GoKawiilFitbit's new Edge tracker ships without an NFC chip for tap-to-pay
Google's new Fitbit Edge fitness tracker does not include an NFC chip, meaning it cannot support Google Wallet tap-to-pay. Several older Fitbit models, including the Charge 4, 5 and 6 and various Sense and Versa smartwatches, do include NFC and can use Google Wallet, which replaced Fitbit Pay in 2024. Apple Wallet is not supported on any Fitbit device regardless of NFC.
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The omission suggests Google sees the Edge as a pared-down fitness-focused device rather than a smartwatch competitor, betting that buyers prioritizing health tracking rely on their phones for payments anyway. It could still frustrate gym-goers who prefer leaving their phone behind, though usage data cited suggests NFC tap-to-pay was a lightly used feature even on models that had it.
- The new Fitbit Edge lacks an NFC chip, so it can't support Google Wallet tap-to-pay.
- Older Fitbit devices like the Charge 4-6 and several Sense/Versa smartwatches retain NFC support.
- Apple Wallet remains unsupported across all Fitbit devices, NFC or not.
Fitbit Charge 6 — If contactless payments matter to you, the Fitbit Charge 6 includes NFC support for Google Wallet, unlike the newer Edge. It pairs fitness tracking with tap-to-pay convenience, making it a solid pick for anyone who wants health tracking without leaving their wallet features behind.
See Fitbit Charge 6 on Amazon → Affiliate link — we may earn a commission on purchases, at no extra cost to you. Product picked by AI based on this article; it is not a tested recommendation.Source: engadget.com — Christine Persaud, 2026-11-02
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