Fitbit Versa vs. Apple Watch Series 9 (GPS)

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Fitbit Versa and Apple Watch Series 9 (GPS). Compare sizes, functions, displays, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right smartwatch for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the watch that will best fit your needs.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Fitbit Versa vs. Apple Watch Series 9 (GPS) Comparison Chart
GENERAL Fitbit Versa Apple Watch Series 9 (GPS)
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Operating System - WatchOS 10
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android, Windows Phone iOS 17 or later
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 40.6 mm -
Height 40.6 mm -
Lenght 256 mm -
Depth 11 mm -
Weight 40 g -
Body Details - Case only: 31.9 g
Body Material Anodised aluminium 100% recycled aluminium
Protection Waterproof Water-resistant, dust-resistant, crack-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Fitbit Versa Apple Watch Series 9 (GPS)
Sensors Heart rate, 3-axis accelerometer Digital compass, electrical heart sensor, blood oxygen sensor, optical heart sensor (3d gen), always-on altimeter, temperature sensor, high-g accelerometer, gyroscope with high dynamic range
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, sleep stages, menstrual cycle Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, blood oxygen saturation, sleep stages, menstrual cycle, ECG, ovulation phase, mental wellbeing
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features PurePulse heart rate technology, GPS via mobile Fall detection, Emergency SOS, brightness: 2000 nits, Family Setup support, International Emergency Calling, Crash Detection, noise monitoring, Compass Waypoint, fast charge, precision finding for iPhone, elevation view
Notifications Missed calls, calendar, SMS, social apps Calendar, SMS, Email, applications, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm, cardio fitness
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type Vibration alert Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou/QZSS receiver
Payment Technology - Apple Pay
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Siri
IoT Voice Controlled - Direct
CONNECTIVITY Fitbit Versa Apple Watch Series 9 (GPS)
Wireless Interface Bluetooth 4.0 IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Ultra-Wideband (UWB), Bluetooth 5.3
DISPLAY Fitbit Versa Apple Watch Series 9 (GPS)
Type LCD - colour Retina LTPO OLED - colour
Resolution - 352 x 430 pixels
Screen Protection - Ion-X glass
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Fitbit Versa Apple Watch Series 9 (GPS)
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen, side button, double tap gesture
CASE Fitbit Versa Apple Watch Series 9 (GPS)
Case Size - 41 mm
Case Shape Square Rectangular
Case Back - Sapphire crystal and ceramic back
Case Details Silver aluminium | Marina blue | Mulberry | Rose gold aluminium | Rose gold | Black aluminium | Black | Gunmetal Starlight aluminium | Red aluminium | Midnight aluminium | Pink aluminum | Silver aluminium
Crown Type - Digital with haptic feedback
BAND Fitbit Versa Apple Watch Series 9 (GPS)
Band Type Band Sport band
Band Size S/L M/L
Fits Wrist with Circumference 140-220 mm 150-200 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Pin-and-tuck
Band Material Silicone Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour White | Lilac | Marina blue | Mulberry | Charcoal | Ruby red | Lavender | Grey | Peach | Periwinkle | Black | Charcoal black Starlight | Red | Midnight | Light pink | Storm blue | Winter blue
STORAGE Fitbit Versa Apple Watch Series 9 (GPS)
Storage Capacity - 64 GB
CPU Fitbit Versa Apple Watch Series 9 (GPS)
Manufacturer - Apple
CPU Type - S9 SiP
Features - W3 Apple wireless chip, second-generation Ultra Wideband chip, 4-core Neural Engine
BATTERY Fitbit Versa Apple Watch Series 9 (GPS)
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 4 day(s) 18 hours
Battery Life Details - Typical usage - up to 18 hour(s)
Low power mode - up to 36 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Wireless Charging - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Fitbit Versa Apple Watch Series 9 (GPS)
Included Accessories Charging cradle, wristband (Large), wristband (Small) Magnetic fast charger to USB-C cable (1 m)
Preloaded Software - GymKit
Compliant Standards - IP6X, BFR-free, PVC-free, Beryllium-free, Mercury-free, Arsenic-free
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 0.12 W/kg (head)
0.29 W/kg (limb)
Carbon Footprint - 0 kg carbon emissions
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 45 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -10 °C -
Manufacturer Model Number - A2978
Warranty 1-year warranty -
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