After more than a week of teasing it on social media, Whoop has finally announced the release of its 5.0 device, along with a version called the “MG” (medical grade) that can do ECG readings and estimate blood pressure. Members can upgrade for a $49 fee or by extending their membership in one of the three new membership tiers: One ($199/year), Peak ($239/year, similar to current offerings) or Life ($359/year).
The 5.0 device looks a lot like the 4.0, but Whoop calculates that it is 7% smaller. This change means that straps and other accessories from the 4.0 won’t fit the new device. (Longstanding members with more than 1,500 recoveries will receive a “Milestone collection” box with extra bands.)
Otherwise, the 5.0 hardware is similar to the previous edition, but with internal upgrades—a 60% faster processor, the company says, and “enhanced sensors.”
The difference between the 5.0 and MG
The MG device comes with a Whoop Life membership, the most expensive tier at $359/year.
One is the budget membership. You get a wired charger instead of the wireless power pack, and a “CoreKnit” band, which seems to be a new material that isn’t as nice as the SuperKnit bands offered with the higher tiers.
Whoop Peak ($239/year)
Peak is the most similar to the single subscription level that was offered with the 4.0, both in price and features. If your subscription renews without you choosing a tier, you’ll end up on Peak.
Whoop Life ($359/year)
Life is the top tier membership, and comes with the MG rather than 5.0 hardware. It includes everything in Peak, including the Healthspan feature.
How upgrades to the Whoop 5.0 or MG will work
If you’re currently a Whoop member, and were looking forward to upgrading your hardware for free (as the Whoop FAQ states), here’s the fine print.
If you don’t want to extend your membership, you can opt to pay a $49 upgrade fee to get the 5.0 device to use on your current membership term.
What if I don’t upgrade?
Whoop memberships will still work with the 4.0 device, and you’ll still get access to everything the Peak membership offers, including the new Healthspan feature when it comes out. If your membership renews without you choosing a tier, you’ll be rolled into the Peak membership.
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