WHOOP MG

WHOOP MGPrice, Specs & How It Compares

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The WHOOP MG has no screen at all. It reads heart rate, heart rate variability, blood oxygen, skin temperature and sleep stages continuously, and runs 14 days or more between charges. Its conductive clasp takes a medical-grade ECG and can flag an irregular heart rhythm.

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Best for

Heart health. Show why
An ECG sensor takes a reading and warns you about an irregular rhythm.
Recovery. Show why
It analyses your recovery and readiness, and runs fourteen days on a charge.
Sleep. Show why
It gathers your sleep data overnight and feeds it into the health analysis.

Comparison

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How it compares

Cost over 3 years

$1,077

Device price plus three years of subscription, where one applies.

Weight

~27g

Grams on your wrist. Lower is lighter.

Battery life

14+ days

How long it lasts on its own, away from a charger.

Cost over 3 years

WHOOP MG
$1,077 total
Fitbit Air
$99.99 → $459.99
Amazfit Helio Strap
$99.99
Garmin Cirqa
$199.99 → $409.99
Whoop 5.0
$597 total

Battery life

WHOOP MG
14+ days
Whoop 5.0
14+ days
Garmin Cirqa
~10 days
Amazfit Helio Strap
~10 days
Fitbit Air
~7 days

DeviceSubscription

The tracker as worn, without a charger.

Battery life can vary based on usage, settings and firmware version.

Most paired with

Everything it works with

What the WHOOP MG works with

Works with iPhone and Android through the WHOOP app, including supported Galaxy and Pixel phones.

Does the WHOOP MG work with iPhone?

Works

It works with iPhone 8 or newer through the WHOOP app.

You need the WHOOP app and iOS 16 or higher. WHOOP recommends iOS 18 or higher.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Does the WHOOP MG work with Android?

Works

It works through the WHOOP app on Android 11 or later.

Get the WHOOP app from Google Play. WHOOP tests Pixel, Samsung, OnePlus, and others, but some Xiaomi and Motorola phones may have connection issues.

See details and sources (1)
  • WHOOP Support: WHOOP App Minimum Software RequirementsFrom the official page or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    To use WHOOP products and services, you must install the WHOOP app on a compatible Android or iOS device.
    WHOOP 4.0 & WHOOP 5.0: iPhone 6s or newer (iOS 18 or higher recommended)
    WHOOP MG: iPhone 8 or newer (iOS 18 or higher recommended for ECG & BP Insights)
    Medical-grade data requires iOS 18+ or Android 11+ for full feature support.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Does the WHOOP MG work with Samsung phones?

Works

It supports Samsung Galaxy S10 or newer.

Use the WHOOP app from Google Play on a supported Samsung phone.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Does the WHOOP MG work with Google Pixel phones?

Works

It supports Google Pixel 4 or newer.

Use the WHOOP app from Google Play on a supported Pixel phone.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

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Works with

Works

Cardio workouts sync to Strava.

Connect your WHOOP and Strava accounts in the WHOOP app. Strength Trainer and Recovery activities do not upload.

See details and sources (1)
  • Strava Help Center: WHOOP and StravaFrom the official page or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Once connected to Strava, cardio-based activities logged on WHOOP will automatically upload.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Some features missing

It works through Integrations in the WHOOP app.

Turn it on in the WHOOP app under Integrations on iPhone. WHOOP does not send HRV, ECG, or Blood Pressure Insights to Apple Health.

ECG and Blood Pressure Insights are not exported to Apple Health; HRV is not exported.

See details and sources (1)
  • WHOOP Support: Apple Health IntegrationFrom the official page or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Strain & Workouts: Import activities from Apple Health and sync WHOOP heart rate data.
    WHOOP MG does not currently export ECG nor Blood Pressure Insights to Apple Health due to regulatory limitations.
    WHOOP does not export HRV data to Apple Health at this time.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

It works through the WHOOP app on Android 11 or later.

Get the WHOOP app from Google Play. WHOOP tests Pixel, Samsung, OnePlus, and others, but some Xiaomi and Motorola phones may have connection issues.

