Home
Finance
Travel
Academic
Library
Create a Thread
Home
Discover
Spaces
 
 
  • Introduction
  • WHOOP 5.0 vs WHOOP MG Comparison
  • Blood Pressure Monitoring Technology
  • FDA-Approved ECG Heart Screener
 
WHOOP debuts new wearables with medical-grade sensors and sleek design

WHOOP has unveiled its latest wearable devices, the WHOOP 5.0 and WHOOP Medical Grade (MG), featuring a 7% smaller design, advanced health monitoring capabilities including FDA-cleared ECG and blood pressure tracking, and an impressive 14-day battery life that extends to a full month when paired with the new wireless PowerPack.

User avatar
Curated by
curioustheo
3 min read
Published
18,695
836
indianexpress.com favicon
indianexpress
Whoop unveils next-gen wearables Whoop 5.0 and Whoop MG with advanced health monitoring features
Whoop unveils next-gen wearables Whoop 5.0 and Whoop MG with advanced health monitoring features
businesstoday.in favicon
businesstoday
Whoop introduces two new wearables: Whoop 5.0 and Whoop MG with on-demand ECG, blood pressure tracking
Whoop introduces two new wearables: Whoop 5.0 and Whoop MG with on-demand ECG, blood pressure tracking
zdnet.com favicon
zdnet
Whoop's latest health tracker lineup goes all-in on medical tech
Whoop's latest health tracker lineup goes all-in on medical tech
the5krunner.com favicon
whoop.com favicon
indiatoday.in favicon
+45 sources
Whoop 5.0 is official – and it's a massive upgrade for ...
theshortcut.com
WHOOP 5.0 vs WHOOP MG Comparison

While both the WHOOP 5.0 and WHOOP MG share core fitness tracking capabilities-including strain monitoring, recovery metrics, and sleep analysis-the MG model offers significant medical-grade enhancements. The MG features an integrated ECG/Heart Screener that can detect atrial fibrillation and provides on-demand heart rhythm readings through its conductive clasp12. It also delivers blood pressure insights, making it the first wearable to offer this capability directly from the wrist32.

Both devices boast identical physical dimensions (7% smaller than the previous 4.0 model) and impressive 14+ day battery life45. However, they come with different membership tiers-the standard 5.0 is available with either the One ($199/year) or Peak ($239/year) subscriptions, while the MG is exclusively offered with the premium Life tier ($359/year)67. The price difference reflects the MG's advanced medical capabilities, which are designed for users seeking comprehensive health insights beyond fitness performance metrics.

whoop.com favicon
connectthewatts.com favicon
telegraph.co.uk favicon
14 sources
Blood Pressure Monitoring Technology

Wearable blood pressure monitoring represents a significant advancement in health technology, with devices like the WHOOP MG using photoplethysmography (PPG) sensors to analyze arterial diameter changes and pulse waves to estimate blood pressure readings1. This technology eliminates the need for traditional arm cuffs, allowing users to check their blood pressure throughout the day - after meals, before bed, or upon waking2. The WHOOP MG's blood pressure monitoring capability is FDA-approved, developed through three years of research collecting thousands of readings to create a novel algorithm2.

The accuracy of wearable blood pressure monitors continues to improve, with AI-driven correction algorithms enhancing accuracy by 5-10% compared to non-AI models3. Studies comparing wearable devices to traditional methods show promising results - the Samsung Galaxy Watch demonstrated strong correlation with standard measurements in young adults4, while the HeartGuide watch showed acceptable differences compared to ambulatory monitoring both in and out of office settings5. As this technology evolves, it offers tremendous potential for continuous cardiovascular monitoring, enabling early detection and prevention of hypertension67, with the global wearable blood pressure monitoring market projected to grow from $2.9 billion in 2024 to $8.1 billion by 20318.

zdnet.com favicon
pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov favicon
consumerreports.org favicon
15 sources
FDA-Approved ECG Heart Screener
Introducing WHOOP 5.0 and WHOOP MG: The All-New Ways to ...
whoop.com

The WHOOP MG's FDA-cleared ECG Heart Screener represents a significant advancement in consumer wearable health technology. This feature allows users to take on-demand electrocardiogram readings to detect atrial fibrillation and other irregular heart rhythms12. Unlike many consumer wearables that rely solely on photoplethysmography (PPG), the WHOOP MG combines PPG with electrocardiogram technology for more comprehensive cardiac monitoring, similar to medical-grade devices that have shown 95-99% sensitivity in clinical trials34.

The FDA clearance of wearable ECG technology has been expanding across the industry, with Apple Watch's atrial fibrillation feature recently qualified for use in medical device clinical trials as a secondary endpoint5. This trend toward FDA-approved wearable cardiac monitoring includes other devices like the LIVMOR Halo AF Detection System (the first prescriptible wearable for continuous heart monitoring)6, CardiacSense's medical watch3, and Omron's blood pressure cuff with AFib detection7. These advancements are transforming how cardiac arrhythmias are detected, potentially improving early diagnosis rates and reducing stroke risk through continuous, passive monitoring rather than relying on intermittent clinical assessments8.

afibinstitute.com.au favicon
ccjm.org favicon
pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov favicon
14 sources
Related
How does the LIVMOR Halo AF Detection System compare to the Apple Watch AFib feature
What are the key differences between the WHOOP MG and other FDA-approved ECG wearables
How does the WHOOP MG's ECG feature contribute to overall health monitoring
What clinical trials have been conducted to validate the accuracy of the LIVMOR Halo AF Detection System
How does the WHOOP MG's ECG feature handle data privacy and security
Discover more
HP unveils $25K holographic video conferencing system
HP unveils $25K holographic video conferencing system
HP unveiled a $24,999 video conferencing system today that transforms traditional video calls into three-dimensional experiences, marking the first commercial release of Google's long-developing holographic communication technology. The HP Dimension with Google Beam, announced at the InfoComm 2025 trade show, uses artificial intelligence and a 65-inch display to create lifelike 3D images of...
3,472
Google rolls out battery health and VIP features to Pixels
Google rolls out battery health and VIP features to Pixels
Google began rolling out two features for Pixel smartphones Monday that represent the company's latest effort to differentiate its devices in an increasingly competitive Android market. The Battery Health Assistant and Pixel VIPs widget are launching as part of the tech giant's June feature drop, addressing concerns about device longevity and contact prioritization. The moves come as Google's...
1,386
Apple Watch opens Control Center to third-party apps
Apple Watch opens Control Center to third-party apps
Apple plans to open its Apple Watch Control Center to third-party developers for the first time with watchOS 26, according to multiple reports surfacing ahead of next week's Worldwide Developers Conference. The update will also extend support to all Apple Watch models currently compatible with watchOS 11, spanning devices from the Series 6 through the latest Ultra 2. The move represents Apple's...
3,372
Apple plans camera controls, sleep detection for AirPods
Apple plans camera controls, sleep detection for AirPods
Apple plans to introduce camera controls and sleep detection capabilities to its AirPods lineup through software updates expected to accompany iOS 26, according to reports published today. The features would allow users to trigger their iPhone camera by pressing the AirPods stem and automatically pause audio when they fall asleep. The updates represent Apple's latest effort to expand AirPods...
419