Fitbit Google Fitbit Air: specs, who it fits and compatible phones
Google Fitbit Air is a fitness tracker released in 2026 that works with iPhone and Android.
Specifications
| Release year | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Case size | Not listed |
| Battery as listed | Up to a week |
| Case material | Light polymer |
| GPS type | Not listed |
| Operating system | Not listed |
| Works with | iPhone and Android |
| Connection | No cellular connection |
| Plan needed | Optional |
| Health sensors | SpO2, HRV, Skin temperature, AFib |
Who it fits
- Works with iPhone and Android.
Overview
The Fitbit Air (May 2026) is Google's simplest tracker: no screen at all. Everything, from steps to sleep, lives in the Google Health app on your phone. It is Fitbit's smallest tracker ever, built to be forgotten on the wrist, especially during sleep.
What it does well
- Invisible form factor. A light polymer pebble that swaps between bands with a click; there is nothing to look at and nothing to distract.
- Serious health sensing for the size. 24/7 heart rate, irregular-rhythm alerts, SpO2, HRV, skin temperature and sleep stages.
- A week per charge. Listed at up to 7 days.
- Works with Android and iOS alike, unlike most Google watches.
Tradeoffs to know
- Google positions the Air as notification-free, and with no display there are no glanceable stats: if you want either, this is the wrong product. GPS support has not been verified for this model. Payment-wallet support has not been verified for this model.
- The full experience ties into Google Health Premium: 3 free months are included, then a subscription applies.
- Swim-proof water resistance, but no swim tracking display, obviously.
Price and availability
$99.99 official price. The ongoing Google Health Premium subscription is the real long-term cost for full insights.
FAQ
Who is a screenless tracker for?
People who want health and sleep data without another screen: the Air trades all interaction for size and battery.
Does it need a subscription?
Basic tracking works out of the box; advanced insights need Google Health Premium after the included 3 months.
Can it track a run?
It records heart-rate and duration; GPS support has not been verified for this model.
How it compares
Closest models from Fitbit
| Model | Release year | Case size | Battery as listed | Water rating | GPS type | Works with |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitbit Charge 6 | 2023 | Not listed | Up to 7 days | 5ATM | Standard GPS | iOS and Android |
| Google Fitbit Edge | 2026 | Not listed | Up to 7 days | 5ATM | Standard GPS | iOS and Android |
Compared with Fitbit Charge 6, Google Fitbit Air lists a newer release year (2026 against 2023) and Light polymer case material, where Fitbit Charge 6 lists Aluminum.
Compared with Google Fitbit Edge, Google Fitbit Air lists Light polymer case material, where Google Fitbit Edge lists Recycled aluminum case.
Only values listed exactly are compared.
Phone compatibility and plan
An optional plan adds features. Check the maker's page for terms.
Sensors and features are listed as the maker names them and are not medical measurements.
Related guides and lists
- Battery life explained
- Phone compatibility
- Water resistance ratings
- Sensors explained
- Fitbit smartwatches
- All models
Last verified September 26, 2026
Features change with updates. Check the maker's current details. See our methodology