Fitbit Versa vs. Garmin Forerunner 45S

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Fitbit Versa and Garmin Forerunner 45S. 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 45S Comparison Chart
GENERAL Fitbit Versa Garmin Forerunner 45S
Product Type Smart watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android, Windows Phone iOS, Android
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 40.6 mm 39.5 mm
Height 40.6 mm 39.5 mm
Lenght 256 mm -
Depth 11 mm 11.4 mm
Weight 40 g 32 g
Body Material Anodised aluminium -
Protection Waterproof Waterproof
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Fitbit Versa Garmin Forerunner 45S
Sensors Heart rate, 3-axis accelerometer Accelerometer, heart rate
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, stress level
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features PurePulse heart rate technology, GPS via mobile Music remote handling, find phone function, HR zones, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device
Notifications Missed calls, calendar, SMS, social apps Calendar, Email, social apps
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type Vibration alert -
CONNECTIVITY Fitbit Versa Garmin Forerunner 45S
Wireless Interface Bluetooth 4.0 Bluetooth, ANT+
DISPLAY Fitbit Versa Garmin Forerunner 45S
Type LCD - colour Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective
Resolution - 208 x 208 pixels
Screen Size - 1.04"
INPUT DEVICE Fitbit Versa Garmin Forerunner 45S
Type Touch sensitive screen -
CASE Fitbit Versa Garmin Forerunner 45S
Case Shape Square Round
Case Details Silver aluminium | Marina blue | Mulberry | Rose gold aluminium | Rose gold | Black aluminium | Black | Gunmetal White | Iris | Black
BAND Fitbit Versa Garmin Forerunner 45S
Band Type Band Band
Band Size S/L S
Fits Wrist with Circumference 140-220 mm 124-185 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 White | Iris | Black
BATTERY Fitbit Versa Garmin Forerunner 45S
Battery Life 4 day(s) -
Battery Life Details - GPS mode - up to 13 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 7 days
MISCELLANEOUS Fitbit Versa Garmin Forerunner 45S
Included Accessories Charging cradle, wristband (Large), wristband (Small) Charging/data cable
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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