To open the ECG app on Fitbit Sense 2, press the button on the side of your watch to find the app in your app list. This is the only watch-side method documented for opening the ECG app on the Sense 2, and it only works if the app has already been installed from the Fitbit phone app.
How to open the ecg app on your Fitbit sense 2
The direct answer is simple: press the button on your Fitbit Sense 2 to open the ECG app. This button press brings up your list of installed apps, where you can select the ECG app to begin a reading. Note that the app must be installed on your watch first; if you haven't installed it yet, follow the steps below before pressing the button.
Before you start: install the ecg app
The ECG app is not always pre-installed on the Sense 2, so you may need to add it from the Fitbit app on your phone. The installation path is the same whether you use an iPhone or an Android device, and it requires that your watch is already paired to your Fitbit account. If you need help with that initial connection, the Fitbit setup and pairing process is handled through the Fitbit phone app before you can access the Gallery.
To install the ECG app, follow these steps in the Fitbit app on your phone:
- From the Today tab, tap the devices icon and then tap your device image.
- Tap Gallery.
- Tap the Apps tab.
- Tap ECG.
- Tap Install.
This installation path applies to the Fitbit Sense 2, as well as other compatible devices like the Fitbit Sense, Fitbit Charge 5, and Fitbit Charge 6. Supported devices and versions: Fitbit Sense running Fitbit OS 5.0+, Fitbit Charge 5 running CU 1.2+. The ECG app is only available in approved countries, and it can only be used on compatible wrist-worn products that have been paired to your account. List of approved countries: American Samoa, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Chile, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Guam, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Kingdom, United States, and U.S. Virgin Islands. If your device or country is not supported, the app will not appear in the Gallery.
Taking an ecg reading
Once the ECG app is installed and you have pressed the button to open it, the app performs an on-demand atrial fibrillation assessment. The ECG app is for on-demand atrial fibrillation assessment. This means it checks your heart's electrical activity for signs of an irregular rhythm, and it is designed for occasional use when you want to check your heart health. The ECG app is not a diagnostic tool and should not replace professional medical advice; always consult your healthcare provider if you have concerns about your heart.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if ECG is not visible in the Gallery?
If the ECG app does not appear in the Gallery, it is likely because it is not available in your country or on your specific device and account. The app must be installed from Gallery > Apps in the Fitbit app, and it only works in approved regions. If it still does not show up after confirming compatibility, the official documentation does not list another cause.
Do I need a subscription to use the ECG app?
No, the ECG app does not require a subscription. It is included with the device's built-in sensors, and there is no additional fee to install or use it.
Is the process the same on iPhone and Android?
Yes, the installation path in the Fitbit app is identical on iPhone and Android: Today tab, devices icon, device image, Gallery, Apps, ECG, Install. After installation, you open the app on the watch itself by pressing the button.
Can I open the ECG app from the Fitbit phone app?
No, the ECG app is opened on the watch itself, not from a carrier app or the phone app. The phone app is only used to install the app; the actual reading is started by pressing the button on your Sense 2.
