Maybe the Fitbit brand isn’t dead after all? During a press preview of the revamped Fitbit app last week, Fitbit’s head of product, Andy Abramson, nonchalantly hinted at new Fitbit hardware launching in 2026.
This came as a bit of a surprise, given Google’s penchant over the past few years for slowly sucking the life out of the Fitbit brand.
So, excuse me for thinking Fitbit was as good as dead. Here’s everything you need to know about potential new Fitbit models in 2026, along with details on the new Fitbit app.
A new Fitbit model is long overdue
Aside from the kid-centric Fitbit Ace LTE launched in 2024, we haven’t seen a new Fitbit model since the debut of the Fitbit Charge 6 all the way back in October 2023. In the world of wearable tech, two years might as well be an eternity.
While the Fitbit Charge 6 remains my top pick as the best Fitbit in 2025, its age is starting to show; for example, the screen feels downright tiny by today's standards. The same can be said for the wallet-friendly Fitbit Inspire 3, which debuted in September 2022.
The question is, when Google says new Fitbit hardware is coming, does that mean an update to an existing Fitbit model, or an entirely new Fitbit form factor? My money is on the former.
2026 Fitbit upgrade predictions
Though new Fitbit models may be relegated to kid-friendly devices only, I’m hopeful that 2026 will bring us a proper replacement for the Fitbit Charge 6. What might a Fitbit Charge 7 offer? My best guess is a larger and brighter display, a better GPS, the addition of an altimeter for elevation tracking, improved battery life, and possibly new health sensors and safety features!
A Fitbit Inspire 4 will likely similarly offer a larger screen that’s easier to interact with and updated holistic features. That said, I doubt the Inspire series will gain a GPS, as that’s one of the biggest differentiators between it and the Charge series.
Refreshed Fitbit app with AI coaching
In addition to new Fitbit hardware in 2026, Fitbit is also rolling out a completely overhauled Fitbit app, and you can take a preview of the new app for a spin starting on October 27.
Most notably, the new Fitbit app seamlessly integrates a Gemini-powered AI wellness coach into a more visually appealing platform with friendlier graphs, more intelligently organized data, and enhanced user customization.
While non-premium users will benefit from the aesthetic improvements, the AI coach is only for Premium users. However, it’s not just for hardcore athletes; rather, the feature is designed to get to know you and help you improve your physical fitness, no matter your skill level or workout goals.
For now, the overhauled app preview is only available for U.S.-based Fitbit Premium subscribers using an Android device. iOS folks will need to wait until “later this year” to take the new personalized AI features for a spin.
It’s also worth noting that Premium users will ultimately have the choice to opt in or out of Google’s new AI coach feature. Those who choose to opt in will be presented with a five to ten-minute “onboarding chat” with the coach, where, using natural language, you share your current workout habits and goals, favorite physical activities, any injuries, gear, motivations, ect.
Once complete, your new Fitbit AI coach is supposed to help come up with workout plans that suit your proclivities, while providing advice, insights, and motivation along the way.
Stay tuned for a deeper dive into the new AI-powered Fitbit app, including takeaways from the onboarding chat and a verdict on its overall usefulness.
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