See details and sources (1)
  • WHOOP Support: WHOOP App Minimum Software RequirementsFrom the official page or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    To use WHOOP products and services, you must install the WHOOP app on a compatible Android or iOS device.
    WHOOP 4.0 & WHOOP 5.0: iPhone 6s or newer (iOS 18 or higher recommended)
    WHOOP MG: iPhone 8 or newer (iOS 18 or higher recommended for ECG & BP Insights)
    Medical-grade data requires iOS 18+ or Android 11+ for full feature support.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Some features missing

Google Fit connects through Health Connect, not directly.

Use an Android phone with Health Connect and connect WHOOP to it. Activities from Google Fit then come into WHOOP.

Connection runs through Health Connect, not a direct Google Fit link.

See details and sources (1)
  • WHOOP Support: Health Connect Integration For AndroidFrom the official page or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Android WHOOP members can efficiently sync their Recovery, Strain, and Sleep metrics across platforms using Health Connect.
    WHOOP does not sync Heart Screener data, Blood Pressure Insights, WHOOP Age, Pace of Aging, and VO2 Max to Health Connect.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Some features missing

It works with Health Connect on Android, with some data left out.

Set it up in the WHOOP app under Integrations. Heart Screener, Blood Pressure Insights, WHOOP Age, Pace of Aging, and VO2 Max do not sync.

Heart Screener, Blood Pressure Insights, WHOOP Age, Pace of Aging and VO2 Max are not synced.

See details and sources (1)
  • WHOOP Support: Health Connect Integration For AndroidFrom the official page or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Android WHOOP members can efficiently sync their Recovery, Strain, and Sleep metrics across platforms using Health Connect.
    WHOOP does not sync Heart Screener data, Blood Pressure Insights, WHOOP Age, Pace of Aging, and VO2 Max to Health Connect.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

It works with the Natural Cycles app.

Wear WHOOP to bed, then check the Natural Cycles app for your status.

See details and sources (1)
  • Natural Cycles: Natural Cycles x WHOOPFrom the official page or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Natural Cycles currently integrates with WHOOP 5.0 and WHOOP MG, turning your temperature data into clear fertility insights inside the NC° app.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

It works with iPhone 8 or newer through the WHOOP app.

You need the WHOOP app and iOS 16 or higher. WHOOP recommends iOS 18 or higher.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

WorksWorked out from the official minimum

It works with every iPhone that runs iOS 16 or later, from the iPhone 8 on.

  • iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 16 or later
  • iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone Air and iPhone 17e: yes, on iOS 16 or later
  • iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max and iPhone 16e: yes, on iOS 16 or later
  • iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 16 or later
  • iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 16 or later
  • iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 16 or later
  • iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 16 or later
  • iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 16 or later
  • iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and iPhone X: yes, on iOS 16 or later
  • iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus: yes, on iOS 16 or later
  • iPhone SE (2nd generation) and iPhone SE (3rd generation): yes, on iOS 16 or later
  • iPhone 17 Pro: yes, on iOS 16 or later
  • iPhone 17 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 16 or later
  • iPhone Air: yes, on iOS 16 or later
  • Any iPhone not listed: no, it cannot run that iOS version

Worked out from the official minimum ("iOS 16 or later") and Apple's list of the iPhones that run it, not a separate test. See the sources.

See details and sources (6)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

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Works

It supports Samsung Galaxy S10 or newer.

Use the WHOOP app from Google Play on a supported Samsung phone.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Some features missing

It can send live heart rate to Peloton, but not activity data.

Turn on HR Broadcast in the WHOOP app, then choose WHOOP as the heart rate monitor on Peloton. WHOOP does not describe activity syncing with Peloton.

Live heart rate broadcast only; no activity sync is described.

See details and sources (1)
  • WHOOP Support: Heart Rate BroadcastFrom the official page or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    All WHOOP sensors can broadcast your real-time heart rate to compatible fitness devices and apps via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).
    Your heart rate will now display on the Peloton screen.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Some features missing

A paid WHOOP membership is required.

The band comes with a paid membership. It renews automatically each year unless you cancel.

WHOOP is sold as a paid membership that renews automatically.

See details and sources (1)
  • WHOOP Support: Membership PricingFrom the official page or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Membership includes access to the WHOOP app, continuous health tracking, and personalized coaching insights.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

It supports Google Pixel 4 or newer.

