Fitbit Versa Review | 126 Data compared

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  • Avg. price: ~£180
  • Screen size: 1.34 inch
  • Battery life: 4 day/s
  • Display type: LCD

Fitbit Versa review. Compare 126 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartwatches and if it is worth buying.

6.2

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best Smartwatches on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

5.9

Technical Score

10.0%

9.0

User score

Good
5.9

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

24.0%

6.8

Health

21.0%

8.4

Fitness

16.0%

3.9

Battery

14.0%

6.0

Smart features

12.0%

3.1

Connectivity

9.0%

6.2

Display & Design

4.0%

3.8

Hardware

Good
9.0

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

8.6

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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4.3
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(Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

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    Technical Specifications of smartwatch Fitbit Versa

    Technical Score

    What it is: An assessment of the smartwatch's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.

    When it matters: When you want to compare Smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.

    Score components:

    24.0%

    6.8

    Health

    21.0%

    8.4

    Fitness

    16.0%

    3.9

    Battery

    14.0%

    6.0

    Smart features

    12.0%

    3.1

    Connectivity

    9.0%

    6.2

    Display & Design

    4.0%

    3.8

    Hardware

    5.9
    Fitbit Versa has a technical score of 5.93 points, which is lower than 57.6% of smartwatches.
    User score

    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartwatch

    When it matters: When you want to know how a smartwatch handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

    Score components:

    70.0%

    8.6

    User reviews

    30.0%

    10

    Popularity

    User score:
    amazon
    4.3
    (17971)

    (Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

    9.0
    Fitbit Versa has a user score of 9.02 points, which is higher than 90.5% of smartwatches.
    Popularity
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
    When it matters: When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
    10
    Fitbit Versa has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 74.7% of smartphones.
    Ratio quality/price

    What it is: An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.

    When it matters: When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.

    Score components:

    60.0%

    6.2

    Overall score

    40.0%

    9.6

    Price

    7.2
    Fitbit Versa has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.2 points, which is lower than 50.6% of smartphones.
    Brand name
    What it is: The company that designs, sells, and supports the watch.
    When it matters: When brand ecosystem, style, or support matters to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Fitbit
    Heart rate monitor
    What it is: A built-in sensor that measures your pulse directly from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Fitbit Versa includes a heart rate monitor. 90.4% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    What it is: A wrist-based feature that estimates blood oxygen saturation over time.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    Fitbit Versa supports blood oxygen monitoring. 64.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
    Readings are for wellness use, not medical diagnosis.
    ECG
    What it is: The ability to record a single-lead electrocardiogram from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Fitbit Versa does not support ECG. 15.1% of smartwatches support ECG.
    May require a compatible phone, software version, or app setup.
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    What it is: Notifications that flag heart-rate patterns which appear unusually irregular.
    When it matters: When you want health data from your wrist during the day or night.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Fitbit Versa does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 43.7% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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    Accelerometer
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures acceleration, steps, gestures, and general movement.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Fitbit Versa includes an accelerometer. 99.1% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
    Barometer
    What it is: A pressure sensor used for altitude changes, elevation estimates, and weather-related context.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Fitbit Versa does not include a barometer. 45.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
    Gyroscope
    What it is: A motion sensor that measures rotation and helps interpret wrist movement more accurately.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Fitbit Versa does not include a gyroscope. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    Cadence sensor
    What it is: A sensor input used to measure step or pedal rhythm during training.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Fitbit Versa does not include a cadence sensor. 20.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
    Distance tracking
    What it is: The ability to measure how far you move during walks, runs, rides, or other activities.
    When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Fitbit Versa supports distance tracking. 95.7% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
    Distance tracking may depend on phone GPS/app on some models.
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    Battery life
    What it is: The typical endurance the watch can deliver on a full charge under the stated usage pattern.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=7 days

    4 day/s
    Fitbit Versa offers a battery life of 4 day/s which is shorter than that of 70.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.9% of smartwatches.
    Battery life in training mode
    What it is: The expected endurance while workout tracking and related training functions are active.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=36.8 h

    12 h
    Fitbit Versa lasts 12 h in training mode which is shorter than 62.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.1% of smartwatches.
    Battery life with GPS on
    What it is: The expected runtime when satellite tracking stays active throughout use.
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=35 h

    N/A
    Battery power
    What it is: The battery capacity, usually measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
    When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=397 mAh

