Is it worth getting a Fitbit without the subscription?
We anticipate some extremely affordable Fitbit offers to launch very soon, especially with Amazon Prime Day right around the horizon. Can I use Fitbit without a subscription? Unfortunately, some of the older Fitbits don’t include Fitbit Premium in the purchase price. And perhaps more significantly, is Fitbit Premium worth the cost of a subscription? Right away, let us assuage your concerns: Fitbit is available without a subscription. You may utilize a lot of the Fitbit app’s features without having to pay a monthly charge because it is free to use (explained below). If you purchase a more recent Fitbit fitness tracker, such as the delicate Fitbit Inspire 2, the capable Fitbit Versa 3, or the adaptable Fitbit Charge 5, you can even use Fitbit Premium for free. Some people will unavoidably choose less expensive Fitbits like the Fitbit Versa 2, which doesn’t include a free Fitbit Premium subscription, because they cannot afford the greatest Fitbits. What are your options if you don’t have a Fitbit subscription? Let’s investigate.
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE FREE FITBIT SUBSCRIPTION?
The Fitbit app is available for free download and usage by everyone (requires Android 10 or higher or Apple iOS 14). For further information, see Fitbit (links provided). Every Fitbit device should immediately connect to and sync with the Fitbit app. All of your statistics, including steps taken, miles traveled, calories burned, and Active Zone Minutes attained, are available in the app and are shown at the top of the dashboard. Additionally, you can access data on your “mindfulness” sessions, stress management score (if your Fitbit can track this), sleep data (score, duration, time spent in various stages), heart rate data (resting heart rate, etc.), move reminders, weight history (the Fitbit Aira Air automatically populates weight information or you can add this manually), and more. You can also use the Fitbit Community function, where you can join groups and add friends, to help you reach your fitness objectives more quickly. If your family members have Fitbits, you may challenge one another on the Fitbit app and it’s all free if you make your own group.
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN FITBIT PREMIUM?
As you can see, the Fitbit app’s free version offers a lot of helpful data, but upgrading to the Fitbit Premium subscription makes things much better. With Premium, you may have access to your Daily Readiness Score, Advanced Sleep Analytics, Wellness Report, and more. Compatible Fitbits include Sense, Versa 3, Versa 2, Charge 5, Luxe, and Inspire 2. Similar to the Garmin Training Readiness feature, the Daily Readiness Score is based on heart rate variability and can indicate your body’s readiness for demanding exercise. Similar functionality is available on the Whoop 4.0 fitness tracker under the name Strain Score.
Your sleep quality is divided into three areas by Advanced Sleep Analytics: Time asleep, Deep and REM sleep, and Restoration. You may learn more about how to sleep better and what affects your sleep score. Not to mention, Fitbit’s New Sleep Profile and—most importantly—the Fitbit Sleep Animals function are both included in Advanced Sleep Analytics. In addition, Fitbit Premium offers video workouts and mindfulness sessions from well-known athletes like Will Smith and Deepak Chopra. In the app, you may create challenges that, once completed, unlock badges and other virtual goodies you can use to decorate your profile. One of these challenges is the Get Fit Bingo, where you compete with friends and family to perform various tasks and win by getting the most bingos on your board first. If there aren’t enough free recipes on the internet, Fitbit Premium also includes recipe inspirations.
IS IT WORTH UPGRADING TO FITBIT PREMIUM?
Fitbit without Premium
Even in these difficult circumstances, Fitbit Premium is not a necessary buy, but it will unlock a number of features that are not only entertaining to use but also give you a greater understanding of your health and wellbeing. Most importantly, the exercise, mindfulness, and cooking videos can encourage people when they are just starting out on a fitness journey and are unsure of where to begin or what to do with themselves.