Use the WHOOP app from Google Play on a supported Pixel phone.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Most paired with

Does the WHOOP MG work with iPhone?

Works

It works with iPhone 8 or newer through the WHOOP app.

You need the WHOOP app and iOS 16 or higher. WHOOP recommends iOS 18 or higher.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Does the WHOOP MG work with Android?

Works

It works through the WHOOP app on Android 11 or later.

Get the WHOOP app from Google Play. WHOOP tests Pixel, Samsung, OnePlus, and others, but some Xiaomi and Motorola phones may have connection issues.

See details and sources (1)
  • WHOOP Support: WHOOP App Minimum Software RequirementsFrom the official page or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    To use WHOOP products and services, you must install the WHOOP app on a compatible Android or iOS device.
    WHOOP 4.0 & WHOOP 5.0: iPhone 6s or newer (iOS 18 or higher recommended)
    WHOOP MG: iPhone 8 or newer (iOS 18 or higher recommended for ECG & BP Insights)
    Medical-grade data requires iOS 18+ or Android 11+ for full feature support.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Does the WHOOP MG work with Samsung phones?

Works

It supports Samsung Galaxy S10 or newer.

Use the WHOOP app from Google Play on a supported Samsung phone.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Does the WHOOP MG work with Google Pixel phones?

Works

It supports Google Pixel 4 or newer.

Use the WHOOP app from Google Play on a supported Pixel phone.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

What you need

Does the WHOOP MG work with Android?

Works

It works through the WHOOP app on Android 11 or later.

Get the WHOOP app from Google Play. WHOOP tests Pixel, Samsung, OnePlus, and others, but some Xiaomi and Motorola phones may have connection issues.

See details and sources (1)
  • WHOOP Support: WHOOP App Minimum Software RequirementsFrom the official page or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    To use WHOOP products and services, you must install the WHOOP app on a compatible Android or iOS device.
    WHOOP 4.0 & WHOOP 5.0: iPhone 6s or newer (iOS 18 or higher recommended)
    WHOOP MG: iPhone 8 or newer (iOS 18 or higher recommended for ECG & BP Insights)
    Medical-grade data requires iOS 18+ or Android 11+ for full feature support.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Does the WHOOP MG work with iPhone?

Works

It works with iPhone 8 or newer through the WHOOP app.

You need the WHOOP app and iOS 16 or higher. WHOOP recommends iOS 18 or higher.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Supports

Works

It is IP68 and safe for swimming.

WHOOP says it is safe in the shower and during swim workouts.

See details and sources (1)
  • WHOOP Support: Unlock New with WHOOP MGFrom the official page or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    It is safe to wear in the shower, during swim workouts, or in other wet environments.
    Water resistance: IP68 (up to 10 meters)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

How it works

Works

Use a WHOOP 5.0/MG PowerPack or Basic Charger.

The PowerPack slides on and charges while you wear it. It will not charge with the Meridian band on.

See details and sources (1)
  • WHOOP Support: Battery Pack and Charging OverviewFrom the official page or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    WHOOP 5.0 & WHOOP MG sensors are compatible to charge using either the Wireless PowerPack or Basic Charger (wired).
    Charging is not supported with the Meridian band.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

This review has no score, so there is no average yet. It takes two scored reviews from two different publishers.