    170 mAh
    Fitbit Versa has a battery capacity of 170 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 93.1% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.2% of smartwatches.
    Charge time
    What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery from empty to full or to a stated percentage.
    When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <=102 min

    2 min
    Fitbit Versa charges in 2 min which is faster than 98.2% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 1.2% of smartwatches.
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    Operating system
    What it is: The software platform that runs the watch interface, apps, and core functions.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: HIGH

    Fitbit OS
    Fitbit Versa runs Fitbit OS which is more advanced than the operating system in 57.6% of smartwatches and the same as that in 1% of smartwatches.
    Software update frequency
    What it is: Shows how actively the watch is still updated: regular means ongoing updates throughout active support, occasional means updates every few months or only from time to time, and ended means active software support has mostly stopped.
    When it matters: When you care how actively the watch is still supported with fixes, patches, and new features.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ended
    Fitbit Versa has ended software update support which is equal to that of 57.5% of smartwatches.
    Software support appears ended or discontinued.
    Third-party app support
    What it is: Support for installing or using apps from developers beyond the watch maker.
    When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Fitbit Versa supports third-party apps. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    Support is limited to official app stores/approved app selection.
    Notifications
    What it is: Mirroring of calls, messages, apps, or other alerts on the watch.
    When it matters: When you want to check alerts without taking out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Fitbit Versa supports notifications. 99.9% of smartwatches support notifications.
    Voice assistant support
    What it is: Support for a voice assistant that can answer queries or trigger actions from the wrist.
    When it matters: When you want to control the watch or reply without typing.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    Fitbit Versa supports voice assistants. 68% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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    Cellular module
    What it is: Built-in mobile connectivity that can keep the watch online away from the phone.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Fitbit Versa does not include a cellular module. 17.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
    SIM cards
    What it is: The number or type of SIM options the watch accepts for cellular service.
    When it matters: When you want calls, messages, or data without your phone nearby.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: eSIM support

    0
    GPS
    What it is: Built-in satellite positioning that lets the watch record location during outdoor activity.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    Fitbit Versa does not support GPS. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    GPS works only via connected smartphone (no built-in GPS chip).
    Galileo support
    What it is: Support for Galileo satellites alongside other positioning systems.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Fitbit Versa does not support Galileo navigation. 38.7% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
    No built-in GPS; uses connected phone GPS.
    Compass
    What it is: A directional sensor that helps the watch determine heading and orientation.
    When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    Fitbit Versa does not include a compass. 49.3% of smartwatches include a compass.
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    Screen size
    What it is: The diagonal measurement of the visible display area, usually expressed in inches.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1.5 inch

    1.34 inch
    Fitbit Versa has a screen size of 1.34 inch which is smaller than the screens of 61.9% of smartwatches and equal to those of 1.3% of smartwatches.
    Display type
    What it is: The screen technology used by the watch, such as AMOLED, OLED, or memory-in-pixel LCD.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: HIGH

    LCD
    Fitbit Versa uses a LCD display type which is less advanced than that of 90.3% of smartwatches and the same as that of 7.8% of smartwatches.
    Resolution
    What it is: The total number of pixels available on the watch display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=416 x 416

    300 x 300
    Fitbit Versa has a display resolution of 300 x 300 which is lower than that of 61.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.4% of smartwatches.
    Pixel density
    What it is: The number of pixels packed into each inch of the display.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=326 ppi

    317 ppi
    Fitbit Versa has a pixel density of 317 ppi which is lower than that of 58.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.3% of smartwatches.
    Display brightness
    What it is: The peak brightness the display can reach, usually expressed in nits.
    When it matters: When you want the screen to stay readable outdoors and in strong sunlight.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=1000 nits

    1,000 nits
    Fitbit Versa reaches 1000 nits nits of display brightness, which is higher than that of 59.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 26.5% of smartwatches.
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    CPU speed
    What it is: The clock speed of the watch processor, usually expressed in GHz or MHz.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: Modern standard

    96 GHz
    Fitbit Versa uses a CPU configuration of 0.096 GHz which is slower than that in 90% of smartwatches and equal to that in 2% of smartwatches.
    Processor model
    What it is: The processor model is the chipset or SoC that powers the watch's performance, connectivity, and efficiency.
    When it matters: When you care about app responsiveness, platform generation, and long-term feature support.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: modern smartwatch chipset

