sp02 statistic in the day?

[PepijnGrijpink]

Hello everyone, I have a Fitbit charge 5 which has the ability to measure Sp02. This feature is used in the night to give an indication of sleep apnea.

However, I’m a little confused why it’s not possible to get a reading during the day. I’d love to measure Sp02 when running or meditating. Am I missing something? I I am please explain to me how I do this.

kind regards, Pepijn Grijpink  

[JohnnyRow · Accepted solution]

sp02 is not available on demand, only ovenight.

[mute_parrot]

that's somewhat... bad (if to be honest). for example, mi smartband 6 does have this function. i compared the readings with those from vital monitor - the BPM and saturation and it was +/- 1 point discrepancy with medical grade bulky device (you know, those the staff rolls along the corridors)

[JohnnyRow]

Not necessarily disagreeing, but medical grade spO2 is just the little clip on end of finger that easily fits in pocket and can be bought for ~$20.  At doctor's office it is probably wired to be seen easier on screening monitor.

And actually it uses a different method, shining light through your finger, rather than just reflection back to emitting device..

[Bug25]

Thanks for info but it’s not what I call a great feature. My charge 5 always says no data available every day until about midday. It shows on my tracker but not on iPhone Fitbit app. 

[SunsetRunner]

@Bug25 that is a known bug but it seems fitbit is unaware or not able to solve it. I have the feeling the bug appears only in certain time zones, for example I am in South Korea and all my family is affected. Can you please share where you're located?