Whoop Unveils Version 5.0 and Introduces MG Hardware, with Included Pricing Options
Unleashing Whoop 5.0 and MG: A Game-Changer in Fitness Tracking
After a week of tantalizing social media posts, Whoop has finally dropped the bomb on their latest innovation, the 5.0 device, along with the "MG" version that's geared towards medical-grade fitness enthusiasts. Members can upgrade to the new 5.0 for a mere $49 fee or opt for one of the three enticing membership tiers: One, Peak, or Life.
Whoop, the screenless fitness tracker that bagged a stellar four-star rating in my review of the 4.0 model, is all about integrated fitness and recovery tracking, and it excels in handling strength training. Unlike other fitness trackers, Whoop is subscription-based, with the hardware serving as a bonus for membership holders.
Embracing the Future: What's in Store with Whoop 5.0
Sporting a sleek new look, the 5.0 device is claimed to be a slimmer 7% compared to its predecessor, but don't expect your old straps and accessories to fit – longstanding members with more than 1,500 recoveries will receive a "Milestone collection" box filled with extra bands. Boasting a whopping 14-day battery life, the 5.0 packs a new power pack for wireless charging during wear. Members of the Peak and Life tiers will receive the wireless power pack, while the budget tier will make do with a wired charger.
Underneath the hood, the 5.0 sports a 60% faster processor and "enhanced sensors" compared to the 4.0. However, medical-grade extraordinary happens with the MG version.
Whoop MG (Medical Grade): Beyond the Fitness Realm
Enter the MG Whoop, a device that scores big in the medical world. Akin to an Apple Watch or Fitbit, the MG device performs ECG readings from your wrist. This coveted device comes with a Whoop Life membership, the top-tier subscription at $359/year.
Find Your Fitness Level with Whoop's Membership Tiers
The three new membership tiers – One ($199/year), Peak ($239/year), and Life ($359/year) – cater to a wide range of fitness enthusiasts.
Whoop One ($199/year)
This budget-friendly membership provides a wired charger, a "CoreKnit" band, and access to the basics of Whoop's functionalities. Peeling back to this level will strip you of a few features like the Health Monitor and Stress Monitor.
Whoop Peak ($239/year)
The most familiar level amongst current Whoop users, Peak offers similar features to the single subscription level of the 4.0. If your subscription renews without a chosen tier, you'll end up on Peak. Alongside the subscription, you'll get the new Healthspan feature, which offers insights into your "Whoop age" and "pace of aging," complete with recommendations to improve those metrics.
Whoop Life ($359/year)
The pinnacle of Whoop's offerings, Life comes with the MG instead of the 5.0 hardware. This membership includes everything in Peak, including the Healthspan feature, plus ECG readings and Whoop's latest feature: an estimate of your blood pressure. Be advised that you'll need to calibrate the blood pressure feature with cuff readings to start utilizing it.
Got the Whoop Blues?
Memberships will continue to function with the 4.0 device, and even non-upgraders will still gain access to all the features that Peak membership offers, including the forthcoming Healthspan feature. If you opt not to upgrade, your membership will automatically be rolled into Peak.
Updated on May 8, 2025, at 3:30 p.m., to reflect that the age metric is officially dubbed "Whoop age," not "fitness age."
Enrichment Data:
Subscriptions Compared
| Tier | Price (Annual) | Whoop Device | Charger Type | Included Features | Extras/Notes ||--------------|----------------|------------------------|-----------------------|-------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------|| One | $199 | Whoop 5.0 | Wired Charger | Core health metrics, Healthspan feature (coming soon) | Basic tier, stripped essentials, no wireless power pack or advanced health features. || Peak | $239 | Whoop 5.0 | Wireless Power Pack | Core health metrics, Healthspan feature | Includes wireless charging option || Life | $359 | Whoop MG (Medical) | Wireless Power Pack | Core health metrics, ECG readings, blood pressure insights, heart screener | Only tier offering advanced medical features and MG device |
Note: Advanced health features include ECG readings, blood pressure insights, and heart screener
Upgrading Costs and Compatibility:- Hardware Upgrade Fee: Members can upgrade for a $49 fee or by extending their membership.- Accessory Compatibility: Straps and accessories from the 4.0 do not fit the 5.0 or MG devices.- Power Pack: Only Peak and Life memberships include the wireless power pack; One members receive a wired charger.
- In 2025, the Whoop 5.0 release is expected to dominate the wearables market with its slimmer design, 14-day battery life, and new power pack for wireless charging.
- The MG version of Whoop 5.0, aimed at medical-grade fitness enthusiasts, goes beyond standard fitness tracking by offering ECG readings and blood pressure insights.
- Members can choose from three membership tiers in 2025 - One, Peak, and Life - each offering diverse levels of accessibility to Whoop's features, such as the Healthspan feature that provides insights into a member's "Whoop age" and "pace of aging."
- For those who opt for the Life membership, they will receive the MG device instead of the 5.0, complete with ECG readings and blood pressure insights.
- As of March 2025, the subscription-based Whoop tracker continues to be at the forefront of technological innovation in the fitness industry, offering integrated fitness and recovery tracking for strength training and other health metrics.