    Toshiba TZ1,201XBG
    Fitbit Versa uses the Toshiba TZ1201XBG processor model.
    RAM
    What it is: The amount of working memory available for apps, watch faces, and background tasks.
    When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=1 GB

    4 GB
    Fitbit Versa has 4 GB of RAM which is larger than the RAM in 86.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 4.1% of smartwatches.
    Internal storage
    What it is: Built-in storage for apps, music, watch faces, and other local data.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=8 GB

    4 GB
    Fitbit Versa uses 4 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 40.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 26.9% of smartwatches.
    External memory slot
    What it is: A slot for expandable storage such as a memory card, if the watch provides one.
    When it matters: When you want more room for apps, music, or offline data.

    Importance: LOW

    no
    Fitbit Versa does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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    Fitbit Versa vs the average smartwatch

    • 118 min shorter charge time
      Fitbit Versa charges faster than the average smartwatch (2 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
      What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery from empty to full or to a stated percentage.
      When it matters: When you want to top up the battery quickly.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: <=102 min

      Fitbit Versa charges faster than the average smartwatch (2 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.2 min vs 120 min
    • 3 GB more RAM
      Fitbit Versa has more RAM than the average smartwatch (4 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch includes 1 GB of RAM.
      What it is: The amount of working memory available for apps, watch faces, and background tasks.
      When it matters: When you want apps and menus to feel smooth.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: >=1 GB

      Fitbit Versa has more RAM than the average smartwatch (4 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch includes 1 GB of RAM.4 GB vs 1 GB
    • Supports VO2 max
      Fitbit Versa measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
      What it is: Estimated VO2 max, a fitness metric linked to aerobic capacity and endurance.
      When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Fitbit Versa measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
    • Has multi-sport mode
      Fitbit Versa includes a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does not. 49.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
      What it is: A training mode designed to handle multiple sports within a single session.
      When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Fitbit Versa includes a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does not. 49.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
    • Supports third-party apps
      Fitbit Versa supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
      Support is limited to official app stores/approved app selection.
      What it is: Support for installing or using apps from developers beyond the watch maker.
      When it matters: When you care about apps, features, and long-term support.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Fitbit Versa supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    • Stronger display glass
      Fitbit Versa uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
      What it is: The glass material or protective cover used over the display.
      When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: Sapphire or Gorilla Glass

