Fitbit is now preloaded as the default fitness app in some Android devices, replacing Google Fit

Typically, new Android phones come pre-loaded with a suite of Google apps, including staples like Search, Chrome, Gmail, Maps, and YouTube. Phone manufacturers often add their own versions of these apps as well, which can sometimes feel redundant. However, the Find X8 series breaks this trend by featuring Fitbit in the default Google app folder instead of Google Fit.

This change could be seen as the culmination of Google’s efforts to integrate Fitbit into its ecosystem. Google acquired Fitbit in 2019 and has since been incorporating it into various products, most notably the Pixel Watch. Earlier this year, Google deprecated the Google Fit API, signaling Fitbit’s emergence as the primary fitness tracking app for Android and Wear OS. Developers were given until June 30, 2025, to migrate to Health Connect, further solidifying Fitbit’s position.

Google Fit is available via the Play Store. | Image credit — PhoneArena

This news is quite intriguing, especially for those of us who have been using Google Fit for years. While Fitbit is a reputable fitness tracking app, it will be interesting to see how this change impacts the user experience on Android phones. It also raises questions about the future of Google Fit and whether it will eventually be phased out entirely. Only time will tell how this transition unfolds and what it means for Android users who rely on fitness tracking apps.

I migrated from Google Fit to Fitbit a few years ago, so personally, this news makes sense to me. However, I’m curious to see how this will affect those that have been Google Fit users for years. Though the app is still around, this is definitely a sign that maybe it’s time to start migrating over or at least becoming more familiar with the Fitbit app.