Fitbit is a great way to spend time listening to music or podcasts while running or out in the gym. When you choose to bring your phone with you or listen to awesome tracks at the gym, you can connect your Bluetooth headphones or earbuds directly with some Fitbit smartwatches. But how do you do that? We explore the process below, discover which devices support the feature, and more.
Quick answer
Enable pairing mode on your headphones, open Settings app Watch your Fitbit, and find it Bluetooth Chapter. Find your Bluetooth headphones in the list of nearby devices and tap on them to pair.
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Which Fitbit device supports Bluetooth headphone connection?
A shortlist of devices currently supports Bluetooth headphones and audio connectivity. Significantly, none of the company’s fitness trackers pack this feature, which means you need to buy a smartwatch from the company to enjoy Bluetooth music playback.
Fitbit devices that support Bluetooth headphone connection include:
Although the Fitbit Ionic supports Bluetooth audio, the company has announced a recall for this device. Therefore, we do not recommend using this device in the future.
See also: The best fitbit smartwatch and tracker
How to connect Bluetooth headphones with your Fitbit
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Sense and Versa3
- First, you need to enable pairing mode on your Bluetooth headphones
- Normally, it presses and holds the power button on your headphones for a certain amount of time, but see your device’s user manual for details.
- Now, on your Fitbit smartwatch, open Settings app.
- Select Vibration and audio.
- Head Bluetooth Category and tap Manage devices.
- Swipe up Other instruments Chapter.
- When your headphones appear in the list, tap on them to start the pairing process
- Once the pairing is complete, a checkmark will appear on the watch’s display.
Versa 2 and Versa
- Again, you need to enable pairing mode on your Bluetooth headphones
- Open Settings app On your watch
- Select Bluetooth.
- Tap + Audio deviceAnd wait for your watch to find your Bluetooth headphones
- Once it appears in the list, tap on it to start the pairing process.
- Once the pairing is complete, a checkmark will appear on the watch’s display.
FAQs
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Q: Does the Fitbit Charge 5 support Bluetooth headphone connection?
A: No. Fitbit Charge 5 does not support Bluetooth audio connection. However, you can still control the music playing on your phone.
Q: How do I upload music to my Fitbit device?
A: Fitbit currently supports three music services called Spotify, Deezer and Pandora. You can also add your own music to your Fitbit smartwatch. Download the Fitbit Connect app to your PC or Mac, then tap Manage my music tiles. On your watch, tap Music app > Music transfer. Finally, go back to the desktop app and tap Gear in the upper-right corner To import folders into the app. Read more about Fitbit’s music support in our comprehensive guide.
Q: Which Bluetooth headphones are supported by Fitbit?
A: Fitbit does not specify which Bluetooth headphones are supported, but it should include most of today’s products.
Q: How do I remove a pair of Bluetooth headphones from my Fitbit?
A: In Versa and Versa 2, go back Settings app > Bluetooth > Find your headphones and tap Removal Confirm by tapping> Yes. In Sense and Versa 3, open Settings app > Vibration and audio > Bluetooth > Manage devices > Tap and confirm the device you want to remove Yes.
Q: Can I connect my Fitbit to a Bluetooth speaker?
A: Yes. Fitbit also supports Bluetooth speakers.
Q: How many devices can I add to my Fitbit?
A: You can connect up to eight Bluetooth audio devices with your supported Fitbit smartwatch.