      Fitbit Versa uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs mineral glass
    • Supports calorie tracking
      Fitbit Versa supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 43.8% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
      What it is: Estimated calorie burn based on movement, heart data, and user profile inputs.
      When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Fitbit Versa supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 43.8% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
    • Supports Wi-Fi
      Fitbit Versa supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
      What it is: Built-in Wi-Fi that lets the watch connect to wireless networks directly.
      When it matters: When you want the watch to work smoothly with your phone and accessories.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Fitbit Versa supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
    • Supports VO2 max
      Fitbit Versa measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 49.3% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
    • Supports calorie tracking
      Fitbit Versa supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 43.8% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
    • Has weight tracking
      Fitbit Versa supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.2% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
    • Has multi-sport mode
      Fitbit Versa includes a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does not. 49.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
    • 118 min shorter charge time
      Fitbit Versa charges faster than the average smartwatch (2 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    • Supports Wi-Fi
      Fitbit Versa supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
    • Stronger display glass
      Fitbit Versa uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    • 400 nits higher display brightness
      Fitbit Versa has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (1,000 nits nits vs 600 nits nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits nits.
    • Supports third-party apps
      Fitbit Versa supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
    • More advanced operating system
      Fitbit Versa runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Fitbit OS vs Proprietary OS).
    • 3 GB more RAM
      Fitbit Versa has more RAM than the average smartwatch (4 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch includes 1 GB of RAM.
    • No gyroscope
      Fitbit Versa does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    • 60 fewer exercise profiles
      Fitbit Versa supports fewer exercise modes than the average smartwatch (20 vs 80). The average smartwatch supports 80 exercise modes.
      Reported as at least 20 exercise modes.
    • 130 mAh smaller battery capacity
      Fitbit Versa has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (170 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    • No low power mode
      Fitbit Versa does not include a low power mode, the average smartwatch does. 93.6% of smartwatches include a low power mode.
    • 3 day/s shorter battery life
      Fitbit Versa offers 4 day/s of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 day/s.
    • 8 h shorter training battery life
      Fitbit Versa lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (12 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    • No GPS
      Fitbit Versa does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
      GPS works only via connected smartphone (no built-in GPS chip).
    • Older Bluetooth version
      Fitbit Versa supports an older Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (4 vs 5.0). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    • Basic display type
      Fitbit Versa uses LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    • No always-on display
      Fitbit Versa does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 66.4% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
    • 0.06 inch smaller screen size
      Fitbit Versa has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.40 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    • Lower resolution
      Fitbit Versa has a display resolution of 300x 300, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x 430.
    • 9 ppi lower pixel density
      Fitbit Versa has a lower pixel density than the average smartwatch (317 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    • No call answering
      Fitbit Versa does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 57% of smartwatches support call answering.
      Call can be answered/managed, but conversation audio is on phone/headset.
    • No voice commands
      Fitbit Versa does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 64.5% of smartwatches support voice commands.
      Works via built-in or connected-phone voice assistant.
    • No camera remote control
      Fitbit Versa does not include built-in camera remote control, the average smartwatch does. 85.2% of smartwatches that are equipped with a camera include built-in camera remote control.
      Not built-in; available only via third-party apps.
    • No speaker
      Fitbit Versa does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
    • 1 fewer microphones
      Fitbit Versa has fewer microphones than the average smartwatch (0 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    • Slower CPU speed
      Fitbit Versa uses a CPU configuration of 96 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    • Less advanced processor model
      Fitbit Versa uses the Toshiba TZ1,201XBG processor model, while the average smartwatch uses Snapdragon 400.
    • 3 year/s older release date
      Fitbit Versa is an older model than the average smartwatch (2,018 vs 2,021). The average smartwatch was released in 2,021.
      April 2,018
    • Basic display type
      Fitbit Versa uses LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
      What it is: The screen technology used by the watch, such as AMOLED, OLED, or memory-in-pixel LCD.
      When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

      Importance: HIGH

      Fitbit Versa uses LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.LCD vs AMOLED
    • No GPS
      Fitbit Versa does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
      GPS works only via connected smartphone (no built-in GPS chip).
      What it is: Built-in satellite positioning that lets the watch record location during outdoor activity.
      When it matters: When you run, ride, hike, or navigate without relying on your phone.

      Importance: HIGH

      Fitbit Versa does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
    • No always-on display
      Fitbit Versa does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 66.4% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
      What it is: A display mode that keeps key information visible even when the watch is idle.
      When it matters: When you want the screen to be easy to read at a glance.

      Importance: HIGH

      Fitbit Versa does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 66.4% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
    • No speaker
      Fitbit Versa does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
      What it is: An onboard speaker for calls, prompts, alarms, or media playback.
      When it matters: When you want audio, calls, or voice features on the watch itself.

      Importance: LOW

      Fitbit Versa does not include a built-in speaker, the average smartwatch does. 54.7% of smartwatches include a built-in speaker.
    • No gyroscope
      Fitbit Versa does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
      What it is: A motion sensor that measures rotation and helps interpret wrist movement more accurately.
      When it matters: When you track workouts and want better training data.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Fitbit Versa does not include a gyroscope, the average smartwatch does. 64.6% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
    • No call answering
      Fitbit Versa does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 57% of smartwatches support call answering.
      Call can be answered/managed, but conversation audio is on phone/headset.
      What it is: The ability to answer an incoming call directly from the watch.
      When it matters: When you want to handle calls or alerts without taking out your phone.

      Importance: LOW

      Fitbit Versa does not support call answering, the average smartwatch does. 57% of smartwatches support call answering.
    • No voice commands
      Fitbit Versa does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 64.5% of smartwatches support voice commands.
      Works via built-in or connected-phone voice assistant.
      What it is: The ability to control functions or start actions using spoken commands.
      When it matters: When you want to control the watch or reply without typing.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Fitbit Versa does not support voice commands, the average smartwatch does. 64.5% of smartwatches support voice commands.
    • 130 mAh smaller battery capacity
      Fitbit Versa has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (170 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
      What it is: The battery capacity, usually measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
      When it matters: When you do not want to charge the watch too often.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=397 mAh

      Fitbit Versa has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartwatch (170 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.170 mAh vs 300 mAh

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    Third-party reviews

    (Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

    What customers like about Fitbit Versa?

