Fitbit-compatible devices - Help (2024)

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Which devices are compatible with Fitbit? ›

Fitbit App Compatibility Requirements.

The Fitbit app is compatible with most popular phones and tablets. To set up and use your Fitbit products and services, you must install the Fitbit app on a compatible device running one of the following operating systems: Apple iOS 15 and higher. Android 9 or higher.

It found that people who wore a Fitbit kept up their physical activity a bit better than a control group without them — but after a year, it wasn't enough to produce changes in weight or blood pressure.

Will I be required to have a Google Account to use Fitbit devices and services? Some uses of Fitbit will require a Google Account, including to sign up for Fitbit or activate newly released Fitbit and Pixel devices.

Fitbit Setup Requirements

To make full use of the Fitbit products and services, you must use an account with the Fitbit app, which requires a compatible iPhone or Android device.

While Fitbit's recent track record doesn't inspire confidence, the basic Fitbit Inspire 3, the stylish Luxe, the excellent Versa 3 and its flagship Pixel Watch 2 remain fantastic devices, so there's plenty to like about Fitbit still.

Prolonged contact may contribute to skin irritation or allergies in some users. To reduce irritation, follow four simple wear and care tips: (1) keep it clean; (2) keep it dry; (3) don't wear it too tight, and (4) give your wrist a rest by removing the band for an hour after extended wear.

Google is discontinuing sales of its Fitbit-branded fitness trackers and smartwatches in 28 countries. Instead, the company wants to focus on its Google Pixel devices in some markets. We explain what the Fitbit sales freeze means for you. Google acquired Fitbit in 2021 for around 2.1 billion US dollars.

Is Fitbit going away in 2025? ›

It just says that from 2025 you will be forced to sign in with a google account. This by no way means fitbit devices will be discontinued. It's talking about a SOFTWARE change not a hardware change.

The main benefit is that you get to use a single sign-on, and all of Google's privacy features apply to your Fitbit data. You should also know that as part of regulators' terms for approving Google's Fitbit acquisition, Fitbit health and wellness data cannot be used for Google ad targeting.

Use your iPhone or Android phone to set up your Fitbit device. To verify that your phone is compatible with the Fitbit app, visit fitbit.com/devices. For assistance with Fitbit Ace LTE, visit support.google.com/fitbitacelte.

Can I sync my tracker or watch with more than one device? Sync your device with any compatible phone or tablet. If you receive notifications on your Fitbit device, forget the Fitbit device under the Bluetooth settings on your phone before you use a different phone.

Apple Watch does not sync directly to the Fitbit app. Third-party apps like Strava or MyFitnessSync can get your data from your watch to your Fitbit account. You'll need to create an account with the third-party app and sign in to your Fitbit account to make it work.