Fitbit Versa 4 review: Budget-friendly smartwatch built for fitness tracking

Looking for a smartwatch that combines fitness tracking, long battery life, and everyday convenience without breaking the bank? Fitbit Versa 4 is designed exactly for that purpose.

Despite falling in the mid-range smartwatch category, the Versa 4 delivers a surprisingly complete experience for workouts, sleep tracking, health monitoring, and daily activity tracking.

The Fitbit Versa line has remained popular among fitness-focused users for years thanks to its lightweight design, practical health tools, and reasonable pricing.

Fitbit Versa 4 specs

• 1.58-inch AMOLED display
• Built-in GPS
• 24/7 heart rate tracking
• 40+ exercise modes
• Sleep tracking and Sleep Score
• Daily Readiness Score
• Bluetooth calling and notifications
• Amazon Alexa built-in
• Google Wallet and Maps support
• Water resistance up to 50 meters
• 4GB storage
• Bluetooth 5.0
• 6+ day battery life
• Compatible with Android and iOS
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Pros

1. Attractive and lightweight design
2. Excellent battery life
3. Reliable fitness and sleep tracking
4. Built-in GPS support
5. More than 40 workout modes

Cons

1. No third-party app support
2. Lacks ECG and advanced stress sensors
3. Some older Fitbit apps removed

The Fitbit Versa 4 has a clean and comfortable design that feels lightweight enough for all-day wear. Its aluminum body paired with the silicone Infinity Band gives the watch a sporty yet modern appearance suitable for workouts and casual everyday use.

Its 1.58-inch AMOLED display looks bright and colourful, making fitness stats, notifications, and workout information easy to read both indoors and outdoors.

Fitness tracking remains the strongest part of the Versa 4 experience. With more than 40 exercise modes, users can track activities ranging from running and cycling to yoga and strength training.

One of the biggest strengths of the Fitbit Versa 4 is battery life. Unlike many smartwatches that require daily charging, the Versa 4 can comfortably last over six days on a single charge depending on usage.

Meanwhile, sleep tracking is another area where Fitbit continues to perform well. Features like Sleep Score, personalised Sleep Profiles, and smart wake alarms provide useful insights into sleep quality and recovery.

This smartwatch also includes practical health tools such as SpO2 monitoring, stress management tracking, guided breathing sessions, and menstrual health tracking.

Moreover, for daily convenience, the Versa 4 supports Bluetooth calls, text notifications, Amazon Alexa, Google Wallet, and Google Maps integration, making it more useful beyond fitness tracking alone.