1 expert review, none with a score

  1. TechRadar
    Matt EvansSep 13, 2025
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May 8, 2025 · Went on sale
WHOOP unveils and immediately sells WHOOP MG
WHOOP introduced WHOOP MG alongside WHOOP 5.0 with a smaller body, 14-day-class battery life, ECG hardware and Blood Pressure Insights. The company made MG available for purchase the same day through its premium WHOOP Life membership rather than separating announcement and release.
May 10, 2025 · Price
WHOOP revises upgrade rules two days after launch
WHOOP changed its 5.0 upgrade policy after member criticism, granting free Peak hardware upgrades to members with more than 12 months remaining and refunds in some cases. The same clarification emphasized that the premium WHOOP Life membership was the path to the advanced WHOOP MG hardware.
May 23, 2025 · Others confirmed it
Early owners report WHOOP MG units dying within hours
Android Authority documented a cluster of public reports from new WHOOP MG owners whose devices failed shortly after first use. The reports made early hardware reliability a material part of the product's post-launch story.
Jul 14, 2025 · Filed with regulators
FDA warns WHOOP over Blood Pressure Insights
The FDA warned WHOOP that Blood Pressure Insights was being marketed in the United States without required device clearance or approval. The dispute directly affected a flagship health feature associated with WHOOP MG and the Life tier.
Jun 17, 2026 · Filed with regulators
FDA closes the Blood Pressure Insights warning after WHOOP modifies the feature
The FDA issued a closeout letter after WHOOP changed Blood Pressure Insights and its labeling and after the agency updated its general-wellness guidance. FDA said it did not intend to enforce device requirements against the modified BPI, while stressing that the conclusion was specific to that version.

At a glance

Whoop MGTHIS PRODUCTWhoop MGWhoop 5.0COMPARE WITHWhoop 5.0
Battery
14+ day battery
14+ day battery
Works with
iOS supportediOS 18 recommended · Android supported; Android 11 required
iOS supportediOS 18 recommended · Android supported; Android 11 recommended
Water resistance
IP68submersible up to 10 m
IP68submersible up to 10 m
Display
Nonescreenless
Nonescreenless
Ongoing cost
Yes, WHOOP membership$359/year for WHOOP Life
Yes, WHOOP membershipOne $199/year; Peak $239/year
Heart rate
Yesenhanced PPG sensor
Yescontinuous PPG-based heart-rate tracking
ECG
Yesmedical-grade ECG / Heart Screener via conductive clasp, Life membership
NoHeart Screener/ECG requires WHOOP MG with Life membership
AFib alerts
YesECG and irregular-heart-rhythm notifications via MG + Life, availability region-dependent
NoECG/IHRN heart screening is tied to MG + Life
Weight
~27.3g
~26.5g
Technical specs
Connectivity
Bluetooth Low EnergyNo
Bluetooth Low Energy
Charging
Wireless PowerPack includedcompatible with WHOOP 5.0/MG charging ecosystem
Basic Charger or Wireless PowerPackabout 120 min with either charger
HRV
Yes
Yes
Blood oxygen
YesPPG-derived blood oxygen
YesPPG-derived blood oxygen
Skin temperature
Yes
Yes
Sleep stages
YesLight, REM and Deep Sleep
YesLight, REM and Deep Sleep
Where you wear it
Wrist plus multiple body locations using WHOOP Body/AnyWear accessories
Wrist plus multiple body locations using WHOOP Body/AnyWear accessories

Where to buy

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Returns and warranty

Returns

30-day returns· the clock starts the day it arrives

  • You pay return shipping
    WHOOP sends a return label, but the shipping cost is taken out of your refund.
    On a prepaid membership, both the original shipping and the return shipping come out of the refund. Free trial members pay return shipping when they set up the return.
  • How you get your money back

    Usually processed 5 to 10 business days after WHOOP receives the return.

Warranty

Lifetime warranty with membership

Covered by the WHOOP Lifetime Warranty only while the membership is active with a valid payment method on file.

Covered

  • A defective WHOOP sensor (4.0, 5.0, MG)
  • A WHOOP sensor damaged in a way that affects how it works or its accuracy
  • Battery covered only for defects

    A defective battery pack is covered; a battery pack damaged from improper use is not.

Not covered

  • Loss or theft

    Lost or stolen sensor or battery pack.

  • Scratches and dents

    Cosmetic damage such as scratches and dents.

  • Repairs by other shops

    Unauthorized modifications or repairs.

  • Bands and accessories
  • How it gets fixed

    Replacement of the device when WHOOP confirms it qualifies.

Good to know

  • Good to know

    Because WHOOP MG is medical-grade hardware, returns may be restricted in some regions, and a device shipped abroad by a third-party service may not be returnable.

  • Membership
    Returning the device inside 30 days means cancelling the membership, with a full refund minus shipping.
    After 30 days WHOOP takes no returns; you follow the Canceling Your Membership steps instead.
  • Free trial
    Start the return inside the one month trial and mail it within 7 days of getting the label.
    If you keep it, you are enrolled in a 12 month membership for $239.
  • Engraving

    Engraved sensors can be returned, but the engraving fee is not refunded.

