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Whoop 5.0 and MG Launch Overview

Jun 15, 2025

Overview

The new Whoop 5.0 and Whoop MG have been launched, introducing updated hardware, new membership tiers, enhanced software features, and changes in accessories and pricing. Key updates include improved battery life, blood pressure insights, ECG capabilities, and expanded options for users.

Hardware Updates

  • Whoop 5.0 is 7% smaller than the previous version and has a 14+ day battery life.
  • Whoop MG introduces an indent for ECG and additional measurements.
  • Previous straps and accessories are incompatible with 5.0 and MG due to size changes.
  • Wireless charging is now only available with certain memberships; basic tier uses a wired charger.

Membership Tiers & Pricing

  • Three new membership tiers: One ($1.99/month—limited features), Peak ($239/year—full features), and Life ($359/year—advanced features).
  • Family pricing available for 2–6 members.
  • Upgrading to Whoop MG on Life with 1,825+ recoveries provides an exclusive milestone gift.
  • Upgrade fee is $79 for current users unless signing up for a 12-month extension.
  • Pricing comparisons: Aura Ring ($5.99/month) and Garmin Connect ($70/year).
  • Gift boxes and referral incentives are offered for both new and existing users.

Membership Features by Tier

  • "One" tier loses health span, stress monitor, and health monitor features.
  • "Peak" provides all software features, similar to 4.0 with one-year contract.
  • "Life" adds Heart Screener with ECG, on-demand aFib detection, and blood pressure insights (non-medical device; for users 22+).

Software & Feature Updates

  • New features: Health span (Whoop age/pace of aging), Heart Screener (ECG), blood pressure insights, and expanded women's hormonal insights.
  • Sleep algorithm updated to include consistency, efficiency, and sleep stress.
  • V2 Max and heart rate zones added with targeted coaching.
  • Milestone collection box available for users with extended recoveries.

Accessories & Compatibility

  • Existing bands and accessories do not fit the new models due to size reduction.
  • New Whoop Body line offers compatible bras, armbands, swimsuits, and more.
  • SuperKnit, SportsFlex, CoreKnit, and bicep bands are reintroduced for new models.
  • New high-end options like the Leather Lux Band are available.

Advanced Labs & Blood Testing

  • Whoop Advanced Labs will allow for blood testing and clinician-reviewed insights, launching with a waitlist in fall.
  • Questions raised about importing historical blood test data from other sources.

Regional Availability of Health Features

  • ECG is available in the US, EU, UK, New Zealand, UAE, and Qatar.
  • Irregular heart rhythm notifications are not available in the US at launch.

Decisions

  • Purchase of Whoop MG and Life tier.
  • Ordering new accessories compatible with 5.0/MG models.

Action Items

  • Fall – Shervin: Test the accuracy of blood pressure insights against standard devices.
  • TBD – Whoop Team: Confirm if new software features will come to 4.0 users.
  • TBD – Shervin: Review and unbox new Whoop hardware and accessories.
  • TBD – Shervin: Share results of Whoop Advanced Labs once accessible.

Questions / Follow-Ups

  • Will new software features be available for Whoop 4.0 users?
  • Can users import historical blood test data into Whoop Advanced Labs?

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