Galaxy Watch 5 Health Connect sync guide 2026
Galaxy Watch 5 added a larger battery and improved body composition sensors over its predecessor while maintaining full Health Connect compatibility. The skin temperature sensor introduced on Watch 5 writes baseline deviation data to Health Connect, which FitMesh can surface alongside sleep HRV and SpO2 for a complete overnight recovery picture.
Data written to Health Connect
- ✓Steps
- ✓Heart rate (continuous)
- ✓Sleep stages
- ✓SpO2
- ✓Skin temperature
- ✓Workouts
- ✓Body composition
Frequently asked questions
Does Galaxy Watch 5 support skin temperature in Health Connect?+
Yes. Galaxy Watch 5 writes skin temperature deviation data to Health Connect. FitMesh reads it and shows overnight temperature trends alongside HRV and SpO2.
What is the difference between Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro for Health Connect?+
Both write the same data types to Health Connect. The Watch 5 Pro has a larger battery and D-Buckle band but the Health Connect integration is identical to the standard Watch 5.
Can I see Galaxy Watch 5 workout GPS routes in FitMesh?+
FitMesh currently reads workout metadata (duration, type, calories, heart rate) from Health Connect. Detailed GPS route data requires the Garmin Health API or Samsung Health direct integration, which is on the FitMesh roadmap.
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