was retired, Fitbit (now part of Google) has released several generations of trackers that perfected the Force’s design without the skin issues. Fitbit Charge 5

The nickel-based irritation that caused the recall is still a factor in these older units.

If you’re looking for that specific "Force" experience today, here is the updated landscape for 2026. Why You Can’t Find the Fitbit Force Fitbit Force

Modern Fitbit (and Google) apps have moved on to newer sync protocols that may not play well with 10-year-old hardware. The Best Modern Alternatives

A lithium-ion battery from 2013 is unlikely to hold a charge today.