When will the Sense ECG app be available in Norway?

[DJViking]

Anyone know if Fitbit Sense will get EKG in Norway?

Has Fitbit applied for it in Norway? Is it planned?

I see no reason to purchase Sense if it never gets EKG in Norway, then the Charge is good enough, but if it will get EKG I want the Sense.

Moderator edit: subject for clarity

[USAF-Larry · Accepted solution]

As noted in other threads regarding the ECG for other countries, there is no way for anyone to know when a country will approve the use of it. Governments move at a very slow pace when approving new technology.

[DJViking]

Yes, but has Fitbit moved forward in getting it approved in Norway?

[WilsonFitbit]

Hello @DJViking It's great to see you around! @USAF-Larry Thanks for the input! 

The Fitbit ECG app on Fitbit Sense is available in certain countries. For the list of countries where the ECG app is available and for answers to frequently asked questions, see fitbit.com/ecg 

For additional information, I would recommend taking a look at our blog: blog.fitbit.com/ecg-fitbit-sense/

For now, we currently don't have information if it's been approved in your country, but take into consideration that the ECG app will be available to additional countries in the future, pending regulatory approval.

Keep me posted. 

[Harboe]

I feel you didn't really answer the question. Are you actively in contact with different countries about gettinf this feature allowed there? I'm in Denmark and are curious what out government are saying. Thanks. 

[WilsonFitbit]

@Harboe Please let me explain that we currently don't have that information and a time frame when the ECG App will be available in your country. I understand how much you'd like to use this feature and I'm sorry for this inconvenience. My best recommendation is to keep an eye to the Help Forums or the Press Release for future updates about this or any other feature availability. Please know that our team is always working to enhance your experience and your feedback is a big part of that process.

Have a great day! 

[Notimpressedsof]

I believe the ecg is only capable of telling you if you have afib. If this is what you are looking for then it may be helpful. But I don't findit nymore useful than the free applications I have downloaded to my phone. I am not impressed. 

[USAF-Larry]

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@Notimpressedsof wrote:

I believe the ecg is only capable of telling you if you have afib.

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I believe you are correct.  The stated purpose on the Heart Rhythm Assessment Report is:  "A convenient way to detect AFib. (This is not a diagnosis.)
Our proprietary algorithm has been tested in a clinical study. (98.7% sensitivity, 100% specificity)".

[WilsonFitbit]

Hello everyone. @Notimpressedsof Welcome to the Community Forums! Thanks for your feedback! 

The electrical sensors on your Fitbit wrist-worn device detect your heart rhythm. When you use the Fitbit ECG app, your heart rhythm data is analyzed for signs of AFib. Only a doctor can diagnose AFib, but the results of the assessment can let you know if your heart rhythm has signs of the condition.

With AFib, your heart may not always beat irregularly, making it hard to detect even in the doctor’s office. While this assessment can’t diagnose AFib, you can use it right from your wrist. Your results can help you have a better conversation with your doctor.

For more information, I recommend visiting this link: What is the Fitbit ECG app?

See you around! 

[Anirask]

I’m in the same boat where I would love the feature to be in Canada.   I think Health Canada may have other priorities with this whole pandemic at the moment though.  😆

[WilsonFitbit]

Hi @Anirask It's great to see you around! 

I recommend keeping an eye on our Help Forums or the Press Release for future updates. As mentioned above, our team is always working to enhance your experience and your feedback is a big part of that process.

Have a great day! 

[DJViking]

Samsung has now gotten approval for ECG in UK and Europe. Norway is among the countries getting it.

https://www.engadget.com/samsungs-galaxy-watch-3-ecg-tracking-comes-to-europe-and-the-uk-114516576.h...

So why is it taking so long for Fitbit to do the same?

To Fitbit: Be proactive. Stop waiting for authorities to do something, get it approved. Contact whomever you need to get it approved.

[WilsonFitbit]

@DJViking thank you very much for the information! 

Your patience is really appreciated! Our team is working to have the ECG app available for more countries. Pending regulatory approval. Please keep an eye on new updates. 

See you around. 

[Hakonw]

Patience is wearing thin. How difficult can it be to obtain the same permit other smart watch producers have obtained? I have a nagging feeling that the application has not been filed in Norway. Can you please confirm that the application for the ECG has been filed in Norway? If this is not the case I think that the Fitbit Sense marketing is misleading. 

[WilsonFitbit]

Hello @Hakonw. Welcome to the community forums. 

I apologize for any inconvenience caused and thank you very much for taking the time to provide your feedback. Please note that any feedback posted in the forums is always welcome as it helps to improve our products, services and overall environment.

At this time, I'd like to let you know that the ECG app will be available to additional countries in the future, but we don't have specific information available to answer your question. As mentioned on a post above, my best recommendation is to keep an eye on the Help Forums or the Press Release for future updates about this or any other feature availability.

See you around. 

[jucc]

It is working!! I don't know for how long it had been there, but I opened the app and, when I clicked my own profile, there was a "Health Assessments" option which I'd never seen. I clicked it and it instructed to open the ECG app in the watch and, to my surprise, it was there!! 

[WilsonFitbit]

Hello @jucc. Welcome to the community forums. 

Thank you for the information and I'm glad to hear that the ECG app is now working for you. At this time, I'd like to let you know that I've reviewed this link and I noticed that Norway has been added to the list.

See you around.