User level: Level 1 (4 points)How can Apple watch be better at calculating calories burned. when they have a chip for health in their phones and watches. Yet 3 calories a minute on an elliptical for a 200-pound man with a heart rate of 150. How can apple programmers and engineers be reached to fix this. I just exercised for 20 minutes on an elliptical and burnt 44 calories
Posted on Oct 29, 2026 2:46 AM
User level: Level 10 (93,009 points)Oct 29, 2026 3:41 AM in response to Aitawi
There have been many users reporting similar issues when they started to use the new Apple Watch 12 or Ultra 4, especially for Indoor activities.
Apple introduced a new algorithm to estimate steps and distance during a workout in watchOS 27.
The watch might deliver better results again over time after a calibration and multiple workouts.
Calibrate your Apple Watch for improved Workout and Activity accuracy - Apple Support
You should also let Apple Techs know directly about this issue by using the Feedback link, as this is the only way to reach them.
Feedback - Apple Watch - Apple
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256385145