Can Fitbit Measure Blood Pressure?

As of 2025, Fitbit smartwatches cannot measure blood pressure. However, a 2023 patent (US Patent Application 20230028031) suggests this could change. The proposed technology uses a force-sensitive display combined with a photoplethysmography (PPG) sensor to estimate blood pressure when you press the screen. Enhance your current Fitbit with our Fitbit accessories.

How Would Fitbit’s Blood Pressure Monitoring Work?

Unlike traditional blood pressure cuffs that inflate around your arm, Fitbit’s approach is innovative. It measures the force of your pulse through the radial artery in your index finger using the existing PPG sensor and a force-sensitive screen. You place your finger sideways on the display, and the smartwatch guides you on how much pressure to apply, mimicking the cuff’s effect digitally.

The patent explains: “A user applies variable pressure to their blood vessels while a PPG sensor measures blood volume pulse amplitude. The resulting PPG signal and pressure data are used to calculate blood pressure using standard oscillometric methods.”

Here’s how it would work:

Will Fitbit Measure Blood Pressure in the Future?

While Fitbit’s patent is promising, its approval and implementation are not guaranteed. Many patents don’t result in commercial products, but Fitbit’s commitment to health tracking suggests they’re motivated to bring this feature to market. We’re optimistic that future Fitbit models will include blood pressure monitoring, potentially revolutionizing wearable health tech.

Which Fitbit Models Might Get Blood Pressure Monitoring?

If the patent is approved, blood pressure monitoring will likely be introduced in new Fitbit models, not retrofitted to older ones like the Charge 6 or Versa 4. It’s unclear which device will debut this feature, but we expect it in a next-generation tracker, possibly by 2026 or later. Stay prepared with our Fitbit Charge 6 accessories.

Fitbit Blood Pressure Monitoring: FAQs

Which Fitbit can measure blood pressure?

No Fitbit currently measures blood pressure, but a patented technology suggests future models may include this feature.

How would a Fitbit measure blood pressure?

Fitbit’s proposed method uses a force-sensitive screen and PPG sensor. You press your finger on the display to measure blood pressure via pulse data.

Which smartwatches can measure blood pressure?

While Fitbit can’t yet measure blood pressure, other smartwatches can, including:

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 5
• Omron HeartGuide
• YHE BP Doctor Pro