In a long-awaited move, Google has officially announced that the popular Fitbit fitness app will become the Google Health app starting May 19. This pivotal step marks the end of the standalone software identity for the Fitbit brand, nearly three years after Google completed its massive acquisition of the pioneering wearable device company.
This comprehensive overhaul coincides with the announcement of the company’s latest wearable device, a screenless fitness band, underscoring Google’s commitment to consolidating previously scattered health services into a single, integrated, and user-friendly platform.
Seamless data transfer and unified health ecosystem
One of the most notable features of this transition is the seamlessness with which user data will be migrated. Google confirmed that all existing Fitbit app data will be transferred automatically via an over-the-air software update, meaning users will not have to take any complex steps to preserve their health and fitness records. Meanwhile, Google Fit users will not be left behind; they will receive invitations to migrate their data to the new app later this year, ensuring all platforms are integrated under the new ecosystem.
This consolidation is an urgent necessity amid fierce competition in the health app market, as Google seeks to offer a comprehensive platform to compete with major tech companies. Migrating users to a single platform will provide researchers and developers with a massive, unified database that contributes to improving future artificial intelligence algorithms, with the company maintaining a strict commitment to privacy standards and user data protection.
AI-powered personal health coach
The new health coach serves as the cornerstone of the Google Health app, functioning as an advanced personal coach powered by Gemini artificial intelligence. This smart assistant underwent a public preview period starting in October 2025 to ensure the best possible user experience. The coach excels at designing fully customized fitness plans by analyzing vast amounts of data, including sleep patterns, physical activity levels, and precise health metrics collected via various smart devices.
The AI coach’s capabilities go beyond mere step tracking; it can adapt its fitness and health recommendations based on changing user conditions, such as travel or sustaining specific injuries. During the preview period, Google continued to expand the smart coach’s capabilities to add advanced features including menstrual tracking, mental and psychological health promotion tools, nutrition logging, and precise insights into VO2 max. The assistant achieved widespread adoption, expanding from exclusive availability in the United States to 37 countries and supporting 32 languages by April.
Subscription and pricing structure changes
With this major shift, the paid subscription will be renamed from Fitbit Premium to Google Health Premium. While the monthly subscription will remain fixed at $9.99, the annual subscription will see a $20 increase to $99.99 per year. Google Store updates indicate that the legacy subscription special offer will end on May 18, 2026, just one day prior to the official transition.
However, the positive change lies in bundling the new subscription for free with Google’s advanced AI tiers. Subscribers to Google AI Pro services at $19.99 per month and Google AI Ultra at $249.99 per month will be able to take advantage of advanced health features at no extra cost in more than 30 countries, representing a major strategic expansion for the company.
Fitbit brand lives on in smart hardware
Although the Fitbit name is fading away in the software and app world, the brand will remain alive and strong in the hardware sector. Google reaffirms its commitment to the legacy name by launching its latest smart band under the name Fitbit Air. This band features an innovative completely screenless design, making it a strong competitor to other fitness trackers like Whoop.
The launch price of the new band has been set at approximately $99, and it garnered significant attention after American basketball star Stephen Curry was spotted wearing it in early April as a teaser for the launch. Many users today are turning to screenless devices in search of greater comfort during sleep and to avoid the distractions caused by constant notifications, making this band an ideal choice for anyone looking for silent performance and precise tracking.
In preparation for this smooth transition, Google will begin sending notifications and in-app messages to current Fitbit app users to keep them fully informed of all details regarding the programmed May 19 transition. These rapid moves reflect Google’s futuristic vision, which places health and artificial intelligence at the heart of technological evolution for the everyday user.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the Fitbit app be converted to the new app?
The official transition and complete migration of the Fitbit app to the Google Health platform will take place starting May 19. All existing user data will be transferred automatically via a free over-the-air update.
Will I lose my previous health data after the update?
No, you will not lose any data. The company confirmed that all sleep pattern data, activity levels, and health records will be securely and automatically migrated to the new platform without requiring any manual user intervention.
What are the prices of the new paid subscriptions?
The monthly subscription will remain at $9.99, while the annual subscription will increase by $20 to reach $99.99. The subscription will also be available for free to subscribers of Google’s advanced artificial intelligence services in several countries around the world.
What are the standout features of the new Fitbit Air band?
It is a new fitness smart band featuring an innovative screenless design, specifically engineered to reduce distractions and provide greater comfort when worn throughout the day, transmitting all health insights and data directly to the smart app on the phone.
