Compare the Fitbit Versa 4, 3, and 2
Compare the Fitbit Versa 4, 3, and 2
Look and size
Versa 4: small with regular button
The Versa 4 has a physical button, just like the Versa 2. This way, you can control the Versa 4 more easily and accurate than with the touch button of the Versa 3. The Versa 4 is lighter and smaller than the Versa 3. This way, you can wear the Fitbit more easily while you sleep.
Versa 3: small with touch button
The Versa 3 doesn't have a physical button you need to press, but it has a touch button. Some people find this less comfortable and accurate than a physical button. The Versa 3 is smaller than the Versa 2, but it has a larger screen, thanks to the smaller bezels.
Versa 2: relatively large and heavy
You can control the Versa 2 with a physical button. The Versa 2 is the largest and heaviest of the Fitbit Versa models. That can be especially distracting when you try to sleep. With the thick bezels, you'll have less screen space than with the Versa 4 and 3.
Sports and health
Versa 4: most sports modes
The Fitbit Versa 4 has 40 sports modes, which is the most of the models. This way, you can also perform accurate trainings when you do a sport that's less known. Just like with the Versa 3, you'll get a daily recovery score. This indicates if you're ready to exercise or if you need to take some rest. In addition, the Fitbit measures your stress level and it tracks how deep you sleep. You do need Fitbit Premium for these functions.
Versa 3: fewer sports modes
The Versa 3 has 20 sports profiles, which is fewer than the Versa 4. This way, the measurements can be less accurate for some sports. The Versa 3 was the first Versa model with the daily recovery score, stress measurements, and sleep measurements. For the Versa 3, you also need a Fitbit Premium subscription for these functions.
Versa 2: only basic functions
The Fitbit Versa 2 has various sports profiles. In addition, you'll have basic functions like a heart rate measurement, but no advanced functions. You can't measure your stress level, for example. Other measurements can be less accurate than with the newer Fitbit models.
Smart functions
Versa 4: improved software
The Versa 4 has the new feature that you can add Google apps in the future. Fitbit is working to make your Fitbit suitable for popular apps like Google Wallet and Google Maps. This way, you'll get more out of your Fitbit than the just the standard apps. In addition, the software of the Versa is updates, so your measurements are more accurate. Just like the Versa 3, the Versa 4 has a built-in FPS and you can make contactless payments via Fitbit Pay.
Versa 3: GPS and Fitbit Pay
Thanks to the built-in GPS sensor, you can leave your smartphone at home during your run. The Versa 3 keeps track of your location and run distance accurately. You can make contactless payments via Fitbit Pay. You'll also see smartphone notifications on your Fitbit and you can answer calls.
Versa 2: no GPS
The Versa 2 has the fewest smart functions. It doesn't have a built-in GPS, so you have to take the smartphone with your during your run. You do see smartphone notifications, but you can't answer calls.
Conclusion
The Fitbit Versa 4 and Versa 3 have the most elaborate sports functions. Unlike the Versa 2, they have a built-in GPS, and you can make contactless payments via Fitbit Pay. There are fewer differences between the 4 and 3. The Vera 4 has more sports modes, it's lighter, and it offers better support for Google apps in the future.