New study puts Apple Watch Series 6 oxygen sensor on the same level as hospital equipment

Study conducted by University of São Paulo compared Apple Watch Series 6 with commercial oximeter devices. Results show that oxygen saturation and heart rate reported by Apple Watch are on par with typical industry devices.

Our results indicate that Apple Watch 6 is a reliable way to obtain heart rate and SpO₂ in patients with lung diseases under controlled conditions. The advance of smartwatch technology continues to improve and studies to assess accuracy and reliability in various types of disease should be carried out.

“Conclusion” section of the study

Study: Comparison of SpO₂ and heart rate values on Apple Watch and conventional commercial oximeters devices in patients with lung disease

Reference: Study: Apple Watch Series 6 oximeter is ‘reliable’ for patients with lung disease