Google has introduced the Fitbit Edge, a slim fitness tracker featuring a larger OLED display, enhanced activity tracking, built-in GPS and AI-powered health coaching. The device is available for pre-order in Australia and New Zealand ahead of its October 27 release.
The Google Fitbit Edge is designed to sit between the company’s Pixel Watch smartwatch range and its screenless Fitbit Air wearable, offering a combination of fitness tracking, health monitoring and everyday smartwatch features in a compact design.
The new tracker integrates Google’s personalised Health Coach, which provides fitness and wellness guidance through a Google Health Premium subscription.
Fitbit Edge features a recycled aluminium case that measures 11.5mm thick. According to Google, the case is 45% lighter than the Apple Watch Series 12, while its curved design is intended to provide a comfortable fit for all-day and overnight use.
The Fitbit Edge features what Google describes as its largest and brightest fitness tracker display to date, offering 46% more viewing area than previous Fitbit trackers.
Its Hybrid OLED screen is designed to remain readable in direct sunlight and supports customisable clock faces, glanceable information tiles and an updated interface based on the experience introduced with the Pixel Watch 5.
A redesigned physical side button provides tactile feedback and allows users to access functions such as workout controls without relying entirely on the touchscreen.
The interface displays information including step counts, weather updates, heart rate, sleep metrics and menstrual cycle tracking.
Fitbit Edge also supports Google Maps, media controls, and call and message notifications, bringing selected smartwatch capabilities to the fitness tracker category.
Google has equipped the Fitbit Edge with support for more than 50 exercise modes, including running, Pilates, high-intensity interval training and track workouts. The updated exercise interface provides real-time metrics such as pace, heart rate zones, workout splits and performance targets directly on the display.
Built-in GPS enables outdoor activity tracking without requiring a connected smartphone. Google claims GPS tracking accuracy has improved by up to 40% compared with previous generations, supported by an upgraded GPS chipset and nano-moulded technology integrated into the aluminium housing.
An integrated altimeter also measures elevation changes during activities such as hill running, stair climbing and outdoor workouts.
The device can automatically recognise and categorise up to 100 workout types, allowing users to record activities even when they have not manually started a workout session.
Google says the automatic tracking system uses contextual activity analysis to identify different exercises and include them in weekly fitness goals.
Health monitoring is another major focus of the Fitbit Edge, with Google introducing its Health Guardian features alongside a range of biometric sensors. The device supports continuous optical heart rate monitoring, high and low heart rate alerts, and on-wrist electrocardiogram (ECG) assessments.
It also includes a dedicated skin temperature sensor that measures overnight fluctuations, alongside heart rate variability (HRV) and sleep stage analysis to provide daily recovery insights. Google says Health Guardian can monitor changes in blood pressure and insulin resistance trends, although these features require a Google Health Premium subscription.
Through Google’s Health Coach, subscribers can receive personalised lifestyle recommendations, explanations of changing health patterns and adjustments to fitness plans based on their recorded data. The company also positions the service as a way for users to better understand their health information before discussing potential concerns with a healthcare professional.
Despite its slim design, Fitbit Edge offers up to seven days of battery life on a single charge, according to Google. The extended battery life is intended to support continuous activity monitoring and overnight sleep tracking without frequent charging.
The tracker also supports fast magnetic charging, with Google claiming that a five-minute charge can provide enough power for a full day of use when the battery is low.
Fitbit Edge has a water-resistance rating of up to 50 metres, making it suitable for a range of exercise and everyday activities.
Google has also introduced a modular internal design and replaceable battery, making Fitbit Edge the company’s first repairable Fitbit fitness tracker. The changes are intended to extend the usable life of the device.
Australian pricing and availability
The Google Fitbit Edge is priced at AU$269 in Australia with pre-orders available through the Google Store and participating retail partners. The fitness tracker is scheduled to go on sale on October 27, 2026. Eligible new and returning customers who purchase Fitbit Edge will also receive a complimentary three-month Google Health Premium subscription, providing access to the company’s personalised coaching and selected advanced health monitoring features.