    • Sleek and lightweight design that is comfortable for 24/7 wear
    • Excellent battery life, typically lasting 4 to 6+ days
    • Top-tier sleep tracking with detailed insights into sleep stages
    • Bright and high-quality OLED display that is easy to read in sunlight
    • Strong fitness ecosystem with accurate heart rate monitoring and diverse workout modes
    • Native support for female health tracking

    What customers dislike about Fitbit Versa?

    • Lack of built-in GPS in original Versa and Versa 2 models (requires phone connection)
    • Limited third-party app ecosystem compared to Apple Watch or Wear OS
    • Proprietary charging cradles are often bulky and non-standard
    • Some essential health data and advanced features are paywalled behind Fitbit Premium
    • Syncing issues and notification delays reported by some Android users
    • Finicky strap-changing mechanism on certain models

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    trustedreviews.com
    27/07/2018

    The Fitbit Versa, as reviewed by Trusted Reviews, is a comfortable and affordable alternative to high-end smartwatches, featuring a lightweight design with a 1,000-nit, highly visible display. It offers robust fitness tracking, including 24/7 heart rate monitoring and 50-meter water resistance, alongside a strong battery life exceeding four days. Key limitations identified are the...Read more

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    cnet.com
    27/02/2026

    The Fitbit Versa is highlighted as a lightweight, comfortable, and affordable alternative to the Apple Watch, featuring a 'squircle' design. Its main pros include 4-5 day battery life, solid sleep tracking, and cross-platform compatibility. Key cons include the lack of built-in GPS, weak vibration notifications, and a fiddly band-swapping mechanism. The proprietary charger is also...Read more

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    uk.pcmag.com
    05/06/2018

    The Fitbit Versa is highlighted as a stylish and affordable smartwatch-fitness hybrid, featuring a sleek, lightweight 'squircle' design and impressive four-day battery life. Key strengths include comprehensive fitness tracking with accurate heart rate monitoring, reliable sleep tracking, and native female health tracking. Key drawbacks include the lack of integrated GPS, which...Read more

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    techadvisor.com
    12/07/2019

    The Tech Advisor review highlights the original Fitbit Versa as a lightweight, "squircle"-designed fitness tracker featuring a 34mm screen and durable aluminum casing, improving upon previous models. It excels as a versatile health and fitness tracker, offering heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, and Fitbit Coach, making it a comfortable, stylish option for daily use. Key pros...Read more

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    expertreviews.co.uk
    17/07/2019

    The Fitbit Versa is a lightweight and stylish smartwatch with an 11mm profile, featuring a vibrant 300 x 300-pixel touchscreen that remains visible in bright sunlight. It offers robust health tracking, including continuous heart rate monitoring, advanced sleep analysis, and 50m water resistance. A major advantage is its four-day battery life, though it lacks built-in GPS, requiring...Read more

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    androidauthority.com
    04/03/2020

    The Fitbit Versa is highlighted as a comfortable, stylish "Apple Watch Lite" with a 4-5 day battery life, making it a strong fitness tracker alternative to the pricier Ionic. Key pros include its lightweight aluminum design, a bright 1.34-inch LCD display, and accurate 24/7 activity and sleep tracking. However, notable cons include the lack of built-in GPS for outdoor tracking and a...Read more

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    techradar.com
    11/03/2021

    The original Fitbit Versa is a lightweight, comfortable smartwatch featuring a bright touchscreen and a fluid interface, serving as an affordable, stylish alternative to the Ionic. Pros highlighted by TechRadar include the four-day battery life, accurate fitness tracking, and convenient features like Fitbit Pay. However, the device lacks built-in GPS, requiring a connected phone for...Read more

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    galaxus.de
    16/04/2018

    The Fitbit Versa is reviewed as a versatile, compact smartwatch featuring a 34mm display, automatic activity tracking via Smarttrack, and specialized health tracking, though its extensive features can initially feel overwhelming. Key advantages highlighted include a four-day battery life (without the "always on" mode), the ability to store 300+ songs for phone-free workouts, and...Read more

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    glamupyourlifestyle.com
    20/01/2019

