Fitbit has been revamping its app for some time now, and as of March 31, 2026, the redesigned experience is no longer available exclusively to early testers. Google has opened the public preview to all free users, so you no longer need a premium subscription to see what’s new.
What does the redesigned Fitbit app actually look like?
The updated layout now appears more logical. The old navigation is ditched in favor of a cleaner structure with four tabs: Today, Fitness, Sleep and Health (via 9To5Google). This seems like a coincidence that makes me wonder why he wasn’t there in the first place.
Free users get access to key health, fitness and sleep tracking features in the new design. Premium subscribers get the coach, an individual fitness plan and more comprehensive personalization in addition to everything.
What’s new besides the fresh coat of paint?
Quite a lot. The most overdue addition is nutrition and waterlogging. Previously, accessing these features required users to revert to the old Fitbit app, which was pretty annoying for those who needed it, but worked well.
You can now set calorie goals, log your meals and track water intake, along with flexible macronutrient ranges for those who want more control over their diet.
Beyond these additions, Cycle Health is also getting an upgrade that allows users to log symptoms and periods directly to the calendar. And yes, premium users get personalized cycle insights through Coach.
In the mental health space, mood logging and mindfulness session tracking are now integrated. An updated stress metric, now called “resilience,” gives you a clear picture of how your body deals with daily pressures.
Beyond that, it’s a sensible update and it’s hard to argue with the price of most of it since it’s actually free.
