GENEActiv
GENEActiv is a comfortable, lightweight and waterproof medical device that delivers continuous recording of high-resolution unfiltered acceleration, environmental light and temperature at any body location.
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GENEActiv is a comfortable, lightweight and waterproof medical device that delivers continuous recording of high-resolution unfiltered acceleration, environmental light and temperature at any body location.
Its robust, neutral design can objectively monitor activity, sleep, and lifestyle, reliably for up to two months without the need for charging.
The GENEActiv system is a low burden for both patients and sites with proven high adherence in many studies. It produces raw, unfiltered tri-axial acceleration data in SI units in an open data format.
Existing Philips Actiwatch/Actiware users can continue using Actiware software to analyse data from GENEActiv
ActivInsights’ GENEActiv device is your key to understanding the intricacies of behaviours, activity, sleep, and lifestyle in real-world settings. Incorporate the GENEActiv into your study toolkit and discover a wealth of knowledge waiting to be uncovered.
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Clinical TrialsA gold-standard solution for remotely measuring specific behaviours and activities of daily living. Raw data in open format deliver access to a wide range of validated measures.
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Public Health ResearchSensor-level data is an essential resource in longitudinal studies, future-proofing output by allowing re-analysis with new algorithms at any stage.
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Health Management and Clinical TrialsData delivered directly to health professionals supports both research and management of chronic conditions (such as obesity and diabetes) and
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Digital Measures DevelopmentUse data from this verified measurement system to develop algorithms for digital measures that can be validated analytically and clinically against
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Behaviour DetectionPrecise body movements, postures and micro-movements are reconstructed from the GENEActiv’s unfiltered raw acceleration data. These measures provide the basic for specific behaviour detection and qualification – such as scratching and tremor.
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Evaluating Sleep and Circadian RhythmsThe GENEActiv captures unprocessed movement data, temperature, and light exposure, offering a comprehensive overview of sleep quality and duration. Use to assess disorders that impact rest activity rhythms, movement, and sleep – allowing a deeper understanding of these interactions.
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Features
| Designed for long-term 24-hour wear | Up to 2 months battery life | |||
| 100% waterproof lightweight design | Can be worn in multiple body locations | |||
| Open-source analytics and open SDKs available | Ambient light and temperature sensor |
150+ digital measure include:
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Supported by ScienceThe GENEActiv has been proven in both small-scale studies and large international cohorts of over 10,000 subjects. |
Medical Device CertifiedIn accordance with transitional provisions outlined in Regulation 2023/607, amending Regulations (EU) 2017/745 |
FDA ComplianceGENEActiv falls under the classification of Class I Non-Sterile Medical Devices, under the Medical Device Directive |
Multiple Body LocationsThe GENEActiv isn’t just for measurement at the wrist and can be fitted to a number of other body locations including waist, arm, hip, ankle, chest, back and thigh. |
Different Straps AvailableEach GENEActiv device comes with a PU resin wrist strap as standard, however we have a variety of other straps available to suit all body shapes and ages from infants to elderly. We also offer straps in different materials to accommodate for allergies and can provide coloured wrist straps for children. |
Essential GENEActiv Accessories

When you buy a GENEActiv device, you will need to purchase a USB cradle.
The charging cradle not only powers the devices but also serves as the tool for programming them and downloading your data.
Each charging cradle can hold up to 4 devices. Our team will be able to advise on how many cradles would be recommended for your study.
Your devices will be supplied with black PU resin wrist straps as standard, however, we cater for studies for children, other wear sites and ruggedised applications.
| Physical Parameters | |
| Size | 43mm x 40mm x 13mm |
| Weight | 16g (without strap) |
| Main Housing Material | PC/ABS (medical device grade) |
| Light Guide Material | PC (medical device grade) |
| Data Contact Material | Gold-plated |
| Strap | PU resin |
| Battery Type | Rechargeable lithium ion polymer |
| Environmental Protection | |
| Moisture Ingress | Water-resistant to 10m (IP68 – 1m 24hrs) |
| Material Ingress | Dust tight (IP68) |
| Operating Temperature | 5 to 40 deg C |
| Mechanical Impact | 0.5m drop resistant |
| Measurement Capabilities | |
| Memory | 1.0 Gb non-volatile |
| Logging Frequencies | Selectable 10-100Hz |
| Maximum Logging Periods | 60 days @20hz, 14 days @100hz |
| Internal Clock | |
| Type | Quartz Real Time Clock |
| Frequency | 32.768kHz |
| Accuracy | +/- 20ppm ( +/- 1.7s per day) |
| Acceleration Measurements | |
| Sensor Type | MEMS |
| Range | +/- 8g |
| Resolution | 12 bit (3.9mg) |
| Light Measurements | |
| Sensor Type | Digital Ambient Light Sensor |
| Wavelength | Peak wavelength 560 nm |
| Range | 0 – 20,000 Lux typical |
| Resolution | 3 – 48 Lux dynamic |
| Accuracy | +/- 10% @ 1000 Lux calibration |
| Event Logger | |
| Sensor Type | Mechanical membrane switch |
| Temperature Measurements | |
| Sensor Type | Digital Temperature Sensor |
| Range | 0 to 60 deg C |
| Resolution | 0.25 deg C |
| Accuracy | +/- 1 deg C |
| Measurement Frequency | Every 30s minimum |
| USB Connection | |
| Device USB | USB 2.0 Full Speed |
| Charging Cradle | Format 4 unit cradle USB 2.0 High Speed |
| Charge Time | 90% @ 2 hours, 100% @ 3 hours |
| Data Download Time | Approx. up to 20 mins for 4 concurrent units |
| Radio and Wireless Signals | |
| Neither the GENEActiv nor the Charger Cradle receive or transmit any radiofrequencies or wireless signalsProduct | |







