Google has started introducing Gemini AI into the Fitbit app, marking a significant shift in how users interact with their health and fitness data. The update, which is now rolling out to Fitbit Premium subscribers in the US on Android devices, brings an AI-driven, conversational experience to fitness tracking and personal wellbeing. Google calls this release a Public Preview, indicating that while it is a functional update, it remains in active development and will continue to evolve.
With this integration, Fitbit moves beyond its traditional data visualization model. The Gemini AI update transforms raw metrics into interactive coaching that adapts to individual goals and progress. Instead of just viewing step counts, calorie data, or sleep quality, users can now engage in a dialogue with the app, asking questions and receiving feedback on performance, daily trends, and future targets. This conversational element is central to the new experience. A user might type, “I want to improve my stamina,” and Gemini AI will translate that intent into actionable, measurable objectives such as running longer without fatigue or adjusting workout intensity based on recovery trends.
For now, access to this update is limited. Even for eligible users, including those those subscribed to Fitbit Premium, using Android, and located in the US, the rollout is staggered. Reports from Reddit show that only some users have received the update, suggesting Google is testing server load and user response before expanding it further. An iOS release is expected soon, though Google has not provided a precise timeline.
The most noticeable change beyond the AI coaching is the redesigned Fitbit interface. The new “Today” tab takes center stage, blending key daily metrics with AI-generated insights. It displays information such as activity levels, heart rate, and sleep patterns alongside context-driven commentary. Gemini AI can highlight improvements, suggest rest days, or encourage small adjustments to achieve balance across fitness and recovery metrics. While the layout introduces more on-screen information, early impressions suggest it can appear cluttered. Users accustomed to Fitbit’s clean, minimalist design may find the transition abrupt, though Google allows switching between the new and old interfaces for now.
Gemini’s inclusion positions Fitbit closer to the broader AI health assistant model Google has been developing across its ecosystem. It builds on earlier integrations of AI-based summaries and wellness analysis seen in Google Fit and the Pixel Watch. With Gemini, however, the experience becomes less transactional and more continuous. The AI not only reads data but interprets it, offering explanations and proactive suggestions that simulate a human-like health coach. This is consistent with Google’s broader strategy of embedding Gemini across its suite of consumer products, making it a common interface for productivity, creativity, and now, personal wellness.
Fitbit Premium users stand to benefit the most, at least initially. The AI’s coaching layer adds context to the subscription’s existing features, such as guided programs and detailed sleep reports. Instead of static recommendations, the AI can link trends over time and provide deeper reasoning behind its advice. For instance, a drop in step count paired with poor sleep might trigger insights about recovery needs, rather than a simple reminder to walk more.
The update’s public preview status suggests that Google is using early feedback to refine Gemini’s tone, accuracy, and utility before a wider release. The company has acknowledged that there may be “rough edges” and is encouraging users to report issues or inconsistencies directly through the app. This phased rollout aligns with Google’s iterative approach to major product integrations, where gradual expansion allows for adjustment based on user engagement and performance data.
