Third-Party Device Integration
Supplementary data sources to complement the BetterStep Health Device.
Supplementary Data - Third-party devices provide additional data for users who already own these devices. The BetterStep Health Device remains the primary source for clinical-grade biomarker monitoring.
Supported Platforms
| Provider | Data Types | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Health | Activity, sleep, heart rate | Supplementary |
| Samsung Health | Activity, sleep, heart rate | Supplementary |
| Fitbit | Activity, sleep, HRV | Supplementary |
| Garmin | Activity, sleep, stress | Supplementary |
| Oura | Sleep, readiness, HRV | Supplementary |
| Whoop | Recovery, strain, sleep | Supplementary |
Use Cases
- Additional data for users with existing wearables
- Automatic background sync when BetterStep Device unavailable
- Cross-validation of activity and sleep data
- Extended data coverage during device charging
Supplementary Metrics
Available from third-party devices:
| Biomarker | Clinical Value |
|---|---|
| Heart Rate Variability (HRV) | Stress and recovery indicator |
| Resting Heart Rate | Physiological stress marker |
| Sleep Stages | Deep sleep and REM analysis |
| Sleep Efficiency | Objective sleep quality |
| Activity Levels | Steps, active minutes, calories |
Data Hierarchy
| Source | Priority | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| BetterStep Health Device | Primary | Real-time monitoring, intervention triggers |
| Third-Party Devices | Supplementary | Additional context, gap filling, user convenience |
| Self-Reported Data | Foundational | Psychometric assessments, daily check-ins |
Integration Benefits
- Leverages devices users already own
- No additional hardware purchase required for basic tracking
- Seamless data aggregation in BetterStep dashboard
- Automatic sync without manual data entry