What Is the Fitbit Aria?
The Fitbit Aria models are Wi-Fi-enabled smart scales that can detect a user’s weight, body mass index (BMI), and lean mass or body fat percentage. Each scale displays the information on its screen before sending the data to the Fitbit servers, where it syncs with the connected Fitbit user’s account. You can view this data on any of the free Fitbit apps in basic charts and visualizations. Up to eight individuals can use the same Fitbit Aria scale. The smart device automatically detects who is using it by comparing their data to the current person standing on the scale.
What You Need to Setup a Fitbit Aria Scale
Before you can set up your Fitbit Aria scale, you will need the following.
Your home Wi-Fi network name and password. Option 1: A tablet, smartphone, or computer with the free Fitbit app installed. The Fitbit app is available for iOS and Android tablets and smartphones in addition to Windows 10 PCs and Windows 10 Mobile Windows phones. Option 2: A Windows PC or a Mac computer.
How to Setup a Fitbit Aria Using the Fitbit App
Using the official Fitbit app is the fastest and easiest way to set up a Fitbit Aria 2 smart scale. An iOS, Android, or Windows 10 device is highly recommended. The methods for setting up a first-generation Fitbit Aria and the Fitbit Aria 2 are almost identical. The only difference will be the additional options given to Fitbit Aria 2 owners for selecting user icons. During your test weigh, or your first weigh session after setting up the Fitbit Aria 2, the screen may display your chosen icon, a cross, and a tick option to confirm that the correct person was on the scale before syncing the data to their Fitbit account. If this happens, step off the scale and then use one foot to tap on the relevant side. If the cross appears on the left and the tick on the right, select the right to confirm the correct icon appeared. Select the left to let Aria 2 know that it detected the wrong account.
How to Set Up a Fitbit Aria Using a Mac or PC
If you don’t have a smartphone or tablet, an optional setup method is available that uses a program that you can download from the official Fitbit website. If you own a Windows 10 PC, it’s highly recommended that you download the Fitbit app and follow the steps mentioned above as that method is much more reliable.
How Are Fitbit Aria and Fitbit Aria 2 Different?
Both Fitbit Aria smart scales can detect weight, BMI, and lean mass and sync to online Fitbit accounts. The Fitbit Aria 2 does feature several improvements over the original, however. Here’s how the Fitbit Aria 2 is different.
The Fitbit Aria 2 has improved accuracy with its readings. The physical design is slightly different, with a larger screen. Better Wi-Fi network compatibility that allows it to detect and connect to more types of Wi-Fi signals. The Fitbit Aria 2 has Bluetooth functionality, which allows it to sync to a Fitbit app that’s installed on a Bluetooth enabled device such as a smartphone or tablet. The weight limit on the Aria 2 has been increased to 400 lbs. The original Aria was limited to users that weighed under 350 lbs. The screen on the Fitbit Aria 2 displays animated greetings and icons for each user.