    The review highlights the Fitbit Versa as a stylish, lightweight smartwatch featuring a comfortable 'squircle' design and a bright, readable 1,000-nit display. Key strengths include comprehensive 24/7 heart rate monitoring, automatic activity tracking, female health tracking, and an impressive 4-day battery life. Functional benefits include on-device music storage and Fitbit Pay,...Read more

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    ragnarheil.de
    23/08/2025

    Ragnar Heil’s review highlights the Fitbit Versa as a capable fitness tracker with over 4 days of battery life, Automatic SmartTrack™ for 15+ sports, and an comfortable, Apple Watch-like design. Key strengths include detailed sleep analysis, swimming tracking, and a vibrant community, making it ideal for health-focused users. However, drawbacks include the lack of built-in GPS,...Read more

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    happinessmaker.fr
    08/07/2021

    Connected watches serve as vital, real-time health trackers for monitoring metrics like heart rate and sleep quality, featuring high-performance GPS as a key pro for runners and cyclists. These devices act as coaches on the wrist by providing motivational, gamified, and versatile, multi-sport tracking to encourage consistent, daily activity. However, limitations include the need for...Read more

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    watchgeneration.fr
    24/04/2018

    The Fitbit Versa is characterized as a "connected and convincing" smartwatch, praised for its comfortable, lightweight design, bright LCD screen, and premium build quality compared to the earlier Ionic model. It shines in health tracking, offering four-day battery life, 50-meter water resistance, and specialized features like female health tracking and Fitbit Coach. Key drawbacks...Read more

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    cnetfrance.fr
    16/04/2018

    The Fitbit Versa is identified as a lightweight, comfortable, and affordable alternative to the Apple Watch, featuring a "squircle" design suitable for all-day wear. Pros include an impressive four-day battery life, 50-meter water resistance, and compatibility with both iOS and Android. However, cons include the lack of built-in GPS, a cumbersome music transfer process, and a...Read more

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    tomsguide.fr
    17/05/2018

    The Fitbit Versa offers a lightweight, comfortable design with a bright display, positioning it as an affordable $200 alternative to the Apple Watch. Key pros include a robust four-day battery life and specialized, in-depth fitness tracking capabilities. However, the device lacks built-in GPS and features a difficult, "clunky" band-swapping mechanism, limiting its functionality as a...Read more

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    montre-cardio-gps.fr
    04/06/2018

    The Fitbit Versa offers a lightweight, "squircle" design that functions as a budget-friendly alternative to the Apple Watch, featuring a sharp, high-visibility display and a user-friendly interface powered by Fitbit OS. Its key advantages include 4-5 day battery life, comprehensive 24/7 activity tracking, and advanced sleep monitoring, making it comfortable for continuous wear....Read more

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    nakan.ch
    11/05/2018

    In a May 2018 review, nakan.ch described the Fitbit Versa as a versatile, comfortable, and lightweight alternative to the ionic, featuring a vibrant, high-readability touchscreen and comprehensive health tracking capabilities. Key pros include accurate 24/7 heart rate monitoring, water resistance, and the inclusion of specific fitness modes, although the lack of built-in GPS and a...Read more

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    elespanol.com
    23/05/2018

    The May 2018 review from El Español - El Androide Libre positions the Fitbit Versa as a comfortable, lightweight, and affordable alternative to the Ionic, featuring a sleek "squircle" design with a bright 1.42-inch LCD screen. Pros include 50-meter water resistance and a user-friendly interface, though a major con is the lack of integrated GPS, requiring a phone for route tracking....Read more

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    cafeconpodcast.com
    4 de octubre de 2018

    The Fitbit Versa is a lightweight, stylish smartwatch featuring a bright display,, robust four-day battery life, and comprehensive tracking for heart rate, sleep, and female health. It bridges the gap between fitness trackers and lifestyle accessories with an ergonomic design and water resistance up to 50 meters. Key limitations include the lack of integrated GPS, which requires a...Read more

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    computerhoy.20minutos.es
    21/05/2018

    The Fitbit Versa is highlighted as a stylish and versatile "hybrid" that bridges the gap between a fitness tracker and a smartwatch, featuring a lightweight design, a vibrant 1.34-inch display, and comfortable, all-day wearability. It excels in core health metrics, offering accurate heart rate monitoring, detailed sleep analysis, and "female health tracking". However, a significant...Read more

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    afdigitale.it
    4 Maggio 2018

