Fitbit Versa vs. Garmin Forerunner 245

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Fitbit Versa and Garmin Forerunner 245. 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. Garmin Forerunner 245 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Fitbit Versa Garmin Forerunner 245
Product Type Smart watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android, Windows Phone -
Activity/Sport - Running, swimming, ski, cycling
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 40.6 mm 42.3 mm
Height 40.6 mm 42.3 mm
Lenght 256 mm -
Depth 11 mm 12.2 mm
Weight 40 g 38.5 g
Body Material Anodised aluminium Fibre-reinforced polymer
Protection Waterproof Waterproof
Colours - Black
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Fitbit Versa Garmin Forerunner 245
Sensors Heart rate, 3-axis accelerometer Accelerometer, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, sleep stages, menstrual cycle Distance, time, speed, heart rate, stress level
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features PurePulse heart rate technology, GPS via mobile Music remote handling, camera remote control, find phone function, VO2 max, HR zones, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, rejecting a call, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp, Body Battery
Notifications Missed calls, calendar, SMS, social apps SMS, social apps, incoming calls
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Feedback Type Vibration alert -
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver
CONNECTIVITY Fitbit Versa Garmin Forerunner 245
Wireless Interface Bluetooth 4.0 Bluetooth, ANT+
DISPLAY Fitbit Versa Garmin Forerunner 245
Type LCD - colour Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective
Resolution - 240 x 240 pixels
Screen Size - 1.2"
Screen Protection - Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass)
INPUT DEVICE Fitbit Versa Garmin Forerunner 245
Type Touch sensitive screen -
CASE Fitbit Versa Garmin Forerunner 245
Case Shape Square Round
Case Details Silver aluminium | Marina blue | Mulberry | Rose gold aluminium | Rose gold | Black aluminium | Black | Gunmetal Black
BAND Fitbit Versa Garmin Forerunner 245
Band Type Band Band
Band Size S/L -
Band Width - 20 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference 140-220 mm 127-204 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone Silicone
Band Colour White | Lilac | Marina blue | Mulberry | Charcoal | Ruby red | Lavender | Grey | Peach | Periwinkle | Black | Charcoal black Grey | Merlot
BATTERY Fitbit Versa Garmin Forerunner 245
Battery Life 4 day(s) -
Battery Life Details - GPS mode - up to 24 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 7 days
MISCELLANEOUS Fitbit Versa Garmin Forerunner 245
Included Accessories Charging cradle, wristband (Large), wristband (Small) Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software - Calendar, Weather, Timer, Fitness Age
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 45 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -10 °C -
Warranty 1-year warranty -
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