  • Accessories and apparel

    Unworn bands and apparel can go back within 30 days of delivery, unless marked final sale (for example WHOOP Your Way).

  • Free trial: $110 restocking fee

    If you cancel a free trial but do not return the hardware, WHOOP charges a $110 restocking fee.

What's in the box

What comes in the box with the WHOOP MG?

Here is what you get when you open it.

We could only confirm part of what ships.

SuperKnit Luxe band
Waterproof Wireless PowerPack

From WHOOP. Checked Sep 22, 2026.

Price compared to others

Price compared to others

WHOOP MG
$359 a yearMembership required
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$99.99
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$99.99
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$199.99
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$199 a yearMembership required
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Frequently asked questions

Questions about WHOOP MG

Using it

Do I need a subscription?
Yes, you need a subscription. The WHOOP MG only comes with the WHOOP Life membership, which costs $359 a year and includes the band. Life adds the ECG and the heart screening.
Does it have GPS?
No, it has no GPS.
Does it work with my phone?
Yes, it works with an iPhone or an Android phone.
How heavy is it?
It weighs 27.3g.
Does it take an ECG?
Yes, it takes an ECG. It is a regulated feature, so availability varies by country.
Does it measure blood oxygen?
Yes, it measures your blood oxygen.
Does it track heart rate?
Yes, it tracks your heart rate.
Does it track HRV?
Yes, it tracks your HRV.
Does it track sleep stages?
Yes, it tracks your sleep stages.
Does it read skin temperature?
Yes, it reads your skin temperature.
Will it warn me about an irregular rhythm?
Yes, it warns you about an irregular rhythm.
Does it count steps?
Yes, it counts your steps.
Does it have a screen?
No, it has no screen.

Water

Can it get wet (shower, pool, swimming)?
Yes, you can shower and swim in it. It is rated to 10m. It is not for scuba diving. Its rating is IP68.

Price and models

When did the WHOOP MG come out?
It went on sale May 8, 2025.
Is there a newer one?
No. The WHOOP MG is the current model.
How much does the WHOOP MG cost?
List price: No standalone MG hardware MSRP established; bundled with WHOOP Life.

Returns and warranty

How long do I have to return it?
30-day returns The clock starts the day it arrives.
Is there a restocking fee?
Restocking fee: not stated by WHOOP
Who pays return shipping?
You pay return shipping WHOOP sends a return label, but the shipping cost is taken out of your refund. On a prepaid membership, both the original shipping and the return shipping come out of the refund. Free trial members pay return shipping when they set up the return.
How do I get my money back?
How you get your money back Usually processed 5 to 10 business days after WHOOP receives the return.
How long is the warranty?
Lifetime warranty with membership Covered by the WHOOP Lifetime Warranty only while the membership is active with a valid payment method on file.
Is the battery covered?
Battery covered only for defects A defective battery pack is covered; a battery pack damaged from improper use is not.

In the box

What's in the box?
SuperKnit Luxe band, Waterproof Wireless PowerPack.

Works with

Does the WHOOP MG work with Natural Cycles?
It works with the Natural Cycles app. Works
Does the WHOOP MG work with iPhone?
It works with iPhone 8 or newer through the WHOOP app. Works
Does the WHOOP MG work with Samsung phones?
It supports Samsung Galaxy S10 or newer. Works
Does the WHOOP MG work with Peloton?
It can send live heart rate to Peloton, but not activity data. Some features missing
Does the WHOOP MG require a subscription?
A paid WHOOP membership is required. Some features missing
How does the WHOOP MG charge?
Use a WHOOP 5.0/MG PowerPack or Basic Charger. Works
Does the WHOOP MG work for swimming?
It is IP68 and safe for swimming. Works
Does the WHOOP MG work with Google Pixel phones?
It supports Google Pixel 4 or newer. Works

WHOOP wants to be your doctor now

Abbott and Mayo Clinic backed WHOOP so doctors can bill Medicare for a $359-a-year wristband most patients can't afford.

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