WHOOP 5.0 / MG Screenless Wearable
No screen, no distraction: the WHOOP 5.0/MG tracks strain, recovery and sleep for 14+ days and coaches you through the app.
Our Verdict
A screenless health wearable with 14+ day battery, HRV-based recovery scoring, strain coaching, sleep tracking and AI insights. Requires a 12-month membership. 2,300+ ratings.
What We Like
- 14+ day battery — charge rarely
- Recovery score guides training load
- Sleep and strain coaching in the app
- Waterproof, wear it 24/7
- Health insights: HRV, SpO2, skin temp
Worth Knowing
- Subscription required — $239+/yr
- No screen or notifications
- No free tier for basic data
- MG is the screenless version
Who Is This For?
Athletes and data-driven people who want recovery guidance without a glowing watch on their wrist.
The Full Picture
WHOOP’s model is simple: wear it, and the app tells you how hard to go today based on HRV recovery. The 5.0/MG fixes the old 4.0’s battery complaints with 14+ days per charge. The catch is the membership — factor it into the price before buying.
Bottom Line
The recovery wearable for people who train seriously — WHOOP 5.0/MG, 14-day battery.