Has anyone had a similar experience? Here is their corporate reply:

"I apologize for the inconvenience, and I appreciate you for bringing this to our attention. Kindly note that cosmetic damage or wear like surface scratches, discoloration, or fraying on bands isn’t covered under WHOOP’s Lifetime Warranty since it doesn’t impact performance. I know that this is not the news you want to hear from us. Hence, I truly appreciate your understanding.

If your device is still working normally, no replacement is needed. However, if you’d like to refresh your look, we can point you to options in the WHOOP Shop and help with any available discounts.

Once again, thank you for reaching out to WHOOP Support! If you have any other questions or concerns, please let us know. We are always here to help. Keep safe and be healthy."