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How to Connect the Fitbit App to Apple Watch
Fitbit and Apple don't play well together, but you can make it work
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Expand Jump to a Section Install a Third-Party App Strava Use Strava to Connect Fitbit and Apple Watch Frequently Asked Questions What to Know
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. This article provides instructions on how to get your Apple Watch 6 to sync with your Fitbit account via an iPhone (running iOS 14 or newer), so you can maintain the data, challenges, and other features of Fitbit without using a Fitbit device. Install a Third-Party App Strava
If you've tried to sync your Apple Watch with a Fitbit account, you know it doesn't work well. Apple and Fitbit not only don't communicate, but they also ignore each other completely. You can, however, bring in an intermediary to make them talk. Third-party apps like Strava and MyFitnessSync will connect the data from your Apple Watch (and Apple Health) to your Fitbit app. To get started, you need first to download and install one of these apps. For this article, we're using Strava as an example. Download and install the Strava app. Once installed, open the Strava app and create an account. You'll get a prompt to grant some permissions, tap Agree and follow the remaining on-screen instructions. Once you've set it up, you'll go to the Feed screen. If you already have a Strava account, you can tap Log In at the bottom of the screen, provide your log-in credentials, and then follow the instructions to connect your Apple Watch to Strava. Tap Connect a GPS watch or computer. Tap Apple Watch. On the Welcome screen, tap Get Started. There are a few required options on the next page: Set Up Checklist. Turn on Location Services: For your Apple Watch to connect with Strava, you need to enable this.Accept Our Code of Conduct: You'll have to agree to the Code of Contact.Motion & Fitness: Allow Strava to sync your Motion & Fitness data from your Apple Watch. In addition to this, there are a couple of non-essential options you can control on this screen. They include: Turn on Notifications: Decide if you want the Strava app to send you notifications.Sync With Health: Choose if you want to enable heart rate data monitoring while using Strava. You can either adjust these non-essential settings now or choose to set them up later. Then tap Finish. On the next screen, tap Done. Use Strava to Connect Fitbit and Apple Watch
Once you have Strava installed on your iPhone, you can use it to get Fitbit and Apple Watch communicating. You'll need to install the Fitbit app on your iPhone if it's not already there. Once that's done, follow these instructions. Open and log in to the Fitbit app on your iPhone if you're not already logged in. Tap your Account profile picture in the upper left corner. On the Account page, scroll down to the bottom and tap Third Party Apps. On the Third Party Apps page, tap Compatible Apps. You'll go to Fitbit.com. Scroll down the page to find Strava and select Download on the App Store. You'll go to the Strava app page on the App Store. Since you've already installed the app, tap Open. You're taken back to the Getting Started page on your screen. Tap Connect a GPS watch or computer. This time, in the Device Type list, tap Fitbit. On the next screen tap Connect Fitbit. When prompted, enter your Fitbit account credentials and then tap Login. You're prompted to log into your Strava account again. Provide your login credentials and tap Log In. On the next screen, you need to Authorize Fitbit to connect to Strava. Read through the information on the page and tap Authorize. Choose which functions of Fitbit you would like to sync between Strava and Fitbit, and then tap Allow. Read through the information provided about how Fitbit and Strava work together and then tap OK, got it. Another screen appears that says Almost There! at the top. Read the information on this page and then tap Continue. Grant Strava access to health-related data by tapping Allow. You may receive an error message that tells you to try again later. Dismiss this message, and you should see that your Fitbit and Strava accounts are connected. FAQ Which is better, Fitbit or the Apple Watch? The Fitbit products most comparable to the Apple Watch are the Fitbit Versa 3 and the Fitbit Sense. The Fitbit products shine in battery life and fitness features. However, if you own an iPhone, the Apple Watch's compatibility and features make sense. If you own an Android and care about fitness, the Fitbit products are a good idea. Which is more accurate, the Fitbit or the Apple Watch? A 2022 study by the International Federation for Medical and Biological Engineering compared the step count and heart rate accuracy of the Fitbit Charge 3 and Apple Watch Series 4 during aquatic exercise. It found that while both devices performed well, the Apple Watch was more accurate. How do I connect an Apple Watch to MyFitnessPal? Once you install the MyFitnessPal weight-loss app on your iPhone, the Apple Watch app version will install automatically if you have turned on auto-install on your Apple Watch. If you haven't, launch the Apple Watch app on your iPhone, select My Watch, and select the option to manually install the app. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Add Friends on Fitbit Can You Text on Fitbit Versa? How to Connect Fitbit to Alexa How to Connect an Apple TV to Wi-Fi Without a Remote How to Set Up Your Fitbit Charge 2 How to Use Your iPad or iPad Mini as a Phone How to Pair and Connect an Apple Watch With a New iPhone How to Back Up Your Apple Watch How to Unpair Apple Watch How to Reset Your Fitbit Activity Tracker Does Fitbit Require a Subscription? Can You Get Instagram on an Apple Watch? How to Remove Apps from Apple Watch How to Fix Your Fitbit Not Syncing 11 Fixes When the Fitbit App on Your iPad Isn't Working Is an Apple Watch Worth It? Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies