WHOOP 5.0 Adds ECG and Blood Pressure Trends

WHOOP has launched the WHOOP 5.0, its fifth-generation fitness strap. The new model adds ECG (electrocardiogram) sensing for atrial fibrillation detection and a blood pressure trend monitor.

What's newECG sensor: Detects atrial fibrillation (irregular heart rhythm)Blood pressure trend: Tracks daily blood pressure changes (not a medical-grade BP monitor)Improved heart rate accuracy: WHOOP claims 卤2 BPM across all effort levels7-day battery life (same as WHOOP 4.0)Same screenless strap design

Why it mattersThe ECG sensor is a meaningful health feature. WHOOP 5.0 can flag potential atrial fibrillation episodes, which is a leading cause of stroke in athletes over 50. The sensor is FDA-cleared in the US (pending at launch).The blood pressure trend monitor is useful for athletes tracking cardiovascular adaptations to training. It's not a substitute for a medical-grade BP cuff, but for tracking daily trends it's adequate.

The screenless debateWHOOP continues to omit a screen. Proponents argue it keeps the device minimalist and the focus on recovery and strain metrics. Critics argue it makes the WHOOP harder to use mid-workout for cyclists. For cyclists specifically, the WHOOP 5.0 is best paired with a separate bike computer (Garmin, Wahoo, Hammerhead).

Pricing$30/month subscription (was $40/month for WHOOP 4.0). The subscription includes the strap hardware 鈥?no upfront purchase cost.