Fitness trackers are one of the most effective ways to lose weight and live a healthy life. Monitoring steps, activity, and sleep help you understand your body and provide motivation.
One of the most well-known fitness smartwatch brands is Fitbit. Over 31 million people are using their devices at least once a week, showing how popular they are.
They make high-quality devices, with easy-to-navigate mobile applications. They are customisable with different bands to go with the perfect matching outfit!
One of the newest editions to the Fitbit catalogue is the Fitbit Versa 4. This device has lots of great features to help you live your happiest and healthiest life. Read on to find out more about Fitbit Versa 4 specifications to help you make your decision.
Fitbit Versa 4 Specifications
To make an introduction to the Fitbit Versa 4 here are some key facts about the device. Then we will discuss some of the features in more detail!
Price
- AUD$379.95 - This price includes a premium membership for 6 months.
Colours
- Black / Graphite Aluminium
- Waterfall Blue / Platinum Aluminium
- Pink Sand / Copper Rose Aluminium
- Beet Juice / Copper Rose Aluminium
Band Sizes
- Small: 5.5" - 7.1"
- Large: 7.1" - 8.7"
These bands are easy to change so you can fit them with your personal style. It also includes a charging cable.
Screen and Device Size
- 1.5" l x 1.5" w x 0.45" h
- Screen size is 4x4cm
- Full-colour AMOLED display
- Customisable touchscreen with different clock faces and statistics.
Sensors and Components
- Multi-path optical heart rate sensor
- The device monitors oxygen saturation (SpO2) using red and infrared sensors
- Altimeter
- 3-axis accelerometer
- Sensor for ambient light
- Built-in GPS
- Vibration motor
- A speaker which is 75dB SPL @10cm
- Microphone
- WiFi
Battery Life and Power
- The device has a battery life of up to 6+ days
- This battery life is variable depending on how much the device is used, settings and other factors
- Try to charge your device every few days for the best results
- Has a Lithium-polymer battery
- A full charge from 0-100% takes only two hours
- The radio transceiver is Bluetooth 5.0
Memory
- The device saves detailed data for up to 7 days, minute-by-minute, based on your actions
- Daily totals saved over a 30-day period
- During exercise, data on heart rate data is saved at one-second intervals
- At other times data is saved at five-second intervals
Syncing
- The device syncs up to a range of 30ft
- To access some notification features, you may need Android 8+
- To sync, the device needs Bluetooth LE, and a WiFi connection and you need permissions for location on your phone
Materials and Water Resistance
- The material of the band is soft, durable and flexible
- The watch case and buckle are made from aluminium
- The device is water resistant up to 50m
- Make sure to clean and dry the band after getting it wet
Compatibility
The Fitbit app is compatible with most smartphones. You will need to install the Fitbit app on your device and have one of the following operating systems:
- Apple iOS 13.3 or higher.
- Android OS 8 or higher.
Fitbit Versa 4 Features
Fitness Features
- Tracks your heart rate
- Tracks minutes you're in the "Active Zone"
- Produces a Cardio Fitness Score
- Produces a Daily Readiness Score
- Track exercise automatically
- 40+ Different Exercise Modes
- Swimproof
- Workouts are available on your phone through the Fitbit app
- Tracks your calories, steps, and distance
- Motivational challenges, games and rewards
Sleep and Stress Features
- Uses sleep tracking and sleep stages to create a sleep profile
- Sleep and stress scores
- Smart Wake Alarm
- Mindfulness and breathing sessions
- Reflections
Health Features
- Monitors SpO2 (Blood Oxygen Tracking)and heart rate at rest
- Notifications for high and low heart rate
- Shows variability in heart rate
- Shows variability in skin temperature
- Measures rate of breathing
- Wellness report
- Tracks your blood glucose levels
- Track menstrual health, including side effects
Other Smart Features
- Take calls through Bluetooth, on your wrist
- Receive notifications for calls, texts, and apps
- Built-in Alexa
- Google Maps
- Pay using Google Wallet or Fitbit Pay
- Activate Find My Phone
- Always-on display mode
- Offers a Do Not Disturb and sleep mode
The Battery
One of the biggest improvements on this newest edition is the Fitbit Versa 4 battery life. The battery is Lithium-polymer which is lightweight, safe and has a long lifespan. They are very temperature resistant, non-hazardous and don't need any maintenance.
Sports Tracking
One of the main attractions of the Fitbit Versa 4 is its diverse tracking capabilities. As there are over 40 exercise modes on the device, you can track all your favourite activities.
Whether you enjoy running or yoga, you get detailed information throughout your workouts. You can customize your watch shortcuts. This way you can include your most common workouts to make them more convenient.
Fitbit Versa 4 is always tracking your heart rate. This allows it to calculate calories burnt and your resting heart rate.
It uses this information to show you your cardiovascular health. It shows you how long you are in different heart rate zones. This means you can work harder and smarter for the best results.
Sleep Monitoring
Fitbit Versa 4 offers a comprehensive suite of sleep monitoring features. The device tracks different sleep stages and how long you are asleep.
It uses this information to generate a sleep profile for you, which shows your quality of sleep. It also gives you an overview of your sleep across the month, so you can see how it changes throughout the seasons.
You have the option to have smart alarms, which wake up within the best window of sleep. This helps to wake you up refreshed, without bringing you out of a deep sleep like a regular alarm.
Stress and Breathing
Reducing stress and anxiety is a key part of living a healthy life. So keeping track of signs of stress in your body is a very helpful metric. Using your heart rate, the device can sense when you are feeling stressed and can monitor this over time.
It comes with several meditations and breathing exercises to centre and calm yourself. You can log your mood throughout the day to see any emerging patterns.
Choose Fitbit Versa 4
The Fitbit Versa 4 is an amazing device, packed with tonnes of useful features. It can help you to achieve your fitness goals and keep you accountable and motivated. With great battery life, smart technology and tracking features, it is well worth the price point.
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