    The Fitbit Versa is positioned by AF Digitale as a, stylish, and lightweight "mass-market" smartwatch that effectively bridges the gap between comprehensive fitness tracking and a traditional timepiece design. Key strengths include its comfortable form factor, a 4-to-5-day battery life, 50-meter water resistance, and robust health monitoring, including deep sleep tracking and...Read more

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    macitynet.it
    22 Maggio 2018

    The Fitbit Versa is a lightweight, "squircle" smartwatch offering a comfortable 24/7 design, a bright display, and a strong 4-to-5-day battery life. It acts as a capable fitness tracker with 50-meter water resistance, detailed activity tracking for swimming, and deep insights via the Fitbit app. Key limitations include the lack of built-in GPS, large screen bezels, and a cumbersome...Read more

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    smartworld.it
    10 Maggio 2018

    The SmartWorld.it review presents the Fitbit Versa as a significant advancement for the brand, transitioning from a pure fitness tracker to a balanced lifestyle smartwatch. The device is noted for its lightweight, comfortable design suitable for 24/7 wear, a bright 1.34-inch display, and a premium "squircle" aluminum body. Key pros include an excellent 4-5 day battery life, water...Read more

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    tweakers.net
    07/12/2018

    The original Fitbit Versa is praised for its lightweight, "squircle" design and bright, vibrant LCD display that suits smaller wrists well, according to user feedback. Its core strengths include comprehensive health tracking capabilities, featuring reliable heart rate, sleep stage, and female health monitoring. Key disadvantages include the absence of built-in GPS, requiring a...Read more

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    ilovehealth.nl
    12 oktober 2018

    The Fitbit Versa is described as a stylish, lightweight, and comfortable smartwatch featuring a sharp LCD screen, 24/7 heart rate monitoring, and advanced sleep tracking. Key advantages include its impressive 4-5 day battery life, 50-meter water resistance for swimming, and the convenience of music storage and on-screen workouts. Conversely, the review notes drawbacks such as the...Read more

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    iphoned.nl
    21/06/2026

    The Fitbit Versa, as reviewed on iPhoned.nl, is positioned as a lightweight, stylish, and comfortable smartwatch that serves as a strong, budget-friendly alternative to the Apple Watch, particularly for fitness-focused users. While its anodized aluminum design is praised for comfort, the review notes significant drawbacks including large, noticeable screen bezels and a somewhat...Read more

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    consumentenbond.nl
    Unknown

    The Fitbit Versa Black is a lightweight, stylish smartwatch featuring a bright 300x300 pixel touchscreen designed for 24/7 comfort, including advanced health tracking like 24/7 heart rate and detailed sleep analysis. Its primary strengths are a 4+ day battery life and a comprehensive fitness-focused interface, although it lacks built-in GPS, relying instead on a connected smartphone...Read more

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    japkejanneke.nl
    12/05/2018

    Japke Janneke’s review highlights the Fitbit Versa as a stylish, lightweight, and affordable smartwatch with a high-resolution, readable screen and a comfortable design suitable for 24/7 wear. Key features praised include accurate sleep tracking and the "Female Health Tracking" functionality. The review identifies the lack of built-in GPS as a major drawback, requiring users to...Read more

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    byaranka.nl
    23/05/2018

    Aranka van der Voorden’s review of the Fitbit Versa praises its transition from a basic tracker to a comprehensive, lightweight health tool that excels in motivating users to meet daily fitness goals, such as hourly steps. The Versa offers a significant upgrade over the Alta HR, featuring a comfortable design and accurate tracking for workouts like swimming, alongside a solid...Read more

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    bright.nl
    01/06/2018

    The Fitbit Versa review on Bright.nl highlights the device as an affordable, lightweight smartwatch balancing fitness tracking with daily usability, featuring a bright display and accurate 24/7 activity monitoring. Key performance strengths include a four-day battery life, comprehensive health tracking, and swim-proof functionality. Despite these, drawbacks include the lack of...Read more

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    global.techradar.com
    21/06/2019

    The TechRadar review describes the Fitbit Versa as an affordable, lightweight, and stylish "smartwatch-lite" featuring a bright 1,000-nit touchscreen that remains legible in sunlight. Key strengths include comprehensive health tracking with advanced sleep monitoring, an intuitive app, and a robust four-day battery life. However, the device lacks built-in GPS, forcing reliance on a...Read more

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