Fitbit Surge vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Fitbit Surge and Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation. 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 Surge vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation Comparison Chart
GENERAL Fitbit Surge Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Operating System - WatchOS
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android, Windows Phone iOS 16 or later
Wearing Style Wrist Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 34 mm -
Lenght 160 mm - 200 mm -
Body Details - Case only: 26.4 g
Body Material - Aluminium
Protection Waterproof Water-resistant
Colours Black | Blue | Tangerine -
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Fitbit Surge Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Sensors Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, altimeter, heart rate, 3-axis accelerometer Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, barometer, gyroscope, always-on altimeter, optical heart sensor (2d gen)
Tracking Data Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, sleep stages, menstrual cycle
Goal Setting - Yes
Features Music remote handling Call handling, music remote handling, camera remote control, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, Family Setup support, International Emergency Calling, Crash Detection, noise monitoring, Compass Waypoint, brightness: 1000 nits
Notifications Missed calls, SMS Calendar, SMS, Email, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm, cardio fitness
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type - Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver
Payment Technology - Apple Pay
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Siri
IoT Voice Controlled - Direct
CONNECTIVITY Fitbit Surge Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Wireless Interface Bluetooth 4.0 IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Profiles Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) -
DISPLAY Fitbit Surge Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Type LCD - monochrome Retina LTPO OLED - colour
Resolution - 324 x 394 pixels
Dimensions (WxH) 20.88 mm x 24.36 mm -
Screen Protection - Ion-X glass
INPUT DEVICE Fitbit Surge Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen
CASE Fitbit Surge Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Case Size - 40 mm
Case Shape - Rectangular
Case Back - Sapphire crystal and ceramic back
Case Details - Midnight aluminium | Silver aluminium | Starlight aluminium
Crown Type - Digital with haptic feedback
BAND Fitbit Surge Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Band Type - Sport band
Band Size XL Regular
Fits Wrist with Circumference 198-226 mm 130-200 mm
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type - Pin-and-tuck
Band Material - Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour - Midnight | Starlight
STORAGE Fitbit Surge Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Storage Capacity - 32 GB
CPU Fitbit Surge Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Manufacturer - Apple
CPU Type - S8 SiP
Features - W3 Apple wireless chip
BATTERY Fitbit Surge Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Life 168 hours 18 hours
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Recharge Time 2 hour(s) -
Wireless Charging - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Fitbit Surge Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Included Accessories USB charging cable, wireless sync dongle Magnetic charger to USB-C cable (1 m)
Preloaded Software Clock, Silent alarm, Track Log, Caller Name ID Apple Pay, GymKit
Compliant Standards Directive 1999/5/EC, FCC Part 15, R&TTE, Nordic Ecolabel, EN60950-1:2006 + A11:2009 + A1:2010 + A12:2011 -
SAR Value - 0.24 W/kg (head), 0.07 W/kg (limb)
Max Depth of Water Resistance - 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 45 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -
Manufacturer Model Number - A2722
Warranty - 1-year warranty
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