Fitbit is now part of Google and is built around Fitbit wearables. If you want to track runs, walks, hikes and rides with just your phone, without buying or wearing dedicated hardware, here is how to compare Fitbit with HALEBIT.
Using an iPhone? HALEBIT launches on Android first, and an iPhone version is planned. There is no release date yet. Join the waitlist, choose iPhone, and we will email you once when it is ready.
HALEBIT is independent and is not affiliated with Fitbit. This page describes what to compare, using the product’s own information where we cite it. Last checked: October 2026. Details change, so confirm them with the product itself.
Fitbit and HALEBIT compared
| Question | Fitbit | HALEBIT |
|---|---|---|
| Made by | Fitbit, owned by Google. | HALEBIT, an independent Android app. |
| Hardware | Designed around Fitbit devices, with the app as a companion. | Works with just your phone. Wearable data is supported where available. |
| Account | Fitbit accounts have been moving to Google accounts. Check Google’s current guidance. | The core experience does not make an online account the centre of the product. |
| Pricing | Free features plus a paid Fitbit Premium option. | Check the Google Play listing for current details. |
| Focus | Wearable-driven health tracking across many metrics. | Phone-based activity tracking and history. |
When Fitbit may suit you better
You wear a Fitbit device all day and want its health and sleep metrics in one ecosystem.
When HALEBIT may suit you better
You prefer to track workouts with your phone and keep your data approach simple and visible. See how HALEBIT handles privacy and the activities it tracks.
Before you switch
- Check the other app’s data export options so you keep your history.
- Read its current privacy policy and settings rather than relying on a summary.
- Try a few activities before deciding.
Source: Fitbit Help Center.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need a wearable to use HALEBIT?
No. You can track with just your phone. Wearable data is supported where your device and app configuration allow it.
Which activities can HALEBIT track?
Run, walk, hike, bike, indoor workouts and yoga. Route, pace, split, cadence and wearable information depend on the activity and your device.
Does HALEBIT have ads?
No. The fitness experience is designed without advertising.