Fitbit Versa 4 and other Fitbits are magnetic

[operakala]

Recently purchased a Versa 4 for a present. When I went to charge it , it has a magnetic charger which made me question where the magnet was , the Fitbit or the charger. The issue is the Fitbit is for someone with a pacemaker. As pacemakers can be damaged due to magnets this is a huge deal.

Called Fitbit and learned that there is a magnet in the Fitbit too. I learned that all of the newer ones contain magnets. The only one that doesn’t is the Versa 2, which is an older model.

I am posting here as it is important that people are aware. When doing research apparently more and more devices contain magnets and these magnets may affect medical devices, such as pacemakers. While the magnets may or may not affect a particular device, it is important to be aware as devices such as Fitbits are designed be worn 24/7, even while sleeping. I know this is something we didn’t think about.

[ManuFitbit]

Hi @operakala. It's good to see you as a new member of the community forums.

Thanks for commenting and letting us know about your concern about our devices.

I would recommend that you vote for this idea in the Feature Suggestion board of the Community, since this section is regularly monitored by the team of developers. Make sure to post your idea including as many details as possible. 

[Rich_Laue]

Yes there is a magnet in both the charger and the Sense 2. The magnets are orientated so that the pins will always align correctly. 

As for the pacemaker, you may want to talk to your doctor, or the manufacturer. 

Pleas remember as the magnet moves away, the force is inversely proportional