UncomfortableSilence · 09/07/2023 08:48

This is the Fibit Versa 3 on my 6" wrist, thought the pic might be helpful to visualise. I get different straps on Amazon.

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doorstopper123 · 09/07/2023 08:35

Apple watch fits nicely on my small wrist

megletthesecond · 09/07/2023 08:18

My wrist is 5.5 and I've had no problems with the standard small Fitbit versa 2 strap.

TheFutureIs · 09/07/2023 08:01

I have worn my Garmin Vivoactive 4s for years. It does go all the way across my wrist (also 6in circumference) but doesn't look silly and is really comfortable

UndercoverCop · 08/07/2023 23:16

My wrist is between 5.5 and 6 inches I have the Fitbit inspire 3 and my wrist is wider than the face of the watch , it also came with two straps so I was able to choose the smaller one

Ilikecurrybest · 08/07/2023 23:09

i have tiny wrists and spent ages trying to work out which ones would look ok. In the end I bought a garmin venu 2. It’s great and not too big.

NeverEnoughCake2 · 08/07/2023 22:51

I have tiny wrists and had trouble getting a good enough fit for HR monitoring with my fitbit. I've now got a Garmin Venu 2S which fits and works way better, while not looking ridiculously huge.

smooththecat · 08/07/2023 22:25

I have exactly 6 inches going on and I wear a Garmin watch in the smaller size. I don’t wear it all the time, kind of defeats the point, but imo all smart watches are fugly as hell so might as well go for a proper sports watch. I particularly don’t like Apple watch and I love their design.

Allthings · 08/07/2023 22:21

My wrists are smaller than yours and I have never had a problem with the fitbit straps. I have had more issues with general watches not being able to be sized down and then sit on my wrist properly.

I am currently sporting a replacement Fitbit strap like the gold one which has been linked, although it is just to say small enough.

RedLem0nade · 08/07/2023 21:15

Garmin Venu 2S maybe?

Choccyoclocky · 08/07/2023 21:14

My 10yo daughter has a Fitbit Inspire 2. Only £44 and is actually really good!

LindorDoubleChoc · 08/07/2023 21:12

My wrists are 5". No wonder I look like such a blimp at size 16!

Facefortheradio · 08/07/2023 21:00

I have the Amazfit GTS2 mini and slim wrists. I have swapped the strap for a more comfortable velcro strap because I found the one it came with made me sweaty

SabrinaThwaite · 08/07/2023 20:42

I have a Fitbit Inspire 3 and my wrist circumference is 6.5”.

Gelatelli · 08/07/2023 20:24

Etsy

Gelatelli · 08/07/2023 20:23

Try Esty.

lljkk · 08/07/2023 20:22

Garmin vivo something is especially narrow.

I have a charge 3 with this strap. My wrist at smallest point is 6.25."

I don't really wear it on my wrist much, though, I wear it middle forearm, upper arm, ankles. I have RSI history so forearm is sensitive. I don't care about counting steps accurately, rather active minutes & energy exerted/heart rate.

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