Jawbone UP3

236 reviews

Nov, 2024

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water proof (1)
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alaTest has collected and analyzed 236 reviews of Jawbone UP3. The average rating for this product is 3.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the battery and portability. The design and usability are also appreciated. The water proof and performance get negative opinions, and there are some mixed opinions about the reliability.

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Expert review by : Michael Sawh (trustedreviews.com)

Jawbone UP3

As I've mentioned in my updated UP2 review, since reviewing the UP3, Jawbone has introduced a second generation version of its heart rate monitor-packing fitness tracker, just months after launching the first one. Confused? Don't worry, I don't blame you.

Sleek, attractive design ; Useful smart coach ; Strong third party app support

Clasp regularly becomes loose but addressed with new version ; Difficult to switch between tracking modes ; Some ocassional syncing issues

Even with the extra features added by the latest firmware update, the Jawbone UP3 has a fundamental flaw with its design and that's really disappointing.

Sep, 2015

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Expert review by : Nick Broughall (techradar.com)

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Future-proofing the fitness tracker?

More secure design ; Impressive UP app ; Good sleep tracking

Sensors underused ; Expensive ; Awkward charging mechanism

The UP3 is an impressive feat of engineering, but doesn't deliver with its inclusion of extra sensors and beefed up price tag.

Jan, 2017

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Jawbone UP3 review: is this attractive lifestyle band a worthy rival to Fitbit Charge HR?

Stylish and packed with sensory tech, but does the Jawbone UP3 justify its relatively high price?

Stylish ; slim ; discreet build ; Good step and sleep tracking ; Not bad battery life

Dodgy charger and clasp ; Doesn't track much else ; Feels overpriced

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Expert review by : Britta O'Boyle (pocket-lint.com)

Jawbone UP3 review: Up there with the best of them?

There are plenty of fitness tracking devices available these days and Jawbone's Up series has been one of our go-to favourites. Now in its third generation, the Up3 is more capable than ever before. The Jawbone UP3 is a great device for the Average...

Great design, good battery life, brilliant app platform, superior sleep tracking, lots of extra features, accurate step tracking

Activities requires more user input than others, only resting heart rate, doesn't always recognise when exercising, fastening not as secure as competitors

The Jawbone UP3 is a great device for the Average Joe, one that can be worn all day and night, but it isn't necessarily going to be the best suited for everyone. It comes down to what you are looking for in an activity tracker.

Jul, 2015

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Expert review by : Jim Martin (techadvisor.co.uk)

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It's pretty good for an activity tracker with no display

The UP3 adds a few extra features over and above the UP2, namely the ability to track resting heart rate and REM sleep. Is it worth the extra £40? Only if you really want those features. Don't forget that neither the UP2 nor UP3 can track height...

Jul, 2015

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Heaps of data, cleverly presented: the UP3 could be the answer to your motion-motivating dreams

Eminently wearable ; Intelligently integrated data handling and delivery through partner app ; Unobtrusive in form and function

Splashproof, not waterproof ; Fiddly strap clasp ; Frustratingly short charging cable

A truly wearable wearable: meaningful motion data in a sleek and stylish package

Jun, 2015

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Expert review by : Alex Todd (recombu.com)

Jawbone UP3 Review: In Depth

The Jawbone UP3 is a considered update to the company's UP fitness trackers. We've been testing it over the last few weeks and now it's...

Comfortable design ; Consistent battery life ; Rich, varied activity tracking

Awkward clasp ; UP app can be slow ; Dietary information entry is tedious

Jun, 2015

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Expert review by : Scott Stein (cnet.co.uk)

Jawbone Up3 review: Don't spend up for this one

A thin fitness band that measures heart rate, but it doesn't do it the way you expect. We wore a Jawbone Up3 for two weeks for the definitive verdict.

Compact band design; one-week battery life; fantastic fitness app for coaching and lifestyle tracking.

No on-band display means you need to check phone for stats; band clasp difficult to adjust; heart rate limited to resting heart rate and sleep tracking at night. Can't be worn swimming.

The Up3 is one of the smallest super-slim fitness bands around, but its lack of a display and limited heart rate tracking aren't worth the high price.

May, 2015

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Expert review by : Dan Graziano (cnet.co.uk)

Jawbone Up3 to begin shipping on April 20

The long-delayed tracker finally has a shipping date, but Jawbone revealed it was not able to achieve the level of water resistance that was originally planned.

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Expert review by : Scott Stein (cnet.co.uk)

Jawbone Up3 and Up Move coming this year -- and neither one's a smartwatch (hands-on)

Instead of making a watch, Jawbone has made a heart-rate-measuring fashion bracelet...and, a $50 super-affordable fitness tracker. Hands-on with both.

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