Ok - totally new to Whoop, so please forgive my n00bness here.
Just got the 5.0 MG today. Once I finally figured out how to put the darn thing on (seriously - need pics for that), I slid the battery over it and set it up. I’ve had the battery pack on it all afternoon/evening, so I assume o can now take this bulky thing off and the device will continue to monitor me, correct? How long should it be until I need to put the battery pack back on to charge it again?
You should get a phone notification when your Whoop is fully charged and another one when it’s running low. You can also check the status in app.
Thanks for helping @Fotocraphy. And for including visuals, too. Awesome! Members helping other members in this community forum was the original intention of this tool, and its awesome to see you helping other people. Thank you!
While I appreciate the response, unfortunately it did not answer my questions.
As I’ve worn my band without the battery pack for a day now, I can see it does in fact have its own long term battery, so that question is answered. The follow up though - how long should I expect this to last before I need to put the battery pack on again to charge the unit? A new question - how long will the battery pack retain its charge (unused) before it requires charging as well? (Trying to get an idea of how quickly these things lose charge and need attention.) Is there any kind of recommended charging cycle (once a week, every 10 days, etc)?
TIA….
James - The 5.0 has an estimated battery life of 14 days. It takes about 2 hours to charge the battery pack with solid green lighting indicating charging is complete. It should also take about 2 hours for the battery pack to fully charge the sensor. A fully charged battery pack can store power and fully charge a WHOOP 5.0 or MG sensor for up to 30 days. I usually charge my device every 10 days or so.
@JamesNerlinger What do you think of that battery life?
Personally I would just do a test cycle where you charge the Whoop, let it drop to 20% or however low you want it and go with the time that took.
If you want to make it a habit I’d actually charge it the same day every week. Would probably be the most comfortable option.
