Fitbit users have a big change coming. Google is officially retiring the Fitbit app in 2026 and replacing it with something new that brings AI into the picture.

Google is introducing its new Google Health app, complete with the Google Health Premium subscription and access to a personalized Coach.

Google Health 5.0 replaces the Fitbit app with a redesigned layout, Gemini-powered coaching, a new Android widget, and retired Fitbit features.

Google is sunsetting Google Fit by year’s end. While Fitbit remains very much alive, the rebranded Google Health app is your one-stop shop for all things health and fitness.

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. May 19, 2026 Add as a ...

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