As a proud new owner of a Fitbit, I was thrilled to see how well it worked with my Apple devices. I was disappointed, however, when I realized that my AirPods weren’t connecting. I was determined to find a way to make my Fitbit work with my AirPods, so I did some research to figure out how I could make this happen. In this blog post, I’ll be sharing how I was able to get my Fitbit to work with my AirPods, as well as some other solutions I discovered during my research.
AirPods can be connected with Fitbit, but the AirPods will usually automatically connect to your iPhone when you take them out of the case. To fix this, you usually need to turn off Bluetooth on the iPhone when trying to connect your AirPods to the Fitbit.
| Key Takeaways |
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| AirPods can be connected to a Fitbit. |
| When AirPods are taken out of their case, they usually automatically connect to the iPhone. |
| To connect AirPods to the Fitbit, turn off Bluetooth on the iPhone. |
| With your Fitbit connected to the AirPods, you can control media while running. |
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Does Fitbit Work with AirPods?
Yes, both a Fitbit tracker and smartwatch will work with AirPods.
This will allow you to use the AirPods while you work out and use the Fitbit device to control the sound instead of having to stop your workout and take your phone out every time you want to change the song.
This is ideal if you’re going for a long walk or run and want to be sure to track your progress on your Fitbit.
Since the Fitbit typically has a much longer battery life than the IPhone, it can be better to use for long workouts, or times when your phone is not charged and you are ready to work out.
In order to get your Fitbit connected to the AirPods, you’ll need to disconnect them from any other devices and pair them with the Fitbit. Then you can use the Fitbit and AirPods together.
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How to connect AirPods to a Fitbit?
To connect AirPods to a Fitbit, you’ll need to disconnect from any other devices that are currently attached to the Bluetooth.
This might include your phone, speakers, wearable devices, or the sound system in your vehicle. Next, put your AirPods into pairing mode so the Fitbit can find them.
With the AirPods ready to pair, select them from the list of devices found and allow a few seconds for the Fitbit to sync up. When the devices are paired and ready to use, you’ll see a checkmark on the Fitbit screen.
If you have the AirPods pro, pairing can be even simpler. In a separate room from where your phone is located, put the Fitbit in pairing mode, then open the AirPods case.
Keep the AirPods in the case while you do this. Once the lid is open, the AirPods should recognize the Fitbit nearby and connect automatically to it.
Read more: What does it mean when AirPods Pro beep?
Can you adjust the AirPods volume with Fitbit?
With your Fitbit connected to the AirPods, you can use the wearable device to control the music, podcasts, or other media you like to listen to while running.
The Fitbit can act as a remote control for the app you use to play music. Depending on the kind of Fitbit you have, there might be music storage built in to allow you to store music files you have downloaded right on the device.
Why won’t my AirPods connect to my Fitbit?
If you are having issues connecting your AirPods to your Fitbit, there might be a few causes for this. Your AirPods might be automatically connecting to a device they recognize that is in range, like your iPhone.
To stop this from happening, you can turn off the Bluetooth on your iPhone, stopping the AirPods from discovering it. This will stop the automatic connection from happening every time the AirPods are in range.
Does Fitbit versa work with AirPods?
Yes, the Fitbit versa smartwatch is one of the models that will work with AirPods. To connect the Fitbit versa to the AirPods, start by putting the AirPods in pairing mode.
Next, open the settings menu on the Fitbit versa and tap Bluetooth. Then tap audio devices to get the watch to search for nearby devices to pair with.
Once the versa finds devices nearby, it will display a list of their names. Look for your AirPods and tap on the name assigned to them. Once the versa has paired with the AirPods successfully, you’ll see a checkmark appear on the display.
Pros and Cons of Using Fitbit with AirPods
Pros:
- AirPods can be connected with Fitbit, allowing you to use the wearable device to control the music, podcasts, or other media you like to listen to while running.
- The Fitbit typically has a much longer battery life than the IPhone, making it a better choice for long workouts or times when your phone is not charged and you are ready to work out.
- Pairing AirPods with a Fitbit is relatively simple, and with the AirPods Pro, it can be even simpler.
Cons:
- The AirPods may automatically connect to your iPhone when you take them out of the case, requiring you to turn off Bluetooth on the iPhone in order to connect them to the Fitbit.
- If you are having issues connecting your AirPods to your Fitbit, you may need to disconnect them from any other devices and put them into pairing mode.
