In depth comparison and review of Fitbit Versa and Garmin Forerunner 30. 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.
GENERAL | Fitbit Versa | Garmin Forerunner 30 |
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Product Type | Smart watch | Smart watch |
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Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android, Windows Phone | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | - | Running, cycling |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 40.6 mm | 35.5 mm |
Height | 40.6 mm | 40.7 mm |
Lenght | 256 mm | - |
Depth | 11 mm | 13.4 mm |
Weight | 40 g | 37.3 g |
Body Material | Anodised aluminium | - |
Protection | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Fitbit Versa | Garmin Forerunner 30 |
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Sensors | Heart rate, 3-axis accelerometer | Accelerometer, heart rate |
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Tracking Data | Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, sleep stages, menstrual cycle | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, pace, cadence |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | PurePulse heart rate technology, GPS via mobile | VO2 max, sunlight readable, HR zones, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, TrueUp, auto pause, auto lap |
Notifications | Missed calls, calendar, SMS, social apps | - |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | Vibration alert | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | - | GPS receiver |
CONNECTIVITY | Fitbit Versa | Garmin Forerunner 30 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth 4.0 | Bluetooth |
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DISPLAY | Fitbit Versa | Garmin Forerunner 30 |
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Type | LCD - colour | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective |
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Resolution | - | 128 x 128 pixels |
Screen Size | - | 0.93" |
Dimensions (WxH) | - | 23.5 mm x 23.4 mm |
INPUT DEVICE | Fitbit Versa | Garmin Forerunner 30 |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen | - |
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CASE | Fitbit Versa | Garmin Forerunner 30 |
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Crystal Type | - | Chemically strengthened glass |
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Case Shape | Square | Rounded square |
Case Details | Silver aluminium | Marina blue | Mulberry | Rose gold aluminium | Rose gold | Black aluminium | Black | Gunmetal | Black |
BAND | Fitbit Versa | Garmin Forerunner 30 |
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Band Type | Band | Strap |
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Band Size | S/L | - |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 140-220 mm | 140-200 mm |
Changeable | 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 | Slate grey |
BATTERY | Fitbit Versa | Garmin Forerunner 30 |
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Battery Life | 4 day(s) | 5 day(s) |
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Battery Life Details | - | GPS mode - up to 8 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 5 days |
Rechargeable Battery | - | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Fitbit Versa | Garmin Forerunner 30 |
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Included Accessories | Charging cradle, wristband (Large), wristband (Small) | Charging cable |
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Preloaded Software | - | Stopwatch, Calendar, Alarm, Timer, Find My Phone, Garmion Connect IQ |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | 45 °C | - |
Min Operating Temperature | -10 °C | - |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | 2-year warranty |